Courses & Units
Clinical Toxicology and Medicine Safety CSA326
Introduction
Toxicology is the study of the harmful effects of chemicals (including drugs) and other agents on living organisms. This on-campus unit introduces you to the key concepts of toxicology, and how, in terms of dose/exposure, toxicology is an extension of pharmacology. Studies in this unit cover general principles of toxicology, pre-clinical and cell-based mechanisms of toxicology, relationships between exposure and toxicity, illicit drugs and forensics, drug safety and pharmacovigilance, mechanisms of deleterious effects of chemicals on humans, drug-related toxicity and injury to systemic organs, and detailed description of some toxic agents. Emphasis is given to clinical toxicology including the effects of therapeutic agents at both an individual and population level.
Summary
| Unit name | Clinical Toxicology and Medicine Safety |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CSA326 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology |
| Discipline | Pharmacy |
| Coordinator | Mrs Kendall Stephens |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Health Study Period 3 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Health Study Period 3 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Cradle Coast | Health Study Period 3 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Study Period 3 | 4/11/2024 | 22/11/2024 | 20/12/2024 | 2/2/2025 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
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Learning Outcomes
- Apply pre-clinical and clinical toxicological principles to improve medicine safety.
- Evaluate the pharmacological aspects of drug action and how this affects disease and body systems.
- Evaluate and resolve interactions and adverse effects of medications.
- Communicate toxicological information to a range of audiences.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 019907 | $1,118.00 | $1,118.00 | not applicable | $2,596.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Prerequisites
CSA231Concurrent Prerequisites
CSA208Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Independent Learning (online modules) – 3hrs per week Workshop 2hrs weekly |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Case scenario videos with peer feedback and self-reflection (30%)|Mid-semester test (30%)|Written examination (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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