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Special Topics - Occupational Safety Syllabus for 2011-2012
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Instructor Information

Instructor

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Phone

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Office Location

Office Hours

Course Information

Recording Policy

Disability Statement

Any student who, because of a disabling condition, may require some special arrangements in order to meet course requirements should contact disAbility Services (Student Service Center room 119, phone 371-5436) as soon as possible.

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As a student you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance or reduce a student's ability to participate in daily activities. Amarillo College offers services to assist you with addressing these and other concerns you may be experiencing. If you or someone you know are suffering from any of the aforementioned conditions, you can learn more about the broad range of confidential mental health services available on campus by calling the AC Counseling Center at 806-371-5900. The AC Counseling Center website is https://www.actx.edu/counseling/ . Also, if you are in need of social services (affordable housing, utilities, transportation, food, clothing, childcare, medical/dental/vision, legal), please call the AC Advocacy & Resource Center at 806-371-5439. The AC Advocacy & Resource Center website is https://www.actx.edu/arc

Amarillo College Tutoring for Success Policy:

Administrative Drop Policy

N/A

Student Withdrawal Procedures

N/A

Privacy Statement

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Course

OSHT-1391-001 Special Topics - Occupational Safety

Prerequisites

Course Description

Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course was designed to be repeated multiple times to improve student proficiency.
 

Student Resources Student Resources Website

Department Expectations

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Occupational License Disclaimer

Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

Hybrid

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ Textbooks not required.

Supplies

\ Access to a computer and a jump/thumb drive is highly recommended.

Student Performance

\ Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student.

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\ This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary in order to improve student proficiency.

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\ This course may be used as a Capstone experience for the student.

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\ Learning outcomes/objectives are determined by local occupational need and business and industry trends.

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\ Individual assignments are based on student capabilities and curriculum requirements.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

\ All students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct in the 29-21 Student Rights and Responsibilites.  Please see: http://catalog.actx.edu/content.php?catoid=7&navoid=291#StudentConduct

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\ Cell Phone Use:
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\ In order to provide an atmosphere conducive to learning, telepone calls and texting will not be
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\ permitted during class.   Please make sure your phone is on silent or vibrate.  If you receive a call
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\ or text that must be answered, please leave the classroom to reply.  Texting during class will not
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Grading Criteria

\ Course Requirements: 
\ Two (2) Projects 20% each (40% total)

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\ Take home exam: 20%

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\ Homework / Assignments: 20%

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\ Final Examination: 20%

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\ Final Examination:
\ The final exam will be presented on the last scheduled day of class. The final will be worth 20% of the total grade for the semester.

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\  This is a hybrid/self-study class that will require students to prepare and complete assignments as directed by the instructor.

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\ It will require that students attend two classes during the semester to present oral presentations.
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\ Make Up Policy:
\ Scheduled presentations cannot be made up without prior (prior to exam) approval, at 80% credit.
\ Homework will only be accepted late with prior approval, at 70% credit.
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\ A = 90-100
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\ B = 80-89
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\ C = 70-79
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\ D = 60-69
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\ F = 0-59
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Attendance

\ This is a work study class that will require students to prepare and complete assignments as directed by the instructor.
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\ It will require that students attend two classes during the semester to present oral presentations.
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\ Make Up Policy:
\ Scheduled presentations cannot be made up without prior (prior to exam) approval, at 80% credit.
\ Homework will only be accepted late with prior approval, at 70% credit.
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Calendar

This class may be used to substitute for other OSHT classes within the SET Program. Individual assignments are given based on the specific needs of the individual student and which class that student needs to complete.

Additional Information

\ Web sites that will assist you completeing assignments given.

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\ www.osha.gov

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\ http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/

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\ http://nih.gov/

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\ http://www.who.int/en/

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Syllabus Created on:

11/30/-1 12:00 AM

Last Edited on:

11/30/-1 12:00 AM