The goal of this print course is to give laboratory personnel an understanding of the biochemistry, pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, and laboratory testing procedures of the three basic alcohols: ethanol, methanol, and isopropanol. Because of its broad medical and social implications, most of this course deals with ethanol. Throughout the course, a basic understanding of chemistry is assumed.

Learning Objectives:

At the conclusion of this course, the learner will be able to:

 ·         Relate the history of alcohol

·         Discuss alcohol fermentation and distillation

·         List the chemical properties of aliphatic alcohols

·         Describe the pharmacology and pharmacokinetic properties of methanol, ethanol, and isopropanol

·         Understand OSHA standards/NIOSA recommendations for aliphatic alcohols

·         Utilize laboratory methods

·         Recount chain of custody and legal issues

·         Share interpretation and reporting of laboratory findings

·         Report on specimen collection and handling (medical/forensic)

·         Provide data review

·         Present reporting of analytical findings

·         Interpret results

Course Length:  8 hours