This course deals with concepts and principles of chemical constituents of the living cells and their structures, functions and the processes that the biomolecules undergo. This course covers the identification and classification of biomolecules including their structures, functions, metabolic reactions and clinical significance.

Rationale: The course deals with the theories and principles in pharmacy calculation as applied in traditional and specialized practice settings and within operational and research areas in pharmacy practice.

Focus: This course focuses on the fundamentals of pharmaceutical calculations and techniques that includes system of measurements, expression of concentrations, calculation of doses, density, specific gravity and specific volume applied in the practice of pharmacy

Outcomes: At the end of the course, the students are expected to 1) demonstrate knowledge, understanding and skills to perform basic mathematical operations and solve various problems 2) perform laboratory techniques pertinent to the practice of pharmacy with accuracy and precision; 3) work independently and diligently manifesting the values of analytical thinking, scientific discipline, honesty and patience.

COURSE SUMMARY

RATIONALE

The course deals with the theories and principles in pharmacy calculation as applied in traditional and specialized practice settings and within operational and research areas in pharmacy practice.

FOCUS

This course focuses on the fundamentals of pharmaceutical calculations and techniques that includes system of measurements, expression of concentrations, calculation of doses, density, specific gravity, and specific volume applied in the practice of pharmacy. 

OUTCOMES

At the end of the course, the students are expected to:

• Demonstrate mastery of the different systems of weights and measures in pharmacy practice.
  
• Interpret prescription and medication orders.
  
• Solve problems related to compounding and dispensing of drugs.
  
• Perform laboratory techniques pertinent to the practice of pharmacy with accuracy and precision; and
  
• Work independently and diligently manifesting the values of analytical thinking, scientific discipline, honesty, and patience.
  

COURSE SUMMARY

RATIONALE

This course is designed to cover the principles of law and ethics in pharmacy. 

FOCUS

It examines the national and local laws that impact the practice of pharmacy, emphasizing legal and ethical principles applied by pharmacists in decision-making. It also focuses on theoretical and practical knowledge regarding the regulation of food, drugs, medical devices, and cosmetics.

OUTCOMES

The students will learn the national framework within the pharmacy practice, as well as acquire an understanding of the laws, regulations, and ethical responsibilities of pharmacists to protect and ensure the well-being of their patients.

This course is designed to augment the course Pharmacy Methods of Research (with) statistics with the end goal of fully developing the competencies needed by the students in the systematic conduct of research.

This course covers the writing of a scientific paper/ thesis; final oral defense to a chosen panel of experts; dissemination of the results to an appropriate venue, for example, a research congress /forum or during community extension activities.