PHM131 Pharmaceutics 1 (8)
Abstract| An introduction to the terminology and drug nomenclature used in pharmacy. Concentrates on the principles of physical sciences and mathematics applied to pharmacy practice. Includes measurement systems, mechanics and rheology, dose forms, dosage calculations and data presentation and interpretation. Introduces types of instrumentation and technology applied to the formulation and analysis of medicines. |
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
| Session 2 | | Internal | Orange Campus | | Internal | Wagga Wagga Campus |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: PHM131
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| One session | HD/FL | School of Biomedical Sciences |
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
* understand and use the various measurement systems in pharmacy;
* perform basic pharmaceutical calculations;
* appreciate the application of basic mechanical principles in pharmacy
* understand the need for various dose forms; |
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
The syllabus will cover the following topics:
* measurement systems: MKS metric, Apothecaries;
* weights and Measures Act;
* concepts of accuracy, reliability and repeatability of measurements as applied to pharmacy;
* application of fluid mechanics and rheology in pharmacy: blood flow, air flow, syringe use, drip lines;
* surface properties: surface tension, surfactants, droplets, films;
* overview of the different dosage forms and routes of administration;
* dosage calculations: concentrations, dilutions, delivery rates, isotonic solutions;
* introduction to principles and practice of drug formulation; creams, powders, solutions;
* concepts of drug analysis relating to pharmacopoeial standards;
* practical exercises in formulation and analysis; |
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Residential School| This subject contains a compulsory 4 day residential school.
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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.
