VCP4041 - Pharmacology III

Leader: Betty Exintaris

Offered

Parkville First semester 2008 (Day)

Synopsis

The overall aim of this unit is to continue to build upon the knowledge of physiological systems and disease states from Pharmacology I and II. The therapeutic basis for the drugs used to treat specific disorders is discussed. At the successful completion of this unit, students should be able to describe the pathophysiology and treatment of endocrine disorders (including diabetes), gastrointestinal disorders and cancer chemotherapy.

Objectives

Students will develop an:

• Understanding of the pathophysiology and treatment of endocrine disorders including diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders and cancer chemotherapy.

• Understanding of pharmacogenetics and adverse effects of drugs.

Assessment

End of semester exam: 80% (2 hours) of the assessment . The exam will be in the form of 60 minutes of multiple choice questions and 6 questions requiring approximately 10 minutes of work each. All questions will be aligned to the specific objectives given before each lecture.



15% of the assessment will be in the form of a practical review. The remaining 5% of the assessment will be for practical class participation (assessed via practical class quizzes).

Contact hours

26 hours of lectures, 1 x 6-hour practical, 3 x 3-hour class debates.

Successful completion of this unit will require participants to allocate an average of 6 hours per week for 13 weeks (a total of 78 hours per study period).

Prerequisites

All 3rd year Bachelor of Pharmacy units