Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FORENSIC TOXICOLOGY | - | Fall Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 3 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Gülden Zehra OMURTAG |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Sultan Mehtap BÜYÜKER, Lect.Dr. Esma SÖYLEMEZ YEŞİLÇİMEN |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | Causality assessment between chemical exposure and occurence of lethal / toxic effects and toxicological analysis needed for clarification of criminal records. |
| Course Content | This course contains; 1. Principles of forensic toxicology,2. Classification of toxic substances,3. Classification of toxic substances: Gaseous poisons/chromatography, Addictive poisons,4. Classification of toxic substances: Poisonings with chemical solvents,5.Classification of toxic substances: Poisoning with drugs and pesticides,6. Analytic role in forensic toxicology,7. Analytic role in forensic toxicology,8. Toxilogical investigation of a poison death,9. Toxilogical investigation of a poison death,10. Criminal poisoning of the living,11. Quick tests and reactions with biological samples in forensic toxicology,12. Analytical procedures,13. Analytical procedures: Chromatography,14. Analytical procedures: Spectrophotometry. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. Defines the science of forensic toxicology. | 16, 9 | A |
| 1.1 Evaluates cases within the scope of forensic cases from a toxicological perspective. | 16, 9 | A |
| 2. Evaluates poisons according to their isolation methods and chemical forms. | 16, 9 | A |
| 2.1. Explains the toxicity mechanisms of organic solvents and inorganic poisons. | 16, 9 | A |
| 2.2. Define poisons of human and agricultural origin. | 16, 9 | A |
| 2.3. Describes poisons in gaseous form and their analysis methods toxicologically. | 16, 9 | A |
| 3. It classifies addictive substances. | 16, 9 | A |
| 3.1. Explains ways to search for addictive substances in biological samples. | 16, 9 | A |
| 3.2. Explain workplace substance use tests. | 16, 9 | A |
| 4. Gives examples of biological samples used for toxicological analysis and the tests to be performed. | 16, 9 | A |
| 4.1. Explains the principles of tests required for the rapid detection of poisons in biological samples. | 16, 9 | A |
| 5. Explain the types of deaths that occur as a result of poisoning and their late symptoms. | 16, 9 | A |
| 6. Evaluates the internal and external examination findings of cases requiring forensic autopsy. | 16, 9 | A |
| 6.1. Explain the relationship between poison and metabolites in postmortem tissues and death. | 16, 9 | A |
| 6.2. Analyzes samples taken from postmortem tissues using chromatographic methods and evaluates chromatograms. | 16, 9 | A |
| 6.3. Analyzes samples taken from postmortem tissues using spectrophotometric methods and evaluates absorbance measurements and spectra. | 16, 9 | A |
| Teaching Methods: | 16: Question - Answer Technique, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Principles of forensic toxicology | 1 |
| 2 | 2. Classification of toxic substances | 1 |
| 3 | 3. Classification of toxic substances: Gaseous poisons/chromatography, Addictive poisons | 1 |
| 4 | 4. Classification of toxic substances: Poisonings with chemical solvents | 1 |
| 5 | 5.Classification of toxic substances: Poisoning with drugs and pesticides | 1 |
| 6 | 6. Analytic role in forensic toxicology | 1 |
| 7 | 7. Analytic role in forensic toxicology | 1 |
| 8 | 8. Toxilogical investigation of a poison death | 1 |
| 9 | 9. Toxilogical investigation of a poison death | 1 |
| 10 | 10. Criminal poisoning of the living | 1 |
| 11 | 11. Quick tests and reactions with biological samples in forensic toxicology | 1 |
| 12 | 12. Analytical procedures | 1 |
| 13 | 13. Analytical procedures: Chromatography | 1 |
| 14 | 14. Analytical procedures: Spectrophotometry | 1 |
| Resources |
| 1. Lecture notes |
| 1. Lowry W.T., Garriott J.C. Forensic Toxicology Controlled Substances and Dangerous Drugs, Plenum Press, New York, 1979 |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | PQ-1. Skilfully use information technology to access, follow, evaluate and apply current knowledge in the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences. | ||||||
| 2 | PQ-2. Have advanced knowledge in APIs and DPs. | ||||||
| 3 | PQ-3. Collaborate with the experts for collection, interpretation, application and declaration of data in Pharmaceutical Sciences field. | X | |||||
| 4 | PQ-4. Provide best patient counseling services and medication therapy management using his/her knowledge and pharmaceutical information systems to improve the quality of life and safety of patient. | ||||||
| 5 | PQ-5. Capable of organizing and administering a drugstore as per responsibilities prescribed under the Pharmacy Law, using skills, knowledge and advanced technology systems. | X | |||||
| 6 | PQ-6. Skilfully use computer programs and advanced technology related to the Pharmaceutical Sciences. | ||||||
| 7 | PQ-7. Provide solutions to the professional issues using scientific knowledge and data. | ||||||
| 8 | PQ-8. Perform identification, quality control and standardization of the drug products. | ||||||
| 9 | PQ-9. Prepare and implement developmental plans for his/her subordinates, frequently evaluate their progress and make necessary adjustments. | ||||||
| 10 | PQ-10. Capable of conducting independent studies with his/her advanced knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences, takes responsibilities in professional organizations and efficiently collaborates with the members of his/her own organization as well as other organizations. | X | |||||
| 11 | PQ-11. Clearly show signs of adoption of life-long learning and openness to further development. | X | |||||
| 12 | PQ-12. Critically evaluate their knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences. | ||||||
| 13 | PQ-13. Closely follow and evaluate the national and international professional developments. | X | |||||
| 14 | PQ-14. Record and document all professional activities and applications. | X | |||||
| 15 | PQ-15. Communicate all necessary information about medicines to patient, medical personnel and public. | ||||||
| 16 | PQ-16. Proficient in English to communicate and follow current knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences. | ||||||
| 17 | PQ-17. Inform officials and organizations about the issues with the quality assurance of pharmaceutical products. | ||||||
| 18 | PQ-18. Actively involve in the preparation of APIs, every stage of the formulation and production of DPs. | ||||||
| 19 | PQ-19. Knowledgable in the regulatory rules of new drug application, data protection and patent issues and understand their interrelationship. | ||||||
| 20 | PQ-20. Have awareness of his/her duties, rights and responsibilities and act based on Pharmacy Law and high professional ethical standards. | ||||||
| 21 | PQ-21. Familiar with and actively pursue the personal and public health, environmental, and work safety issues. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 14 | 2 | 28 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 10 | 2 | 20 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Quiz | 1 | 2 | 2 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 14 | 14 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 94 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(94/30) | 3 | |||||
| ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. | ||||||
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FORENSIC TOXICOLOGY | - | Fall Semester | 2+0 | 2 | 3 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | Turkish |
| Course Level | First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Gülden Zehra OMURTAG |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Assist.Prof. Sultan Mehtap BÜYÜKER, Lect.Dr. Esma SÖYLEMEZ YEŞİLÇİMEN |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | Causality assessment between chemical exposure and occurence of lethal / toxic effects and toxicological analysis needed for clarification of criminal records. |
| Course Content | This course contains; 1. Principles of forensic toxicology,2. Classification of toxic substances,3. Classification of toxic substances: Gaseous poisons/chromatography, Addictive poisons,4. Classification of toxic substances: Poisonings with chemical solvents,5.Classification of toxic substances: Poisoning with drugs and pesticides,6. Analytic role in forensic toxicology,7. Analytic role in forensic toxicology,8. Toxilogical investigation of a poison death,9. Toxilogical investigation of a poison death,10. Criminal poisoning of the living,11. Quick tests and reactions with biological samples in forensic toxicology,12. Analytical procedures,13. Analytical procedures: Chromatography,14. Analytical procedures: Spectrophotometry. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| 1. Defines the science of forensic toxicology. | 16, 9 | A |
| 1.1 Evaluates cases within the scope of forensic cases from a toxicological perspective. | 16, 9 | A |
| 2. Evaluates poisons according to their isolation methods and chemical forms. | 16, 9 | A |
| 2.1. Explains the toxicity mechanisms of organic solvents and inorganic poisons. | 16, 9 | A |
| 2.2. Define poisons of human and agricultural origin. | 16, 9 | A |
| 2.3. Describes poisons in gaseous form and their analysis methods toxicologically. | 16, 9 | A |
| 3. It classifies addictive substances. | 16, 9 | A |
| 3.1. Explains ways to search for addictive substances in biological samples. | 16, 9 | A |
| 3.2. Explain workplace substance use tests. | 16, 9 | A |
| 4. Gives examples of biological samples used for toxicological analysis and the tests to be performed. | 16, 9 | A |
| 4.1. Explains the principles of tests required for the rapid detection of poisons in biological samples. | 16, 9 | A |
| 5. Explain the types of deaths that occur as a result of poisoning and their late symptoms. | 16, 9 | A |
| 6. Evaluates the internal and external examination findings of cases requiring forensic autopsy. | 16, 9 | A |
| 6.1. Explain the relationship between poison and metabolites in postmortem tissues and death. | 16, 9 | A |
| 6.2. Analyzes samples taken from postmortem tissues using chromatographic methods and evaluates chromatograms. | 16, 9 | A |
| 6.3. Analyzes samples taken from postmortem tissues using spectrophotometric methods and evaluates absorbance measurements and spectra. | 16, 9 | A |
| Teaching Methods: | 16: Question - Answer Technique, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | A: Traditional Written Exam |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Principles of forensic toxicology | 1 |
| 2 | 2. Classification of toxic substances | 1 |
| 3 | 3. Classification of toxic substances: Gaseous poisons/chromatography, Addictive poisons | 1 |
| 4 | 4. Classification of toxic substances: Poisonings with chemical solvents | 1 |
| 5 | 5.Classification of toxic substances: Poisoning with drugs and pesticides | 1 |
| 6 | 6. Analytic role in forensic toxicology | 1 |
| 7 | 7. Analytic role in forensic toxicology | 1 |
| 8 | 8. Toxilogical investigation of a poison death | 1 |
| 9 | 9. Toxilogical investigation of a poison death | 1 |
| 10 | 10. Criminal poisoning of the living | 1 |
| 11 | 11. Quick tests and reactions with biological samples in forensic toxicology | 1 |
| 12 | 12. Analytical procedures | 1 |
| 13 | 13. Analytical procedures: Chromatography | 1 |
| 14 | 14. Analytical procedures: Spectrophotometry | 1 |
| Resources |
| 1. Lecture notes |
| 1. Lowry W.T., Garriott J.C. Forensic Toxicology Controlled Substances and Dangerous Drugs, Plenum Press, New York, 1979 |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | PQ-1. Skilfully use information technology to access, follow, evaluate and apply current knowledge in the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences. | ||||||
| 2 | PQ-2. Have advanced knowledge in APIs and DPs. | ||||||
| 3 | PQ-3. Collaborate with the experts for collection, interpretation, application and declaration of data in Pharmaceutical Sciences field. | X | |||||
| 4 | PQ-4. Provide best patient counseling services and medication therapy management using his/her knowledge and pharmaceutical information systems to improve the quality of life and safety of patient. | ||||||
| 5 | PQ-5. Capable of organizing and administering a drugstore as per responsibilities prescribed under the Pharmacy Law, using skills, knowledge and advanced technology systems. | X | |||||
| 6 | PQ-6. Skilfully use computer programs and advanced technology related to the Pharmaceutical Sciences. | ||||||
| 7 | PQ-7. Provide solutions to the professional issues using scientific knowledge and data. | ||||||
| 8 | PQ-8. Perform identification, quality control and standardization of the drug products. | ||||||
| 9 | PQ-9. Prepare and implement developmental plans for his/her subordinates, frequently evaluate their progress and make necessary adjustments. | ||||||
| 10 | PQ-10. Capable of conducting independent studies with his/her advanced knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences, takes responsibilities in professional organizations and efficiently collaborates with the members of his/her own organization as well as other organizations. | X | |||||
| 11 | PQ-11. Clearly show signs of adoption of life-long learning and openness to further development. | X | |||||
| 12 | PQ-12. Critically evaluate their knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences. | ||||||
| 13 | PQ-13. Closely follow and evaluate the national and international professional developments. | X | |||||
| 14 | PQ-14. Record and document all professional activities and applications. | X | |||||
| 15 | PQ-15. Communicate all necessary information about medicines to patient, medical personnel and public. | ||||||
| 16 | PQ-16. Proficient in English to communicate and follow current knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences. | ||||||
| 17 | PQ-17. Inform officials and organizations about the issues with the quality assurance of pharmaceutical products. | ||||||
| 18 | PQ-18. Actively involve in the preparation of APIs, every stage of the formulation and production of DPs. | ||||||
| 19 | PQ-19. Knowledgable in the regulatory rules of new drug application, data protection and patent issues and understand their interrelationship. | ||||||
| 20 | PQ-20. Have awareness of his/her duties, rights and responsibilities and act based on Pharmacy Law and high professional ethical standards. | ||||||
| 21 | PQ-21. Familiar with and actively pursue the personal and public health, environmental, and work safety issues. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 40 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 60 | |
| Total | 100 | |