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CS92PROD
Introduction to Environmental Toxicology
MB&B 111
Spring 2012
Section: 01  

This course will look at the human health consequences of anthropogenic and natural toxins in the environment. We will examine how chemicals are absorbed, distributed, and detoxified within our bodies and the mechanism of acute and chronic damage to our health. We will explore how toxins travel through the environment and how permissible levels of exposure are decided upon. This naturally leads to a discussion about the perception and management of risk. We will look at case studies relating to industrial pollution, accidents, and contamination of our air, water, and food through the lens of human disease and social cost. Students are asked to think critically about available scientific evidence and form opinions about how much risk is acceptable in our daily lives.

Essential Capabilities: Effective Citizenship, Interpretation
Students will consider how scientific evidence can inform decision-making important to the health and welfare of communities.
Credit: 1 Gen Ed Area Dept: NSM MB&B
Course Format: SeminarGrading Mode: Graded
Level: UGRD Prerequisites: None
Fulfills a Requirement for: None
Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available

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