Introduction
Pharmaceutical Science and Practice 2 integrates two areas of study: pharmaceutical science and pharmacy practice. Pharmaceutical Science is the study of the formulation, manufacture, stability and efficacy of pharmaceutical dosage forms. Pharmacy Practice is the study of the role of the pharmacist in optimising the use of medicines and improving health outcomes. This unit requires you to apply knowledge of pharmaceutical science and pharmacy practice to a range of professional and practical situations. You will study dosage form design and formulation, extemporaneous compounding, dispensing and pharmaceutical calculations in relation to creams, ointments, other topical dosage forms, rectal/vaginal preparations, and eye/ear preparations.
Summary
| Unit name | Pharmaceutical Science and Practice 2 |
| Unit code | CSA121 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Health School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology |
| Discipline | Pharmacy |
| Coordinator | Mrs Natalie Cooper |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Describe non-oral drug delivery methods and technology.
- Prepare non-oral extemporaneously dispensed products in a simulated practical environment considering legislation and accepted professional practice standards.
- Perform advanced pharmaceutical calculations.
- Search and reference drug information and pharmacy-related literature.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Requisites
Prerequisites
CSA116 Molecular Basis of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacology and CSA117 Pharmaceutical Science and Practice 1Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Independent Learning (online modules) – 2hrs per week Workshop 1hr weekly Tutorial 1hr weekly Practical 2hrs weekly |
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| Assessment | Practical competencies|Dosage form theory and calculation tests (30%)|Workbook (30%)|Written theory exam (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Australian Pharmaceutical Formulary and Handbook (APF) Ed 26th |
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