Credits
This is a 3-credit course.
Description
This 3-credit course, which is primarily book-based, is structured to comprehensively provide the student with the fundamental concepts of toxicology as they relate to specific organ and tissue systems. We aim to supplement this information with online study guides, detailed module objectives and critical thinking exercises.
The objective of this course is to familiarize students with the procedures for using WWW resources for communication and educational purposes and to introduce students to the principles, concepts and terminology utilized in the field of toxicology. At the completion of this course students should:
- Understand the general principles of toxicology.
- Understand the scientific principles of absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion.
- Understand the principles and use of toxicokinetics.
- Understand the principles and concepts of mutagenesis and chemical carcinogenicity.
- Understand the principles and concepts related to reproductive and developmental toxicology.
- Understand the principles of Immunotoxicology, including the biology of the immune response, types of immune reactions and disorders, clinical and laboratory tests used in detecting immunotoxicity and knowledge of specific chemicals that adversely affect the immune system.
- Understand the principles and concepts of neurotoxicity; have knowledge of agents that affect neuronal and synaptic transmission and appropriate neurotoxicity evaluation methods.
- Understand the anatomy and physiology of the lungs, liver, skin, and kidneys, and the mechanisms of related organ toxicity, as well as evaluation methods of organ damage by toxic agents.
- Understand the principles and concepts behind chemically-induced toxicity of the blood.
- Understand the basic principles of risk assessment applications.
- Be able to use internet resources for communication and education purposes.
*Please note that this syllabus is subject to change. Use the updated syllabus in Canvas as the official course syllabus.
Library Access
UF online graduate students enjoy the same library privileges as on-campus students. Visit the University of Florida Libraries to find books, journals and more.