Information Package / Course Catalogue
Toxicology
Course Code: EHB222
Course Type: Non Departmental Elective
Couse Group: Short Cycle (Associate's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 0
Credit: 2
Lab: 0
ECTS: 2
Objectives of the Course

Students will be taught the negative effects of chemical substances, their biological effects and physical factors on human health. is to make them understand. This course will provide students with the definition, classification, interaction and interaction of toxic substances. mechanisms, toxic doses, exposure routes, signs and symptoms of poisoning, diagnosis and treatment methods. teaches subjects.

Course Content

It provides students with basic information about the sources, types and mechanisms of action of toxic substances. of toxins It covers the processes from entry into the body to elimination and determines toxic doses and their effects. Focuses on evaluation issues. Also, signs and symptoms of poisoning, diagnostic methods and emergency While covering topics such as interventions, it also draws attention to environmental toxicology. This course also covers toxicological testing methods. and safety assessment skills, while providing students with practical applications in the pharmaceutical, food and industrial fields. Provides information about opportunities.

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Learning Outcomes
1.It explains the sources, types, and basic characteristics of toxic substances.
2.Understanding and explaining toxicological mechanisms of action.
3.Recognizing and interpreting signs and symptoms of poisoning.
4.Determining diagnostic methods and emergency interventions in cases of poisoning.
5.Having knowledge about drug, food and industrial toxicology. Gaining the ability to understand, recognize, prevent and treat the effects of toxic substances by using knowledge and skills.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Casarett & Doull's Essentials of Toxicology, Curtis Klaassen, John B. Watkins
2.Principles of Toxicology: Environmental and Industrial Applications, Phillip L. Williams, Robert C. James, Stephen M. Roberts
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Definition and importance of toxicology, basic toxicological concepts
Week 2 - Theoretical
Classification of Toxins, sources and types of toxins
Week 3 - Theoretical
Chemical toxins: organic and inorganic
Week 4 - Theoretical
Biological toxins: microorganisms, plants, animals/QUIZ
Week 5 - Theoretical
Physical toxins: radiation, heat, mechanical trauma
Week 6 - Theoretical
Interaction of toxins in the body, identification of target organs
Week 7 - Theoretical
Toxicological mechanisms of action
Week 8 - Theoretical
Differences between acute and chronic toxicity/Midterm exam
Week 9 - Theoretical
Toxicological Test Methods
Week 10 - Theoretical
Diagnosis and Treatment of Poisoning
Week 11 - Theoretical
Emergency interventions and treatment methods
Week 12 - Theoretical
Environmental Toxicology
Week 13 - Theoretical
Environmental health risks and protective measures
Week 14 - Theoretical
Toxicology Application Areas
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Attending Lectures1%5
Quiz1%5
Midterm Examination1%30
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory140228
Quiz1516
Midterm Examination110111
Final Examination110111
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)56
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
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Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026