Concepts in Pharmacology (11964.1)
Please note these are the 2023 details for this unit
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | On-Campus |
UC - Canberra, Bruce UC - Sydney Hills Campus, Castle Hill, NSW |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Health |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Discipline Of Pharmacy | Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
This unit will allow students to develop an understanding of the fundamental science knowledge base of pharmacology. Topics covered will include pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, drug interactions, adverse drug effects and clinical considerations. To support student learning and development of critical practice requirements for professional outcomes, pharmacotherapy concepts will be applied to persons across the lifespan.
1. Explain the mechanism of action, adverse effects, drug interactions and clinical considerations of drugs;
2. Apply fundamental concepts of pharmacology in various clinical contexts;
3. Demonstrate the quality use of pharmacotherapy across the lifespan;
4. Practice in ways that ensure person-centred approaches to pharmacotherapy; and
5. Demonstrate capacity to engage in interprofessional team work for the delivery of quality use of pharmacotherapy.
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Explain the mechanism of action, adverse effects, drug interactions and clinical considerations of drugs;
2. Apply fundamental concepts of pharmacology in various clinical contexts;
3. Demonstrate the quality use of pharmacotherapy across the lifespan;
4. Practice in ways that ensure person-centred approaches to pharmacotherapy; and
5. Demonstrate capacity to engage in interprofessional team work for the delivery of quality use of pharmacotherapy.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
Prerequisites
10298 Foundations of Anatomy and PhysiologyCorequisites
None.Incompatible units
NoneEquivalent units
NoneAssumed knowledge
None.
Availability for enrolment in 2024 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 2 | 31 July 2023 | On-Campus | Dr Mary Bushell |
| 2023 | UC - Sydney Hills Campus, Castle Hill, NSW | Semester 2 | 31 July 2023 | On-Campus | Dr Mary Bushell |
| 2024 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 1 | 05 February 2024 | On-Campus | Dr Mary Bushell |
| 2024 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 2 | 29 July 2024 | On-Campus | Dr Mary Bushell |
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