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HUBS2203

Introductory Pharmacology

10 Units 2000 Level Course

Available in 2012

On-Line from CallaghanSemester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005

This course provides students with knowledge of the basic mechanisms underlying the action of drugs on the body systems and with specialist knowledge of applied pharmacology and the rational use of medicines.
This course cannot count as credit for HUBS3205 Human Pharmacology in the Biomedical Science program.

Objectives
The student should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
The basic concepts of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics.
The pharmacology of drugs that act on the body systems
The pharmacology of chemotherapeutic and antimicrobial agents.
Content
The course will cover five major areas:
Introduction to the basic concepts of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics.
The pharmacology of drugs that act on the body systems (e.g. Cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal, autonomic and central nervous systems).
The pharmacology of chemotherapeutic and antimicrobial agents.
Replacing Course(s)
Not applicable
Transition
Not applicable
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
Nil
Modes of Delivery
Distance Learning : IT Based
Teaching Methods
Self Directed Learning
Assessment Items
Examination: Formal
End of semester examination

Students must pass the final exam in order to pass the course overall.
Other: (please specify)
Assessment will include in semester online MCQ tests.
Contact Hours
Self Directed Learning: for 10 hour(s) per Week for Full Term

Timetables

2012 Course Timetables for HUBS2203