NEW YORK
METROPOLITAN
UNIVERSITY
APPLY NOW
ABOUT New York Metropolitan University

It feels like nothing can stop you.

Accreditation

At NYMU University, we deliver the curriculum that is recognized & accepted internationally.
Our Faculty

NYMU University provide the help to the students in equipping themselves for a progressive future.

News & Events

At NYMU University, we provide opportunities to work on research with advance tools and techniques.

Rankings

Our student support center is steadfast to deliver the students with the best assistance in every matter.
New York Metropolitan University

Admissions

NYMU aims to impart quality education through 200 distance education programs.

learn about tuition
Financial Aid Program
Credits Transfer
Scholarships
New York Metropolitan University

Schools

NYMU aims to impart quality education through 200 distance education programs.

See all schools
New York Metropolitan University

Programs

NYMU aims to impart quality education through 200 distance education programs.

Associate Degree Program
Bachelor’s Degree Program
Master’s Degree Program
Doctorate Degree
Diploma Program
Certificate Program
New York Metropolitan University

Student Resources

NYMU aims to impart quality education through 200 distance education programs.

Student Resources
Career Center
Financial Aid
Student Portal
Visa and Immigration
Credits Transfer
New York Metropolitan University

International

NYMU aims to impart quality education through 200 distance education programs.

learn about International

Associate Degree (AOS) in Occupational Safety & Health

  • Eligibility Criteria

    High School Diploma, GED Or Equiv. International Education

  • Credit Hours

    96

  • Courses Offered

    16

  • Course Duration

    1 Year (Self-Paced) Program

  • Estimated Fee

    $21,120

Courses Offered

With an associate degree from NYMU, you can explore countless career opportunites and ensure a bright and secure future for yourself. NYMU's Associate degree from any professional schools are completely accredited and recognized by accreditation bodies around the world.

General

  • Course Name

  • Credit Hours

  • Introduction to the Humanities (B-057)

  • 6 Credits

  • View

  • Social and Cultural Geography (AAS-085)

  • 6 Credits

  • View

  • English Composition (B-158)

  • 6 Credits

  • View

  • College Algebra (B-200)

  • 6 Credits

  • View

  • World Religions (B-336)

  • 6 Credits

  • View

  • Ethics (AAS-370)

  • 6 Credits

  • View

  • Art Appreciation (B-460)

  • 6 Credits

  • View

  • Pre-Calculus (AAS-584)

  • 6 Credits

  • View

  • Human Biology (B-825)

  • 6 Credits

  • View

  • World History (AAS-902)

  • 6 Credits

  • View

Core

  • Course Name

  • Credit Hours

  • Introduction To Occupational Safety And Health (OSAFS-556)

  • 6 Credits

  • View

  • Introduction To Fire Sciences (OSAFS-621)

  • 6 Credits

  • View

  • Introduction To Hazardous Materials (OSAFS-860)

  • 6 Credits

  • View

Specialized

  • Course Name

  • Credit Hours

  • Introduction To Industrial Ergonomics (OSH-223)

  • 6 Credits

  • View

  • Special Topics In Occupational Safety (OSH-531)

  • 6 Credits

  • View

  • Fundamental Of Occupational Safety (OSH-574)

  • 6 Credits

  • View

Introduction to the Humanities (B-057)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Art Of Thinking Critically
     Apollonian Reason, Dionysian Intuition
     Myth
     Literature
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Art
     Music
     Theater
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Musical Stage
     The Cinema
     Television
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Religion
     Morality
     Happiness
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Death Attitudes And Life Affirmation
     Controversy
     Freedom

Social and Cultural Geography (AAS-085)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Thinking Geographically “
     Population “
     Migration “
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Folk And Popular Culture “
     Language “
     Religion “
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Ethnicity “
     Political Geography “
     Development “
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Agriculture “
     Industry “
     Services “
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Urban Patterns “
     Resource Issues “

English Composition (B-158)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Writing To Learn
     Critical Thinking, Reading, And Viewing.
     Preparing
     Composing
     Rewriting
     Structuring Paragraphs
     Formulating Arguments
     The Research Project
     Using The Internet For Research
     Evaluating Electronic And Print Sources
     Using Sources And Avoiding Plagiarism
     Writingthe Research Paper
     Mla Documentation Format
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Apa Documentation Format
     Cms And Cse Documentation Formats
     Writing In The Disciplines
     Writing In The Humanities
     Writing In The Natural Sciences
     Writing In The Social Sciences
     Design Principles And Graphics
     Designing Print Documents
     Designing Web Documents
     Electronic Communication
     Business Correspondence And Reports
     Oral Presentations Using Powerpoint And Other Tools
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Essay Exams
     Writing Portfolios
     Sentence Structure
     Pronoun Case
     Nbsp; Verbs
     Subject-Verb Agreement
     Adjectives And Adverbs
     Sentence Fragments
     Comma Splices And Run-On Sentences
     Pronoun Reference
     Misplaced And Dangling Modifiers
     Faulty Shifts
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Clarity And Conciseness
     Coordination And Subordination
     Parallelism
     Emphasis
     Variety
     Choosing The Right Words
     Language And Power
     Building A Powerful Vocabulary
     Using A Thesaurus And A Dictionary
     Spelling
     End Punctuation
     The Comma
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Semicolon
     The Colon
     The Apostrophe
     Question Marks
     Other Punctuation Marks
     Capital Letters And Italics
     Abbreviations And Numbers
     The Hyphen
     Tips On Nouns And Articles
     Tips On Verbs
     Tips On Word Order
     Tips On Vocabulary

College Algebra (B-200)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Review Of The Real Number System
     Linear Equations, Inequalities, And Applications
     Graphs, Linear Equations, And Functions
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Systems Of Linear Equations
     Exponents, Polynomials, And Polynomial Functions
     Factoring
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Rational Expressions And Functions
     Roots, Radicals, And Root Functions
     Quadratic Equations And Inequalities
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Additional Graphs Of Functions And Relations
     Inverse, Exponential, And Logarithmic Functions
     Polynomial And Rational Functions
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Conic Sections And Systems Of Inequalities
     Further Topics In Algebra

World Religions (B-336)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Understanding Religion
     Indigenous Sacred Ways
     Hinduism
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Hindu Way Of Life
     Buddhism
     Jainism And Sikhism
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Taoism And Confucianism
     Shinto
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Judaism
     Christianity
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Islam
     Rituals And Beliefs In Islam

Ethics (AAS-370)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Ethics
     Living In A World Of Values
     The Role Of Feelings On Ethics
     The Role Of Conscience
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Ethical Relativism: Knowledge Or Opinion
     Consequentialism Or Justice
     Kant And Deontology
     Natural Law Ethics: Saint Thomas Aquinas
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Virtue Ethics
     The Nature Of Morality
     Reward And Punishment
     The Taking Of Human Life
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Allowing Someone To Die, Mercy Death, And Mercy Killing
     Abortion
     Lying, Cheating, Breaking Promises, And Stealing
     Morality, Marriage, And Human Sexuality
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Bioethics—Ethical Issues In Medicine
     Business And Media Ethics
     Environmental Ethics
     Feminist Ethics

Art Appreciation (B-460)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     A World Of Art
     Developing Visual Literacy
     Seeing The Value In Art
     Conceptual And Cultural Foundations Of Art
     Art History
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Making Art
     The Ancient World
     Lines In Art
     Space And Art
     Light And Colors In Art
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Principles Of Design
     Drawing
     Printmaking
     Painting
     Photography And Timebased Media
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Sculptures In Art
     The Crafts As Fine Art             
     Architecture
     The Aesthetics
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Interpretation And Appreciation: Abstract Painting
     Interpreting Old, Foreign Art And Photography
     Principles For Interpreting Art
     New Technologies And Art Education

Pre-Calculus (AAS-584)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Equation Of Lines
     Functions And Their Graphs
     Linear And Quadratic Functions
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Polynomial And Rational Functions
     Exponential And Logarithmic Functions
     Trigonometric Functions
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Analytic Trigonometry
     Applications Of Trigonometry
     Polar Coordinates; Vectors
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Analytic Geometry
     Systems Of Equations And Inequalities
     Sequences; Induction; The Binomial Theorem
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Probability
     A Preview Of Calculus: The Limit, Domain And Derivative

Human Biology (B-825)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Humans And Biology
     Cell Structure And Function- Plasma Membrane
     Cell Structure And Function-Organelles And Cytoskeleton
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Tissues In Organs
     Organ Systems And Homeostasis
     Cardiovascular System-Blood And Blood Vessels
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Cardiovascular System-Heart
     Digestive System
     Structures Of The Respiratory System
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Respiratory System
     Urinary System
     Reproductive Systems
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Central Nervous Systems
     Peripheral Nervous Systems
     Ecology, The Environment, And Us

World History (AAS-902)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     From Human Prehistory To The Rise Of Agriculture
     Early Civilization
     Nomadic Societies
     Classical Civilization: China
     Classical Civilization: India
     Classical Civilization In The Mediterranean: Persia, Greece, And Rome
     The Classical Period: Directions, Diversities, And Declines By 500 C.E.
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Rise Of Islam: Civilization In The Middle East
     India And Southeast Asia Under The Impact Of Islam
     Africa And Islam
     East European Civilization: Byzantium And Russia
     Western Civilization: The Middle Ages
     The Spread Of East Asian Civilization
     Centers Of Civilization In The Americas
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Mongol Interlude And The End Of The Postclassical Period
     The West And The World: Discovery, Colonization, And Trade
     Western Civilization Changes Shape In The Early Modern Centuries
     The Rise Of Eastern Europe
     The Ottoman And Mughal Empires
     East Asia: Vital Trends In Politics And Trade
     The First Industrial Revolution: Western Society, 1780-1914
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     World Economy And Western Imperialism: Africa And South Asia
     Settler Societies: The West On Frontiers
     The Development Of Latin American Civilization
     The Middle East And China In The Imperialist Century
     Russia And Japan: Industrialization Outside The West
     World War I And The End Of An Era
     The West In The Twentieth Century
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Eastern European Civilization
     East Asia And The Twentieth Century
     India And Southeast Asia
     Middle Eastern Civilization In The Twentieth Century
     Latin America In The Twentieth Century
     Sub-Saharan Africa: From Colonies To New Nations
     The Early Twenty-First Century: World History And The Future

Introduction To Occupational Safety And Health (OSAFS-556)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Safety Movement, Then And Now
     Accidents And Their Effects
     Theories Of Accident Causation
     Roles And Professional Certifications For Safety And Health Professionals
     Safety, Health, And Competition In The Global Marketplace
     The Osh Act, Standards, And Liability
     Workers' Compensation
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Accident Investigation And Reporting
     Product Safety And Liability
     Ergonomic Hazards: Musculoskeletal Disorders (Msds) And Cumulative Trauma Disorders (Ctds)
     Stress And Safety
     Safety And Health Training
     Violence In The Workplace
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Mechanical Hazards And Machine Safeguarding
     Falling, Impact, Acceleration, Lifting, And Vision Hazards
     Hazards Of Temperature Extremes
     Pressure Hazards
     Electrical Hazards
     Fire Hazards And Life Safety
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Industrial Hygiene And Confined Spaces
     Radiation Hazards
     Noise And Vibration Hazards
     Computers, Automation, And Robots
     ’ Blood-Borne Pathogens In The Workplace
     Preparing For Emergencies And Terrorism
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Ethics And Safety
     Hazard Analysis/Prevention And Safety Management
     Promoting Safety
     Environmental Safety And Iso 14000
     Tsm: Safety Management In A Quality Management Setting
     Establishing A Safety-Friendly Corporate Culture

Introduction To Fire Sciences (OSAFS-621)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction
     The Elementary Chemistry Of Combustion
     The Nature And Behavior Of Fire
     Combustion Properties Of Liquid And Gaseous Fuels
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Combustion Properties Of Solid Fuels
     Sources Of Ignition
     Structure Fires And Their Investigation
     Grass And Wildland Fires And Their Investigation
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Automobile, Motor Vehicle, And Ship Fires
     Electrical Causes Of Fires
     Clothing And Fabric Fires
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Explosions And Explosive Combustion
     Chemical Fires And Hazardous Materials
     Laboratory Services
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Fire-Related Deaths And Injuries
     Arson As A Crime
     Other Investigative Topics

Introduction To Hazardous Materials (OSAFS-860)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction
     Some Features Of Matter And Energy
     Flammable Gases And Flammable Liquids
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Chemical Forms Of Matter
     Principles Of Chemical Reactions
     Aspects Of The Dot Hazardous Materials Regulations
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Chemistry Of Some Common Elements
     Chemistry Of Some Corrosive Materials
     Chemistry Of Some Water-Reactive Substances
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Chemistry Of Some Toxic Substances
     Chemistry Of Some Oxidizers
     Chemistry Of Some Hazardous Organic Compounds
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Chemistry Of Some Polymeric Materials
     Chemistry Of Some Explosive Materials
     Radioactive Materials

Introduction To Industrial Ergonomics (OSH-223)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Anatomical And Mechanical Structure Of The Human Body
     How The Body Does Its Work
     How The Mind Works
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Human Senses
     How The Body Interacts With The Environment
     Body Rhythms, Work Schedules, And Effects Of Alcohol
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Ergonomic Models, Methods, And Measurements
     Designing To Fit The Moving Body
     The Office (Computer) Workstation
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Selection, Design, And Arrangement Of Controls And Displays
     Handling Loads
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Designing For Special Populations
     Why And How To Do Ergonomics

Special Topics In Occupational Safety (OSH-531)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     What Is Safety?
     Safety Analysis: A Statistical Approach
     When An Emergency Occurs
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Home Safety
     Fire Safety
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Personal Protection And Firearm Safety
     Motor Vehicle And Pedestrian Safety
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Features Of Fire Protection
     Occupational Safety
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Natural And Man-Made Disasters
     Recreational Safety
     School Safety
     Where Do We Go From Here? Emergency Care Procedures

Fundamental Of Occupational Safety (OSH-574)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Accident Losses
     Liabilities And Safety Legislation
     Workers' Compensation
     Osh Act And Its Administration
     Standards, Codes, And Other Safety Documents
     Engineers And Safety
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Management And Its Responsibilities
     The Changing Roles Of Safety Personnel
     Personnel
     Promoting Safe Practices
     Appraising Plant Safety
     Hazards And Their Control
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Planning For Emergencies
     Accident Investigations
     Safety Analysis
     Acceleration, Falls, Falling Objects, And Other Impacts
     Mechanical Injuries
     Human Service Workers: Agents Of Change
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Human Services: Identifying Problems And Causes
     Human Service Boundaries: Special Populations, Special Systems
     Medical And Psychiatric Approaches And The Person In Need
     Behavioral Approaches And The Person In Need
     Psychotherapeutic Approaches And The Person In Need
     Integrating The Contemporary Strategies, Personal Relationships Skills, And The Supervisory Process
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Problem Assessment, Planning, Brokering
     Case Management: Cornerstone For Human Services
     Inspiring Change In Human Service Clients
     Crisis Intervention
     Social Intervention: Prevention Through Environmental Change
     Social Control, Human Rights, Ethics And The Law
✖

Course Details

Why Choose New York Metropolitan University

New York Metropolitan University is the name of excellence, and we emphasize fully working on the future of our students just so they can reach their true potential. Our unparalleled campus experience allows students of all races and religions to excel in their abilities. Here, you are not just growing in your educational career; you can also focus on and enhance your extracurricular activities. We are passionate about providing you with the best overall experience before you enter your professional career path. However, the real career paths of students begin with us.

  • Accredited

  • Adaptable

  • Self-Paced