IU Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health
Undergraduate
Student Learning Outcomes
Bachelor of Science in Public Health - Environmental Health Science Major Student Learning Outcomes
A student who majors in Environmental Health Science should be able to anticipate, recognize, evaluate, and solve problems in environmental science and health using knowledge, tools, and skills appropriate to entry-level environmental science and health positions. At the completion of the degree program, a student should demonstrate the following learning outcomes:
1. Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders individually and in group settings using verbal, written, and electronic modes of communication.
2. Use statistical and other quantitative analysis tools and techniques to understand issues and problems in environmental science and health.
3. Anticipate, recognize, evaluate, and solve environmental science and health problems by applying scientific and technical knowledge and principles.
4. Monitor a community’s environmental health status using epidemiological tools, laboratory techniques, and field methods appropriate to individual issues.
5. Participate in developing and implementing plans and policies to improve environmental health using scientific and technical knowledge.
6. Work individually and within a team-setting by applying organizational knowledge and leadership skills.
7. Recognize and demonstrate sensitivity to diverse points of view.
8. Seek principled solutions to environmental problems.
For the most current information on Undergraduate Student Learning Outcomes in the Fairbanks School of Public Health, please visit our school's website at: pbhealth@iupui.edu.
Updated January 2014