We may earn an affiliate commission when you visit our partners.
Ole Jacob Møllerløkken,
Bente Elisabeth Moen,
Gro Tjalvin,
Magne Bråtveit,
Akeza Awealom Asgedom,
Israel Paul (Mentor),
Dr Alexander M. Tungu,
and
Hallgeir Kismul
Topics Covered
Read more
Topics Covered
Read more
Topics Covered
- Occupational health – basic definitions and concepts
- Chemical, biological and physical factors at work and development of diseases and injuries
- Psychosocial factors and health at work
- Structures and functions of Occupational Health Services and how to care for the worker’s Health
- Methods for measurements of work environment factors and health in occupational health settings
- Prevention of occupational diseases and injuries
Register for this course and see more details by visiting:
OpenCourser.com/course/hop1a2/occupational
Save this course
Save Occupational Health in Developing Countries to your list so you can find it easily later:
Save
Save
Reviews summary
Basic course for beginners in occupational health
Overall, this course appears to be a good introduction to occupational health in developing countries. It is appropriate for beginners and does a good job of accurately describing the current situation in developing nations. The course is less interactive than some may prefer, with fewer lectures and more articles. However, there are numerous quizzes to help evaluate retention.
Appropriate for beginners in occupational health.
"This course is appropriate for beginner level in occupational health and safety concepts."
Accurately depicts the situation in developing nations.
"it captures the situation "as it is" in developing nations."
Fewer lectures and more articles, making it less interactive.
"The examples are relevant and depict the situation accurately. However, there are less lectures and more articles hence the course is not interactive."
Activities
Coming soon
We're preparing activities for
Occupational Health in Developing Countries.
These are activities you can do either before, during, or after a course.
Career center
Learners who complete Occupational Health in Developing Countries will develop knowledge and skills
that may be useful to these careers:
For more career information including salaries, visit:
OpenCourser.com/course/hop1a2/occupational
Reading list
We haven't picked any books for this reading list yet.
A practical guide to occupational hygiene, providing detailed information on hazard identification, assessment, and control. is especially valuable for professionals working in occupational health and safety.
A comprehensive textbook on industrial hygiene, covering both principles and applications. is suitable for students and practitioners alike.
A practical guide to occupational health and safety management, covering topics such as risk assessment, safety programs, and emergency preparedness. is useful for managers and safety professionals.
A comprehensive textbook on occupational medicine, covering the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of occupational diseases. is essential reading for physicians and nurses working in occupational health.
A compilation of threshold limit values and biological exposure indices for hazardous substances in the workplace. is an essential resource for occupational hygienists.
A comprehensive guide to industrial ventilation, covering design, installation, and maintenance. is an essential resource for occupational hygienists.
A comprehensive guide to ergonomics in the workplace, covering topics such as musculoskeletal disorders, workstation design, and work organization. is useful for ergonomists and safety professionals.
A comprehensive textbook on occupational health and safety, covering a wide range of topics in great detail. is suitable for students and practitioners alike.
For more information about how these books relate to this course, visit:
OpenCourser.com/course/hop1a2/occupational
Share
Similar courses
Here are nine courses similar to
Occupational Health in Developing Countries.
Realising Career Potential: Rethinking Disability
OpenCourser.com/course/86oex0/realising
Realising Career Potential: Rethinking Disability
Most relevant
The exposome: cracking the science about what makes us sick
OpenCourser.com/course/6lv74a/the
The exposome: cracking the science about what makes us...
Most relevant
Causes of Human Disease: Understanding Causes of Disease
OpenCourser.com/course/bxklut/causes
Causes of Human Disease: Understanding Causes of Disease
Most relevant
Occupational Health & Safety Training
OpenCourser.com/course/hqulzz/occupational
Occupational Health & Safety Training
Most relevant
Genomic Medicine and Research: A Community Approach
OpenCourser.com/course/1s0e82/genomic
Genomic Medicine and Research: A Community Approach
Wellbeing at Work: An Introduction
OpenCourser.com/course/k9t7kb/wellbeing
Wellbeing at Work: An Introduction
It Starts with Your Heart: Understanding Heart and Circulatory Diseases
OpenCourser.com/course/x74ms0/it
It Starts with Your Heart: Understanding Heart and...
Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
OpenCourser.com/course/cqu1t0/certificate
Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
Causes of Human Disease: Understanding Cardiovascular Disease
OpenCourser.com/course/8o56ba/causes
Causes of Human Disease: Understanding Cardiovascular...
Time
24 hours
Via
FutureLearn
Institutions
University of Bergen
Addis Ababa University
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences
Instructors
Ole Jacob Møllerløkken
Bente Elisabeth Moen
Gro Tjalvin
Magne Bråtveit
Akeza Awealom Asgedom
Israel Paul (Mentor)
Dr Alexander M. Tungu
Hallgeir Kismul
Our mission
OpenCourser helps millions of learners each year. People visit us to learn workspace skills, ace their exams, and nurture their curiosity.
Our extensive catalog contains over 50,000 courses and twice as many books. Browse by search, by topic, or even by career interests. We'll match you to the right resources quickly.
Find this site helpful? Tell a friend about us.
Affiliate disclosure
We're supported by our community of learners. When you purchase or subscribe to courses and programs or purchase books, we may earn a commission from our partners.
Your purchases help us maintain our catalog and keep our servers humming without ads.
Thank you for supporting OpenCourser.
© 2016 - 2024 OpenCourser