Program Description:

The field of Occupational Health Engineering, as a branch of medical sciences, is a multidisciplinary field. The degree may offer opportunities for the graduates to learn more about the development and implementation of health and safety requirements, anticipation, recognition, evaluation and control of chemical, physical and biological hazards in workplace that could impair the health and well-being of workers and the development of practical and research skills.

The graduates can help in propagating theoretical and practical aspects of occupational health, improving workplace safety and health, promoting public health, implementing policies to promote a safe and healthy work condition, and understanding and managing risks.

The Islamic Republic of Iran is one of countries in the world that offer this course in terms of the educational excellence, scientific product relevant to occupational health and providing services concerning safety and health issues in the workplace. The main mission of the course is preparing students to be responsible for the recognition, evaluation, and control of chemical, physical and biological hazards in workplaces.

Objectives:

Expected Competencies at the End of the Program 

General Competencies*

Specific Competencies and Skills

At the end of the program learners will be competent in the following skills:

• Organizing data and information
• Writing scientific reports
• Conducting practical research
• Using standard methods and specialized equipment
• Working in professional environment and improving ability to work with people

Duration: 2.5 years

Courses and number of credits:

Copensatory:                            21credits

Special Courses:                          27 credits

Thesis:                                           5 credits

Total:                                              32 credits

Program Curriculum

For more information, please download: Program Curriculum of Occupational Health Engineering