A consideration of transport mechanisms primarily from the physiological rather than biochemical viewpoint. Major models considered are the erythrocyte and a variety of epithelia from vertebrates. Designed for advanced undergraduate and graduate students. Offered in alternate years. Prerequisites: PHYSL 212 and 214, or 210, or ZOOL 241 and 242.

Advanced course focusing on specific aspects of the physiological regulation of lipid and lipoprotein metabolism. Topics include the transcriptional and post-translational mechanisms governing the synthesis and degradation of important enzymes, lipids, and lipid transport molecules; the role of lipid mediators in signaling pathways and protein modification; the assembly and dynamics of lipoproteins and biological membranes; genetic disruptions of lipid regulatory proteins such as cell surface receptors leading to human disease. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of B- in PHYSL 210 or 212/214 or consent of Department. Lectures are the same as for PHYSL 455, but with additional assignments and evaluation appropriate to graduate studies. This course may not be taken for credit if credit has already been obtained in PHYSL 455.

This discussion course will provide an opportunity for Provisional PhD candidates in the Department of Physiology, prior to their candidacy examination, to research, present and critique publications in areas relevant to their research, but not their own research. Graded on a pass/fail basis. Prerequisite: consent of Department. Open to MSc students in the Department of Physiology.

A credit/no-credit course for graduate students who are actively participating in the mentorship of undergraduate students in a half term research course (e.g. PHYSL 461 or 468) in the Department of Physiology. Mentorship includes activities such as in-lab supervision, training, and help with reports and presentations. Can be taken in any year and Spring/Summer session. Credit may be obtained more than once. Requires the submission of an initial project summary with student learning objectives, monthly progress and final reports. This course cannot be used to satisfy course requirements of the Physiology Graduate Programs. Prerequisite: Consent of the Department of Physiology and the student's supervisor.

A credit/no-credit course for graduate students who are actively participating in the mentorship of undergraduate students in a full-term research course (e.g. PHYSL 467; 468/469) in the Department of Physiology. Mentorship includes activities such as in-lab supervision, training, and help with reports and presentations. Can be taken in any year. Credit may be obtained more than once. Requires the submission of an initial project summary with student learning objectives, monthly progress and final reports. This course cannot be used to satisfy course requirements of the Physiology Graduate Programs. Prerequisite: Consent of the Department of Physiology and the student's supervisor.

A credit/no-credit course for graduate students who are actively participating in the mentorship of undergraduate students in a full-term research course (e.g. PHYSL 467; 468/469) in the Department of Physiology. Mentorship includes activities such as in-lab supervision, training, and help with reports and presentations. Can be taken in any year. Credit may be obtained more than once. Requires the submission of an initial project summary with student learning objectives, monthly progress and final reports. This course cannot be used to satisfy course requirements of the Physiology Graduate Programs. Prerequisite: Consent of the Department of Physiology and the student's supervisor.

Cours basé sur l'algèbre, principalement pour les étudiants en sciences de la vie, de la santé et de l'environnement. Le cours décrit deux types de mouvements: la matière (particules) et les ondes. Vecteurs, forces, corps en équilibre, révision de cinématique et dynamique, conservation de la quantité de mouvement et de l'énergie, mouvement circulaire. Vibrations, ondes élastiques dans la matière, son, optique ondulatoire. Radiation du corps noir, photons, ondes de de Broglie. L'accent sera mis sur des applications dans les sciences de la vie, de la santé et de l'environnement. Préalable(s): Physique 20 ou l'équivalent et Mathématiques 30-1. Physique 30 est fortement recommandé. Note: Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour PHYSQ 131, PHYS 144, EN PH 131 ou SCI 100.

Suite de PHYSQ 124, principalement pour les étudiants en sciences de la vie, de la santé et de l'environnement. Statique et dynamique des fluides. Électrostatique, courants et circuits, champs magnétiques, induction électromagnétique. Radiation nucléaire, son interaction avec la matière et ses applications. Préalable(s): PHYSQ 124 ou PHYS 144. Note: Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour PHYSQ 130, PHYS 146 ou SCI 100.

Optique géométrique, instruments d'optique, oscillations, ondes, son, interférence, diffraction. Préalable(s): Mathématiques 30-1, Mathématiques 31, Physique 30. Concomitant(s): MATHQ 100 ou 114 (ou 113) ou MATH 114 ou 117 ou l'équivalent. Note(s): (1) Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour PHYSQ 126, PHYS 146. (2) Les étudiants de la Faculty of Engineering qui suivent ce cours obtiendront 3.8 crédits.

Cinématique et dynamique des particules; gravitation; travail et énergie; moments linéaire et angulaire; systèmes de particules; dynamique des corps rigides. Préalable(s): MATHQ 100 ou 114 (ou 113), PHYSQ 130. Les étudiants de la Faculty of Engineering doivent avoir suivi ENGG 130. Concomitant(s): MATHQ 115 ou MATH 101. Note(s): (1) Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour PHYSQ 124, PHYS 144 ou EN PH 131. (2) Les étudiants de la Faculty of Engineering qui suivent ce cours obtiendront 4.3 crédits.

Contradictions expérimentales de la physique classique; théorie de la relativité restreinte d'Einstein: contraction des longueurs, dilatation du temps, paradoxe des jumeaux, équivalence de l'énergie et de la masse, énergie et quantité de mouvement relativistes; physique quantique: effet photoélectrique, effet Compton, production de rayons X et diffraction des électrons, principe d'indétermination de Heisenberg; équation de Schrödinger et applications à des potentiels de puits et barrières à une dimension, effet tunnel, oscillateur harmonique simple; physique atomique: atome d'hydrogène, table périodique. Préalable(s): un parmi PHYSQ 124, PHYS 144 ou PHYSQ 131, et un parmi PHYSQ 126, PHYS 146 ou PHYSQ 130, et un parmi MATHQ 114 (ou 113) ou MATH 144. Note: Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour PHYSQ 271.

Diverses formes d'énergie; conservation de l'énergie. Principes de thermodynamique; gaz parfaits; transitions de phase ; pompes à chaleur et réfrigérateurs. Transfert de chaleur. Consommation de ressources énergétiques. Physique nucléaire; radioactivité; fission, énergie nucléaire. Énergie de remplacement et sources d'énergie renouvelable. Préalable(s): un parmi PHYSQ 124, PHYS 144 ou PHYSQ 131, et un parmi PHYSQ 126, PHYS 146 ou PHYSQ 130, et MATHQ 113 ou MATH 114 ou 144.

Contradictions expérimentales de la physique classique: relativité restreinte, quantification de la charge, de la lumière et de l'énergie. Corps noir, effet photoélectrique, effet Compton. Modèles atomiques, propriétés ondulatoires des particules, principe d'incertitude. Équation de Schrödinger, puits carrés infinis et finis, oscillateur harmonique, effet tunnel, atome d'hydrogène. Moment cinétique orbital et spin de l'électron, spin et statistique. Autres thèmes choisis. Préalable(s): un parmi PHYSQ 124, PHYS 144 ou PHYSQ 131, et un parmi PHYSQ 126, PHYS 146 ou PHYSQ 130. Préalable(s) ou concomitant(s): MATHQ 209 ou 215 ou MATH 317 ou l'équivalent. Note: Ce cours n'est pas accessible aux étudiants ayant ou postulant des crédits pour PHYS 208.

Pipon (winter) term course, First Nations, Métis, and Inuit students deepen relationships through wâhkôhtowin with guidance from Elders, Knowledge Keepers, former Transition Year Program students and the okiskinohamâkew. Students continue on in their cultural learning and strengthen academic skills by connecting with campus supports. Students will explore the course syllabus, file management systems, understand academic research, explore the university calendar and course enrollment through Bear Tracks, along with completing a faculty portfolio oral presentation and key planning that will move them into preparing for their program transfer.

Issues related to the importance of plants in our lives, including global food security, interactions between agriculture and the environment, the role of crops in human and animal nutrition, and the potential development of biofuels, biofibers, biopharmaceutical, and bioindustrial crops. Not available to students with 60 units in Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences. This course does not substitute for PL SC 221 in the program core. Prerequisite: Biology 30 recommended.

A hands-on, experiential education course taught at Devonian Botanic Garden. Students will learn relevant plant anatomy, an introduction to horticultural methods, garden plant basic needs, soil development, pruning practice, vegetable production examples, and contrast between home gardening and commercial production systems. Discussions and readings will incorporate sustainable practices, food security, local food movement, and environmental footprint.

Introduction to basic agronomy of western Canadian field crops. Students will experience agronomic practices, crop equipment and technology hands-on. Extended field trip prior to the start of classes. Prerequisite: 30 units.

Principles of plant science for use in agriculture, forestry and environmental sciences. The course covers anatomical and physiological characteristics of vascular and non-vascular plants, including cellular structures, plant reproduction, development and growth, and key functions such as photosynthesis, and water and nutrient transport. The course emphasizes plant structure and function in the context of environmental conditions and genetic adaptation, essential for managed and natural ecosystems under environmental change. Not to be taken if credit received for BOT 205 or REN R 121.

Introduction to the principles and practices of insect management within cropping systems, with emphasis on insect management in western Canadian field crops. Topics include methods of sampling, monitoring, and forecasting, estimating yield losses, economic thresholds, role of beneficial insects and integrated pest management strategies. Prerequisite: 3 units in BIOL.

Study of crop production as influenced by plant-plant and plant-environment interactions, as well as management practices. Topics may include photosynthetic efficiency, growth analysis, competition and facilitation in monocrops and mixtures, response to climate change and environmental stress, use of genetically modified organisms and contrasting world crop production systems. Prerequisite: PL SC 221 or BOT 205.

Agronomy, breeding, biochemistry, biotechnology, and ecological issues related to production of plants for bioproducts. Topics selected from biodiesel, fuel ethanol, biolubricants, bioplastic, platform biochemicals, and starch and protein for nonfood applications. Prerequisite: BIOL 107, PL SC 221, or CHEM 164.

Biology and ecology of invasive alien species in cropped, disturbed, and natural environments. Methods of control of weedy species, including biological, cultural, mechanical, and chemical and an introduction to the herbicide mechanism of action and environmental impacts. Prerequisite: PL SC 221 recommended.

The establishment, management, conservation and utilization of forages. Morphological structure and adaptation of the principal forage grasses and legumes. Prerequisite: PL SC 221 or consent of Instructor.

The role of cereals, oilseeds, and pulse crops in Western Canadian agricultural systems. Their botanical, physiological, agricultural, and market quality characteristics. Prerequisite: PL SC 221 or consent of Instructor.

An introduction to the basic principles and concepts applied for the genetic improvement of crop plants. This will also include different plant breeding methods and tools used for the development of crop cultivars. Not to be taken if credit received for PL SC 465. Prerequisites: BIOL 107 or PL SC 221.

An introduction to plant diseases; the nature of nonparasitic and parasitic causal agents such as air pollutants, temperature, viruses, bacteria, fungi, higher plants and nematodes; principles involved in disease prevention and control. Prerequisite: BIOL 107 recommended.

Project or reading course supervised by a Faculty member, requiring preparation of a comprehensive report. Prerequisites: 60 units of university courses or higher and consent of the instructor. Note: may be taken more than once if topic is different.

Absorption, translocation, degradation, mechanism of action. Normally offered in alternate years. Prerequisites: PL SC 352 and BOT 340.

Diseases of cereal, oilseed, pulse, forage, vegetable, fruit and ornamental crops. Normally offered in alternate years. Prerequisite: PL SC 380.

The use of biotechnology, including genetic engineering, to improve crop plants. Topics covered will include developing genetically modified organisms (GMOs) with an emphasis on crop plants, the application of specific techniques to improve crop productivity, enhancing nutritional characteristics, phytoremediation and the production of pharmaceuticals and other plant products. Not to be taken if credit received for BOT 382. Prerequisites: BIOL 207 or (BIOL 107 and PL SC 221). BOT 205 and BIOCH 200 recommended.

Integrated agronomic, mechanical, biological, and chemical control of insects, disease organisms and weeds that interfere with field crop and horticultural crop production. Prerequisites: PL SC 310, PL SC 352, and PL SC 380; one course may be taken as a corequisite.

This course is intended as the capstone course for crop science, and other majors, and provides an opportunity for students to integrate their knowledge about various aspects of crop management, and environmental and economic sustainability. The course centers on the completion of a group project. Lecture time will be divided between traditional lectures and guest lectures to facilitate interactions with agricultural professionals, and project management to engage students with real-world agricultural challenges. Prerequisites: PL SC 355, REN R 210, and 6 units from: PL SC 310, PL SC 324, PL SC 352, PL SC 380.

Not available to students with credit in HGP 210.

Prerequisites: HGEO 100 or HGP 100. Not available for students with credit in HGP 211.

The development and interpretation of plans, zoning, policy, and bylaws. Prerequisites: PLAN 210 or HGP 210 and PLAN 211 or HGP 211. Not available for students with credit in HGP 310. Restricted to Planning Major and Planning Specialization students.

Planning in the community context, including methods of public consultation and community-based development are examined. Prerequisites: PLAN 210 or HGP 210. Not available for students with credit in HGP 315.

Includes an introduction to the legal basis for planning in Alberta and other provinces. Prerequisites: PLAN 210 or HGP 210. Not available for students with credit in HGP 316. Restricted to Planning Major and Planning Specialization students.

Historical and contemporary planning theory and its influence on the practice of planning. Prerequisites: PLAN 210 or HGP 210. Not available for students with credit in HGP 317. Restricted to Planning Major and Planning Specialization students.

Introduction to issues in policy making, planning and management related to human interaction with the physical environment. Prerequisites: PLAN 210 or HGP 210. Not available to students with credit in HGP 355.

Collection and analysis of data for social research in urban and regional planning. Research design and sampling procedures. Both qualitative and quantitative methods are explored. Fieldwork required. Prerequisites: PLAN 210 or HGP 210. Not available for students with credit in HGP 399. Restricted to Planning Major and Planning Specialization students.

The professional practice of planning is covered including the role of planners in society and professional ethics for planners. Prerequisite: PLAN 310 or HGP 310. Not available for students with credit in HGP 410. Restricted to Planning Major and Planning Specialization students.

An introduction to municipal finances and the development process as it relates to the Planning profession. Prerequisite: ECON 101. Not available for students with credit in HGP 412. Restricted to Planning Major and Planning Specialization students.

The application of spatial analytic tools for the purposes of urban and regional planning. Prerequisite: EAS 221. Not available for students with credit in HGP 470 or HGEO 470.

Exploring planning theories in the context of contemporary events phenomena. Prerequisite or Corequisite: PLAN 310 or HGP 310. Variable content course which may be repeated if topic(s) vary.

Practical study of community planning processes, development or redevelopment projects, or other relevant case studies. Field Work Required. Prerequisites: PLAN 310 or HGP 310. Restricted to Planning Major and Planning Specialization students. Not available for students with credit in HGP 495. Restricted to Planning Major and Planning Specialization students.

Intensive field or practical study in Urban and Regional Planning, typically as part of a team working off-campus. Details and areas of study may vary from year to year; consult the department about current offerings, fees and timing. Prerequisite: PLAN 210 or HGP 210 and Consent of Instructor. Topics vary; may be taken more than once for credit provided no topic is repeated. This course may require the payment of additional fees. Refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.

Intensive field or practical study in Urban and Regional Planning, typically as part of a team working off-campus. Details and areas of study may vary from year to year; consult the department about current offerings, fees and timing. Prerequisite: PLAN 210 or HGP 210 and Consent of Instructor. Topics vary; may be taken more than once for credit provided no topic is repeated. This course may require the payment of additional fees. Refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.

Intensive field or practical study in Urban and Regional Planning, typically as part of a team working off-campus. Details and areas of study may vary from year to year; consult the department about current offerings, fees and timing. Prerequisite: PLAN 210 or HGP 210 and Consent of Instructor. Topics vary; may be taken more than once for credit provided no topic is repeated. This course may require the payment of additional fees. Refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.

The role of adaptive and resilience oriented planning to contribute to the development of regions that can sustain themselves and prosper through change and uncertainty. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

The practice of planning for and in northern regions and resource communities. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

Supervised development of a literature review and project proposal examining resilience in northern and resource communities. Course is pass/fail. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

Completion of major project including development of major outputs identified by committee. Course is pass/fail. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

Completion of major project including development of major outputs identified by committee. Course is pass/fail. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

Completion of major project including development of major outputs identified by committee. Course is pass/fail. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

Internship with employer followed by reflective exercises on experience in workplace. Course is pass/fail. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

The development and interpretation of plans, zoning, policy, and bylaws. The introduction of design fundamentals for planners. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

The professional practice of planning is covered including the role of planners in society and professional ethics for planners. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

An introduction to municipal finances and the development process as it relates to the planning profession. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

Planning in the community context, including methods of public consultation and community-based development. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

Includes an introduction to the legal basis for planning in Alberta and other provinces. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

An examination of planning theories and theories from other disciplines and their influence on the practice of planning. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

This course introduces students to the practical and technical foundations of climate change adaptation in Canadian communities. Through case studies, students examine how climate impacts affect infrastructure, safety, and community well-being. Not open to students who have previously received credit in PLAN 500.

Students explore how planning decisions shape travel behaviour, emissions, equity, and community well-being. The course emphasizes practical tools and policy strategies for creating low-carbon, accessible, and resilient cities. Not open to students who have previously received credit in PLAN 485 Topic: Sustainable Transportation and Land Use. Prerequisite: consent of department.

Issues in policy making, planning and management related to human interaction with the physical environment. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

The application of spatial analytic tools to planning topics. Assignments impart technical aspects through hands-on experience with commercial and in-house spatial analysis software. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar. Prerequisite: consent of Department.

Exploring planning theories in the context of contemporary events phenomena. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar. Prerequisite: consent of Department. Variable content course which may be repeated if topic(s) vary.

Practical study of community planning processes, development or redevelopment projects, or other relevant case studies relating to resilience in northern and resource communities. Fieldwork required. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

Collection and analysis of data for social research in planning in northern and resource communities. Research design and sampling procedures. Both qualitative and quantitative methods are explored. Fieldwork may be required. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

Intensive field or practical study in Planning, typically as part of a team working off-campus. Details and areas of study may vary from year to year; consult the department about current offerings, fees and timing. Sections offered at an increased rate of fee assessment; refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations sections of the Calendar.

Using examples of commonly used drugs (both therapeutic and illicit), we will explore what drugs do to the human body and in turn, what the body does to drugs. Recommended for students with an interest in pursuing medical science degrees and programs. Prerequisites: CHEM 101 and BIOL 107 or equivalent. Open to 2nd and 3rd year students only. In the case of over-subscription, preference will be given to students enrolled in Pharmacology BSc degree programs.

Lecture topics present principles of pharmacology including practical application of commonly used drugs to the treatment of disease. This course is available only to students registered in the Bachelor of Science (Dental Hygiene) program.

This course is designed to introduce students to pharmacological research. The student will carry out an individual research project in a laboratory under the supervision of a member of the Department of Pharmacology. Supervision by Professors from other Departments may be possible, provided that a sponsor from the Department of Pharmacology is identified and the project is relevant to the discipline of Pharmacology. Students must secure a supervisor before registration. There may be a limited number of spaces available. The course offers formal opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop skills within a research laboratory setting. Students will have a chance to become familiar with good lab practices, develop critical thinking, evaluation and troubleshooting skills, while applying their knowledge to practical research questions. Completion of this course requires a written report of the project and a presentation to an examining committee. Restricted to Pharmacology Honors or Specialization students in the third year of their program. Registration must be approved by the Department of Pharmacology. Please contact the course coordinator for registration in the course.

This course is designed to introduce students to pharmacological research. The student will carry out an individual research project in a laboratory under the supervision of a member of the Department of Pharmacology. Supervision by Professors from other Departments may be possible, provided that a sponsor from the Department of Pharmacology is identified and the project is relevant to the discipline of Pharmacology. Students must secure a supervisor before registration. There may be a limited number of spaces available. The course offers formal opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop skills within a research laboratory setting. Students will have a chance to become familiar with good lab practices, develop critical thinking, evaluation and troubleshooting skills, while applying their knowledge to practical research questions. Completion of this course requires a written report of the project and a presentation to an examining committee. Restricted to Pharmacology Honors or Specialization students in the third year of their program. Registration must be approved by the Department of Pharmacology. Please contact the course coordinator for registration in the course.

The adverse effects of xenobiotics on biological systems are discussed. Principles of toxicology are introduced. Responses of target organs to selected poisons are described, with emphasis on molecular mechanisms. Special topics include chemical carcinogenesis, nanotoxicology, and endocrine disruptors. Prerequisites: PMCOL 200, BIOCH 200, PHYSL 210, or 212 and 214, or consent of the Department.

An introduction to the complexities of drug abuse and the drugs of abuse. The student will be introduced to the psychological and social problems of drug abuse and their impact upon the abuser. Objectives of the course are to develop an understanding of addiction and a detailed knowledge of the nature of the commonly abused substances. Emphasis will be placed upon the pharmacology of drugs of abuse. Prerequisites: one of the following BIOCH 200, BIOL 201, CELL 201, PHYSL 210, PHSYL 212 and 214, PMCOL 200, PSYCH 275, ZOOL 241 and 242. Credit may only be obtained in one of PMCOL 305 or PSYCH 374.

Study of factors that affect drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and elimination (ADME). This includes an introduction to genetic factors that influence ADME of drugs, as well as practical exercises to illustrate pharmacokinetic principles and their relevance to therapeutic dosing. Drug-drug interactions and food-drug interactions will also be discussed. Prerequisites: PMCOL 200, BIOCH 200, PHYSL 210, or 212 and 214, or consent of Department. In the case of over-subscription, preference will be given to students enrolled in Pharmacology BSc degree programs.

Provides a hands-on experience in addressing basic pharmacological questions. The course will employ both in vitro techniques and behavioural models. Emphasis will be placed on experimental design and data collection, analysis and presentation. Restricted to Pharmacology Specialization or Honors students.

This course, together with the subsequent PMCOL 344, provides a comprehensive study of the modern science of pharmacology. The objective of the course is to study how drugs act on physiological systems with an emphasis on therapeutic applications. This course may be especially useful to those students who wish to pursue a career in health sciences. Prerequisite: a 200-level PMCOL course or consent of instructor. Pre or corequisite: PHYSL 210, or 212 and 214, or consent of instructor. In the case of over subscription, preference will be given to students enrolled in Pharmacology BSc degree programs.

A continuation of PMCOL 343, this course will examine the therapeutic application of a variety of drugs and the mechanism(s) by which they affect physiological systems. Pre or co-requisite: PHYSL 210, or 212 and 214, or consent of instructor. In the case of over-subscription, preference will be given to students enrolled in Pharmacology BSc degree programs.

Lectures presented by the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry and the Faculty of Science on nerve cell membranes, ion channels, neurotransmitters and their receptors, synaptic mechanisms and plasticity, gene regulation and development, the physiology of small neural networks and disorders involving basic mechanisms. Prerequisite: PHYSL 210, or 212 and 214, or 252, or ZOOL 242. Students who have taken ZOOL 342 may not receive credit in PMCOL 371.

The student will carry out an individual research project in a laboratory under the supervision of a member of the Department of Pharmacology. Supervision by Professors from other Departments may be possible, provided that a sponsor from the Department of Pharmacology is identified and the project is relevant to the discipline of Pharmacology. Students must secure a supervisor before registration. The course offers formal opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop skills within a research laboratory setting. Students will have a chance to become familiar with good lab practices, develop critical thinking, evaluation and troubleshooting skills, while applying their knowledge to practical research questions. Completion of this course requires a written report of the project and a presentation to an examining committee. Restricted to Pharmacology Specialization students or Honor students in Stream B in the fourth year of their program. Registration must be approved by the Department of Pharmacology. Please contact the course coordinator for registration in the course.

The student will carry out an individual research project in a laboratory under the supervision of a member of the Department of Pharmacology. Supervision by Professors from other Departments may be possible, provided that a sponsor from the Department of Pharmacology is identified and the project is relevant to the discipline of Pharmacology. Students must secure a supervisor before registration. The course offers formal opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop skills within a research laboratory setting. Students will have a chance to become familiar with good lab practices, develop critical thinking, evaluation and troubleshooting skills, while applying their knowledge to practical research questions. Completion of this course requires a written report of the project and a presentation to an examining committee. Restricted to Pharmacology Specialization students or Honor students in Stream B in the fourth year of their program. Registration must be approved by the Department of Pharmacology. Please contact the course coordinator for registration in the course.

This course is designed to allow students to explore current topics and issues in pharmacology via projects such as critical literature reviews, simulated grant applications, community outreach and service projects. Before registration students must secure a supervisor from the Department of Pharmacology who will guide them through the course. Supervision by Professors from other Departments may be possible, provided that a sponsor from the Department of Pharmacology is identified and the project is relevant to the discipline of Pharmacology. Successful completion of a written report and a presentation is required at the conclusion of the project. Restricted to Pharmacology Specialization students or Honor students in Stream B in the fourth year of their program. Honors students in Stream B should consider enrolling in this course if they wish to focus within a singular Pharmacology topic but without the hands-on/lab experience. Prerequisites: PMCOL 303, PMCOL 306, PMCOL 343, PMCOL 344 or consent of instructor. Please contact the course coordinator for registration in the course.

Topics will include the drug discovery process, advanced concepts in pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics, the use of animal models of disease by the pharmaceutical industry, and therapeutic drug monitoring. Prerequisites: PMCOL 343 and PMCOL 344. In the case of over subscription, preference will be given to students in the Pharmacology Specialization or Honors Programs.

This course will present an overview of structure-based drug design, and delve into the molecular and structural factors that underlie drug affinity and efficacy. Concepts will be exemplified using receptor, ion channel, transporter, enzyme, and other protein families that represent important drug targets. Part of the course will be structured around the critical analysis of primary literature on related topics. Students will also have an opportunity to explore protein-drug interactions using molecular viewing software. Prerequisites: PMCOL 343, PMCOL 344, and PMCOL 306, BIOCH 320, or consent of Department.

This course will provide an overview of the pharmacotherapy of selected clinical conditions of interest, and the factors (e.g. age, weight, pregnancy, co-morbidities) than influence the clinical use of drugs. Assessment of clinical trials and clinical case reports will also be discussed. Prerequisites: PMCOL 343, PMCOL 344. or consent of the Department. This course is intended for students enrolled in Pharmacology BSc programs. Students in other programs may be admitted subject to availability and with the consent of the Department.