Science Safety Seminar

Catalog description

This one credit hour course is designed for the middle grades and secondary science teacher. It addresses science classroom and laboratory safety issues and teacher responsibilities regarding the creation of hazard-free learning experiences. Topics include but are not limited to: proper maintenance of living specimens (animal and botanical), the acquisition, storage and handling of chemicals and classroom consumables, acceptable use of lab ware, availability and use of safety equipment, safe laboratory operating procedures, field trip guidelines, and teacher liability. When Offered: Fall