PHA3801 Principles of pharmacology
Faculty of Science
PHA3801 Principles of pharmacology is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2022 in Semester 1 at Malaysia. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2022
- Semester 1
- Malaysia
- Assessment
- Exam 50%
- and 3 other tasks
This is the 2022 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before PHA3801
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After PHA3801
1 unit list PHA3801 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Overview
The main theme is an introduction to drug use in our society. The following topics will be covered:
1. how drugs act at a cellular level, how they target specific body systems and how the body handles drugs (pharmacokinetics)
2. Sources of drugs - prescription vs over the counter vs herbal remedies and information available to the public about drugs. Rationale for choice of drugs for common diseases
3. Drug development from the laboratory to the consumer. Factors influencing the development of new drugs (e.g. economics and logistics).
Offerings in 2022
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Assignment: Special topic in pharmacologyAssignment20%
- Laboratory exercises20%
- TestIn class test10%
- Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)Exam50%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Describe how drugs work, when and how they are used, their side-effects and toxicity;
- 2
Demonstrate understanding of the risk-benefit aspects of drug use;
- 3
Demonstrate knowledge of the sources of drugs and rationales for their use;
- 4
Demonstrate appreciation of ethical issues encompassing drug research and clinical trials;
- 5
Carry out tissue bath experiments to elicit drug effects.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials12 hours
- Practical activities36 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
- Teaching approachOnline learning
- Three hours of lectures;
- One hour of tutorials;
- Three hours of practicals (includes wet practicals, dry practicals and CAL-Computer Aided Learning) and
- Five hours of independent study per week.
Learning resources
Technology resources
Laptop, mobile tablet, mobile gadget with wireless connectivity function. You might need this during lecture or tutorial.
Where it fits
PHA3801 is part of 1 area of study in the 2022 handbook.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Michelle Yap
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Michelle Yap
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for PHA3801?
PHA3801 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after PHA3801?
PHA3801 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including PHA3800.
When is PHA3801 offered?
In 2022, PHA3801 runs in Semester 1 at Malaysia.
Does PHA3801 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 3 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include PHA3801?
PHA3801 is part of Medicinal chemistry.