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| Code | VET407 |
| Name | Toxicology |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 7. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 2 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ZEYNEP ÖZDEMİR KÜTAHYA |
| Course Instructor |
Prof. Dr. Oğuzhan YAVUZ
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
|
Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to teach students poisoning events in animals; agents that may cause poisoning, poison groups, treatment approaches in poisonings and also to comprehend the issues related to environmental science and environmental toxicology
Course Content
Definition of toxic substance, sources of toxic substances, poisons and poisoning concept, types of poisoning, interaction between poisons, factors affecting toxicity, poisoning and toxicity trials, toxicocinetics (absorption, distribution, BT, expulsion), the effects of poisons, causes of poisonings, diagnosis and treatment, metals, Herbal poisons (login ve alkaloids), pesticides, mycotoxins, mushroom poisoning, Poisonous animals and their poisons, significant negative factor in feed, substances used for doping, food contamination, environmental sciences, environmantal toxicology.
Course Precondition
No prerequest
Resources
Veteriner Hekimliğinde Toksikoloji-Kaya ve ark., 2002 -Klinik Toksikoloji-Şanlı, 1999 -Toxicology The Basic Science of Poisons-Casarett and Doull, 1996 -Veteriner Toksikoloji ve Çevre Koruma, Filazi A. (Ed), 2021
Notes
Lecture notes
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explains general concepts of toxicology |
| LO02 | Explains toxic effects of pesticides on target and non-target organisms and their environmental impacts |
| LO03 | Explains toxic effects of metals and other toxic compounds on target and non-target organisms and their environmental impacts |
| LO04 | Learns toxic effects of herbal and animal poisions and mycotoxins |
| LO05 | Learns food contominants and their harmful effects |
| LO06 | Has knowledge regarding environmental science, ecosystems and items which have negative impacts on the environment |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Recognize animal species and breeds in terms of their morphological, functional (physiological, biochemical) and behavioral characteristics. | 1 |
| PLO02 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Determines the correct approach area for the patients by evaluating the examination, operation etc. practices in the clinic according to the topographic anatomy. | |
| PLO03 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Produces solutions to field-specific problems in line with scientific data/evidence. | 2 |
| PLO04 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Based on his/her professional skills and authority, he/she implements social projects and plans with social awareness. | |
| PLO05 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Becomes conscious of performing his profession by being aware of his powers and responsibilities. | |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Learn the structures of living organisms, their components at the cellular level, and chemical processes in the body. | |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Learn to use biochemical processes in diagnostic processes by evaluating the information obtained with cause-effect relationships. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Demonstrates the ability to possess and defend the ethical values of the veterinary profession. | 3 |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Understands the methods of producing and using scientific knowledge in his/her professional field. | |
| PLO10 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knows the sources of drugs, their physical and chemical properties and preparation. | |
| PLO11 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knows the effects and side effects of medications on patients. | |
| PLO12 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Prescribes and administers medications in accordance with legislation. | |
| PLO13 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies the principles of diagnosis and general treatment of poisoning in animals. | 2 |
| PLO14 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Learns general diagnosis and treatment protocols of animal diseases. | 1 |
| PLO15 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Applies necessary measures, including biosecurity, to control infectious diseases. | 1 |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Clinically recognizes zoonotic and notifiable diseases and knows how to take appropriate precautions. | 1 |
| PLO17 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Performs systematic necropsy on dead animals, evaluates the findings, knows the methods of preserving tissues and directs them to the necessary laboratories. | |
| PLO18 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Knows the formation mechanisms of animal diseases and the pathological effects they cause in the body. | |
| PLO19 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Determines the methods of diagnosis, prevention, treatment and operation of surgical diseases in different animal species. | |
| PLO20 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses the main treatment methods of surgical diseases in animal species. Evaluates and monitors patients in the postoperative period. | 2 |
| PLO21 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Knows and applies sedation and anesthesia methods safely according to animal species. | |
| PLO22 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Knows and applies pain management methods. | 1 |
| PLO23 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Correctly applies biosafety principles such as sterilization of clinical and laboratory equipment and clothing. | |
| PLO24 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Applies the information about selection, hybridization and artificial insemination to be able to evaluate the productivity of animal breeds and to be able to carry out breeding work when necessary. | |
| PLO25 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Examines scientific techniques and methods according to facts related to veterinary services and takes analysis or methodological responsibility for problems. | |
| PLO26 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Determines clinical diagnosis and treatment protocols for diseases in different animal species. | |
| PLO27 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Learns sufficient technological knowledge in the hygienic production, manufacturing, presentation for consumption and sales of animal foods produced for human consumption and/or foods containing animal products in their composition. | |
| PLO28 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Performs health checks on animal foodstuffs offered for consumption. | |
| PLO29 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Gains awareness about environmental and veterinary public health issues. | |
| PLO30 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Follows updated legislation regarding veterinary services and uses it when necessary. | |
| PLO31 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Knows the contribution of imaging methods in diagnosis. Performs an examination appropriate for the case by applying radiation safety according to current regulations. | |
| PLO32 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Treats all animals in emergency cases and applies first aid methods. | |
| PLO33 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Prepares care and feeding protocols specific to animal species. | |
| PLO34 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Provides information to animal owners about breeding principles by evaluating the physical condition, welfare and rearing conditions of domestic animals. | |
| PLO35 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Learns lifelong learning and training methods to maintain professional development and skills. | |
| PLO36 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Gains awareness of working in cooperation with other colleagues within the framework of professional ethics and deontology rules. | |
| PLO37 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Gains the ability to communicate effectively with patients, the community, colleagues and relevant authorities using appropriate language. | |
| PLO38 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Independently understand and interpret articles and presentations published in veterinary medicine and other related scientific fields. | |
| PLO39 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | When necessary, euthanizes animals using appropriate methods and respecting the feelings of animal owners. | |
| PLO40 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Learns how to properly dispose of dead animal material, tissue samples, medical and chemical waste. | |
| PLO41 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Evaluates laboratory results of animal diseases and applies correct diagnosis, prognosis and treatment methods based on the data obtained. | |
| PLO42 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Knows to keep clinical and patient records with proper and scientific methods. | |
| PLO43 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Learns to prepare case and necropsy reports in a way that is understandable to the society and relevant institutions at a professional level when necessary. | |
| PLO44 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Knows how to manage animal production businesses and make appropriate management plans, while taking into account basic medical principles. | |
| PLO45 | Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik | Understands the economic, sociocultural and emotional conditions in which veterinarians operate and positions themselves accordingly. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Toxicology | Checkover of lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 2 | Mechanisms of poisons toxic effects | Checkover of lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 3 | Toxicokinetics, Toxicodynamics | Checkover of lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 4 | Factors Affecting Poisoning, Diagnosis of Poisoning | Checkover of lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 5 | Approaches in poisoning treatment | Checkover of lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 6 | Herbal Poisons, Animal Poisons | Checkover of lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 7 | Metals and other inorganic poisons | Checkover of lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Checkover of lecture notes | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Sözlü Sınav, Ödev, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
| 9 | Mycotoxins | Checkover of lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 10 | Pesticides Organic Poisions | Checkover of lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 11 | Doping | Checkover of lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 12 | Food Contamination | Checkover of lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 13 | Some theories and concepts used in environmental sciences | Checkover of lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 14 | Abiotic and Biotic factors | Checkover of lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 15 | Ecosystem and Environmental toxicology | Checkover of lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 16 | Term Exams | Checkover of lecture notes | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Sözlü Sınav, Ödev, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
| 17 | Term Exams | Checkover of lecture notes | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav, Sözlü Sınav, Ödev, Performans Değerlendirmesi |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 54 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 2,16 | ||
| ECTS | 2 ECTS | ||