XII. Course Descriptions

Toxicology

Department of Biomedical Sciences

Department of Chemistry

School of Environmental Sciences

Department of Mathematics and Statistics

Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology

Department of Pathobiology

TOX*2000 Principles of Toxicology F (3-0) [0.50]
This course will establish the scientific principles underlying the toxic actions of various substances and will introduce the various challenges within the field of toxicology. The chemical nature of injurious substances, their uptake and metabolism by non-target organisms, and their mode of toxic action will be studied in addition to the methods used in safety evaluations and risk assessment.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM*1050, (1 of IPS*1500, MATH*1080, MATH*1200 ), (1 of BIOL*1040, BIOL*1070, BIOL*1080, BIOL*1090)
Department(s): Department of Biomedical Sciences
TOX*3300 Analytical Toxicology F (3-3) [0.50]
A course in trace analysis designed for students in toxicology and related programs. Analytical techniques of value in analyzing samples of toxicological importance will be presented with emphasis also on sample collection and preparation prior to analysis.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM*2480, BIOC*2580, TOX*2000 (TOX*2000 may be taken concurrently)
Restriction(s): CHEM*3430, CHEM*3450. This is a Priority Access Course. Enrolment may be restricted to particular programs or specializations. See department for more information.
Department(s): Department of Chemistry
TOX*3360 Environmental Chemistry and Toxicology S,W (3-0) [0.50]
This course examines the chemistry of the natural environment and the influence of pollutants upon the environment. Topics will include methods of introduction of pollutants to, and removal of pollutants from, the environment. (Also listed as CHEM*3360.)
Offering(s): Also offered through Distance Education format.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM*1050
Equate(s): CHEM*3360
Department(s): Department of Chemistry
TOX*4000 Medical Toxicology F (4-0) [0.50]
This course will focus on the toxicology of mammalian body systems with emphasis on dose-response, mechanisms and the sites of action of major groups of chemical toxicants and biological toxins The course is designed for students majoring in Bio-Medical Sciences and Toxicology.
Prerequisite(s): BIOM*3090
Department(s): Department of Biomedical Sciences
TOX*4100 Toxicological Pathology W (2-2) [0.50]
Evaluation of the pathologic responses of cells and tissues to toxic compounds. The course is designed for students majoring in toxicology.
Prerequisite(s): PATH*3610 (or equivalent)
Department(s): Department of Pathobiology
TOX*4200 Topics in Toxicology W (3-0) [0.50]
Topics in toxicology will consist of oral and written presentations by students, faculty members, and guest lecturers. The emphasis will be on the broad integrative aspects of toxicology with particular reference to the whole organism and higher levels of natural systems; risk assessment and regulatory toxicology.
Prerequisite(s): TOX*2000, TOX*3300
Restriction(s): Restricted to students in BSCH.TOX , BSCH.TOX:C
Department(s): Department of Biomedical Sciences, School of Environmental Sciences
TOX*4590 Biochemical Toxicology F (3-0) [0.50]
This course will focus on the biotransformation of drugs, carcinogens, and other toxicants, including consideration of human health implications of these metabolic processes. The enzymes catalyzing these reactions will be discussed in detail.
Prerequisite(s): (1 of BIOC*3570, CHEM*3430, TOX*3300), BIOC*3560, (MBG*2020 or MBG*2040)
Department(s): Department of Chemistry
TOX*4900 Toxicology Research Project I S,F,W (0-9) [1.00]
This research project in toxicology is designed to provide senior undergraduate students with an opportunity to conduct research in an area of toxicology. Students should note that most projects are of two semesters' duration, and should plan their studies with the expectation that they will also register in TOX*4910 in a subsequent semester. Students must make arrangements with both the faculty supervisor and the course coordinator at least one semester in advance. The project supervisor should normally be a faculty member from the Toxicology Program.
Prerequisite(s): TOX*3300
Restriction(s): Normally a minimum cumulative average of 70% is required. Instructor consent required.
Department(s): Department of Chemistry
TOX*4910 Toxicology Research Project II S,F,W (0-9) [1.00]
This course involves a research project in toxicology. Students must make arrangements with both the faculty supervisor and the course coordinator at least one semester in advance. The project supervisor should normally be a faculty member from the Toxicology Program.
Prerequisite(s): TOX*4900
Restriction(s): Normally a minimum cumulative average of 70% is required. Instructor consent required.
Department(s): Department of Chemistry
University of Guelph
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Guelph, Ontario, N1G 2W1
Canada
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