Course Description
Mechanisms of injury of biological systems produced by chemical exposure. Adverse effects of chemicals on major bodily organs and organ systems, including the blood, respiratory system, nervous system, kidneys, cardiovascular system, liver, immune system, reproductive system, skin, and eyes.
Athena Title
ORGAN SYSTEMS TOX
Prerequisite
PHRM(VPHY) 6910 or permission of department
Semester Course Offered
Offered spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
The objective of this course is to enable the student to gain in-depth knowledge of modes of interaction of chemicals with biological systems to produce injury. Emphasis is placed upon understanding mechanisms underlying toxicity and detoxification of drugs and other chemicals.
Topical Outline
Blood Cardiovascular System Respiratory System Kidneys Liver Nervous System Immune System Reproduction/Development Skin and Eyes