Forensic toxicology 370-FS2-2TOS
Field of Study: Criminology
Study Profile: General academic
Mode of Study: Full-time
Course Type: Compulsory course, major (specialization) module
Field of Science: Social sciences
Discipline: Legal sciences
Year / Semester: Second year of second-cycle (Master’s) studies, summer semester
Number of Contact Hours (by type):
Lecture – 15 hours
Laboratory classes – 15 hours
Teaching Methods: Lecture; laboratory method; measurement; consultations
ECTS Credits: 3
Student Workload:
Total student workload: 75 hours, including:
Participation in lectures: 15 hours
Participation in laboratory classes: 30 hours
Preparation for classes, assessments, and examinations: 28 hours
Participation in consultations, assessments, and examination: 2 hours
Quantitative Indicators:
Student workload involving direct contact with the instructor: 47 hours
Student workload related to practical classes: 30 hours
Type of course
Mode
Course coordinators
Learning outcomes
1. Knowledge – the student knows and understands:
KP7_WG3 – selected advanced topics in the fields of biological and chemical sciences enabling an in-depth understanding of toxic processes and the mechanisms of action of poisons in the human body.
KP7_WG5 – advanced, specialized methods and techniques used in forensic toxicology during evidentiary and analytical procedures.
KP7_WG6 – the legal and organizational aspects of the functioning of law enforcement agencies and the judiciary with regard to the use of forensic toxicology expert opinions.
2. Skills – the student is able to:
KP7_UW2 – select and apply research methods used in forensic toxicology and understand their interpretative limitations.
KP7_UW4 – interpret the results of toxicological analyses, formulate conclusions, and relate them to procedural circumstances and evidentiary material.
3. Social Competences – the student is prepared to:
KP7_KR1 – assume responsibility for assessing risks arising from exposure to toxic substances and for ensuring the reliability of the interpretation of test results in a forensic context.
Assessment criteria
Lecture – written examination (multiple-choice test). Admission to the examination is conditional upon obtaining a passing grade in the laboratory component.
Laboratory – graded course completion based on: two written midterm tests (short open-ended questions), short written quizzes assessing preparation for classes, the average grade from the two midterms and quizzes, and approval of reports from the conducted experiments.
Quantitative grading criteria for learning outcomes verified by written examinations and course assessments are determined in accordance with § 23(6) of the Study Regulations of the University of Białystok, adopted by Resolution No. 3512 of the Senate of the University of Białystok of 16 April 2025.
Bibliography
1. Klaassen C.D, Watkins III J.B (pod red.), Casarett & Doull Podstawy toksykologii. MedPharm Polska, Wrocław, 2014.
2. Piotrowski J.K. (pod red.), Podstawy toksykologii. Wyd. Naukowo-Techniczne, Warszawa, 2006.
3. Seńczuk W. (pod red.), Toksykologia współczesna. Wyd. Lekarskie PZWL, Warszawa, 2006.
Additional information
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