PHARM 204 - Anatomy and Physiology for Pharmacy

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

Provides students with a fundamental understanding of human anatomy relevant to pharmacy practice using a system-based approach. Core concepts include human anatomy and anatomical function including physiology and pathophysiology within the context of drug action. (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 233 - Introduction to Pharmacology 2

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

Building on pharmacology fundamentals introduced in Pharm 203, students will continue learning fundamental principles of pharmacology that affect other organ systems, as well as core concepts on the mechanisms of action for drugs including those used in the treatment of various diseases. (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.