Hobart, Launceston
Introduction
This unit involves on-campus-based learning activities that integrates a range of topics in the areas of pharmaceutics and pharmacology focusing on the physical and chemical factors influencing drug formulation, absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion, and pharmacological action. This critical knowledge is applied in pharmaceutical science to optimise therapy and improve the quality use of medicines. This fundamental unit prepares you to undertake future pharmaceutical science and pharmacology units offered in the Bachelor of Pharmacy with Honours.
Summary
| Unit name | Molecular Basis of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacology |
| Unit code | CSA116 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Health School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology |
| Discipline | Pharmacy |
| Coordinator | Doctor Cameron Evans |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 21/2/2027 | 15/3/2027 | 18/4/2027 | 12/6/2027 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the molecular theory behind physical and chemical factors that can influence drug formulation and action.
- Explain the physical and chemical principles behind medication incompatibilities and ways to improve medicines safety.
- Explain the physical and chemical principles that influence the absorption and distribution of drugs.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Independent Learning (online modules) – 3hrs per week Workshop 2hrs weekly Test .5 hours x 2 in the semester |
|---|---|
| Assessment | In Class Test 1 (25%)|In Class Test 2 (35%)|Written examination (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required Readings will be provided by your Unit Coordinator. |
|---|---|
| Recommended | Recommended Readings will be provided by your Unit Coordinator via the Reading List link in MyLO, or the unit Reading List on the University Library website |
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