ANLY08004 2019 ANALYTICAL TOXICOLOGY
Full Title
ANALYTICAL TOXICOLOGY
Transcript Title
ANALYTICAL TOXICOLOGY
Code
ANLY08004
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
ANLY - Analytical Tech/Skills/Spec
Department
LIFE - Life Sciences
Level
08 - NFQ Level 8
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Dr. Oliver Joyce, Geraldine Dowling
Programme Membership
SG_SFORE_H08 201900 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Forensic Investigation and Analysis
SG_SFORE_K08 201900 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Forensic Investigation and Analysis (Add-on)
Description
The module introduces learners to the principles of toxicology and to toxicology testing and analysis.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Discuss the principles of toxicology and communicate information accurately and effectively using written, visual and numeral forms.
2.
Outline the major drugs and toxins of forensic interest.
3.
Describe the use of drugs in sport.
4.
Explain the processes involved in the absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion of xenobiotics
5.
Perform and report on, toxicological & analytical laboratory experiments.
Teaching and Learning Strategies
The Analytical Toxicology module will be delivered full time and will include lectures and laboratory practicals. Moodle will be used as a repository of educational resources and as a means of assessment where appropriate.
Module Assessment Strategies
The Analytical Toxicology module is 40% Practical and 60% Theory.
Laboratory skills and report-writing ability are assessed as part of the practical work performed during the module (40%). There will assignments (10%) and there will be a Final Exam (50%)
The student must achieve 40% overall to pass the module.
Repeat Assessments
Repeat Continuous Assessment and/or Final Exam
Module Dependencies
Prerequisites
None
Co-requisites
None
Incompatibles
None
Indicative Syllabus
Principles of Toxicology
Dose response curve, LD50, NEL, toxin, toxicant, poison classification
ADME
Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism & Excretion of xenobiotics
Drugs & Toxins of Forensic interest
Alcohol, opiates, cannabinoids, amphetamine, new psychoactive substances, psychiatric drugs, metals, solvents,
Drugs in Sport
EPO, steroids.
Postmortem toxicology
Postmortem sampling and testing
Laboratory Practicals and Student Centred Learning
The module will include laboratory practicals and student centered learning that will supplement the lecture based learning.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
50 %
End of Semester / Year Formal Exam
50 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Multiple choice questions. | Formative | UNKNOWN | - % | OnGoing | 1,2,3,4 |
| 2 | Written Report Practical skills evaluation, written laboratory reports | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 40 % | UNKNOWN | 5 |
| 3 | Essay Written theory exam | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 10 % | UNKNOWN | 1,2,3,4 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Essay | Final Exam | UNKNOWN | 50 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Tiered Classroom | Lecture | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Practical / Laboratory | Science Laboratory | Laboratory Practical | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
| Independent Learning | Not Specified | Self Study | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 4.00 Hours
Required & Recommended Book List
Required Reading
2017 Disposition of Toxic Drugs and Chemicals in Man
ISBN 0692774998 ISBN-13 9780692774991
2017 Disposition of Toxic Drugs and Chemicals in Man
ISBN 0692774998 ISBN-13 9780692774991
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Casarett & Doull's Essentials of Toxicology
Forensic Toxicology, Biology & Chemistry C Conn
Clarke's Analytical Forensic Toxicology
Journal Resources
Forensic Science International
Drug Testing and Analysis
Forensic Toxicology
URL Resources
United and Kingdom and Ireland Association of Forensic Toxicologists http://www.ukiaft.co.uk/
The International Association of Forensic Toxicologist http://www.tiaft.org/
The Society of Forensic Toxicologist http://www.soft-tox.org/
Other Resources
Moodle
Science Direct
PubMed, Pubcrawler
Additional Information
None