TOX-TOXICOLOGY
TOX 361. Basic Toxicology
3 Credits (3)
Introduction to the principles of toxicology, discussion of toxic agents, environmental problems, testing procedures, and regulations. Prior course work in biology and chemistry recommended. Crosslisted with: ENVS 361. May be repeated up to 3 credits.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1120G or CHEM 1225G and BIOL 2610G or BIOL 2110G.
Learning Outcomes
- Learn how toxins are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and excreted from living systems.
- Demonstrate how metabolism can appreciably alter the toxicity of compounds as well as dictate the resultant toxicity with an emphasis on target organ(s).
- Explain the specific mechanism(s) of actions of toxins targeting the liver, lung, kidney, and nervous systems.
- Delineate how certain toxins induce cancer and/or promote the development of cancer.
- Understand how and why certain plants and animals are poisonous and venomous, specifically linking discreet chemicals or complex mixtures to the resultant toxic manifestation.
TOX 461. Toxicology I
3 Credits (3)
Introduction to principles of toxicology. Crosslisted with: TOX 361.
Prerequisite(s): (CHEM 1226 or CHEM 1225G) and (BIOL 2610G or BIOL 2110G).
TOX 598. Special Research Programs
1-3 Credits
Individual investigations, either analytical or experimental. Graded S/U.