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Ashland University  Auburn University   Boise State University  
Bowling Green University  California State University at Fresno  
California State University at Northridge  
Canisius College  Colorado State University  College of Pharmacy  
Duke University   East Carolina University  
East Central University, Oklahoma  East Tennessee State University 
Eastern Kentucky University  Eastern Michigan University  Ferris State, MI  
Illinois State University  Indiana State University   Indiana University at Bloomington   Indiana University of Pennsylvania  Iowa State University 
Kansas State University Kenyon College   Marshall University  
Marymount University of Arlington, VA 
 Michigan State University  Missouri Southern University 
New Mexico State University  North Carolina State University
Ohio University   Old Dominion University
Oregon State University  Purdue University  Rider University 
San Francisco University  St. Johns University  Salisbury University  Spelman College Texas A&M University  University of Arizona  University of California at Davis  University of Connecticut  University of Georgia University of Kansas
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey  
University of Mississippi  University of Scranton  University of Washington  
University of Wisconsin at Eau Claire  University of Wisconsin at Madison
Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University Western Carolina University
Wright State University
  


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University/College

Ashland University http://www.ashland.edu/ 
College of Arts and Sciences http://www.ashland.edu/colleges/arts_sci/cashome.html   

Department/Program

Department of Biology and Toxicology http://www.ashland.edu/colleges/arts_sci/toxic/toxic.html

Contact

Dr. Karen E. Stine kstine@ashland.edu  http://www.ashland.edu/~kstine/home.html
Professor of Biology/Toxicology
Chair, Department of Biology Toxicology
Director, Toxicology Program

Course(s)

130 INTRODUCTION TO TOXICOLOGY. 1 Credit Hour. Introduction to the science of toxicology focusing on broad general principles and their applications to current issues and events.

330 PRINCIPLES OF TOXICOLOGY. 3 Credit Hours. Prerequisites: BIO 202, CHEM 104. This course will cover the basic principles of toxicology, focusing on the biochemical, physiological, and ecological aspects of toxicants. The uses of toxicology in various biomedical and environmental fields will be examined. Offered each fall.

331 METHODS IN TOXICOLOGY. 4 Credit Hours. Prerequisite: BIO 330. Designed to give students experience in applying biochemical, histological, physiological, ecological, and epidemiological techniques to toxicological problems. Students will plan and carry out experiments, analyze data, and write up results from an original research project. Discussion and critical analysis of current research articles from toxicology journals will also be included. Offered each spring.

430 APPLIED TOXICOLOGY. 3 Credit Hours . Prerequisite: BIO 330. An introduction to acute, subchronic, and chronic toxicity studies including assessment of carcinogenic and reproductive/teratogenic effects of chemicals. Emphasis is placed on designing and conducting these studies to meet governmental regulations. Special topics covered include pathology, analytical toxicology, toxicokinetics, and risk assessment. Offered each fall.

432 PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY I . 3 Credit Hours. Prerequisite: 16 hours of biology,CHEM 307 A study of the principles of pharmacology, including drug administration, phannacokinetics, and therapeutic and/or toxic effects of commonly used drugs. Focus is on the action of drugs on the autonomic and central nervous systems. Offered each fall.

433 PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY II. 3 Credit Hours. Prerequisite: BIO 432. Further study of effects of drugs and toxicants. Includes the study of drugs which affect cardiovascular, urinary, gastrointestinal, respiratory, immune, and endocrine systems. Also covered are antibiotics, chemotherapy, and a survey of major classes of toxicants (solvents, pesticides, and heavy metals). Offered each spring.

480 ADVANCED TOPICS IN BIOLOGY/TOXICOLOGY 1-4 Credit Hours Prerequisite: Junior standing, permission of instructor This course is designed to offer in-depth study of a selected advanced topic at a level appropriate to junior and senior majors in Biology/Toxicology and related areas.


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Auburn University  http://www.auburn.edu/
College of Agricultures http://www.ag.auburn.edu/

Department/Program

Department of Entomology & Plant Pathology http://www.ag.auburn.edu/dept/ent/

Contact

Dr. Nannan Liu 352 Funchess Hall Ph: 844-2661

Course

ENTM 0712 Course Description: The main emphasis of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the principles of general toxicology including history, xenobiotic metabolism, disposition of toxicants, and mechanisms of toxicity including the modes of action of synthetic and naturally occurring insecticides. Mechanisms and molecular genetics of insecticide resistance and tolerance to plant allelochemicals, biotechnological approaches to insect control, and transgenic insect models will be discussed. Students also will be introduced to techniques and instruments used in toxicological research and to critical reading of scientific literature.


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University/College

Boise State University http://www.idbsu.edu/
College of Health Sciences http://www.boisestate.edu/biology/ 

Department/Program

Environmental Health Program http://hs.boisestate.edu/envhlth/ 

Contact

Gary Shook (208) 426-3795  gshook@boisestate.edu

Courses

ENVHLTH 417 PRINCIPLES OF TOXICOLOGY (2-0-2)(S)(Offered odd-numbered years). An examination of the absorption, distribution, and excretion of toxicants in humans and the health effects on target organs. Toxicologic evaluation, risk assessment,fate of hazardous substances in the environment and policies for the control of such substances will also be discussed. PREREQ: CHEM 111-112 and environmental health major, or PERM/INST.


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University/College

Bowling Green University http://www.bgsu.edu/ 
College of Health and Human Services http://www.bgsu.edu/colleges/hhs/ 

Department/Program

Environmental Health Program http://www.bgsu.edu/departments/envh/envh-hp.htm

Contact

Gary Silverman (419) 372-7774 silverma@bgnet.bgsu.edu

Course

ENVH 407 Environmental Toxicology Measurement, effects and mechanisms of toxicity on human health and the environment. Use of toxicology in environmental risk assessment and risk management. Prerequisite: CHEM 306 or consent of instructor.


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University/College

California State University Fresno  http://www.csufresno.edu/ 
College of Health and Human Services http://www.csufresno.edu/

Department/Program
 
College of  Health, Department of Health Sciences, Environmental Health/Industrial Hygiene Option http://www.csufresno.edu/hlthsci/index.htm

Contact

Dr.Tennant (559)278-2018 chris_tennant@csufresno.edu  San Ramon 2 7

Course

160. Principles of Toxicology (3) - Basic principles and concepts of toxicology with a particular emphasis on the regulation of environmental and industrial toxicants for man/woman.


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University/College

California State University at Northridge http://www.csun.edu/
College of Health Science http://hhd.csun.edu/hsci/

Department/Program

Dept. of Environmental & Occupational Health http://www.csun.edu/~vchsc00b/EOH/EOH.htm

Contact

MACHADO,ANTONIO amachado@csun.edu  818-677-2065 Engineering, 2101J

Course

(HSCI 456) Industrial Toxicology


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University/College

Canisius College http://www.canisius.edu/
College of Arts and Natural Sciences http://www.canisius.edu/academics/arts_sciences.asp

Department/Program

Environmental Science Program http://www2.canisius.edu/canp/departments/envsci/

Contact

Instructor: Paula F Dehn email: dehn@canisius.edu Phone: 2555 Department: Biology Title: CHAIR/BIOLOGY

Course

BIO 460 Environmental Toxicology 3 Major environmental toxicants examined from viewpoints of bioavailability, bioaccumulation, biodegradation, toxic properties, interference in metabolism. Emphasis on effects of contaminants on functioning of animals Prerequisite: BCH 301-301L or BIO 203. 2001-2002 only


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University/College

Colorado State University  http://www.colostate.edu/
College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences http://www.cvmbs.colostate.edu/

Department/Program

Department of Environmental Health http://www.cvmbs.colostate.edu/enhealth/

Contact

John S. Reif, DVM 970-491-6074  John.Reif@colostate.edu

Course

EH 446 ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY Students are introduced to the essentials of environmental toxicology through an emphasis of basic toxicological concepts and principles. Environmental and health impacts of certain toxicants or classes of toxicants are discussed.


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University/College

Duke University http://www.duke.edu/
Nicholas School of the Environment and Earth http://www.env.duke.edu/

Department/Program

Environmental Science http://www.env.duke.edu/en/degree/enprogoffice.htm

Contact

Director Professor Emily Klein Earth and Ocean Sciences 310 Old Chem Bldg (919) 684-5965 klein@eos.duke.edu 

Course

ENVIRON 160: Environmental Chemistry and Toxicology This course is designed as an overview of the fate, transport and biological effects of chemicals in the environment. It focuses on four types of archetypical chemical pollutants.. Topics include characterization of pollutants; the chemistry of natural waters, soils and atmosphere; chemical transport between compartments; chemical and biological transformation; and the toxicology and molecular biological responses associated with chemical exposure. Case studies will be incorporated that focus on the impact of chemical pollutants on large-scale ecosystems and human health. (NS) QID, STS


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University/College

East Carolina University http://www.ecu.edu/
School of Industry and Technology http://www.sit.ecu.edu/

Department/Program

Department of Environmental Health Sciences, Safety, and Technology http://www.ecu.edu/oehs/

Contact

Course

5020. Environmental Toxicology (3) P: EHST 5010, 5011; or consent of instructor. Effect of anthropogenic and naturally occurring toxins on environment. Toxin sources, distribution, and bioaccumulation. Covers pesticides, metals, solvents, radioactive isotopes, food additives, air pollutants, and natural plant/animal toxins.


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University/College

East Central University, Oklahoma  http://www.ecok.edu/
School of Mathematics and Sciences

Department/Program

Department of Environmental Health Science

Contact

Contact: Doug Weirick, dweirick@mailclerk.ecok.edu  (580) 332-8000, ext 548 P & ES building, Room 260

Course

EHS 3803 Environmental Toxicology. 3 hours - Prereq. 1113, 2613, and 3553, or departmental approval. A study of the poisonous or toxic properties of substances and the regulations and management practices for these chemicals.


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University/College

Eastern Kentucky University http://www.eku.edu/
Department of Environmental Health Sciences http://www.health.eku.edu/Ehs/default.htm

Contact

Johnson, Worley Jr Chair evhjohns@acs.eku.edu  (606)622-1940

Course

440 Environmental and Industrial Toxicology. Prerequisites: CHE 112 and EHS 280; or instructor approval. Health effects and nature of toxic substances with discussion of dose-response relationships, latency, target organs, and potential exposures in the environment.


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University/College

Eastern Michigan University http://www.emich.edu/

Department/Program

Department of Chemistry http://www.emich.edu/public/chemistry/chmhome.htm
Biochemistry/Toxicology http://www.emich.edu/public/chemistry/ugrad/biotox.htm

Contact

Dr. Steven Pernecky steve.pernecky@emich.edu   Campus/Local Address: Novel Instrumentation  225 Mark Jefferson  (734) 487-0383

Courses

CHEM 411 Toxicology I (2 hrs)An introduction to the principles and methods of toxicology. Special cases of toxic response including carcinogenesis, teratogenesis and mutagenesis, and the effects of radiation are discussed. Lecture: two hours per week. Prereq: CHEM 270 or CHEM 372.

CHEM 412 Toxicology II (2 hrs) Discussion of the metabolism of toxicants and their effect on specific organ systems; specific classes of toxicants and legal aspects of toxicology. Lecture: two hours per week.
Prereq: CHEM 411. Biochemistry recommended.

CHEM 413 Toxicology Laboratory (2 hrs) A lecture and laboratory covering the techniques employed in a toxicology laboratory including methods of calculation, interpretation and presentation of experimental data. The theory and practical aspects of toxicological procedures will be discussed. Lecture: one hour per week. Laboratory: three hours per week.
Prereq: CHEM 411. CHEM 281 recommended.

CHEM 414 Regulatory Toxicology. A lecture course that reviews the major environmental laws, building a framewrok for understanding their intent and application. Lecture: two hours per week. Prereq: CHEM 270 or CHEM 372.


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University/College

East Tennessee State http://www.etsu.edu/
College of Publican Allied Health http://www.etsu.edu/cpah/

Department/Program

Department of Environmental Health http://www.etsu.edu/cpah/environ.htm

Contact

Kurt Jay Maier maier@ETSU.Edu  (423) 439-5245 PO Box 70682

Contact

ENVH 4357/5357. Toxicology (3 credits) Prerequisite: CHEM 2010/2011 or permission of instructor. A study of the essentials of toxicology, including toxicity determinations and measurements, and biologic factors important in understanding toxicity. A review of toxic substances in air, water, foods, and the workplace with a consideration of exposure limits, their rationale and evaluation methods.


 

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University/College

Ferris State, MI  http://www.ferris.edu/
College of Allied Health Sciences http://www.ferris.edu/htmls/colleges/alliedhe/ 

Department/Program

Environment Health and Safety http://www.ferris.edu/htmls/colleges/alliedhe/IEHM/iehmhome.htm

Contact

Michael D. Ells, M.S. ellsm@ferris.edu  (231) 591-2295

Course

EHSM 375 Toxicology. Addresses the fundamental principles of toxicology as they apply to human health and the environment. Students will apply the fundamentals of chemistry and biology to classify toxic materials based on physical states and potential adverse effects. Dose-response curves, factors influencing toxicity, and mechanisms by which toxic materials affect the body will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on the application of toxicological data to establish occupational exposure limits and the area of risk communication. Prerequisite:BIOL 109, CHEM 124 or equivalent


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University/College

Illinois State University
http://www.ilstu.edu/
College of Applied Science and Technology http://www.cast.ilstu.edu/

Department/Program

Environmental Science http://www.cast.ilstu.edu/hsc/EnHealth/EHhome.htm

Contact

Program Coordinator:Ronczkowski, Paul J. pjroncz@ilstu.edu  (309) 438-8115 Felmley Hall Room 432

Course

249 ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY - MAT (107 or 119) and 108; CHE 140 and 141 or equiv; HPR 182 req. HSC maj only. Compucard charge optional Toxicants such as heavy metals, gases, vapors, dusts, pesticides, food additives, and their effects on health and environment.


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University/College

Indiana State University   http://web.indstate.edu/top/mainpage/
School of Health & Human Performance http://web.indstate.edu/hhp/Department of Health and Safety/

Department/Program

Environmental Health Program http://web.indstate.edu/hhp/

Contact

Eliezer Bermudez  (812)237-3077 ebermudez@indstate.edu 

Course

425 Toxicology--3 hours. Principles and theories of poisoning; the mode of action of toxic substances; physiological systems affecting mechanisms of occurrence; prevention, treatment, and analysis. Prerequisites: Life Sciences 102, 102L, Chemistry 106, 106L, or consent of instructor.


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University/College

Indiana University at Bloomington http://www.iub.edu/
School of Public and Environmental Affairs & College of Arts and Natural Sciences http://www.indiana.edu/~envsci/

Department/Program

B.S. Environmental Science Program http://www.indiana.edu/~envsci/

Contact

Diane Henshel  dhenshel@indiana.edu 

Course

E410 Introduction to Environmental Toxicology (3 cr.) P: SPEA E272 or H316; any biology course. Study of toxic mechanisms, pathology, and disease development resulting from exposure to biological and chemical agents in the environment.


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University/College

Indiana University of Pennsylvania  http://www.iup.edu/  College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics

Department/Program

Department of Biology http://www.iup.edu/biology/

Contact

Thomas Simmons  724-357-4898  tsimmons@iup.edu 

Course

BIOL 481 Study of uptake, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of environmental chemicals; mechanisms of their toxicity; and their effects on major organ systems. Knowledge of these topics will be applied to risk assessment procedures.


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University/College

Iowa State University  http://www.iastate.edu/
All Kinds of Different Colleges have Toxicology

Contact

AHRENS, FRANKLIN A., (515) 294-2440 Fax (515) 294-2315 fahrens@iastate.edu 

http://www.vetmed.iastate.edu/departments/bms/Faculty_Staff/faculty/Ahrens/Franklin.htm 

Course

500. Toxicology Seminar. (V Pth 500) (1-0) Cr. 1. F.S. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Presentation of current topics in toxicology by graduate students, faculty, and guest lecturers from off campus.

501. Principles of Toxicology. (V Pth 501, Zool 501) (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Biochemistry 404 or equivalent. Principles of toxicology governing entry, fate, and effects of toxicants on living systems. Includes toxicokinetics and foreign compound metabolism relative to toxification or detoxification. Fundamentals of foreign compound effects on metabolism, physiology, and morphology of different cell types, tissues, and organ systems.

502. Toxicology Methods. (V Pth 502, Zool 502) (0-6) Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered 1995. Prereq: 501. Provides demonstrations or laboratory experience in the application of methods used in toxicology, including safety procedures, calculation and data analysis, teratologic and morphologic evaluation, electrophysiologic measures, in vitro enzyme induction/biotransformation, neural and behavioral toxicology testing.

513. Ecological Toxicology. (A Ecl 513) See Animal Ecology.

519. Food Toxicology. (FS HN 519) See Food Science and Human Nutrition.

526. Veterinary Toxicology. (V Pth 526) (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: V Pth 542. Disease processes in animals caused by toxicants; use of differential diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

544. Aquatic Toxicology. (A Ecl 544) See Animal Ecology.

546. Clinical and Diagnostic Toxicology. (V Path 546) (0-3 to 0-9) Cr. 1 to 3. Prereq:

V Pth 526 or DVM degree. Advanced study of current problems and issues in toxicology. Emphasis on problem solving utilizing clinical, epidemiological, and laboratory resources.

555. Neurobehavioral Toxicology. (V Pth 555) (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered 1995. Prereq: V Pth 501. Advanced study of neurotoxicology and behavior. Emphasis on methods in neurobehavioral toxicology and the effects of a broad spectrum of neurotoxic agents.

641. Organic Pesticide Toxicology. (V Pth 641) (2-0) Cr. 2 Alt. F., offered 1995. Prereq: Courses in biochemistry and physiology. Organic pesticides as related to biologic effects in animals of economic importance, public health hazards, and environmental effects.

643. Natural Toxins. (V Pth 643) (1-6) Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered 1996. Prereq: Courses in biochemistry and physiology. Naturally occurring toxins in foods and feeds, poisonous plants and venoms.

645. Agricultural and Environmental Analytical Toxicology. (V Pth 645) (1-3) Cr. 2. F. Prereq: Chem 211, 322, Analysis and interpretation of toxicant residues in animal tissues, foods, water, soil, and other environmental specimens.

675. Insecticide Toxicology. (Ent 675) (2-3) Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered 1995. Prereq: Ent 655. Coats. Principles of insecticide toxicology; classification, mode of action, metabolism, and environmental effects of insecticides


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University/College

Kenyon College  http://www.kenyon.edu/
Natural Sciences Biology http://www2.kenyon.edu/depts/biology/

Contact

Dr. Wade H. Powell Molecular Biology, Environmental Toxicology Assistant Professor, Department of Biology Kenyon College Gambier, OH 43022 tel: 740-427-5396; fax: 740-427-5741 powellw@kenyon.edu 

Course

Environmental Toxicology
BIOL 333 (1/2 unit) Powell This course examines the effects of chemical contaminants on molecular, organism, and ecological systems. Topics include sources and movement of contaminants in the environment, basics of toxicity testing, mechanisms of contaminant effects, and ecological risk assessment. The course will use readings from standard texts, the popular press, and primary literature, placing particular emphasis on current experimental approaches and problem solving methods. Rather than surveying a wide variety of topics superficially, the course will concentrate on selected issues and stories that illustrate important contemporary issues in environmental toxicology. Prerequisite: Biol 113 or Biol 114 or permission of instructor.
Syllabus: http://biology.kenyon.edu/courses/biol333/BIOL333syl03.htm


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Marshall University  http://www.marshall.edu/

Different colleges have these courses some are graduate courses

Courses

FSC 608 Toxicology An in-depth discussion of drugs of abuse and forensic aspects of toxicology from the perspective of the forensic and medical examiner laboratories. Pharmacokinetics and dynamics of drugs are detailed. A survey of laboratory methods and instruments used for both presumptive and confirmatory testing of drugs and biological samples is featured.SFT651

Industrial Toxicology Description The course will emphasize the principles of toxicology, dose-response relationships, xenotoxins, the distribution of toxins and the storage of toxins. Since this is an introductory course in toxicology, it will emphasize an understanding of toxicology and concentrate on general principles and examples of these principles. The student will learn about toxicology concepts, dose-response relationship, how toxicants are absorbed, the distribution and storage of toxicants, the toxicology of target organs, teratogenesis, mutagenesis and carcinogenesis, and risk assessment. The course will provide the student with the knowledge necessary to make rational decisions about the toxicology of various agents Prerequisites SFT 454 or 554 or 647 or equivalent, Chemistry 211/212 and 217/218, Math 130

PHARMACOLOGY (PMC) 650 General Toxicology (3 hrs.) An in-depth presentation of the general principles and methods of toxicology. Mechanisms, distribution and organ system responses to toxins and methods of toxicological evaluation will be discussed. (PR: PMC 620 or consent of instructor)

Grade course MSF 526 Industrial Toxicology and Airborne Contamination in Mining Environments. (3 hrs) Principles of Toxicology: biochemistry, biological monitoring, biological transformation and chemical hazards. Properties, behavior, and measurement of airborne particles. Special topics: sampling and evaluating airborne asbestos dust. (PR: Module #1 of the Advanced Industrial Hygiene Program)

ES 673 Applied Environmental Toxicology (3 hrs) Acute effects irritation and sensitization, reproduction and teratology, mutagenesis, cancer, immuno-toxicology, neurotoxicology, pharmacokinetics and metabolism, and combustion toxicology. Toxicology testing, hazard assessment, regulations, and development of appropriate workplace exposure limits. (PR: Strong background in science, including organic chemistry and biology, or equivalent field experience)


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University/College

Marymount University of Arlington, VA  http://www.marymount.edu/
School of Arts and Sciences http://www.marymount.edu/academic/artandsci/index.html

Department/Program

Department of Biology and Physical Sciences http://www.marymount.edu/academic/artandsci/biology/

Contact

Jason Kelsey (703) 284-1639 jkelsey@phoenix.marymount.edu  Homepage: http://phoenix.marymount. edu/~jkelsey/

Course

BIO 351 Environmental Toxicology - A study of toxins in natural environments and their effects on humans, animals, plants, and microorganisms. Basic principles of toxicology and risk assessment are also discussed. Prerequisites: BIO 152 and PSC 222. (3)


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University/College

Michigan State University  http://www.msu.edu/home/
College of Human Medicine http://www.chm.msu.edu/chmhome/index.htm

Department/Program

Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology http://www.phmtox.msu.edu/

Contact

Emmett Braselton (517) 355-7441 braselton@ahdl.msu.edu

Course

Course: PHM 450 Introduction to Chemical Toxicology. Semester: Spring of every year. Credits: Total Credits: 3. Lecture/Recitation/Discussion Hours: 3 - 3(3-0). Prerequisite: (BS 110 or LBS 144) and (BS 111 or LBS 145) and (CEM 251).


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University/College

Missouri Southern University  http://www.mssc.edu/
MSSC Biology & Environmental Health http://www.mssc.edu/biology/

Contact

DR. WILLIAM (BILL) BLACK  black-w@mail.mssc.edu  RH-322A, ext. 9534

Course

Eht 371 (S) 2 h Toxicology. An introduction to toxicants which threaten the health of humans. Three lectures per week. Prerequisite: Bio 221.


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University/College

New Mexico State University  http://www.nmsu.edu/
College of Arts and Sciences http://www.nmsu.edu/

Department/Program

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry http://www.chemistry.nmsu.edu/

Contact

MUELLER, WOLFGANG SALLENAVE, ROSSANA STRICKLAND, JAMES R.

Course(s)

TOX 361. Basic Toxicology 3 cr. - Introduction to the principles of toxicology, discussion of toxic agents, environmental problems, testing procedures, and regulations. Prior course work in biology and chemistry recommended. Prerequisites: CHEM 112, CHEM 114 or CHEM 110G. BIOL 111G or BIOL 211G recommended. Same as E S 361.

TOX 423. Environmental Toxicology 3 cr. - Toxicological tests required by the EPA to determine human and environmental safety of pesticides and industrial pollutants; discussion of environmental fate of major pesticide classes and industrial pollutants. Prerequisite: TOX 361 or TOX 461.

TOX 453. Regulatory Toxicology 2 cr. - Laws and regulations governing production, use and disposal of toxic or hazardous materials. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Same as E S 453.

TOX 461. Toxicology I 3 cr. - Same as ANSC 461.


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University/College

North Carolina State University http://www.ncsu.edu/
College of Agriculture & Life Sciences

Department/Program


Department of Environmental & Molecular Toxicology http://www.tox.ncsu.edu/index.htm

Contact

Dr. Chris Hofelt c_hofelt@ncsu.edu (Director of Undergraduate Programs)

Course(s)

TOX 401 - Principles of Toxicology. Prerequisites: CH 220 or CH 221, BIO 125 or BIO 181.  Introduces students to the basic principles of toxicology. Will cover the history and scope of the field; absorption, distribution, metabolism and elimination of toxicants; types and mechanisms of toxic action; carcinogenesis; environmental toxicology as well as human and ecological risk assessment.
Syllabus


TOX 415 - Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry. Provides students with an appreciation and understanding of the principles of environmental toxicology and chemistry including the sources, fate, and effects of chemicals in the environment. Emphasis is on contemporary problems in human health and the environment.
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TOX 490 - Environmental Toxicology Seminar. Students who are earning a minor in Environmental Toxicology or a Major in Environmental Technology need exposure to current research topics in the field. This course is designed to have invited lectures on topics of importance and current interest, and to have students perform a literature review of a topic and present a brief seminar to the class. The class also will provide students with instruction on how to prepare and deliver scientific presentations.

TOX 499 - Undergraduate Research in Toxicology.  Students interested in completing research in Toxicology should only register for TOX 499 if they have a faculty member in our department that has agreed to take them on for the semester.


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University/College

Ohio University  http://www.ohiou.edu/
School of Health Sciences http://www.ohiou.edu/healthsciences/

Department/Program

Environmental Health Science Program http://www.ohiou.edu/healthsciences/iheh/index.html

Contact

KEVIN CRIST (740)593-4751 cristk@oak.cats.ohiou.edu  G rover Cente E344 Athens OH United States

Course

401 Toxicological Effects of Hazardous Materials (4) - Prereq: 200. Basic toxicology of hazardous dusts fumes, vapors, gases, and liquids found in the workplace. Techniques necessary to recognize evaluate, and control exposure to organic solvents, metals, asbestos, lead, radon, and other substances will be introduced. 4 lec.


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University/College

Old Dominion University  http://www.odu.edu/
College of Health Sciences http://web.odu.edu/hs/cohs/cohs.htm

Department/Program

Environmental Health http://web.odu.edu/ao/admissions/academic_programs/envhealth.htm

Contact

Program Director: James English B.jenglish@odu.edu  (757) 683-3589 or 683-6010

Course

443/543. Principles of Toxicology. Lecture 3 hours; 3 credits. Prerequisite: junior standing and BIOL 190. An introduction to the fundamentals of toxicology with emphasis on the interaction of environmental and industrial chemicals with man.


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University/College

Oregon State University  http://www.osu.orst.edu/
College of Agricultural Sciences Department of Environmental and Molecular Toxicology http://www.emt.orst.edu/

Contact

Head of Department:Lawrence Curtis Larry.Curtis@orst.edu (541) 737-3791

Course

TOX 411. FUNDAMENTALS OF TOXICOLOGY. Concepts defining the adverse effects of chemicals on biological systems. COREQ: BB 490, BB 550. Must be taken in order. TOX 511: Introduction to the discipline of Toxicology. Examination of the basic conepts that define how chemicals are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and eliminated by the body. Overview of associated dose/response relations. TOX 512: Holistic perspecties on the effects produced by chemicals in biological systems.


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University/College

Purdue University http://www.purdue.edu/
School of Health Sciences http://www.healthsciences.purdue.edu/ 

Department/Program

Environmental Health Sciences Undergraduate Major http://www.healthsciences.purdue.edu/undergrad/majors/ehs.html

Contact

Gary P. Carlson, Ph.D. Contact Information Office: (765) 494-1412 Fax: (765) 494-1414 Office Address: School of Health Sciences 1338 Civil Engineering Building West Lafayette, IN 47907-1338 gcarlson@purdue.edu 

Courses

HSCI 459 - Clinical Toxicology 05/15/1980 – Present Credits: 1.00 to 10.00 Class Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0 Usually Offered: Summer, Fall, Spring Short Title: Clinical Toxicology Description: The course description is currently unavailable. School: School Of Health Sciences Department: Health Sciences Repeatable for Credit: This course may be repeated for credit. Credit By Exam: Credit by examination is not available for this course.Pre/Corequisites None

HSCI 560 - Toxicology Information Effective: 08/19/1996 – Present Credits: 3.00 Class Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Usually Offered: Fall Short Title: Toxicology Description: The course description is currently unavailable. School: School Of Health Sciences Department: Health Sciences Credit By Exam: Credit by examination is not available for this course. Pre/Corequisites: None currently on file.


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University/College

Rider University
http://www.rider.edu/
Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Contact

Chair: John E. Sheats Office: S-336D Science Hall (609) 895-5413 Fax: (609) 895-5782 sheats@rider.edu 

Course

ENV-350 Environmental Toxicology. 3 Credits. Three lectures per week. Spring only. Prerequisites: ENV-100, CHE-211, BIO-115, BIO-116, or permission of instructor A comprehensive study of the important principles of toxicology, including the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of toxic substances. Target organ systems will be discussed, as well as mechanisms of carcinogenesis and teratogenesis. Specific groups of toxins to be discussed include pesticides, metals, radiation, organic solvents and vapors, and plant and animal toxins.


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St. John's University  http://www.stjohns.edu/pls/portal30/sjudev.school.adminhome
College of Pharmacy and Allied Health Professions
http://www.stjohns.edu/pls/portal30/sjudev.school.pharmacy

Department/Program

Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences / B.S. Toxicology Program http://www.stjohns.edu/pls/portal30/sjudev.school.home?p_siteid=37&p_navbar=110&p_id=50128 

Contact

Louis Trombetta, Ph.D., Chair trombetl@stjohns.edu (718) 990-6025

Courses

2403 Current Issue in Toxicology - Toxicology is the science concerned with understanding the nature of toxic chemicals and how they interact with living organisms. Public issues and controversies where toxic chemicals are involved are studied in respect to the social, political, and scientific values that impinge on their resolution. Lecture 3 hours.

3405/3406 Principles of Toxicology I;II. An introduction to toxicology with emphasis on material involved as well as system affected. A discussion of the classification of poisons and of the preventative aspects. Lecture, 4 hours. Credit: 4 semester hours.


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Salisbury University  http://www.ssu.edu/
Henson School of Science and Technology Environmental Health Science
http://henson1.salisbury.edu/~eavenso/envh.htm

Contact

Wagner, Vaughn E vewagner@salisbury.edu 410-677-5325

Course

425. TOXICOLOGY 3 hours credit Introduction to basic principles, history and scope of modern toxicology, and to the effects and to the mechanisms of toxicants. Includes applications to risk assessment, regulations and industry. Cross-listed with BIOL 425. May not be taken for credit if student has credit for BIOL 425. Prerequisites: Junior standing, eight hours of chemistry, eight hours of biology, or consent of instructor. Three hours lecture per week.


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San Francisco University  http://www.ucsf.edu/ 
School of Nursing http://nurseweb.ucsf.edu/

Department/Program

Occupational and Environmental Health Nursing Program http://nurseweb.ucsf.edu/www/coeh.htm

Contact

Name: JEWELL Sarah Email: saj@itsa.ucsf.edu  (415) 206-8998 Campus Phone: (415) 206-3055 Campus Phone 2: (415) 206-5391 Fax: (415) 206-6073 Campus Address: Box 1378, SFGH 9 200 \Department: Occupational Medicine Title: Assoc Clin Prof

Course

Industrial Toxicology M180 2 Thu 10-12 Jewell


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University/College

Spelman College http://www.spelman.edu/index.html

College/Division

Division of Science and Mathematics

Department/Program


Department of Chemistry
Natural Sciences Major: Environmental Science Concentration

Contact

Gladys S. Bayse, Ph.D., Professor of Chemistry
(404) 223-7602
gbayse@spelman.edu

Course

CHEM/ES 411 Toxicology (3)
Prerequisites: BIO 112, CHEM 232. Lecture and discussion three hours per week.
A course in the chemistry and biochemistry of toxic substances, including their detection, mechanism of action, and effects on the body. Classes of toxicants and the enzyme systems by which they are metabolized will be discussed, distinguishing between detoxification and bioactivation.

 


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Texas A&M University  http://www.tamu.edu/
College of Veterinary Medicine http://www.cvm.tamu.edu/ 

Department/Program

Veterinary Physiology & Pharmacology (VTPP) http://www.cvm.tamu.edu/vtpp/

Contact

KENNETH S. RAMOS, Ph.D. Professor, VTPP and Medical Physiology, TAMU Vice-Chair, Faculty of Toxicology Director, Center for Environmental and Rural Health Email: kramos@cvm.tamu.edu

Courses

Introduction to Toxicology. (3-0). Credits 3. II An overview of toxicology with emphasis on environmental, human and animal health issues. Prerequisite: VTPP 423,425 or approval of instructor.

430. Laboratory in Toxicology. (3-0). Credits 3. II Practical exercises in toxicity testing. Prerequisite: VTPP 429.

431. Clinical Toxicology. (3-0). Credits 3. An introduction to human clinical toxicology with an emphasis on the diagnosis and treatment of chemically-induced disease; selected classes of chemicals and drugs encountered in modern American society. Prerequisite: VTPP 423,425 or approval of instructor.


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University of Arizona   http://www.arizona.edu/
College of Pharmacy http://www.pharmacy.arizona.edu/ 

Department/Program

Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology http://toxcenter.pharmacy.arizona.edu/

Contact

Charlene A. McQueen mcqueen@Pharmacy.Arizona.EDU  (520) 626-5429

Courses

PCOL 195B -- Toxicology: The Poisons Around Us (1 unit). Description: Open discussion about the basic concepts of toxicology and some case studies. Case studies will be used to stimulate dialogue about specific areas of toxicology. Finally, the student will be asked to critique a toxic event that has occurred in Tucson. This is a First-Year Colloquium Course. Usually offered: Fall.

PCOL 302 -- Introduction to Environmental Toxicology (3 units). Description: Basic concepts in chemical exposure, metabolism, target organ toxicity, human risk, carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, and teratogenicity. Description of health effects for selected chemicals. Prerequisite(s): two semesters of biology and chemistry. Identical to: SWES 302. Usually offered: Spring.

PCOL 474 -- Clinical Toxicology (2 units). Description: Prevention, characteristics, diagnosis and rational management of diseases caused by drug overdose, toxic household products, poisonous plants, venomous animals, environmental and industrial toxicants. Prerequisite(s): PCOL 472 (Nursing students only); PCOL 471C required. May be convened with: PCOL 574. Usually offered: Spring.


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University/College

University of California at Davis  http://www.ucdavis.edu/
College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences http://www.aes.ucdavis.edu/ 

Department/Program

Environmental Toxicology http://www.envtox.ucdavis.edu/

Contact

Chair Miller Marion (530) 752-4526 mgmiller@ucdavis.edu 

Course

ETX 10, Introduction to Toxicology. Study of some natural and man-made toxic substances in personal, occupational, community, and global environments. Emphasis is on occurrence, properties, and effects of toxic substances. Biological and physical factors that alter the fate of substances are described. 3 units _ Spring Quarter (Tjeerdema)

ETX 92, Internship. Work experience off and on campus in all subject areas offered in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. Internships supervised by a member of the faculty. P/NP grading only. 1-12 units (Staff).

ETX 112B, Toxicants in the Environment. Continuation of 112A. A lecture and laboratory course. Toxic chemicals - primarily pollutants - in the environment; concepts and techniques of sampling, detecting, and measuring toxicants of current concern; collection, interpretation, and use of analytical data. 4 units _ Spring Quarter (Shibamoto

ETX 114A, Biological Effects of Toxicants. A lecture course explaining the biological effects of toxic substances in living organisms. Topics covered are metabolism, cellular and tissue targets, mechanisms of action, and pathological effects. 3 units _ Winter Quarter (Rice).

ETX 127, Environmental Stress and Development in Marine Organisms. This new course is a lecture/laboratory course at UCD's beautiful Bodega Marine Laboratory that emphasizes undergraduate research using state-of the-art techniques in cell and developmental biology. After 2 weeks of lectures and labs, students will conduct their own research project. The focus is on how natural and human-derived environmental stressors (including nutritional status and exposure via diet) impact fertilization, embryo development and larval survival. 10 units Summer Session (Cherr). Same as Nutrition 127.

ETX 128, Food Toxicology. The chemistry and biochemistry of toxins occurring in foods, including plant and animal toxins, intentional and unintentional food additives. The assessment of food safety and toxic hazards. 3 units _ Spring Quarter (Mitchell). Same as Food Science and Technology 128.

ETX 130A-E, Selected Topics in Environmental Toxicology. Selected topics of current interest in environmental toxicology. Topics may vary each time the course is offered and will emphasize such areas as microbiology of toxic substances, poisonous plants and animals, toxic substances in food, chemical ecology, and safe handling of toxic substances. 3 units (Staff

ETX 131, Air Pollutants and Inhalation Toxicology. Toxicology of air pollutants in the ambient and occupational environments. Environmental fates, biological effects, pulmonary responses, and air quality criteria and standards for these pollutants. 3 units _ Winter Quarter (Kado).

ETX 135, Health Risk Assessment of Toxicants. Current practices of health risk assessment of environmental chemicals using toxicological principles and their application to regulatory control of these chemicals. 3 units _ Fall Quarter (Reed).

ETX 138, Legal Aspects of Environmental Toxicology. Federal and California legislation concerning air and water pollution, pesticide use, food and feed additives, consumer protection, and occupational exposure to toxic substances; roles of Federal regulatory agencies; alternatives to governmental control. 3 units _ Winter Quarter (Stimmann).

ETX 146, Exposure and Dose Assessment. This course addresses the exposure component of risk assessment. Specifically, it deals with the presence and/or formation of toxic substances in environmental media, their movement within and between contaminated media, and the contacts of humans with those media. 3 units _ Winter Quarter (Shibamoto).

ETX 190, Seminar. Selected topics presented by students, faculty, or outside speakers on current research and instruction activities in environmental toxicology. Reports and discussion about oral and written presentations, literature sources, and career opportunities. 1 unit (Staff).

ETX 190C, Research Group Conference. Weekly conference of advanced research methods and the interpretation of research results. 1 unit (Staff).

ETX 192, Internship. Advanced students obtain work-learn experience off and on campus in studies in environmental toxicology. Internships are supervised by a member of the faculty. 1-12 units (Staff).

ETX 194HA-HB-HC, Honors Research. Specific research project conducted under the supervision of a faculty sponsor. Experience to include experimental design, learning new techniques, data analysis and interpretation of findings. Results to be summarized in a final report in a scientific journal format. Project should span 2-3 quarters for a minimum total of 6 units. (Staff).

ETX 197T, Tutoring in Environmental Toxicology. Teaching toxicology, to include conducting discussion groups for regular departmental courses under direct guidance of staff. 1-5 units (Staff).

ETX 198, Directed Group Study. A course to pursue further study in the field of environmental toxicology before graduation. 1-5 units (Staff).

ETX 199, Special Study for Advanced Undergraduates. 1-5 units (Staff).


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University of Connecticut  http://www.uconn.edu/
Toxicology Program at the University of Connecticut http://pharmacy.uconn.edu/departments_programs/Tox/default.htm

John B. Morris Ph.D. Professor of Toxicology Program Director e-mail: John.Morris@uconn.edu 


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University of Georgia  http://www.uga.edu/ 
The College of Agricultural and Environmental Science

Contact

Environmental Health Department Jeffrey Fisher 706-542-2454 jwfisher@arches.uga.edu 

Course

EHSC 4490/6490. Environmental Toxicology . Oasis Title: ENVIRON TOXICOLOGY. Undergraduate prerequisite: CHEM 2211 and CHEM 2211L and (BIOL 1104-1104L or BIOL 1108-1108L). Extent and significance of toxic agents in the environment, and the physical, chemical, and biological processes which determine their behavior, fate, and ultimate effect on human health. Offered fall and spring semesters every year


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University of Kansas  http://www.ku.edu/
School of Pharmacy http://www.pharm.ukans.edu/dean/index.htm

Department/Program

Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology http://www.pharm.ukans.edu/pharmtox/index.html

Contact

Elias K. Michaelis Professor and Chair emichaelis@ku.edu (785) 864-4001 B.S., 1966, Fairleigh Dickinson University; M.D., 1969, St. Louis University;Ph.D., 1973, University of Kentucky

Courses

P&TX 627 Toxicology (2).General principals of toxicology, treatment, and management of accidental poisoning, and current topics of interest. Prerequisite: P&TX 625. 00 12 11

P&TX 698 Library Problems in Pharmacology and Toxicology (1-5).Original library review of a limited special topic in pharmacology and toxicology. The student will write a review in his or her report. This course may count toward pharmacology and toxicology requirements in the School of Pharmacy. Prerequisite: P&TX 635 and consent of instructor. 30 12 11


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University/College

University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey  http://www.umdnj.edu/homepage/index.html
School of Health related Professions http://shrp.umdnj.edu/index.htm

Department/Program

Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences Program: Toxicology Program http://shrp.umdnj.edu/catalog/Clinical_Laboratory_Sciences/index-tx.htm

Contact

Chairperson and Toxicology Program Director: Rita M. Turkall, PhD turkalrm@umdnj.edu  (973) 972-5577 or (973) 972-5578

Course

TOXC4110 Toxic Agents 3 Credits
Classroom instruction in the major classes of toxic agents emphasizing the role of chemical and/or physical properties of the agents in producing their characteristic toxicity and identifying factors which may modify this outcome. Selected Topics include radioactive materials, pesticides, metals, solvents, air pollutants, and drugs. (Lecture hours 45)

TOXC4115 Organ System Toxicities 3 Credits
Classroom instruction in organ and physiologic system dysfunction following exposure to toxic agents with emphasis on diagnostic techniques. Selected Topics include: genotoxicity, carcinogenicity, teratology; toxicity of the central nervous, reproductive, respiratory and hematologic systems; hepatic and renal toxicity. (Lecture hours 45)

TOXC4220 Principles of Pharmacology for the Toxicologist 4 Credits
Classroom instruction and student laboratory practice in fundamental pharmacologic principles applied to toxicology including the receptor concept, dose-response relationship, fate of chemicals in the body, kinetics and factors influencing toxic responses. Emphasis on design and interpretation of toxicity tests with execution and analysis of selected tests. Prerequisites: TOXC4110 and TOXC4115. (Lecture hours 45; Laboratory hours 50)

TOXC4239 Clinical Toxicology 3 Credits
Classroom instruction and student laboratory practice introducing the application of analytical methodologies for the identification and quantitation of drugs and exogenous chemicals in human body fluids. (Lecture hours 16; Laboratory hours 100)

TOXC4241 Forensic Toxicology 1 Credit
Classroom instruction in the medicolegal aspects of exogenous chemical involvement in human fatalities. (Lecture hours 16)

TOXC4250 Pathology for Toxicologists 4 Credits
The course provides classroom instruction and student laboratory practice in the basic concepts of disease mechanisms and processes particularly as they relate to injury from toxic agents. It includes emphasis on gross and microscopic examination of fresh and fixed fluid, cell and tissue samples from mammalian species commonly used in toxicological evaluation. Prerequisite: TOXC4115. (Lecture hours 45; Laboratory hours 30)

TOXC4291 Research in Toxicology I 2 Credits
Independent study in toxicology is provided under faculty supervision. This includes instruction in experimental design and methodologies and techniques of literature review and submission of a written research proposal. (Lecture hours 8; Independent Study hours 90)

TOXC4339 Clinical Toxicology Internship 4 Credits
Clinical practice in a clinical toxicology laboratory including specimen handling and analysis, reporting and documentation requirements and quality control. Prerequisite: TOXC4239. (Clinical hours 224)

TOXC4349 Forensic Toxicology Internship 1 Credit
The course includes clinical practice in the application of analytical techniques to identify exogenous chemicals in selected forensic specimens including procedures for specimen collection, handling, documentation and data reporting. Chain of evidence and correlation of analytical results with auTopsy findings are presented in a case study approach. Prerequisites: TOXC4239 and TOXC4241. (Clinical hours 56)

TOXC4370 Regulatory Toxicology 2 Credits
Classroom presentation are included on federal, state and local governmental approaches and programs for controlling exposure to toxic chemicals. Identification of legislation and agencies involved in the regulation of a chemical categories including food, drugs, cosmetics, pesticides, industrial chemicals, air and water pollutants and hazardous wastes. The use of toxicologic data by regulators and the impact of regulatory requirements on toxicology studies are discussed. Strategies for computerized information access are presented. (Lecture hours 30)

TOXC4380 Toxicology Seminar 2 Credits
Students present and discuss current Topics in the toxicology profession as well as results of student research projects. Students obtain practice in organization of materials for oral, written or poster presentation.(TOXC4291, TOXC4399). Corequisite: TOXC4399. (Lecture hours 30)

TOXC4399 Research in Toxicology II 4 Credits
Continuation of TOXC4291 including experimentation, data interpretation and reporting. Prerequisite: TOXC4291. (Lecture hours 4; Independent Study hours 225)

TOXC4469 Industrial Externship 4 Credits
Clinical practice in the application of testing procedures to determine the safety of industrial products. A variety of techniques and responsibilities may be covered including acute and chronic animal testing, pathology assessment, special toxicity testing, data processing, quality assurance auditing and compliance with federal regulations. Student interest and industrial facility function determine individual externship content. (Clinical hours 350)


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University/College

University of Mississippi http://www.olemiss.edu/
School of Pharmacy http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/pharm_school/ 

Department/Program

Environmental Toxicology Research Program--The University of Mississippi http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/pharmacology/etrp/index.html

Contact

WILLETT, Dr KRISTINE L ASSIST PROF OF PHARMACOLOGY AND RES ASSIST PROF, RIPS PHARMACOLOGY 915-6691 315 FASER HALL kwillett@olemiss.edu

Course

INTRO TOXICOLOGY Department Code: 8628 Course: PHCL381 Instructor: MS WILLETT
GENERAL TOXICOLOGY I Department Code: 8344Course:PHCL675 Instructor: MS WILLETT


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University of Scranton, PA  http://matrix.scranton.edu/
College of Arts and Natural Sciences http://matrix.scranton.edu/academics/ac_sc_artssci.shtml

Department/Program

Department of Chemistry http://academic.scranton.edu/department/chemistry 

Contact

Tim Foley  Foley2@Uof S.edu (570) 941-7511

Course

Chemistry 352 Chemical Toxicology - The nature, mode of action and methods of counteracting substances which had an adverse effect on biological systems, especially human. Medical, industrial and environmental forensic aspects will be discussed.


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University/College

University of Texas
College of Pharmacy  http://www.utexas.edu/pharmacy/ 

Courses

Graduate courses 62L. Clinical Toxicology. A course in toxicology that focuses on common poisons and their management; designed for pharmacy students planning to enter general practice. Pharmacy 362L and 362M may not both be counted. Prerequisite: Pharmacy 352C (or 452C) and 152P.

362M. Toxicology of Drugs and Chemicals. Designed for students in basic pharmaceutical sciences. A course in toxicology that focuses on mechanisms of toxic drugs and on toxicology testing. Pharmacy 362L and 362M may not both be counted. Prerequisite: Credit or registration for Pharmacy 365E, 565F (or credit for 265F and 365G), and 165P.


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University of Washington  http://www.washington.edu/
College of Public Health http://depts.washington.edu/sphcm/

Department/Program

Department of Environmental Health http://depts.washington.edu/envhlth/

Contact

Terrance J. Kavanagh, Ph.D. tjkav@u.washington.edu (206) 685-8479 4225 Roosevelt Way NE #100 Box 354695 Seattle, WA 98105-6099

Course

ENV H 514 Environmental and Occupational Toxicology I (3) Omiecinski, Xia
Major topical areas in human and environmental toxicology, including the biochemical, cellular, and physiological mechanisms by which chemicals produce toxic responses; the toxicology of the major classes of chemicals; principles of toxicity testing; interpretation of toxicological data. Prerequisite: BIOL 212, BIOC 440, or permission of instructor. Offered: A. ENV II and III also offered


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University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire  http://www.uwec.edu/
Biology Department http://www.uwec.edu/Academic/Biology/biology.html

Department/Program

Environmental Health http://www.uwec.edu/ah//enph/bachelor.html

Contact

Gabel, Christine L gabelcl@uwec.edu  (715) 836-4512

Course

490 /690 Environmental Toxicology. 3 crs (3-0). F. P: BIOL 102, ENPH 210, CHEM 321 or consent of instructor Examination of the principles, theories, and application of environmental toxicology by exploring and integrating multiple functional levels of the science including: chemical, molecular, cellular, physiological, environmental, and ecological levels.


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University of Wisconsin, Madison  http://www.wisc.edu/
School of Pharmacy http://www.wisc.edu/

Department/Program

B.S. Program in Pharmacology and Toxicology Program http://www.wisc.edu/

Contact

Mellon, William S, Division Chair, Pharmaceutical Sciences Division WSMellon@facstaff.wisc.edu , (608) 262-3196

Courses

625 Toxicology I. (Crosslisted with Env Tox, Medicine, Oncology, Path, Phmcol-M, Prev Med, Ahabs) I; 3 cr (B-A). Basic principles of toxicology and biochemical mechanisms of toxicity in mammalian species and man. Correlation between morphological and functional changes caused by toxicants in different organs of the body. P: Biochem 501 & Physiol 335 or cons inst. Path 401 & Phmcol 401 or equiv recommended.

626 Toxicology II. (Crosslisted with Env Tox, Medicine, Path, Phmcol-M, Prev Med, Ahabs) II; 3 cr (B-A). A course surveying the basic methods and fundamental biochemical mechanisms of toxicity. Toxicity in mammalian organ systems, techniques for evaluating toxicity, as well as mechanisms of species specificity, and environmental interactions (with toxicant examples) are presented. P: Env Tox 625 or cons inst.


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University/College

Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University   http://www.vt.edu/ 

Courses

VETERINARY TOXICOLOGY VM 8424/VMS 5254
Toxic agents, mechanisms of action, toxicoses, and treatments, especially as related to domestic and wild animals. Principles of toxicity testing and clinical diagnosis. Pre: second-year standing in the DVM curriculum or ALS 5304 or equivalent. (2H, 2C)
Syllabus http://education.vetmed.vt.edu/Curriculum/local/overview/syllabi/S4/8424-5254.html

TOXICOLOGY OF POISONOUS PLANTS AFFECTING LIVESTOCK VM 9114 CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION Course Description: Toxicoses in farm animals caused by common, important poisonous plants found in North America. Plant descriptions, a study of the toxic principles involved presented by the body systems affected and treatment measures to be taken when animals become ill. Principles of prevention and client education are also emphasized. Pre: third-year standing in the DVM curriculum. (1H, 1C)
http://education.vetmed.vt.edu/Curriculum/local/overview/syllabi/S4/9114.html


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University/College

Western Carolina Unversity  http://www.wcu.edu/
College of Health Sciences http://www.wcu.edu/aps/

Department/Program

Health Science http://www.wcu.edu/aps/healthsciences.htm

Contact

Gary Smith SMITHG@wcu.edu  828-227-3506 Moore 132

Course

375 Environmental Toxicology (3). The monitoring, effects, and control of toxic materials in the environment. Mechanisms of action of toxic chemicals in humans and other organisms. PREQ: 230; CHEM 133; and BIOL 292.


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University/College

Wright State University  http://www.wright.edu/
Biological Sciences http://biology.wright.edu/ 

Contact

Dr. Wayne W. Carmichael wayne.carmichael@wright.edu  (937)775-3173 025a Fawcett Hall

Course

415-4 Environmental Toxicology. Covers toxicological problems encountered in the field of environmental health. Emphasis on monitoring, control, and regulation of toxic substances in air and water and in industrial environments. Completion of a course in physiology and in organic chemistry required.


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