Catalog Info
Effective Term
Summer 2014
WebAdvisor Title
Pharmacology I for Pharm Tech
Credit Hours
3.00
Contact Hours Per Week
3 (for 15-week classes)
Course Description
The first of a two-course sequence in pharmacology for pharmacy technicians. Examines general pharmacological concepts, principals, actions, side effects, dosage forms, and route of administration. Covers concepts in drug development, medication errors, and drug usage. Focuses on pharmacodynamics, autonomic nervous system, central nervous system, and cardiovascular system. In addition, special emphasis is paid to drug effects upon the nervous system.
Pre-requisites
Acceptance into the Pharmacy Technician program
Co-requisites
AH-100 and PHT-100
Course Satisfies MACRAO Requirements
No