Courses & Units

Pharmacology CSA231

Introduction

This unit provides an introduction to the study of therapeutic agents, probing into the fundamental concepts of therapeutic agent-target interactions and the intricate processes governing therapeutic agent metabolism within the human body. A major part of the unit consists of a detailed account of the pharmacology of therapeutic agents that affect selected organ systems. The content connects the foundational knowledge of organ system pathophysiology and the basic pharmacology of therapeutic agents affecting that system.  The unit focuses on the central nervous system, respiratory system, and gastrointestinal systems. In addition, this unit will cover the therapeutic agents used to manage pain, autoimmune disease and ophthalmological conditions.  You will gain a deep understanding of how therapeutic agents impact these crucial physiological pathways.

Summary

Unit name Pharmacology
Unit code CSA231
Credit points 12.5
College/School College of Health and Medicine
School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Discipline Pharmacy
Coordinator Doctor Mohammed Salahudeen
Available as an elective? No
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Intermediate

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Hobart Health Study Period 3 On-Campus International Domestic
Launceston Health Study Period 3 On-Campus International Domestic
Cradle Coast Health Study Period 3 On-Campus International Domestic

Key

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International students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Health Study Period 3 4/11/2024 22/11/2024 20/12/2024 2/2/2025

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Learning Outcomes

  • Describe the effect of agonism and antagonism on the pharmacological effect of therapeutic agents.
  • Explain the principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of therapeutic agents.
  • Explore the mechanisms of action of therapeutic agents, emphasising both their intended effects and potential adverse effects
  • Communicate pharmacological concepts clearly and effectively, both in written and oral forms.

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
019907 $1,118.00 $1,118.00 not applicable $2,596.00

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Requisites

Prerequisites

CZZ101 and CZZ102 and CSA116

Concurrent Prerequisites

CSA230

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

 2hr workshops weekly plus Online learning resources (equivalent to 3 hours of Independent Learning activity per week)

AssessmentMid Semester test (30%)|Oral assessment (30%)|End of semester examination (40%)
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Textbooks

Required

Although there are no prescribed textbooks for Pharmacology the following textbook is recommended, as it will be a useful resource throughout your studies in this Unit.
Rang and Dale’s Pharmacology, Eighth edition, Churchill Livingstone.
Recommended

These materials will be useful to your developing knowledge and understanding of the content in this unit, but you are not required to purchase them. When seeking sources of evidence to support your assignment work, you will find these a useful starting point. These materials are available for a limited loan period from the University Library collection.

  •  Katzung BG, Masters, SB & Trevor, AJ (12th ed). Basic and Clinical Pharmacology, 11th edition, McGraw-Hill, ISBN 978-0-07-160405-5.
  •  Pharmacology: An Introduction (Edition 6e) by Hitner & Nagle.
  •  Golan D, Tashjian AH, Armstrong EJ, Armstrong AW (3rd ed) Principles of Pharmacology, “The Pathophysiological Basis of Drug Therapy”. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins - Wolter Kluwer, ISBN 978-0-60831-270-2
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