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Course Stream MST1 - MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) · 24 August 2017
APPROVED
MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology)Awards
No Programme Award Assigned
Course Stream Code: MST1
Mode of Delivery: Full Time
No. of Semesters : 2
NFQ Level: 9
EQF Level: 7
EHEA Level: Second Cycle
Embedded Award: No
Valid From: 2017-18 (01-09-17 – 31-08-18)
Course: Master of Science (Toxicology)
Discipline: College of Science
Location: NUIG
Course Stream Director: HOWARD OLIVER FEARNHEAD
Educational Aim of Course Stream: n/a
Clearing House Code: GYS181.
Course Stream MST1 - MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) · 24 August 2017
Semester Schedules
Code: 1MST1 / Location: NUIG / 90 ECTS / Semester 1
Optional
Mod Code ModuleTitle
Co-ordinator Level ECTSCredits
FT ContactHours
PT ContactHours
WrittenAssessment
ContinuousAssessment
Oral, AudioVisual orPracticalAssessment
Department-basedAssessment
Research Study Abroad Computer-basedAssessment
PM5114 ScreeningMolecularLibraries(Approved)
9 5 4.58 0.00 0 10 90 0 0 0 0
Core
Mod Code Module Title Co-ordinator Level ECTSCredits
FT ContactHours
PT ContactHours
WrittenAssessment
ContinuousAssessment
Oral, AudioVisual orPracticalAssessment
Department-basedAssessment
Research Study Abroad Computer-basedAssessment
PM5108 AppliedToxicology(Approved)
9 5 0.25 0.00 0 0 0 100 0 0 0
PM209 AppliedConcepts inPharmacology(Approved)
8 5 1.83 0.00 0 30 0 0 0 0 70
PM208 FundamentalConcepts inPharmacology(Approved)
8 5 1.83 0.00 0 30 0 0 0 0 70
PM311 Introduction toToxicology(Approved)
8 5 1.50 0.00 0 40 0 0 0 0 60
PM5102 ExperimentalMethods inPharmacology(Approved)
9 10 62.00 0.00 0 0 0 70 0 0 30
Course Stream MST1 - MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) · 24 August 2017
Exempt Only
Mod Code Module Title Co-ordinator Level ECTSCredits
FT ContactHours
PT ContactHours
WrittenAssessment
ContinuousAssessment
Oral, AudioVisual orPracticalAssessment
Department-basedAssessment
Research Study Abroad Computer-basedAssessment
PM550 WrittenExaminations(Approved)
N/A 0 0.00 0.00 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
PM560 CourseAssessment(Approved)
N/A 0 0.00 0.00 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
PM570 ToxicologyResearchProject(Approved)
N/A 0 0.00 0.00 0 100 0 0 0 0 0
Course Stream MST1 - MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) · 24 August 2017
Code: 1MST1 / Location: NUIG / 90 ECTS / Semester 2
Core
Mod Code Module Title Co-ordinator Level ECTSCredits
FT ContactHours
PT ContactHours
WrittenAssessment
ContinuousAssessment
Oral, AudioVisual orPracticalAssessment
Department-basedAssessment
Research Study Abroad Computer-basedAssessment
PM5110 CurrentTopics inToxicology(Approved)
9 10 0.83 0.00 0 0 0 100 0 0 0
PM5112 ResearchProject inToxicology(Approved)
9 30 0.00 0.00 0 0 0 0 100 0 0
PM5111 AdvancedToxicology(Approved)
9 5 1.25 0.00 100 0 0 0 0 0 0
PM5109 ExperimentalToxiocology(Approved)
9 15 9.17 0.00 20 0 0 80 0 0 0
Year 1 Awards :
Degree of Master of Science (Exit Only)
Course Stream MST1 - MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) · 24 August 2017
PO DeliveryNo Course Stream Outcomes Data has been attached to this Course Stream yet.
Course Stream MST1 - MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) · 24 August 2017
Who Can AccessStaff Member Staff Number
CORA COSTELLO 0023560S
OLIVE MILLS 0104261S
CLAIRE MITCHELL 0023293S
KILIAN JOSEPH DOOLEY 0108749S
CYRIL REDDINGTON 0066316S
PM5114: ScreeningMolecular Libraries( Semester:1 Optional )
Module Details
Title Short: Screening Molecular Libraries APPROVED
Language of Instruction: English
Module Code: PM5114
ECTS Credits: 5
NFQ Level: 9
EQF Level: 7
EHEA Level: Second Cycle
Valid From: 2016-17 (01-09-16 – 31-08-17)
Teaching Period: Semester 1
Module Delivered in 11 programme(s)
Module Owner: KEVIN SULLIVAN
Module Discipline: PM - Pharmacology
Source: This module is developed under the PRTLI PhD programme in Molecular Cell Biology. It is designed tointegrate the capabilities of the Biomedical Sciences Screening Core Facility into MSc and PhD trainingprogrammes at NUIG. The intent is to provide a strong educational experience in an importantbiotechnology area and also to promote application of the Screening Core capabilities to PhD projects. AsDirector of the Screening Core, Dr. Fearnhead has designed the curriculum with assistance from Prof.Sullivan.
Module Description: The module will provide training in high-throughput and high-content screening technologies to post-graduate students. The course delivers training through a mixture of lectures, practical classes, tutorials,assignments and a training workshop. Students will gain theoretical and practical knowledge of high-throughput and high-content screening and develop proficiency in a range of data analysis techniques. Thecourse will be delivered through the Biomedical Sciences Screening Core Facility at NUI Galway. Thefacility is fully equipped to deliver all aspects of the course. The course will be open to research MScstudents and PhD students in biomedical sciences (College of Science, College of Medicine and otherrelevant Colleges ) subject to capacity and approval of the Module owner.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
LO1 Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of the principles and concepts of screening.
LO2 Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the recent developments and applications in the field of screening
LO3 Demonstrate a competency in a wide range laboratory skills relevant to high-throughput and high content screening activity
LO4 Identify the key features important when designing new screens,
LO5 Be able to conduct a screen proficiently and to appropriately analyse and summarise screening data.
PM5114: ScreeningMolecular Libraries( Semester:1 Optional )
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Introduction to High-throughput screeningOverview lecture on high-throughput screening technology
Assay developmentLecture on assay development, set-up, validation and parameterisation.
LibrariesLecture on library types, sources and management.
Performing a screenCase studies analysis of screening experiments
Data analysisCase studies data analysis procedures used in evaluation of screening experiments
Topics in High-Throughput ScreeningInvited lecturer and assigned literature reading
Workshop in high content automated microscopyA hands on demonstration of the high content automated microscopy platform
Workshop in data capture and analysisDemonstration workshop addressing data acquisition, management and analysis
Practical in Assay Setupn/a
Practical in Cell Treatmentn/a
Practical in Assay Readoutn/a
Practical in high content automated microscopyPractical applications from workshop data
Tutorial Introduction to Rn/a
Tutorial Analysis of Screening Datan/a
Tutorial Analysis of a Large Datasetn/a
Course and assignment reviewDiscussion of course and review of assignments
No Written Assessment
Continuous Assessment
AssessmentType
AssessmentDescription
Outcomeaddressed
% oftotal
MarksOut of
PassMarks
Sitting AssessmentPeriod
AssessmentDate
Duration Mandatory
ContinuousAssessment1
Basicstatisticalmethods.Studentswill analysedatasetsobtainedfromscreeningprojects.
3,5 10.00 100 0 FirstSitting
Semester 1 n/a 0 True
Oral, Audio Visual or Practical Assessment
AssessmentType
AssessmentDescription
Outcomeaddressed
% oftotal
MarksOut of
PassMarks
Sitting AssessmentPeriod
AssessmentDate
Duration Mandatory
Practical 1 ImageAnalysis.Students willapplyquantitativeimage analysismethods toexperimentaldata developedin theworkshop. Avariety ofmorphometricand intensity-basedmeasurementswill bedeveloped.
1,2,3 10.00 100 40 FirstSitting
Semester 1 n/a 0 True
Practical 2 Data migrationand dataplotting.Students willtransfer a largedataset andplotrepresentationsof the data.
1,3,5 40.00 100 40 FirstSitting
Semester 1 n/a 0 True
Practical 3 Analysis of alarge dataset.Students willcombine skillsto download,organise,process,statisticallyevaluate andplot a fullscreen dataset.
1,2,3,4,5 40.00 100 40 FirstSitting
Semester 1 n/a 0 True
No Department-based Assessment
No Research
No Study Abroad
No Computer-based Assessment
The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
PM5114: ScreeningMolecular Libraries( Semester:1 Optional )
PM5114: ScreeningMolecular Libraries( Semester:1 Optional )
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type WorkLoad Description LearningOutcomes
Hours Frequency AverageWeeklyLearnerWorkload
Lecture Attendance to lectures, 6 sessions 1,2,4 6 PerSemester
0.50
Lecture Tutorial sessions focused on experimental and datamethods. 4 sessions.
1,4,5 4 PerSemester
0.33
Lab Practical sessions 1,3,5 8 PerSemester
0.67
Lab High Content Screening Workshops 1,2,3,4,5 12 PerSemester
1.00
Independent Learning Image analysis assignment 1,2,3,5 6 PerSemester
0.50
Independent Learning Statistical Methods assignment 1,3,4,5 6 PerSemester
0.50
Independent Learning Data Management and Plotting assignment 1,3,5 8 PerSemester
0.67
Lab Analysis of Large Datasets 1,2,3,5 25 PerSemester
2.08
Independent Learning Autonomous and assigned reading. 1,2,4 30 PerSemester
2.50
Independent Learning Maintain course notebook 1,2,3,4,5 15 PerSemester
1.25
Total Hours 120.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 10.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.58
This module has no Part Time workload.
Module Resources
This module does not have any book resources
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
Module Full Time Equivalent
Module Full Time Equivalent
Discipline %
Pharmacology 80
Biochemistry 20
Module Delivered in
Course Stream Code Course Stream Title
MST1 MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) (Approved)
NP1 NP1 Master of Science (Neuropharmacology) (Approved)
SMD1 SMD1 Structured Doctor of Medicine (Approved)
SMD2 SMD2 Structured Doctor of Medicine (P/T) (Approved)
SPD1 SPD1 Structured Ph.D (Medicine) (Approved)
SPD2 SPD2 Structured Ph.D (Medicine) P/T (Approved)
SPL1 SPL1 Structured Ph.D. (Health Sciences) (Approved)
SPL2 SPL2 Structured Ph.D (Health Sciences) P/T (Approved)
SPN1 SPN1 Structured Ph.D (Nursing & Midwifery ) (Approved)
SPN2 SPN2 Structured Ph.D (Nursing & Midwifery) P/T (Approved)
SPS1 SPS1 Structured Ph.D. (Science) (Approved)
Module Instructors
Module Instructors
Staff Member Staff Email
HOWARD OLIVER FEARNHEAD [email protected]
KEVIN SULLIVAN [email protected]
PM5108: Applied Toxicology( Semester:1 Core )
Module Details
Title Short: Applied Toxicology APPROVED
Module Code: PM5108
ECTS Credits: 5
NFQ Level: 9
EQF Level: 7
EHEA Level: Second Cycle
Valid From: 2015-16 (01-09-15 – 31-08-16)
Teaching Period: Semester 1
Module Delivered in 2 programme(s)
Module Owner: HOWARD OLIVER FEARNHEAD
Module Discipline: PM - Pharmacology
Module Description: Self-directed learning module to apply the principles of toxicology to the assessment of toxicologicalcatastrophes, individual toxicants and classes of toxicants
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
LO1 Collect/collate toxicological data on specific toxicants or classes of toxicants
LO2 Interpret toxicological data
LO3 Apply knowledge of toxicity assessment including challenges faced in extrapolating risks to man to interpret risk posed byspecific toxciants or classes of toxicants
LO4 Apply knowledge of the factors affecting toxic responses, specific mechanisms of toxic action, and knowledge of target organtoxicity to specific toxicants or classes of toxicants
PM5108: Applied Toxicology( Semester:1 Core )
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
EssayWritten essay on the assessment of a toxicological catastrophe/disaster
ProfileWritten essay - describing and assessing a named toxicant
PosterPoster Presentation describing and comparing a class of toxicants
No Written Assessment
No Continuous Assessment
No Oral, Audio Visual or Practical Assessment
Department-based Assessment
AssessmentType
AssessmentDescription
Outcomeaddressed
% oftotal
MarksOut of
PassMarks
Sitting AssessmentPeriod
AssessmentDate
Duration Mandatory
DepartmentalAssessment1
N/A 1,2,3,4 100.00 0 0 FirstSitting
Semester 1 n/a 0 False
DepartmentalAssessment1
N/A 1,2,3,4 100.00 0 0 SecondSitting
Autumn n/a 0 False
No Research
No Study Abroad
No Computer-based Assessment
The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
PM5108: Applied Toxicology( Semester:1 Core )
PM5108: Applied Toxicology( Semester:1 Core )
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type WorkLoad Description LearningOutcomes
Hours Frequency AverageWeeklyLearnerWorkload
Tutorial 1 hour duration 1,2,3,4 3 PerSemester
0.25
Independent & DirectedLearning (Non-contact)
No Description 1,2,3,4 117 PerSemester
9.75
Total Hours 120.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 10.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 0.25
This module has no Part Time workload.
Module Resources
This module does not have any book resources
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
Module Full Time Equivalent
Module Full Time Equivalent
Discipline %
Pharmacology 100
Module Delivered in
Course Stream Code Course Stream Title
MST1 MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) (Approved)
SPS1 SPS1 Structured Ph.D. (Science) (Approved)
Module Instructors
Module Instructors
Staff Member Staff Email
HOWARD OLIVER FEARNHEAD [email protected]
DECLAN PATRICK MCKERNAN [email protected]
UNA RYAN [email protected]
PM209: Applied Concepts inPharmacology( Semester:1 Core )
Module Details
Title Short: Applied Concepts in Pharmacology APPROVED
Language of Instruction: English
Module Code: PM209
ECTS Credits: 5
NFQ Level: 8
EQF Level: 6
EHEA Level: First Cycle
Valid From: 2016-17 (01-09-16 – 31-08-17)
Teaching Period: Semester 1
Module Delivered in 14 programme(s)
Module Owner: MAURA GREALY
Module Discipline: PM - Pharmacology
Module Description: This module introduces students to autonomic pharmacology and drug discovery and development. Acombination of lectures, tutorials and workshops will be used.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
LO1 Describe the process of adrenergic and cholinergic neurotransmission including receptors and transporters.
LO2 Relate drug mechanism of action to autonomic neurotransmission
LO3 Describe how new molecular entities are discovered and developed into drug candidates for human clinical trials
LO4 Summarize the clinical trial process including adverse effects
LO5 Derive dose-response curves for agonists and antagonists in the ANS
LO6 Interpret clinical trial data
PM209: Applied Concepts inPharmacology( Semester:1 Core )
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Applied Concepts in PharmacologyThis module introduces students to drug action on the autonomic nervous system and to the process of discovering and developing newdrugs.
No Written Assessment
Continuous Assessment
AssessmentType
AssessmentDescription
Outcomeaddressed
% oftotal
MarksOut of
PassMarks
Sitting AssessmentPeriod
AssessmentDate
Duration Mandatory
ContinuousAssessment1
n/a 1,2,3,4,5,6 30.00 100 0 FirstSitting
Semester 1 n/a 0 True
ContinuousAssessment1
There is nosecondsitting of theCA. CAresults arecarriedforwardfrom 1stsitting.
1,2,3,4,5,6 30.00 100 0 SecondSitting
Autumn n/a 0 True
No Oral, Audio Visual or Practical Assessment
No Department-based Assessment
No Research
No Study Abroad
Computer-based Assessment
AssessmentType
AssessmentDescription
Outcomeaddressed
% oftotal
MarksOut of
PassMarks
Sitting AssessmentPeriod
AssessmentDate
Duration Mandatory
ComputerBased -Paper 1
N/A 1,2,3,4,5,6 70.00 100 0 FirstSitting
Semester 1 n/a 2:00 True
Assessment is marked as bondable but has no matching assessments
ComputerBased -Paper 1
N/A 1,2,3,4,5,6 70.00 100 0 SecondSitting
Autumn n/a 2:00 True
Assessment is marked as bondable but has no matching assessments
The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
PM209: Applied Concepts inPharmacology( Semester:1 Core )
PM209: Applied Concepts inPharmacology( Semester:1 Core )
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type WorkLoad Description LearningOutcomes
Hours Frequency AverageWeeklyLearnerWorkload
Lecture 1 hour duration 1,2,3,4,5,6 16 PerSemester
1.33
Tutorial 2 hour duration 1,2,3,4,5,6 2 PerSemester
0.17
Lab 1 hour duration 1,2,3,4,5,6 4 PerSemester
0.33
Independent & DirectedLearning (Non-contact)
No Description 1,2,3,4,5,6 100 PerSemester
8.33
Total Hours 122.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 10.17
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.83
This module has no Part Time workload.
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
Rang, H.P., Dale, Ritter, Flower & Henderson, Pharmacology, 7th Edition Ed., Churchill Livingstone
Golan, D.E 2011, Principles of Pharmacology, 3rd edition Ed.
Harvey, R.A, Lippincott’s Illustrated Reviews Pharmacology, 5th Edition. Ed.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
Module Full Time Equivalent
Module Full Time Equivalent
Discipline %
Pharmacology 100
Module Delivered in
Course Stream Code Course Stream Title
BO1 BO1 Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) (Approved)
BPC1 BPC1 Bachelor of Science (Biopharmaceutical Chemistry) (Approved)
BS1 BS1 Bachelor of Science Degree (Undenominated) (Approved)
BS9 BS9 B.Sc. Degree (Undenominated) (Approved)
CNS1 CNS1 Master of Science (Clinical Neuroscience) (Approved)
EM1 EM1 Erasmus (Approved)
MSR1 MSR1 Master of Science (Regenerative Medicine) (Approved)
MST1 MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) (Approved)
MT1 MT1 Master of Science (Biotechnology) (Approved)
MT2 MT2 Master of Science (Biotechnology) (P/T) (Approved)
NP1 NP1 Master of Science (Neuropharmacology) (Approved)
OA1 OA1 Visiting Students (Approved)
SPS1 SPS1 Structured Ph.D. (Science) (Approved)
SWB1 SWB1 Science Without Borders (Approved)
Module Instructors
Module Instructors
Staff Member Staff Email
EILÍS DOWD [email protected]
MAURA GREALY [email protected]
JOHN KELLY [email protected]
DECLAN PATRICK MCKERNAN [email protected]
UNA RYAN [email protected]
PM208: FundamentalConcepts in Pharmacology( Semester:1 Core )
Module Details
Title Short: Fundamental Concepts in Pharmacology APPROVED
Module Code: PM208
ECTS Credits: 5
NFQ Level: 8
EQF Level: 6
EHEA Level: First Cycle
Valid From: 2016-17 (01-09-16 – 31-08-17)
Teaching Period: Semester 1
Module Delivered in 20 programme(s)
Module Owner: MAURA GREALY
Module Discipline: PM - Pharmacology
Module Description: This module introduces students to fundamental pharmacological concepts of pharmacodynamics andpharmacokinetics. A combination of lectures, tutorials and workshops will be used.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
LO1 describe the main drug targets
LO2 interpret dose response curves for agonists, antagonists, inverse agonists
LO3 calculate molarities, concentrations, volumes required in making solutions
LO4 access and critically analyse and interpret pharmacological data
LO5 describe the processes of absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion for specific drugs
LO6 explain the effects of different routes of administration on absorption of drugs, and effects of food and drug interactions ondrug disposition
LO7 derive pharmacokinetic data and use them to predict clinical properties of drugs
PM208: FundamentalConcepts in Pharmacology( Semester:1 Core )
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Fundamental Concepts in PharmacologyThis module introduces students to core concepts in Pharmacology. These include Pharmacokinetics: how drugs are administered,absorbed, distributed around the body, metabolized and excreted; and Pharmacodynamics: how drugs act on their targets in the body, forinstance activating or inhibiting proteins, effects of increasing dose, and the clinical consequences of both drug pharmacdynamics andpharmackinetics.
No Written Assessment
Continuous Assessment
AssessmentType
AssessmentDescription
Outcomeaddressed
% oftotal
MarksOut of
PassMarks
Sitting AssessmentPeriod
AssessmentDate
Duration Mandatory
ContinuousAssessment1
n/a 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 30.00 100 0 FirstSitting
Semester 1 n/a 0 True
ContinuousAssessment1
There is norepeatsitting of theCA. CAresults arecarriedforwardfrom 1stsitting.
1,2,3,4,5,6,7 30.00 100 0 SecondSitting
Autumn n/a 0 True
No Oral, Audio Visual or Practical Assessment
No Department-based Assessment
No Research
No Study Abroad
Computer-based Assessment
AssessmentType
AssessmentDescription
Outcomeaddressed
% oftotal
MarksOut of
PassMarks
Sitting AssessmentPeriod
AssessmentDate
Duration Mandatory
ComputerBased -Paper 1
N/A 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 70.00 100 0 FirstSitting
Semester 1 n/a 2:00 True
Assessment is marked as bondable but has no matching assessments
ComputerBased -Paper 1
N/A 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 70.00 100 0 SecondSitting
Autumn n/a 2:00 True
Assessment is marked as bondable but has no matching assessments
The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
PM208: FundamentalConcepts in Pharmacology( Semester:1 Core )
PM208: FundamentalConcepts in Pharmacology( Semester:1 Core )
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type WorkLoad Description LearningOutcomes
Hours Frequency AverageWeeklyLearnerWorkload
Lecture 1 hour duration 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 16 PerSemester
1.33
Tutorial 2 hour duration 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 2 PerSemester
0.17
Lab 1 hour duration 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 4 PerSemester
0.33
Independent & DirectedLearning (Non-contact)
No Description 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 80 PerSemester
6.67
Total Hours 102.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 8.50
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.83
This module has no Part Time workload.
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
Rang, H.P., Dale, Ritter, Flower & Henderson 2011, Pharmacology, 7th Edition Ed., Churchill Livingstone
Golan, D.E., et al 2011, Principles of Pharmacology, 3rd edition. Ed.
Harvey, R.A. 2011, Lippincott’s Illustrated Reviews Pharmacology, 5th Edition Ed.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
Module Full Time Equivalent
Module Full Time Equivalent
Discipline %
Pharmacology 100
Module Delivered in
Course Stream Code Course Stream Title
BO1 BO1 Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) (Approved)
BPC1 BPC1 Bachelor of Science (Biopharmaceutical Chemistry) (Approved)
BS1 BS1 Bachelor of Science Degree (Undenominated) (Approved)
BS9 BS9 B.Sc. Degree (Undenominated) (Approved)
BY2 BY2 Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) (Hons.) (Approved)
CMT1 CMT1 Master of Science (Cellular Manufacturing and Therapy) (Approved)
CMT3 CMT3 Postgraduate Diploma in Science (Cellular Manufacturing and Therapy) (Approved)
CNS1 CNS1 Master of Science (Clinical Neuroscience) (Approved)
EM1 EM1 Erasmus (Approved)
MSR1 MSR1 Master of Science (Regenerative Medicine) (Approved)
MST1 MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) (Approved)
MT1 MT1 Master of Science (Biotechnology) (Approved)
MT2 MT2 Master of Science (Biotechnology) (P/T) (Approved)
MV1 MV1 Master of Science (Biomedical Science) (Approved)
MV3 MV3 Postgraduate Certificate in Science (Biomedial Science) (Draft)
MV9 MV9 Postgraduate Diploma (Biomedical Science) (Approved)
NP1 NP1 Master of Science (Neuropharmacology) (Approved)
OA1 OA1 Visiting Students (Approved)
SPS1 SPS1 Structured Ph.D. (Science) (Approved)
SWB1 SWB1 Science Without Borders (Approved)
Module Instructors
Module Instructors
Staff Member Staff Email
EILÍS DOWD [email protected]
MAURA GREALY [email protected]
JOHN KELLY [email protected]
DECLAN PATRICK MCKERNAN [email protected]
UNA RYAN [email protected]
PM311: Introduction toToxicology( Semester:1 Core )
Module Details
Title Short: Introduction to Toxicology APPROVED
Language of Instruction: English
Module Code: PM311
ECTS Credits: 5
NFQ Level: 8
EQF Level: 6
EHEA Level: First Cycle
Valid From: 2016-17 (01-09-16 – 31-08-17)
Teaching Period: Semester 1
Module Delivered in 7 programme(s)
Module Owner: HOWARD OLIVER FEARNHEAD
Module Discipline: PM - Pharmacology
Module Description: A 5ECTS module developed to provide an introduction to Toxicology to third year science students whohave an interest in poisons and a background in Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Anatomy orChemistry. The course involves lectures delivered over one semester and is assessed through continuousassessment and a 2 hour written examination at semester's end.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
LO1 use the language, terms, and definitions of toxicology
LO2 describe the factors affecting toxic responses
LO3 describe specific mechanisms of toxic action
LO4 apply this knowledge to explain specific examples of target organ toxicity
LO5 describe how toxicity assessed and the challenges of risk assessment
LO6 collect toxicological information and apply toxicological principles to specific classes of toxicant and specific situations
PM311: Introduction toToxicology( Semester:1 Core )
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Introduction to ToxicologyThe aim of this module is to introduce key principles and concepts of Toxicology to science students with an interest in poisons and toenable these student to apply these principles and concepts to specific toxicants. The course is delivered in Semester 1 with lecturesdivided into blocks linked to specific learning objectives. The lecture blocks are: Fundamentals of Toxicology: Introduction to key principlesof toxicology, Toxicokinetics: Factors affecting toxic responses including absorption, distribution, metabolism, elimination, Mechanisms ofToxicity: Mechanism of toxic action including biochemical toxicology and mechanisms of cell death, Target Organ Toxicology: The conceptof target organ toxicity and Liver, Lung, Skin, and Nervous System Toxicity, Toxicity Assessment: How toxicity is assessed and challengesfaced in extrapolating risks to man, in vitro and in vivo testing
No Written Assessment
Continuous Assessment
AssessmentType
AssessmentDescription
Outcomeaddressed
% oftotal
MarksOut of
PassMarks
Sitting AssessmentPeriod
AssessmentDate
Duration Mandatory
Essay 1 N/A 1,2,3,4,5,6 40.00 100 0 FirstSitting
Semester 1 n/a 0 True
Essay 1 n/a 1,2,3,4,5,6 40.00 100 0 SecondSitting
Summer n/a 0 True
No Oral, Audio Visual or Practical Assessment
No Department-based Assessment
No Research
No Study Abroad
Computer-based Assessment
AssessmentType
AssessmentDescription
Outcomeaddressed
% oftotal
MarksOut of
PassMarks
Sitting AssessmentPeriod
AssessmentDate
Duration Mandatory
ComputerBased -Paper 1
N/A 1,2,3,4,5,6 60.00 100 0 FirstSitting
Semester 1 n/a 2:00 True
Assessment is marked as bondable but has no matching assessments
ComputerBased -Paper 1
N/A 1,2,3,4,5,6 60.00 100 0 SecondSitting
Autumn n/a 2:00 True
Assessment is marked as bondable but has no matching assessments
The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
PM311: Introduction toToxicology( Semester:1 Core )
PM311: Introduction toToxicology( Semester:1 Core )
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type WorkLoad Description LearningOutcomes
Hours Frequency AverageWeeklyLearnerWorkload
Lecture 1 hour duration 1,2,3,4,5,6 16 PerSemester
1.33
Tutorial 1 hour 1,2,3,4,5,6 2 PerSemester
0.17
Independent & DirectedLearning (Non-contact)
No Description 1,2,3,4,5,6 102 PerSemester
8.50
Total Hours 120.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 10.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.50
This module has no Part Time workload.
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
2010, Casarett & Doull's Essentials of Toxicology, 2 edition Ed., McGraw-Hill Professional
1999, Principles of Biochemical Toxicology, 3 edition Ed.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
Module Full Time Equivalent
Module Full Time Equivalent
Discipline %
Pharmacology 100
Module Delivered in
Course Stream Code Course Stream Title
BO2 BO2 Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science) Honours (Approved)
BS9 BS9 B.Sc. Degree (Undenominated) (Approved)
EM1 EM1 Erasmus (Approved)
MST1 MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) (Approved)
NP1 NP1 Master of Science (Neuropharmacology) (Approved)
OA1 OA1 Visiting Students (Approved)
SWB1 SWB1 Science Without Borders (Approved)
Module Instructors
Module Instructors
Staff Member Staff Email
HOWARD OLIVER FEARNHEAD [email protected]
DAVID FINN [email protected]
DECLAN PATRICK MCKERNAN [email protected]
PM5102: ExperimentalMethods in Pharmacology( Semester:1 Core )
Module Details
Title Short: Experimental Methods in Pharmacology APPROVED
Module Code: PM5102
ECTS Credits: 10
NFQ Level: 9
EQF Level: 7
EHEA Level: Second Cycle
Valid From: 2017-18 (01-09-17 – 31-08-18)
Teaching Period: Semester 1
Module Delivered in 3 programme(s)
Module Owner: DECLAN PATRICK MCKERNAN
Module Discipline: PM - Pharmacology
Module Description: A practical-based module that aims to develop laboratory skills in conjunction with data analysis andinterpretation using computer software
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
LO1 Be proficient in lab skills
LO2 Construct graphical representations of data sets
LO3 Interpret experimental data
LO4 Analyse data using the appropriate methods
LO5 Provide rationale for choosing appropriate statistical methods
LO6 Critically evaluate scientific data in the literature
LO7 Create experimental reports based on the analysis of data sets
PM5102: ExperimentalMethods in Pharmacology( Semester:1 Core )
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Lab PracticalsTo develop basic practical skills such as pipetting, to construct standard curves and to make students proficient at laboratory calculations
Data analysisTo develop basic practical skills such as pipetting, to construct standard curves and to make students proficient at laboratory calculations
No Written Assessment
No Continuous Assessment
No Oral, Audio Visual or Practical Assessment
Department-based Assessment
AssessmentType
AssessmentDescription
Outcomeaddressed
% oftotal
MarksOut of
PassMarks
Sitting AssessmentPeriod
AssessmentDate
Duration Mandatory
DepartmentalAssessment1
Laboratorypracticalreports &departmentalcomputerexam
1,2,3,4,5,6,7 70.00 100 0 FirstSitting
Semester 1 n/a 0 True
DepartmentalAssessment1
Laboratorypracticalreports &departmentalcomputerexams
1,2,3,4,5,6,7 70.00 100 0 SecondSitting
Autumn n/a 0 True
No Research
No Study Abroad
Computer-based Assessment
AssessmentType
AssessmentDescription
Outcomeaddressed
% oftotal
MarksOut of
PassMarks
Sitting AssessmentPeriod
AssessmentDate
Duration Mandatory
ComputerBased -Paper 1
n/a 2,3,4,5,6 30.00 100 1 FirstSitting
Semester 1 n/a 2:00 True
Assessment is marked as bondable but has no matching assessments
ComputerBased -Paper 1
n/a 2,3,4,5,6 30.00 100 0 SecondSitting
Autumn n/a 2:00 True
Assessment is marked as bondable but has no matching assessments
The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
PM5102: ExperimentalMethods in Pharmacology( Semester:1 Core )
PM5102: ExperimentalMethods in Pharmacology( Semester:1 Core )
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type WorkLoad Description LearningOutcomes
Hours Frequency AverageWeeklyLearnerWorkload
Lab 3 hour duration 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 24 PerSemester
2.00
Independent & DirectedLearning (Non-contact)
No Description 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 116 PerSemester
9.67
Tutorial Data analysis tutorials 2,3,4,5,6,7 60 EveryWeek
60.00
Total Hours 200.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 71.67
Total Weekly Contact Hours 62.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
Module Resources
This module does not have any book resources
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
Module Full Time Equivalent
Module Full Time Equivalent
Discipline %
Pharmacology 100
Module Delivered in
Course Stream Code Course Stream Title
MST1 MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) (Approved)
NP1 NP1 Master of Science (Neuropharmacology) (Approved)
SPS1 SPS1 Structured Ph.D. (Science) (Approved)
Module Instructors
Module Instructors
Staff Member Staff Email
JOHN KELLY [email protected]
DECLAN PATRICK MCKERNAN [email protected]
AMBROSE O'HALLORAN [email protected]
UNA RYAN [email protected]
PM550: Written Examinations
( Semester:1 Exempt Only )
Module Details
Title Short: Written Examinations APPROVED
Module Code: PM550
ECTS Credits:
NFQ Level: N/A
EQF Level:
EHEA Level:
Valid From: 2014-15 (01-09-14 – 31-08-15)
Teaching Period: Not applicable
Module Delivered in 1 programme(s)
Module Owner: MAURA GREALY
Module Discipline: PM - Pharmacology
Module Description: no description provided
Learning Outcomes
No learning outcomes provided
PM550: Written Examinations
( Semester:1 Exempt Only )
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
No indicative content
The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
PM550: Written Examinations
( Semester:1 Exempt Only )
PM550: Written Examinations
( Semester:1 Exempt Only )
Module Workload
This module has no Full Time workload.
This module has no Part Time workload.
Module Resources
This module does not have any book resources
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
Module Full Time Equivalent
Module Full Time Equivalent
Discipline %
Pharmacology 100
Module Delivered in
Course Stream Code Course Stream Title
MST1 MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) (Approved)
Module Instructors
Module Instructors
Staff Member Staff Email
No Teacher Staff Assigned
PM560: Course Assessment( Semester:1 Exempt Only )
Module Details
Title Short: Course Assessment APPROVED
Module Code: PM560
ECTS Credits:
NFQ Level: N/A
EQF Level:
EHEA Level:
Valid From: 2014-15 (01-09-14 – 31-08-15)
Teaching Period: Not applicable
Module Delivered in 1 programme(s)
Module Owner: UNA RYAN
Module Discipline: PM - Pharmacology
Module Description: no description provided
Learning Outcomes
No learning outcomes provided
PM560: Course Assessment( Semester:1 Exempt Only )
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
No indicative content
The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
PM560: Course Assessment( Semester:1 Exempt Only )
PM560: Course Assessment( Semester:1 Exempt Only )
Module Workload
This module has no Full Time workload.
This module has no Part Time workload.
Module Resources
This module does not have any book resources
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
Module Full Time Equivalent
Module Full Time Equivalent
Discipline %
Pharmacology 100
Module Delivered in
Course Stream Code Course Stream Title
MST1 MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) (Approved)
Module Instructors
Module Instructors
Staff Member Staff Email
No Teacher Staff Assigned
PM570: Toxicology ResearchProject( Semester:1 Exempt Only )
Module Details
Title Short: Toxicology Research Project APPROVED
Module Code: PM570
ECTS Credits:
NFQ Level: N/A
EQF Level:
EHEA Level:
Valid From: 2014-15 (01-09-14 – 31-08-15)
Teaching Period: Not applicable
Module Delivered in 1 programme(s)
Module Owner: MAURA GREALY
Module Discipline: PM - Pharmacology
Module Description: no description provided
Learning Outcomes
No learning outcomes provided
PM570: Toxicology ResearchProject( Semester:1 Exempt Only )
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
No indicative content
No Written Assessment
Continuous Assessment
AssessmentType
AssessmentDescription
Outcomeaddressed
% oftotal
MarksOut of
PassMarks
Sitting AssessmentPeriod
AssessmentDate
Duration Mandatory
Project 1 N/A 100.00 0 0 FirstSitting
Autumn n/a 0 False
No Oral, Audio Visual or Practical Assessment
No Department-based Assessment
No Research
No Study Abroad
No Computer-based Assessment
The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
PM570: Toxicology ResearchProject( Semester:1 Exempt Only )
PM570: Toxicology ResearchProject( Semester:1 Exempt Only )
Module Workload
This module has no Full Time workload.
This module has no Part Time workload.
Module Resources
This module does not have any book resources
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
Module Full Time Equivalent
Module Full Time Equivalent
Discipline %
Pharmacology 100
Module Delivered in
Course Stream Code Course Stream Title
MST1 MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) (Approved)
Module Instructors
Module Instructors
Staff Member Staff Email
No Teacher Staff Assigned
PM5110: Current Topics inToxicology( Semester:2 Core )
Module Details
Title Short: Current Topics in Toxicology APPROVED
Module Code: PM5110
ECTS Credits: 10
NFQ Level: 9
EQF Level: 7
EHEA Level: Second Cycle
Valid From: 2015-16 (01-09-15 – 31-08-16)
Teaching Period: Semester 2
Module Delivered in 1 programme(s)
Module Owner: DECLAN PATRICK MCKERNAN
Module Discipline: PM - Pharmacology
Module Description: This is a self-directed assignment-based module that aims to develop students' capabilities in data analysis,interpretation and presentation and to familiarise them with recent advances and controversial topics in thefield of toxicology.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
LO1 . Evaluate the current safety information for a named drug at various stages of its development
LO2 Critically analyse the evidence and synthesise an opinion on a controversial topic in toxicology
LO3 Develop a research proposal and design experiments to address a project title
PM5110: Current Topics inToxicology( Semester:2 Core )
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Drug Safety PortfolioStudents prepare a portfolio of studies investigating safety of a marketed drug at different stages of its development
Controversie s EssayStudents write an essay discussing a controversial topic in toxicology
Research ProposalStudents give an oral presentation outlining the rationale behind and methods for the proposed research project.
No Written Assessment
No Continuous Assessment
No Oral, Audio Visual or Practical Assessment
Department-based Assessment
AssessmentType
AssessmentDescription
Outcomeaddressed
% oftotal
MarksOut of
PassMarks
Sitting AssessmentPeriod
AssessmentDate
Duration Mandatory
DepartmentalAssessment1
N/A 1,2,3 100.00 0 0 FirstSitting
Semester 2 n/a 0 False
DepartmentalAssessment1
N/A 1,2,3 100.00 0 0 SecondSitting
Autumn n/a 0 False
No Research
No Study Abroad
No Computer-based Assessment
The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
PM5110: Current Topics inToxicology( Semester:2 Core )
PM5110: Current Topics inToxicology( Semester:2 Core )
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type WorkLoad Description LearningOutcomes
Hours Frequency AverageWeeklyLearnerWorkload
Tutorial No Description 1,2,3 10 PerSemester
0.83
Independent & DirectedLearning (Non-contact)
No Description 1,2,3 200 PerSemester
16.67
Total Hours 210.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 17.50
Total Weekly Contact Hours 0.83
This module has no Part Time workload.
Module Resources
This module does not have any book resources
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
Module Full Time Equivalent
Module Full Time Equivalent
Discipline %
Pharmacology 100
Module Delivered in
Course Stream Code Course Stream Title
MST1 MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) (Approved)
Module Instructors
Module Instructors
Staff Member Staff Email
HOWARD OLIVER FEARNHEAD [email protected]
JOHN KELLY [email protected]
DECLAN PATRICK MCKERNAN [email protected]
UNA RYAN [email protected]
PM5112: Research Project inToxicology( Semester:2 Core )
Module Details
Title Short: Research Project in Toxicology APPROVED
Language of Instruction: English
Module Code: PM5112
ECTS Credits: 30
NFQ Level: 9
EQF Level: 7
EHEA Level: Second Cycle
Valid From: 2015-16 (01-09-15 – 31-08-16)
Teaching Period: Trimester 3
Module Delivered in 1 programme(s)
Module Owner: DECLAN PATRICK MCKERNAN
Module Discipline: PM - Pharmacology
Module Description: This is a 12-week individual laboratory-based research project. The aim of this module is to provide thestudents with experience of conducting scientific research as well as communicating their research via oralpresentation and written dissertation.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
LO1 Design scientific experiments to address a specific research question.
LO2 Demonstrate technical skill and competency in relevant scientific procedures.
LO3 . Work independently, responsibly and safely in the laboratory.
LO4 Generate, analyse, depict and critically interpret scientific data.
LO5 Critically review relevant historical and state-of-the-art scientific literature.
LO6 Communicate scientific findings through appropriate verbal, written and visual means.
PM5112: Research Project inToxicology( Semester:2 Core )
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
ProjectThis involves an 8-week research project conducted in the laboratory under the supervision of an academic member of staff
ThesisThis involves the writing of a thesis describing the literature relevant to the project, the methods used for the research conducted, the resultsobtained and the discussion of the results
PosterThis involves the presentation of a poster based on the results obtained during the research project to the external examiner of the course
No Written Assessment
No Continuous Assessment
No Oral, Audio Visual or Practical Assessment
No Department-based Assessment
Research
AssessmentType
AssessmentDescription
Outcomeaddressed
% oftotal
MarksOut of
PassMarks
Sitting AssessmentPeriod
AssessmentDate
Duration Mandatory
Thesis(Minor)
n/a 1,2,3,4,5,6 100.00 100 0 FirstSitting
Trimester 3 n/a 0 True
No Study Abroad
No Computer-based Assessment
The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
PM5112: Research Project inToxicology( Semester:2 Core )
PM5112: Research Project inToxicology( Semester:2 Core )
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type WorkLoad Description LearningOutcomes
Hours Frequency AverageWeeklyLearnerWorkload
Independent & DirectedLearning (Non-contact)
No Description 1,2,3,4,5,6 300 EveryWeek
300.00
Total Hours 300.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 300.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 0.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
Module Resources
This module does not have any book resources
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
Module Full Time Equivalent
Module Full Time Equivalent
Discipline %
Pharmacology 100
Module Delivered in
Course Stream Code Course Stream Title
MST1 MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) (Approved)
Module Instructors
Module Instructors
Staff Member Staff Email
HOWARD OLIVER FEARNHEAD [email protected]
DAVID FINN [email protected]
DECLAN PATRICK MCKERNAN [email protected]
UNA RYAN [email protected]
PM5111: AdvancedToxicology( Semester:2 Core )
Module Details
Title Short: Advanced Toxicology APPROVED
Language of Instruction: English
Module Code: PM5111
ECTS Credits: 5
NFQ Level: 9
EQF Level: 7
EHEA Level: Second Cycle
Valid From: 2017-18 (01-09-17 – 31-08-18)
Teaching Period: Semester 2
Module Delivered in 2 programme(s)
Module Owner: HOWARD OLIVER FEARNHEAD
Module Discipline: PM - Pharmacology
Module Data: 1 - 4 NON LAB
Module Description: This module is designed to further develop knowledge and understanding of advanced topics in toxicology.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
LO1 To critcally assess and discuss recent advances in the filed of Toxicology
LO2 To Interpret toxicological data from the literature on specific toxicants and assess its potential risk to human health or theenvironment
PM5111: AdvancedToxicology( Semester:2 Core )
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Mechanisms of ToxicityDevelopment of principles underlying mechanisms of toxicity focusing on toxicant induced mutagenesis, carcinogenesis and teratogenesis
Target Organ ToxicityDevelopment of principles underlying target organ toxicity with specific focus on cariotoxicity, renal toxicity, skin toxicity and haematotoxicity
Environmental ToxicologyProvides an understanding of the environmental impact of toxicants and chemical waste.
Environmental ToxicologyProvides an understanding of the risk assessment process and legislation drafted at a European and National level
Risk AssessmentProvides an understanding of the risk assessment process and legislation drafted at a European and National level
Developmental ToxicologyExplores the concepts behind developmental effects of toxicants and their mechanisms of toxicity.
Written Assessment
AssessmentType
AssessmentDescription
Outcomeaddressed
% oftotal
MarksOut of
PassMarks
Sitting AssessmentPeriod
AssessmentDate
Duration Mandatory
Paper 1 -Written
N/A 2 100.00 0 0 FirstSitting
Semester 2 n/a 2:00 True
Assessment is marked as bondable but has no matching assessments
Paper 1 -Written
N/A 2 100.00 0 0 SecondSitting
Autumn n/a 2:00 True
Assessment is marked as bondable but has no matching assessments
No Continuous Assessment
No Oral, Audio Visual or Practical Assessment
No Department-based Assessment
No Research
No Study Abroad
No Computer-based Assessment
The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
PM5111: AdvancedToxicology( Semester:2 Core )
PM5111: AdvancedToxicology( Semester:2 Core )
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type WorkLoad Description LearningOutcomes
Hours Frequency AverageWeeklyLearnerWorkload
Lecture 1 hour duration 1,2 15 PerSemester
1.25
Independent & DirectedLearning (Non-contact)
No Description 1,2 100 PerSemester
8.33
Total Hours 115.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 9.58
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.25
This module has no Part Time workload.
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
201, Casarett & Doull's Essentials of Toxicology, 2 edition Ed., Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional
199, Principles of Biochemical Toxicology., 3 edition Ed., lnforma Healthcare;
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
Module Full Time Equivalent
Module Full Time Equivalent
Discipline %
Pharmacology 100
Module Delivered in
Course Stream Code Course Stream Title
MST1 MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) (Approved)
SPS1 SPS1 Structured Ph.D. (Science) (Approved)
Module Instructors
Module Instructors
Staff Member Staff Email
HOWARD OLIVER FEARNHEAD [email protected]
JOHN KELLY [email protected]
DECLAN PATRICK MCKERNAN [email protected]
UNA RYAN [email protected]
PM5109: ExperimentalToxiocology( Semester:2 Core )
Module Details
Title Short: Experimental Toxiocology APPROVED
Language of Instruction: English
Module Code: PM5109
ECTS Credits: 15
NFQ Level: 9
EQF Level: 7
EHEA Level: Second Cycle
Valid From: 2016-17 (01-09-16 – 31-08-17)
Teaching Period: Semester 2
Module Delivered in 1 programme(s)
Module Owner: DECLAN PATRICK MCKERNAN
Module Discipline: PM - Pharmacology
Module Description: This is a practical-based module with the aim of preparing students for their research project. This moduleconsists of mini-projects in topics relevant to toxicology research
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
LO1 Design appropriately statistically powered experiments to observe toxicant-induced behavioural effects
LO2 0bserve and record behavioural changes following toxicant exposure
LO3 Perform experiments to determine cytotoxicity
LO4 Perform experiments to measure changes in molecular events following toxicant treatment in cells
LO5 Anaylse and present from scientific data
LO6 Interpret and derive conclusions from experimental data
PM5109: ExperimentalToxiocology( Semester:2 Core )
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
In vivo mini- projectStudents design and observe experiments as well as record and analyse data to determine the behavioural impact of neurotoxicants
In vitro mini- projectStudents perform a series of experiments and analyse data to determine the cytotoxicity of drugs
Molecular mini-projectStudents perform experiments and analyse data to determine the molecular events affected by toxicants
Written Assessment
AssessmentType
AssessmentDescription
Outcomeaddressed
% oftotal
MarksOut of
PassMarks
Sitting AssessmentPeriod
AssessmentDate
Duration Mandatory
Paper 1 -Written
N/A 5,6 20.00 0 0 FirstSitting
Semester 2 n/a 2:00 True
Assessment is marked as bondable but has no matching assessments
Paper 1 -Written
N/A 5,6 20.00 100 0 SecondSitting
Autumn n/a 2:00 True
Assessment is marked as bondable but has no matching assessments
No Continuous Assessment
No Oral, Audio Visual or Practical Assessment
Department-based Assessment
AssessmentType
AssessmentDescription
Outcomeaddressed
% oftotal
MarksOut of
PassMarks
Sitting AssessmentPeriod
AssessmentDate
Duration Mandatory
DepartmentalAssessment1
n/a 1,2,3,4,5,6 80.00 100 0 FirstSitting
Semester 2 n/a 0 True
DepartmentalAssessment1
N/A 1,2,3,4,5,6 80.00 100 0 SecondSitting
Autumn n/a 0 True
No Research
No Study Abroad
No Computer-based Assessment
The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
PM5109: ExperimentalToxiocology( Semester:2 Core )
PM5109: ExperimentalToxiocology( Semester:2 Core )
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type WorkLoad Description LearningOutcomes
Hours Frequency AverageWeeklyLearnerWorkload
Tutorial 1 hour duration 1,2,3,4,5,6 10 PerSemester
0.83
Lab No Description 1,2,3,4,5,6 100 PerSemester
8.33
Independent & DirectedLearning (Non-contact)
No Description 1,2,3,4,5,6 200 PerSemester
16.67
Total Hours 310.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 25.83
Total Weekly Contact Hours 9.17
This module has no Part Time workload.
Module Resources
This module does not have any book resources
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
Module Full Time Equivalent
Module Full Time Equivalent
Discipline %
Pharmacology 100
Module Delivered in
Course Stream Code Course Stream Title
MST1 MST1 Master of Science (Toxicology) (Approved)
Module Instructors
Module Instructors
Staff Member Staff Email
HOWARD OLIVER FEARNHEAD [email protected]
JOHN KELLY [email protected]
DECLAN PATRICK MCKERNAN [email protected]
UNA RYAN [email protected]