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What to expect while taking an Online Distance Learning Course

Online distance learning is an innovative development in higher education that uses technology to facilitate learning without the limitations of time or place. EICCD offers courses online so that students around the world can complete a certificate or an Associate in Applied Science degree in HSET without stepping into a classroom.

Student up-to-date computer technology connects to faculty members, coursemates and advisors. One advantage of distance learning is that it gives students the flexibility to achieve an appropriate balance of work, family, community and educational commitments while completing the certificate program or an Associate in Applied Science degree.

Prospective students usually wonder what a college course will demand in terms of time and effort. The typical HSET distance learning course follows this format:

The student will:

• Review the chapter objectives before beginning each lesson. It is recommended that you attempt to write out an answer or explanation for each objective before reading the assigned materials to help you determine what you already know and to help you focus your studies.
  
• Read the assigned materials in the textbook and, using the chapter objectives as a worksheet, verify items you may have completed before your reading of the materials and fill in unanswered items.
  
• Complete the required activities for each lesson.
  
• Participate in an asynchronous discussion forum.

The activities are designed to be practical, providing experience in the world of health, safety and environmental technology. Among the types of activities you may expect are the following:

1. Researching the Code of Federal Regulations.
2. Analyzing case studies based on applicable regulations.
3. Practicing the completion of government forms.
4. Researching topics in a library, online, or in industry journals.
5. Interviewing health, safety and environmental technology professionals.
6. Visiting health, safety and environmental technology facilities.
7. Maintaining a student journal of health, safety and environmental news.
8. Designing employee training programs and emergency response contingency plans.
9. Writing essays or research papers.

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