BIOE 504 - Basic Toxicology (3)

Examination of the basics of applied toxicology for the non-technician. Course covers experimental toxicology definitions, biochemical mechanisms, and signs of exposure and insult. Includes an overview of how toxic materials enter the body, how they interact with the body, and how they are eliminated. Students learn specific toxic effects of metals, pesticides, and solvents. Meets a requirement in the biology or general science teaching field of the MSE-FYNT program. Prereq: ENVM 501 or permission of the department. Offered: Fall.