10503154Hazardous Materials Chemistry
Course Information
Description
This course provides basic chemistry relating to the categories of hazardous materials including recognition, identification, reactivity, and health hazards encountered by emergency services.
Total Credits
2
Course Competencies
  1. Describe the common elements of the Periodic Table

  2. Distinguish between elements, compounds, and mixtures         

  3. Define the basic chemistry involved with common hydrocarbon derivatives

  4. Explain the difference between ionic and covalent bonding

  5. Describe the basic chemical and physical properties of gases, liquids, and solids

  6. Identify the nine U.S. Department of Transportation hazard classes and their respective divisions

  7. Demonstrate the utilization of guidebooks, MSDS, and other reference materials to determine an initial course of action

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