PHARM 203 - Introduction to Pharmacology 1

3 units (fi 6)(FIRST, 3-0-0)

Introduces students to fundamental principles of pharmacology that will form the basis for future pharmacotherapy courses. Core concepts of pharmacology, including theoretical aspects of drug-receptor interaction, dose-dependence of drug action, and the effects of drugs on nervous and cardiovascularl systems will be covered. (Restricted to Pharmacy students).

PHARM 564 - Toxicology of Pharmaceutical Agents and Related Xenobiotics

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-1S-0)

Biochemical and molecular mechanisms of drug-induced damage. Key concepts include toxicological principles, toxicokinetics, toxic responses, bioactivation of drugs to toxic metabolites, organ directed toxicity, immunotoxicology, and receptor-mediated toxicity. Specialized topics include clinical and medical toxicology, forensic toxicology, pharmacoepidemiology related to drug toxicity, safety assessment of pharmaceutical agents, and environmental toxicology. Prerequisite: Consent of Faculty.

PHARM 566 - Cellular Aspects of Drug Delivery and Targets

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-1S-0)

The goals of this course are to discuss fundamental topics in cell and molecular biology and introduce students to important concepts in cellular structure and function as they relate to the design and development of novel drugs. Drug targets for macromolecules, including vaccines, proteins and genetic material will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Consent of Faculty.

PHARM 401 - Toxicology

3 units (fi 6)(SECOND, 3-0-0)

Provides students with fundamental knowledge of toxicology of prescription and non-prescription medications and substances with misuse potential. Clinical relevance of toxicology will be explored through the examination of drug toxicity to specific target organs and approaches to managing poisoning and adverse drug reactions. (Restricted to Pharmacy students.)

PHARM 573 - Analytical Techniques in Pharmaceutical Sciences

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-3)

The course emphasizes the key skills required to study and explore recent trends in pharmaceutical analysis and the latest analytical technologies. The core analytical techniques such as chromatography, LC-MS, ELISA, and, electrophoresis will be discussed in detail along with hands-on experience during laboratory sessions. Prerequisite: PHARM 570 or consent of the Faculty. Offered alternate years.