James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2011

TM5540 - Occupational Health

Credit points: 03
Year: 2011
Student Contribution Band: Band 2
Administered by: Sch Public Health,Trop Medicine&Rehabilitation Sc

This subject focuses on the practice of occupational health within national and international frameworks. It explores the impact of the occupational environment on health, including public health, and reviews various occupational health hazards in industry. Possible strategies for the management of occupational health issues are also examined.

Learning Outcomes

Graduate Qualities


Availabilities

External, Study Period 1
Census Date 24-Mar-2011
Coord/Lect: Mr Gary Williams, Professor Peter Leggat.
Contact hours:
  • 60 hours - On-line
    Method of Delivery:WWW - LearnJCU and Printed materials
    Assessment:end of semester exam (50% - 100%).

    Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.