2021-2022 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    Oct 08, 2024  
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PHAR 110B - Pharmacology I


Credits: 3
Description
An overview of the pharmacokinetics between the body systems and particular classes of drugs. Introduces a framework of knowledge and principles about the classifications, purposes, side effects, cautions and interactions of medications.

Student Learning Outcomes
  1. Evaluate how pharmacologic studies apply to the duties of a Pharmacy Technician.
  2. Interpret common terminology associated with pharmacology.
  3. Categorize the trade, generic, and chemical names of drugs.
  4. Compare and contrast various dosage forms and routes of drug administration.
  5. Identify the pharmacokinetic phases and pharmacodynamic processes of drugs.
  6. Assess the characteristics of drugs needed to treat specific disorders.
  7. Classify medications according to specific characteristics; such as indications for use, dosage form, storage requirements, and mechanism of action.

Prerequisite: Admission to the Pharmacy Technician Program



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