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Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health

Open Distance Learning (ODL)

 

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Why DOSH ODL With DRB-HICOM University of Automotive Malaysia

ONLINE LESSONS

Online DOSH programme offer the flexibility to study from anywhere at any time. In this regard, our classes are not conducted in weekdays but during weekends. This is especially advantageous for working professionals or individuals who need to concentrate on their work on weekdays. It also offers self-paced learning options, allowing students to progress through the coursework at their own speed. This flexibility accommodates different learning styles and allows individuals to focus more on challenging subjects.

EFFECTIVE DELIVERY

Our programme is delivered via interactive and engaging lessons, which allow for efficient time management, especially for individuals with hectic work schedules. Our online platform is user-friendly and conducive for learning.

WORK-BASED PROGRAMME

We place a significant emphasis on work-based projects, aiming to provide a practical learning experience that enhances problem-solving skills. This approach ensures that students can apply their knowledge directly to real-world situations.

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATES

Our graduates will be exempted  from taking 4 examination papers and any courses in National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)​. Our graduates can also apply the Green Book  from JKKP after 3 years of working. Furthermore, apart from the popular diploma in Occupational Safety and Health, they will be conferred with other advanced certificate and professional certificate related to the industry.
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Programme Summary

Graduates will acquire an in-depth knowledge on occupational safety and health and competency to deal with the constantly changing requirement for safety. The programme is designed to provide students with a multidisciplinary knowledge, insights, and skills to help them succeed in their career.

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Target Groups

The programme is designed specifically for students seeking to advance their career in the realm of safety . It serves as a platform for students to acquire fresh knowledge and skills that will enable them to navigate the rapidly evolving challenges in their job., and enable them to obtain their Professional Certificate as Safety and Health Officer (SHO Officer)

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Entry Requirements

  1. Possess Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or equivalent with pass in English at SPM level and THREE CREDITS in the following subjects*:
  • Mathematics and ONE Science subject (Biology/Physics/Chemistry/General Science); and
  • Any other ONE subjects.

OR

  1. Possess Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) Level 3/Sijil Vokasional Malaysia (SVM) in the relevant field (Note: The HEPs need to conduct specific screening and guidancerelated to the field of the program for the students);

OR

iii.A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in the relevant field with at least CGPA of 2.00*;

OR

  1. A pass in Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with at least Grade C (GP 2.0) in any subject*;

OR

  1. A pass in Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with at least Grade Maqbul*;

OR

  1. Other relevant equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government.

Additional requirement for iii – v: A pass in English AND credit in Mathematics and ONE Science subject (Biology/Physics/Chemistry/General Science) at SPM level or equivalent qualifications

  • ENGLISH COMPETENCY REQUIREMENT (INTERNATIONAL STUDENT)
  • Achieve a minimum Band 3 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) OR equivalent to Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) (High B1)

 

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Programme Structure

SEMESTER 1

*ENGLISH FOR COMMUNICATION 1​ 

*BASIC SCIENCE​

*INTRODUCTION TO OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ​

*BASIC ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY​

*PENGHAYATAN ETIKA DAN PERADABAN (MALAYSIAN)​

*MALAY LANGUAGE FOR COMMUNICATION 1 (INTERNATIONAL)​

SEMESTER 2

*BEHAVIOR BASED SAFETY​

*ELEMENTARY STATISTICS​

*FUNDAMENTAL OF PYTHON PROGRAMMING​

*OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY HEALTH LEGISLATIONS​

*THINKING SKILL IN DIGITAL AGE ​

*BAHASA KEBANGSAAN A (NOT CREDIT BM in SPM)​

SEMESTER 3

*OCCUPATIONAL EPIDEMIOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY ​

*INTERNET OF THINGS (IoT)​

*INDUSTRIAL SAFETY​

*INDUSTRIAL HEALTH​

*COMMUNITY SERVICES​

*SOCIAL ENTREPRENNEUR​

*SISWA SISWI PERTAHANAN AWAM 1​

SEMESTER 4

*INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE​

*ERGONOMIC​

*HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND RISK MANAGEMENT​

*FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION SYSTEM​

*SOCIAL INNOVATIVE                                                          ​

*BUSINESS INCUBATION​

*SISWA SISWI PERTAHANAN AWAM MALAYSIA II​

SEMESTER 5

*PROCESS SAFETY AND LOSS PREVENTION​

*INCIDENT AND ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION​

*ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY​

*EMERGENCY RESPONSE & PREPAREDNESS​

U4: SISWA SISWI PERTAHANAN AWAM MALAYSIA III**​

SEMESTER 6

*INTEGRITY AND ANTI-CORRUPTION​

*WASTE MANAGEMENT​

*OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY HEALTH MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS​

*CONSTRUCTION SAFETY ​

SEMESTER 7

*INTERNSHIP ​

 

Our Motto 

University By The Industry, For The Industry