Consistent with the missions of the division, the College, and
the University, the Master’s degree in Toxicology (MS Toxicology)
prepares toxicologists with the theory and practice of the
profession with graduates who will be committed to the welfare of
the general public and to ongoing personal and professional
self-improvement. The Program prepares higher-level
scientists for roles in basic research and applied aspects of
clinical, forensic, biomedical, occupational and environmental
toxicology
The program will prepare graduates
to:
Demonstrate competency in evaluation of
scientific literature
- Analyze and critique scientific papers related to
toxicology
- Demonstrate skill in literature searches with on-line
databases
- Evaluate the experimental design and methodology of scientific
papers
Demonstrate the application of
competencies in the science of toxicology.
- Demonstrate fundamental competency in basic areas of
toxicology: biochemical/ molecular, environmental, clinical,
forensic, analytical, target organ, agents.
- Demonstrate understanding and application of ADME (absorption,
distribution, metabolism, excretion)
- Interpret dose-response curves
- Define and explain “safety” from a toxicological point of
view
- Design in vivo and in vitro studies to assess the toxicity
of chemicals
- Use computer databases to obtain information on the structure
and biological effects of chemicals
Demonstrate skills in the practice of
toxicology.
- Demonstrate fundamental competency in applied areas of
toxicology: occupational, regulatory, risk analysis
- Perform laboratory exercises using modern techniques and
equipment
Apply knowledge and skills to the public
understanding of toxicology
- Explain the missions of federal agencies involved in
advancement of public health related to chemical exposure (EPA,
FDA, CPSC, OSHA, etc.)
- Evaluate the political, socioeconomic, and emotional costs of
dealing with toxicology issues, including issues of social justice
and professional responsibility as applied to the environment and
human health
- Communicate risk effectively through oral presentations,
written communication, and poster displays.