ACADEMIC CATALOG - Purdue University Calumet

OBHR 663 SEMINAR IN ORGANIZATION THEORY
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
For students in the management graduate program or by consent
of school. The analysis and design of complex organizations.
Emphasis is placed on current research in organizational theory
and design. Topics include major theoretical perspectives, design
parameters, structural configurations, culture, technology, the
environment, and organizational effectiveness.
OBHR 681 BEHAVIOR IN ORGANIZATIONS
(Class 2 to 4, Cr. 2 to 4)
Individual and group behavior are the central components of
components of the study of behavior in organizations. Focus
is on the managerial application of knowledge to issues such
as motivation, group process, leadership, organizational
design structure, and others. The course employs cases, exercises,
discussions, and lectures.
OLS 332 FUNDAMENTALS OF INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
Prerequisite: OLS 331 or SPV 331
An examination of the industrial hygiene factors instrumental
in maintaining a safe and healthful workplace. Special
emphasis is given to the recognition, evaluation, and control
of occupational health hazards.
OLS 333 SAFETY,HEALTH & ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS,
CODES, REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
Prerequisite: OLS 331 or SPV 331
A study of the various laws, codes, and standards which
affect the safety field. Emphasis is placed on an in-depth
study of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
and the applicable standards therein.
OBHR 690 ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT
(Class 2 to 4, Cr. 2 to 4)
For students in the management graduate program of by consent
of school. Analysis of management theories and the
administrative processes. Specific managerial activities as
they relate to productive efficiency and effectiveness are analyzed.
Management functions of planning, organizing, directing,
controlling, and staffing also are discussed.
OLS - Organizational Leadership
and Supervision
OLS 102 FRESHMAN EXPERIENCE
(Class 1, Cr. 1)
This course provides entering first-year students with less
then 60 credits an opportunity to become familiar with available
departmental and university resources, such as the advising
process, the course management system, engage in goal
setting, align academic and life goals, explore available
career options and develop a plan for success.
OLS 163 FUNDAMENTALS OF SELF-MANAGEMENT
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
This course compares and contrasts several frameworks for
self-management, and provides students with the opportunity
to study these frameworks to achieve success in life, school
and career.
OLS 252 HUMAN RELATIONS IN ORGANIZATIONS
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
Study of the basis and organization of individual and group
behavior. Special emphasis on typical supervisory relationships.
OLS 303 SUBSTANCE ABUSE IN THE WORKPLACE
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
Overviews alcohol and drug problems affecting job performance
in the workplace. Topics covered include current concepts
of alcoholism and addictions, supervisor's role and
responsibilities, work behavior of alcohol and drug abusers.
Constructive confrontation and intervention, employee assistance
programming, and referral.
OLS 331 OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
A presentation of those aspects of occupational safety and
health which are most essential to the firstline supervisor.
Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of the
economic, legal, and social factors related to providing a safe
and healthful working environment.
OLS 334 FIRE PROTECTION
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
Prerequisite: OLS 331 or SPV 331
Explores the principles involved in the protection of people
and property from fire and explosion. Basic fire safety terminology,
fire chemistry and extinguishment, fire safety references
and standards, and fire safety management are presented.
Also discussed are control measures for common fire and
explosion hazards and the design of buildings in terms of life
safety and fire supressive systems.
OLS 335 SAFETY AND HEALTH
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
Prerequisite: OLS 331 or SPV 331
An examination of safety management principles employed
to ensure both regulatory compliance and effective loss control
efforts. Emphasis is directed toward coordination of safety
program components with the goals of the organization
and regulatory compliance.
OLS 336 FUNDAMENTALS OF RISK MANAGEMENT
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
Prerequisite: OLS 331 and OLS 333
Students shall learn five principles disciplines in the process
of controlling or eliminating the risks associated with occupational
injuries and illnesses in the workplace. Those disciplines
are: 1) identifying the exposures to loss; 2) evaluating
alternative techniques for treating the exposure; 3) selecting
the appropriate technique(s); 4) implementing the chosen
technique; and 5) monitoring and improving the risk management
system. The class will take into consideration not only
direct loss/damage to assets such as buildings and machinery,
people and the loss from actions of people, failures, general
liability, fleet liability, asset protection, arrors and omissions
but the indirect loss attributed to the direct loss and issues of
legal liability.
OLS 337 INTRODUCTION TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
(Class 3, Cr. 3)
Prerequisite: OLS 331
Students will learn the value of having plans to deal with a
variety of emergencies likely to occur in either industrial or
municipal environments. Students will come to understand
the key concepts of emergency management including mitigation,
preparedness and response and recovery. Each student
will have to prepare an Emergency Response Plan and
present it as part of the course requirements.
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