ADS 102 - Pharmacology and Physiological Effects of Addiction

Credits: 3

Description: This course examines the effects of alcohol and other chemically altering drugs on behavior and body functions, highlighting impairment to systemic processes. Students will learn the pharmacology and pharmacokinetics of addiction. In addition, they will become familiar with diagnostic procedures and tools used to measure these effects. This course provides information on specific anatomic processes targeted by pharmacological and physiological treatments, and the recovery programs currently available. This course is designed for the student continuing studies in the ADS certificate program as well as some students pursuing other related fields.

Transferable
Transferable to CSU only

General Education:
Not approved for General Education

Student Learning Outcomes:

SLO #1: Evaluate brain function, describe its structure, and explain how neurons and synapses communicate to influence behavior and cognition.
SLO #2: Evaluate and describe the disease of alcoholism and other substance dependence illnesses including signs and symptoms, endocrine research, and the American Medical Association definitions.

Total Course In-Class (Contact) Hours: 54
Course Duration (Weeks): 18
Weekly Student Hours (In-Class) Lecture Hours: 3