COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Prefix/Number: APK 4312
Course Title: Pharmacology Application in Athletic Training
Course Credit Hours: 2
Instructor Name and Contact Information:
Rich Frazee M.S., A.T.C/L
Building 72, Rm. 247
Office Hours: 10-12am MW, Phone- 850 473-7245
Email: rfrazee@uwf.edu
Prerequisites or Co-Requisites: : PET 2622
Course Description:
The purpose of this course is to provide students with knowledge of the basic principles
of pharmacology, pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics. This course will provide
knowledge of the practical aspects over-the-counter and prescription medications and
how they are properly used in the athletic environment. This course will also examine
the roles and responsibilities of a certified athletic trainer in understanding the
indications, actions, and side effects of commonly used medications.
Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Identify the basic components of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics.
2. Identify the indications, actions, and side effects of Anti-inflammatory drugs.
3. Identify the indications, actions, and side effects of analgesics, anesthetics,
and topical agents.
4. Identify the indications, actions, and side effects of systemic drugs used in
treating infections.
5. Identify the indications, actions, and side effects of respiratory medications.
6. Identify the indications, actions, and side effects of gastrointestinal
medications.
7. Identify the indications, actions, and side effects of diabetes medications.
8. Identify the indications, actions, and side effects of neurological medications.
Topics Covered:
1. components of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics.
2. indications, actions, and side effects of Anti-inflammatory drugs.
3. indications, actions, and side effects of analgesics, anesthetics, and topical
agents.
4. indications, actions, and side effects of systemic drugs used in treating
infections.
5. indications, actions, and side effects of respiratory medications.
6. indications, actions, and side effects of gastrointestinal medications.
7. indications, actions, and side effects of diabetes medications.
8. indications, actions, and side effects of neurological medications.
Texts:
Required texts:
Koester, Michael C., “Therapeutic Medications in Athletic Training” Human Kinetics,
2007
Recommended texts: none
Grading / Evaluation:
7 Tests 100 points each 700 points
The student’s final grade will be awarded based on the following scale:
A: 93-100%
B: 80.0-84.4%
C: 70.0-73.4%
A-: 89.5-92.5%
B+: 84.5- 89.49%
B- 77.5-79.4%
C+: 73.5-77.49%
Below 70.0%- NO CREDIT
References/Bibliography: (optional)
Special Technology Utilized by Students: Onl;ine computer course
Expectations for Academic Conduct/Plagiarism Policy:
Academic Conduct Policy: (Web Format) | (PDF Format) | (RTF Format)
Plagiarism Policy: (Word Format) | (PDF Format) | (RTF Format)
Student Handbook: (PDF Format)
ASSISTANCE:
Students with special needs who require specific examination-related or other course-related
accommodations should contact Barbara Fitzpatrick, Director of Disabled Student Services
(DSS), dss@uwf.edu, (850) 474-2387. DSS will provide the student with a letter for the instructor
that will specify any recommended accommodations.