Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)Upon successful completion of the BS program in EH, graduates will be able to:
1. Monitor agents in the environment and work- place that may affect human health.
2. Predict the impacts of the major air and work-environment pollutants on human health.
3. Conduct effective control measures for the major air and work-environment hazards.
4. Characterize the common pollutants in water and wastewater.
5. Recognize (Analyze, Explain, Illustrate) the impacts of water pollutants on human health.
6. Identify the principles of water and wastewater treatment
7. Apply the appropriate methods for treatment and disposal of solid, hazardous and toxic wastes
8. Explain the principles of food poisoning and food borne infections.
9. Perform food control measures during production, preparation and presentation states.
10. Interpret the functions and metabolism of microorganisms in marine and fresh water ecosystems, air, soil, food and oil.
11. Explain microbial role in waste disposal, recycling and agriculture. 12.Demonstrate principles of leadership and management.
13. Identify the basic concepts of environmental and occupational toxicology.
14. Formulate the necessary knowledge and steps of research relevant to the practice of environmental health.
National Qualifications Framework (NQF)The following matrix shows the alignment of the Program Learning Outcomes with the Emirates National Qualifications
Framework strands.
| Outcomes | PLO |
| Knowledge |
| specialized factual and theoretical knowledge and an understanding of the boundaries in a field of work or discipline, encompassing a broad and coherent body of knowledge and concepts, with substantive depth in the underlying principles and theoretical concepts | 5, 6, 8, 13 |
an understanding of allied knowledge and theories in related fields of work or disciplines and in the case of professional disciplines including related regulations, standards, codes, conventions | 12,13 |
| understanding of critical approach to the creation and compilation of a systematic and coherent body of knowledge and concepts gained from a range of sources | 2,4,14 |
| a comprehensive understanding of critical analysis, research systems and methods and evaluative problem-solving techniques | 2,4,5, 14 |
| familiarity with sources of current and new research and knowledge with integration of concepts from outside fields | 14 |
| Skill |
| Technical, creative and analytical skills appropriate to solving specialized problems using evidentiary and procedural based processes in predictable and new contexts that include devising and sustaining arguments associated with a field of work or discipline. | 1,4,7,9 |
Evaluating, selecting and applying appropriate methods, procedures or techniques in processes of Investigation towards identified solutions. | 1,3,7 |
| evaluating and implementing appropriate research tools and strategies associated with the field of work or discipline | 5 |
| Highly developed advanced communication and information technology skills to present, explain and/ or critique complex and unpredictable matters. | 1,14 |
| Autonomy and responsibility |
| can take responsibility for developing innovative and advanced approaches to evaluating and managing complex and unpredictable work procedures and processes, resources or learning | 12 |
| can manage technical, supervisory or design processes in unpredictable, unfamiliar and varying contexts | 1, 2 , 7 |
| can work creatively and/or effectively as an individual, in team leadership, managing contexts, across technical or professional activities | 12 |
| can express an internalized, personal view, and accept responsibility to society at large and to socio- cultural norms and relationships | 12 |
Role in context
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| can function with full autonomy in technical and supervisory contexts and adopt para-professional roles with little guidance | 1, 2, 7,12,14 |
| can take responsibility for the setting and achievement of group or individual outcomes and for the management and supervision of the work of others or self in the case of a specialization in field of work or discipline | 12 |
| can participate in peer relationships with qualified practitioners and lead multiple, complex groups | 12 |
| can take responsibility for managing the professional development and direct mentoring of individuals and groups | 11 |
| Self-development |
| can self-evaluate and take responsibility for contributing to professional practice, and undertake regular professional development and/ or further learning | 12,14 |
| can manage learning tasks independently and professionally, in complex and sometimes unfamiliar learning contexts | 2,12,14 |
| can contribute to and observe ethical standards | 8,12,13,14
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Career OpportunitiesEnvironmental Health Graduates have various employment opportunities in Municipalities; Ministry of Climate Change and Environment; Ministry of Health, Ministry of Labor, Ministry of Education; Universities, Environmental Research Centers and Institutions, Industries, Petroleum companies, Civil Defense, UAE federal Environmental Agency, Environmental Research and Wildlife Development, Consultancy agencies, Non- governmental Organizations (National, Regional and International) related to Environment, Health and safety.
Program OverviewThe program is designed to meet the goals of the Department of Environmental Health Sciences. A student undertaking this
program should complete a total of 134 credit hours distributed as shown in the following table:
| BSc. in Environmental Health Program (134 Credits) |
| | UR | CR | PR | Total |
| Mandatory Credits | 15 | 24 | 80 | 119 |
| Elective Credits | 9 | - | 6 | 15 |
| Total | 24 | 24 | 86 | 134 |
I. University RequirementsThe list of the University required courses and their descriptions are presented in the introductory pages of the College of Health Sciences section in this bulletin.
II. College RequirementsThe list of the College required courses and their descriptions are presented in the introductory pages of the College of Health Sciences section in this bulletin.
III. Program RequirementsThe Environmental Health program requires the completion of 86 credit hours, 80 of which are core requirements and 6 are electives as described below.
A. Core requirementsThe core courses of the Environmental Health program encompass the 80 credit hours listed in the table below.
| Course # | Title | Cr-Hrs. | Prerequisites |
| 0501257 | General Microbiology | 3 | 0500150 |
| 0503263 | Health Education and Health Promotion | 3 | - |
| 0504362 | Epidemiology and Population Health | 3 | 0504252 |
| 0506250 | Introduction to Environmental Health | 3 | - |
| 0506262 | Environmental Microbiology | 3 | 0501257 |
| 0506263 | Water and Wastewater Sanitation | 4 | 0506250 |
| 0506264 | Vector Control | 3 | 0500150 |
| 0506350 | Integrated Solid Waste Management | 3 | 0506261 |
| 0506351 | Atmospheric Pollution | 3 | 0506250; Co: 0506352 |
| 0506352 | Occupational Health and Safety | 3 | - |
| 0506353 | Environmental Pollution and Pesticides | 3 | 1426215 |
| 0506261 | Management of Hazardous Wastes | 3 | 0506250 |
| 0506360 | Physical Hazards Assessment and Control | 3 | 0506352; Co: 0506361 |
| 0506361 | Environmental and Occupational Hygiene Measurement and Instrumentation | 3 | 0506352; Co: 0506360 |
| 0506362 | Food Safety and Quality | 3 | 0501257 |
| 0506364 | Environmental Health Management and Legislation | 3 | - |
| 0506365 | Field Training 1 | 2 | 0506263 0506352 |
| 0506452 | Local Environmental Issues | 3 | - |
| 0506453 | Building and Human Habitation | 3 | - |
| 0506454 | Risk and Environmental Impact Assessment | 3 | 0506250 |
| 0506455 | Environmental Toxicology | 3 | 1426215; 0506352 |
| 0506456 | Field Training 2 | 2 | 0506365 |
| 0506461 | Graduation Project | 3 | 0500450 |
| 0506464 | Petroleum Pollution and the Environment | 3 | 0506352; 0506351 |
| 0506469 | Field Training 3 | 2 | 0506456 |
1426217
| Organic Chemistry for Health Sciences
| 4 | 1426155
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| 1440163 | Calculus for Health Sciences
| 3 | -
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B. Elective CoursesEnvironmental Health requires 6 credit hours of elective courses chosen from the list given in the table below.
| Course # | Course Title | CrHrs | Prerequisite |
| 0506465 | Occupational Accidents | 3 | 0506352 |
| 0506467 | Marine Ecology | 3 | 0500150 |
| 0503261 | Psychosocial Aspects in Health Professions | 3 | |
| 0503462 | Ethical and Legal Issues in Health Profession | 3 | |
| 0507250 | Introduction to Nutrition | 3 | 0500160 |
Study PlanThe Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health
program encompasses 134 credits hours that are spread over eight semesters and could be completed in four years.
The following distribution of courses by semester facilitates student’s normal progression through the study plan.
| Year I, Level 1 (Freshman), Semester 1 , Fall (16 Credits) | | Course # | Course Title | CrHrs | Prerequisites | | 0201102 | Arabic Languages | 3 | | | 0202121 | English for Medical Sciences | 3 | | | 0500150 | Biology | 4 | | | 0500161 | Introduction to Health Sciences | 2 | | | 1426155 | General Chemistry for Health Sciences | 4 | |
| Year 1, Level 1 (Freshman), Semester 2, Spring (17 Credits) | | Course # | Title | CrHrs | Prerequisites | | 0104100 | Islamic Culture | 3 | | | 0500160 | Human Anatomy and Physiology | 4 | | | 1411100 | Introduction to Information Technology | 3 | | | 1430107 | General Physics for Health Sciences | 4 | | | | University Elective (1) | 3 |
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| Year 2, Level 2 (sophomore), Semester 3, Fall (16 Credits) | | Course # | Tile | CrHrs | Prerequisites | | 0501257 | General Microbiology | 3 | 0500150 | | 0506250 | Introduction to Environmental Health | 3 | - | 1426217
| Organic Chemistry for Health Sciences | 4 | 1426155
| | 1440163 | Calculus for Health Sciences | 3 | - | | | University Elective (2) | 3 |
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| Year 2, Level 2 (sophomore), Semester 4, Spring (19 Credits) | | Course # | Title | CrHrs | Prerequisites | | 0503263 | Health Education and Health Promotion | 3 | | | 0506261 | Management of Hazardous Wastes | 3 | 0506250 | | 0506262 | Environmental Microbiology | 3 | 0501257 | | 0506263 | Water and Wastewater Sanitation | 4 | 0506250 | | 0506264 | Vector Control | 3 | 0506250 | | | University Elective (3) | 3 |
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| Year 3, Level 3 (junior), Semester 5 , Fall (18 Credits) | | Course | Title | CrHrs | Prerequisites | | 0506350 | Integrated Solid Waste Management | 3 | 0506261 | | 0506351 | Atmospheric Pollution | 3 | 0506250; 0506352 | | 0506352 | Occupational Health and Safety | 3 | | | 0504252 | Biostatistics | 3 | | | 0506353 | Environmental Pollution and Pesticides | 3 | 1426215 | | | University Elective (4) | 3 |
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| Year 3, Level 3 (Junior), Semester 6, Spring (17 Credits) | | Course # | Title | CrHrs | Prerequisites | 0504362
| Epidemiology and Population Health | 3 | 0504252 | | 506360 | Physical Hazards Assessment and Control | 3 | 1430107; 0506352; 0506360 | | 0506361 | Environmental and Occupational Hygiene Measurement and Instrumentation | 3 | 1430107; 0506360; 0506352 | | 0506362 | Food Safety and Quality | 3 | 0501257 | | 0506364 | Environmental Health Management and Legislation | 3 | - | | 0506365 | Field Training 1 | 2 | 0506263; 0506352
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| Year 4, Level 4 (Senior), Semester 7 , Fall (17 Credits) | | Course # | Tile | CrHrs | Prerequisites | | 0500450 | Introduction to Research | 3 | - | | 0506452 | Local Environmental Issues | 3 | - | | 0506454 | Risk and Environmental Impact Assessment | 3 | 0506250 | | 0506455 | Environmental Toxicology | 3 | 1426215; 0506352 | | 0506456 | Field Training 2 | 2 | 0506365 | | | Department Elective (1) | 3 | -
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| Year 4, S Level 4 (Senior), Semester 8, Spring (14 Credits) |
| Course # | Title | CrHrs | Prerequisites |
| 0506464 | Petroleum Pollution and the Environment | 3 | 0506352; 0506351 |
| 0506453 | Building and Human Habitation | 3 | - |
| 0506469 | Field Training 3 | 2 | 0506456 |
| 0506461 | Graduation Project | 3 | 0500450 |
| | Department Elective (2) | 3 |
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Course DescriptionCourses that are offered by the Environmental Health program are designated by the code (0506ABC) where ABC represents the year, term and sequence as described in the College Section.
Core Courses Descriptions of the core courses are given below.
| 0506250 | Introduction to Environmental Health | 3-0-0:3 |
This introductory course focuses on the interdisciplinary nature of environmental health issues. Different topics are covered including: Air and water pollution, food safety, solid and hazardous wastes management, environmental and occupational hazards. Diseases related to air and water pollution will be addressed.
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| 0506350 | Integrated Solid Waste Management | 3-0-0:3 |
Prerequisites: Management of Hazardous wastes (0506261). This course will enable students to understand the source, types and composition of solid waste. The steps and methods used in the integrated solid waste management will be covered. Major emphasis is placed on the application of integrated pollution control techniques. Prerequisites: Management of Hazardous wastes (0506261). |
| 0506262 | Environmental Microbiology | 2-3-0:3 |
Prerequisites: General Microbiology (0501257).
This course focuses on the major roles of microorganisms in the geochemistry of the earth. The students will learn about the functions and metabolism of microorganisms in marine and fresh water ecosystems, air, soil, food, oil, waste disposal, recycling and agriculture. In addition, the course provides the students with the basic laboratory techniques in isolating different micro-organisms from food, air, water and human body. Prerequisites: General Microbiology (0501257).
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| 0506263 | Water and Wastewater Sanitation | 3-3-0:4 |
Prerequisites: Introduction to Environmental Health (0506250).
This course focuses on the physical, chemical and microbial aspects of water and wastewater. Students will under- stand the importance of water quality to environmental health status and appreciate the administrative framework for the protection of water sources. Water chemistry, demand, measurement techniques, aquifer characteristics and drinking water sources are discussed. It also covers the different treatment systems available for dealing with waste- water, including principles, types, appropriateness, design and loading criteria. In addition, this course enables students to gain a working knowledge of the analytical and quantitative techniques employed in water and wastewater quality monitoring and control. Proper interpretation of result and recommendations for preventive measures are emphasized. Prerequisites: Introduction to Environmental Health (0506250).
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| 0506264 | Vector Control | 3-0-0:3 |
Prerequisites: Introduction to Environmental Health (0506250).
This course introduces vectors of public health significance. The life history, health significance and methods of identification of pests encountered are discussed, in addition to current chemical, physical, and biological control methods. Prerequisites: Introduction to Environmental Health (0506250).
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| 0506261 | Management of Hazardous Wastes | 3-0-0:3 |
Prerequisites: Introduction to Environmental Health (0506250). This course enables students to understand the types and the sources of the hazardous wastes. Collection, transfer and disposal of the hazardous wastes are discussed, in addition to several hazardous waste management strategies. Prerequisites: Introduction to Environmental Health (0506250). |
| 0506351 | Atmospheric Pollution | 3-0-0:3 |
Prerequisites: Introduction to Environmental Health (0506250). Co- requisite: Occupational Health and Safety (0506352).
This course enables students to appreciate the importance of air quality to environmental health status. Major emphasis is placed on emission sources, characteristics of primary and secondary pollutant, ozone depletion and global warming. In addition to air pollution monitoring techniques and air quality management technologies. Prerequisites: Introduction to Environmental Health (0506250). Co- requisite: Occupational Health and Safety (0506352). |
| 0506352 | Occupational Health and Safety | 3-0-0:3 |
This course presents an overview of the concepts of occupational health and safety with emphasis on the identification, assessment, measurement and control of hazards and risks found in the working environment. Workplace design, protective equipment, safety auditing and management systems are also discussed |
| 0506353 | Environmental Pollution and Pesticides | 3-0-0:3 |
Prerequisites: Organic Chemistry (1426217).
This course enables the students to gain an appreciation of the uses of different types of pesticides and their effects on the environment and human. Control measures will also be addressed. Prerequisites: Organic Chemistry (1426217). |
| 0506360 | Physical Hazards Assessment and Control | 3-0-0:3 |
Prerequisites: Occupational Health and Safety (0506352), General Physics for Health Sciences (1430107); Co- requisite: Environmental and Occupational Hygiene Measurement and Instrumentation (0506361).
This course provides the students with the necessary knowledge, principles and skills that enhance them to assess, evaluate and control physical hazards (Noise, Heat, Radiation, Light) as potential occupational and environmental hazards. Prerequisites: Occupational Health and Safety (0506352), General Physics for Health Sciences (1430107); Co- requisite: Environmental and Occupational Hygiene Measurement and Instrumentation (0506361). |
| 0506361 | Environmental and Occupational Hygiene Measurement and Instrumentation | 2-3-0:3 |
Prerequisites: Occupational Health and Safety (0506352) and General Physics for Health Sciences (1430107); Co- requisite: Physical Hazards Assessment and Control (0506360).
This course will enable students to learn the operating principles, advantages and limitations of various types of equipment used to evaluate environmental and occupational hazards. To understand the exposure measurement and statistical error associated with. In addition, the students will be trained to use direct reading instruments. Pre- requisites: Occupational Health and Safety (0506352) and General Physics for Health Sciences (1430107); Co- requisite: Physical Hazards Assessment and Control (0506360). |
| 0506362 | Food Safety and Quality | 2-3-0:3 |
This course provides the students with the necessary background acquaintance and skills to comprehend how pathogens cause disease, sources and transmission of bacteria in foods, human, animal, and environmental reservoirs and cross contamination. It will also provide information concerned with food safety regulations, food safety management, microbial growth and control in food preparation and processing operations as well as sanitary equipment and facility design. Prerequisites: General microbiology (0501257).
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| 0506364 | Environmental Health Management and Legislations | 3-0-0:3 |
Prerequisites: None.
This course helps students to develop an awareness of the procedures of the legal system. Type, origin and purpose of national and international law are discussed. Major emphasis is placed on the framework of environmental and occupational health legislation at sub-national, national and international levels. Food quality legislation systems are thoroughly discussed. Prerequisites: None. |
| 0506452 | Local Environmental Issues | 3-0-0:3 |
Co-requisite: Risk and
Environmental Impact Assessment (0506454).
This course exposes the students to the interaction of the different sources of pollutants and their effects on the local ecosystems (including desert, mountains, marine and groundwater). In addition, the impact of industrial development and oil production, processing and transportation on the local environment will be covered. Co-requisite: Risk and Environmental Impact Assessment (0506454).
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| 0506453 | Building and Human Habitation | 3-0-0:3 |
Prerequisites: None.
This course will enable the students to understand the principles of the safety of the buildings and construction and the indoor health problems. Prerequisites: None.
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| 0506455 | Environmental Toxicology | 3-0-0:3 |
Prerequisites: Organic Chemistry (1426215) and Occupational Health and Safety (0506352).
This course assists students to comprehend the basic concepts of environmental and occupational toxicology. It focuses on the exposure routes of pollutants, mechanisms of toxic action, metabolism, storage and excretion, target sites and pathological effects of bio-toxins, and chemical compounds (symptoms and signs). In addition to risk perception and assessment. Prerequisites: Organic Chemistry (1426215) and Occupational Health and Safety (0506352). |
| 0506454 | Risk and Environmental Impact Assessment | 3-0-0:3 |
Prerequisites: 0506250.
This course consists of two parts; part one, addresses the principles of risk assessment , hazards identification, evaluation, and estimation of the levels of risks involved in a situation, their comparison against standards, and determination of an acceptable level of risk. The second part of the course presents an overview of the purpose, principles and process of Environmental Impact Assessment i.e. the impact of the proposal or project on the environment and human and the application of mitigation measures. Prerequisites: 0506250. |
| 0506464 | Petroleum Pollution and the Environment | 3-0-0:3 |
Prerequisites: atmospheric Pollution (0506351) and Occupational and safety (0506352).
This course helps the students to understand the impact of petroleum exploration, production, processing, refining and transportation on the human and environment (marine and terrestrial ecosystems). Control measures and safe storage and handling will be covered. Prerequisites: atmospheric Pollution (0506351) and Occupational and safety (0506352). |
| 0506365 | Field Training 1 | 0-0-6:2 |
Prerequisites: Water and Wastewater Sanitation (0506263), Occupational Health and Safety (0506352)
This course will offer the students the opportunity to utilize and develop competences acquired in the academic courses. The students will also benefit from the expertise of those already engaged in environmental and occupational health services. Emphasis will be placed on water and wastewater sanitation, solid and hazardous waste management, as well as occupational health and safety & atmospheric pollution. Prerequisites: Water and Wastewater Sanitation (0506263), Occupational Health and Safety (0506352) |
| 0506456 | Field Training 2 | 0-0-6:2 |
Prerequisites: Field Training 1 (0506365)
This course will offer the students the opportunity to utilize and develop competences acquired in the academic courses. The students will also benefit from the expertise of those already engaged in environmental and occupational health services. Emphasis will be placed on food safety and quality, occupational health and safety, and vector control. Prerequisites: Field Training 1 (0506365) |
| 0506469 | Field Training 3 | 0-0-6:2 |
Prerequisites: Field Training 2 (0506456).
This course will offer the students the opportunity to utilize and develop competences acquired in the academic courses. The students will also benefit from the expertise of those already engaged in environmental and occupational health services. Emphasis will be placed on public health, green buildings and developments, renewable energy, and natural habitats (land and marine). Prerequisites: Field Training 2 (0506456 ) |
| 0506461 | Graduation Project | 1-0-6:3 |
Prerequisites: Introduction to Research (0500450).
This course provides students the opportunity to apply their research knowledge to the investigation of environmental or occupational health problems. Students will develop competence in hypothesis formulation, research methodology and analysis of laboratory or field data. Emphasis will be placed on investigating local environmental or occupational issues. Prerequisites: Introduction to Research (0500450).).
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Elective Courses
The possible elective courses offered by the Environmental Health Sciences department from which a student may choose from to satisfy the 6 credit hours electives requirements are described below.
| 0506465 | Occupational Accidents | 3-0-0:3 |
Prerequisites: Occupational Health and Safety (0506352).
This course will enable the participants to understand the causes of occupational accidents. Emphasis will be placed on methods of investigation, analysis and prevention of occupational accidents. Prerequisites: Occupational and safety (0506352). |
| 0506467 | Marine Ecology | 3-0-0:3 |
Prerequisites: Biology (0500150).
This course provides an overview of the marine environment as a habitat. Classification of the marine environment, some ecological and biological concepts including adaptation to life in the sea, living conditions on the bottom and the intertidal zone will be covered. Major emphasis will be placed on the human intervention in the sea. Prerequisites: Biology (0500150).
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