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2023-2026 Academic Catalog

PHO 5310 - Introduction to Environmental Health

This course will focus on ecosystem interrelationships in a comprehensive approach including the most critical human health issues due to natural and anthropogenic causes. Topics to be discussed include surface and groundwater supplies, water pollution and water quality control, private and public sewage disposal, solids and hazardous waste management, food protection and hygiene, agricultural methods and pest management, soil and land-use planning, air pollution, physical hazards, occupational health, and environmental justice. All the topics will emphasize the determination of which tools are most appropriate for use for the specific issue given the prevailing circumstances. Application of scientific knowledge in problem solving and control of external factors that compromise the health and human well-being will be a priority.