About this Course
Course Description
This course deals with the principles of chemotherapy, covering anticancer agents. Knowledge of the pathophysiology of cancers will also be imparted prior to the introduction of these agents. The pharmacology of these agents are discussed including the mechanism of action, pharmacokinetics, pharmacochemistry, therapeutic uses and side effects. Mechanisms of resistance to the various anticancer agents are also discussed.
Course Learning Outcomes
1 ) To summarize the various classes of chemotherapeutics agents
2 ) To explain the pharmacology of the various classes of chemotherapeutic agents
3 ) To analyze the medicinal chemistry of the various chemotherapeutic agents
4 ) To relate current advances in drug development with respect to chemotherapeutic agents
Course Details
STATUS : Open DURATION : FLEXIBLE EFFORT : 2 hours per week MODE : 100% Online COURSE LEVEL : Beginner LANGUAGE : English CLUSTER : Science & Technology ( ST )
