BCEM541
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(CHEM 541) Concepts in Biochemical Toxicology
Subject
BCEM - Biochemistry
Description
An interdisciplinary course focused on the diverse biomolecular mechanisms by which organic (e.g. PCB's) and inorganic pollutants (e.g. Cd, Hg, As) adversely affect cell function examined at multiple levels of organization, from molecules to whole animals organisms. Topics include how natural toxins exert toxicity, how toxins/light generate free radicals within cells, how the speciation of metals in the environment affects their bioavailability/toxicity, and the toxicity mechanisms that lead to homeostatic dysfunction.
Prerequisite(s): 3 units from Biochemistry 341, 393; 6 units from Chemistry 311, 321; and 3 units from Chemistry 341, 351.
Also known as: (Chemistry 541)
Prerequisite(s): 3 units from Biochemistry 341, 393; 6 units from Chemistry 311, 321; and 3 units from Chemistry 341, 351.
Also known as: (Chemistry 541)
Course Attributes
Fee Rate Group(Domestic) - A, Fee Rate Group(International) -A, GFC Hours (3-0)
Courses may consist of a Lecture, Lab, Tutorial, and/or Seminar. Students will be required to register in each component that is required for the course as indicated in the schedule of classes. Practicums, internships or other experiential learning modalities are typically indicated as a Lab component.
Component
LEC
Units
3
Repeat for Credit
No
Subject code
BCEM