Minor in Occupational Safety and Health

The Minor in Occupational Safety and Health provides the skills and knowledge required to identify potential hazards and associated risks in general industry. In a safety-conscious organization, it is crucial to prioritize the creation of safer workplaces to prevent losses and promote the well-being of employees, the environment, and profits. Students will gain a fundamental understanding of critical aspects of occupational safety, including ergonomics, industrial hygiene, system safety management, fire protection, systems design for fire and life safety, loss control and insurance, construction safety, environmental compliance and safety, and occupational safety and health.

This minor exposes students to the broader field of safety. While focusing on managing safety under OSHA, MSHA, and EPA regulations, which all business (aviation and non-aviation) in the United States must adhere to, this minor also covers safety programs required by the FAA.

Some majors may not be eligible to pair with this minor. See the Minor Restrictions list for details.

Daytona Beach Minor Requirements

SFTY 201Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health3
SFTY 311Occupational Safety and Health3
SFTY 321Occupational Ergonomics I3
SFTY 355Industrial Hygiene and Toxicology3
SFTY 441Construction Safety and Health3
For non-BSAAS Major Students - One Specified Elective
Choose One of the Following:3
Principles of Accident Investigation
Loss Control and Risk Management
Fire Protection
Applications in Industrial Hygiene
Special Topics in Aerospace and Occupational Safety
Special Topics in Aerospace and Occupational Safety
Sustainability and Environmental Safety Compliance
Special Topics in Safety
Special Topics in Safety
For BSAAS Major Students - One Specified Elective
Choose One of the Following:3
Principles of Accident Investigation
Loss Control and Risk Management
Applications in Industrial Hygiene
Total Credits18

Worldwide Minor Requirements

Students majoring in the B.S. in Safety Management may not declare this minor. 

SFTY 201Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health3
SFTY 311Occupational Safety and Health3
SFTY 321Occupational Ergonomics I3
SFTY 355Industrial Hygiene and Toxicology3
SFTY 441Construction Safety and Health3
SFTY 341Occupational Safety and Health Program Management3
Total Credits18

Estimated Cost of Attendance: California Student Information

Asia Minor Requirements

SFTY 201Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health3
SFTY 311Occupational Safety and Health3
SFTY 321Occupational Ergonomics I3
SFTY 355Industrial Hygiene and Toxicology3
SFTY 441Construction Safety and Health3
SFTY 470Advanced Occupational Safety and Health Technology3
Total Credits18