Previous Curriculum (Spring 2019 and earlier)

• Apply research methodology, interpretation of research literature and integration of research principles into evidence-based practice for public health nutrition
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication and advocacy skills for public health nutrition
• Contribute to the design, planning, implementation or evaluation of community nutrition interventions as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• Identify and prioritize nutritional problems for individuals at various stages of the life cycle and for diverse population groups using appropriate assessment methodologies
• Discuss the role of government and organizational systems and policies that influence accessibility, adequacy and safety of the food supply system (production, processing, distribution, consumption), and the relationship of food, nutrition and lifestyle choices in health promotion and disease prevention
• Use social and behavioral theories to inform public health and nutrition research and practice

Core Public Health Competencies

• Apply epidemiological methods to the breadth of settings and situations in public health practice
• Select quantitative and qualitative data collection methods appropriate for a given public health context
• Apply systems thinking tools to a public health issue
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data using biostatistics, informatics, computer-based programming and software, as appropriate
• Interpret results of data analysis for public health research, policy or practice

Program Educational Objectives

• Know common industrial processes, operations and manufacturing techniques found in the US
• Assess occupational and environmental hazard notification systems such as SDS and transportation placards
• Identify, describe qualitatively, and quantify agents, factors, and stressors generated by and/or associated with defined sources, unit operations, and/or processes
• Identify physiological and/or toxic interactions of physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic agents, factors, and/or stressors with the human body
• Apply qualitative and quantitative aspects of exposure assessment, dose-response, and risk characterization based on applicable pathways and modes of entry
• Apply principles of operation, calibration, and methodology for using basic sampling instrumentation to detect chemical and physical agents in the work environment
• Identify and apply appropriate standard sampling and analytical methods such as those developed by NIOSH, OSHA, and EPA
• Explain the principles of laboratory operations, including types of analysis, typical costs, sample submittal processes, quality assurance/quality control programs, and laboratory accreditation procedures
• Generate, review, interpret, and apply statistical and epidemiological data from published research
• Explain the origin, scientific basis, interpretation, and application of various environmental and occupational exposure limits
• Evaluate, recommend, and apply administrative and engineering controls and personal protective equipment to reduce or eliminate occupational hazards
• Demonstrate teamwork, business, and managerial skills to become active in the prudent development, implementation, and management of environmental and occupational hygiene-related programs
• Prepare technical summaries and reports using the most current technology for managing and presenting data, and incorporating appropriate data and observations from the peer-reviewed environmental and occupational hygiene community
• Know the fundamental aspects of safety and environmental health
• Recognize appropriate ethical practices in environmental and occupational hygiene
• Demonstrate the requisite knowledge and skills to attain recognized professional certification

ABET Student Outcomes

General Outcomes

• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve broadly defined technical or scientific problems by applying knowledge of mathematics and science and/or technical topics to areas relevant to the disciple
• An ability to formulate or design a system, process procedure or program to meet desired needs
• An ability to develop and conduct experiments or test hypotheses, analyze and interpret data and use scientific judgement to draw conclusions
• An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
• An ability to understand ethical and professional responsibilities and the impact of technical and/or scientific solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
• An ability to function effectively on teams that establish goals, plan, tasks, meet deadlines, and risk and uncertainty

Program Outcomes

• Identify agents, factors, and stressors generated by and/or associated with defined sources, unit operations, and/or processes
• Describe qualitative and quantitative aspects of generation of agents, factors, and stressors
• Understand physiological and/or toxicological interactions of physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic agents, factors, and/or stressors within the human body
• Assess qualitative and quantitative aspects of exposure assessment, dose-response, and risk characterization based on applicable pathways and modes of entry
• Calculate, interpret, and apply statistical and epidemiological data
• Recommend and evaluate engineering, administrative, and personal protective equipment controls and/or other interventions to reduce or eliminate hazards
• Demonstrate an understanding of applicable business and managerial practices
• Interpret and apply applicable occupational and environmental regulations
• Understand fundamental aspects of safety and environmental health
• Attain recognized professional certification