Professional Issues in Chemistry (CHEM407)
Safety in the use of chemicals: responsibilities and duties, Safety facilities (clothing, hoods, sinks, showers, eyewashes, respirators, storage, labeling, electrical hazards, hearing protection, eye protection, ergonomics), waste disposal, medical emergencies, safe work practices, safety trainings, safe lab technics, some toxic and/or hazardous chemicals, fires and explosions, radiation hazards; Legal issues for chemists: food & environmental laws, occupational organizations and/or chambers; Professional ethics for chemists; Standards and patents; Trends in chemical industry, and job market; Current topics in chemistry and science.