
1998-1999 Undergraduate Catalog
Indiana, Pennsylvania 15705
The College of Health and Human Services
The department offers the Bachelor of Science degree in Safety Sciences with specialization in occupational safety and health. The program in Safety Sciences prepares the student for professional, administrative, managerial, and supervisory positions in industry, manufacturing, insurance, transportation, utility, government, construction, trade service industries, and others. There remains a need in Pennsylvania and the nation for university-educated occupational safety and health professionals. The curriculum includes a major of 41 semester hours in Safety Sciences and an additional 15 semester hours in related professional courses. A variety of elective courses is available in both the major and professional fields that enable students to strengthen their primary interest areas.