Courses > AOD153 - Physiology and Pharmacology of Alcohol and Other Drugs
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The course will provide the student with a basic foundation for understanding the physiological and pharmacological actions of psychoactive drugs. Psychological, sociological and biological perspectives will be presented. The course will provide detailed information on the following groups of drugs; stimulants, tobacco, depressants, alcohol, opiates and other narcotics, hallucinogens, marijuana, over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, and selected prescription drugs. Course may not meet major requirements at transfer institutions. See your counselor for more information.
Formerly
AOD 103
Units
3 unit
Hours
3 hours lecture
Length
17 weeks
Graded
Credit course taken for grade or for credit/no credit