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12 courses with the subject ESM, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

ESM 110Hazard Awareness (1.0 CH) This course introduces the student to safety and health hazards found in

the three top industries of western Pennsylvania construction, oil and gas development and manufacturing. Hazard awareness is open to majors and non-majors. Fee: $200

Subject
ESM
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.thiel.edu
ESM 111Introduction to Safety 3 CH

Select 3 ESM elective courses: (9 CH)

Subject
ESM
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.thiel.edu
ESM 210Advanced Hazard Recognition (1.0 CH) The student will complete safety training in one field. Course

may be repeated for credit to complete training in a different field. Opportunities to shadow safety professionals in their selected industry will be included. Students will develop and conduct short training sessions related to a selected safety or health hazard. Fee: $150

Subject
ESM
Type
course
Repeatable
may be repeated for credit to complete training in a different field.
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.thiel.edu
ESM 221Emerg Preparedness, Prev & Response (3.0 CH) This course will discuss the planning and mitigation

needed to effectively prepare, prevent and respond to emergencies in the workplace. Planning for fires, natural disasters, workplace security and business continuity will be covered.

Subject
ESM
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.thiel.edu
ESM 231Construction Safety (3.0 CH) This course will identify key regulations, important industry standards

and safety responsibilities in the construction industry. Some of the topics that will be covered include electrical safe work practices, fleet safety, rigging, excavations and working at heights.

Subject
ESM
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.thiel.edu
ESM 241Regulatory Compliance & Safety Mgmt (3.0 CH) This course will cover the overall responsibilities an

organization has for complying with OSHA and other regulatory authorities such as DOT, EPA and State agencies. Different strategies used for safety management will be discussed including safety programs and management systems, ISO 45001 in particular.

Subject
ESM
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.thiel.edu
ESM 351Hazard Materials & Environmental Safety (3.0 CH) This course will address the management and use

of hazardous materials in the workplace. Topics will include hazard communication, process safety, safe transportation and environmental management. Discussions will focus on best management practices including management systems such as ISO 14001.

Subject
ESM
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.thiel.edu
ESM 361Fundamental Concepts of Industrial Hyg (3.0 CH) This course concentrates on the anticipation

recognition, evaluation and control of employee exposure to workplace health hazards. Topics will include chemical hazards (dusts, fumes, mists, gases, and vapors), ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, noise, temperature, and biological hazards.

Subject
ESM
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.thiel.edu
ESM 371Essential Topics in Environmental Safety Management 3 CH

Minor electives: (6-7 CH) Business Administration (3 CH) - Select one:

Subject
ESM
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.thiel.edu
ESM 380ESM Lab Experience (1.0 CH) The student will participate in hands on exercises foreach3

week. Exercises will include subjects covered in other required safety courses including air sampling and monitoring instruments, respirator fit-testing, PPE inspection and use; fall protection equipment. The physics, chemistry and math of safety will be a theme throughout the course. (P: Instructor Approval). 203

Subject
ESM
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
hours
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.thiel.edu
ESM 495ESM Special Project (3.0 CH) Variable CH available (1-3 CH). This course represents a substantive

independent study and research effort. The student must prepare a detailed written proposal that will be reviewed for approval by the faculty advisor and chair of the department. The project must be completed as described in the proposal. The default credit hours is three but may be adjusted based on the scope and details of the proposal. (P: Junior standing and department approval).

Subject
ESM
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.thiel.edu
ESM 499Environmental Safety Management Internship 3 CH

TOTAL: 64 CH Environmental Safety Management

Subject
ESM
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
www.thiel.edu

Source: Thiel College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59