August 20, 2015
Angelina College
Health Careers Division
PHRA 1305 Drug Classification
General Syllabus
I.
BASIC COURSE INFORMATION:
II.
PHRA 1305 Drug Classification: 3 hours credit. A study of pharmaceutical drugs, abbreviations,
classifications, dosages, side effects, and routes of administration. Learning Outcomes: Identify drug
dosages, routes of administration, and dosage forms; distinguish between brand, generic, and their drug
classifications. Co-requisites: PHRA 1301, PHRA 1309, PHRA 1313, PHRA 1266, BIOL 1409. (48
classroom hours)
A. Course Description: First-Year Students already enrolled in the Pharmacy Technology Program
B. Intended Audience:
C. Instructor: Elaine Young
Office Location: Health Careers II Building room 222E
Office Hours: Thursday 3-4 pm or by appt.only on Monday or Tuesday, Friday 8:00am-12:00 noon
Phone: 936-633-5433
E-mail Address: eyoung@angelina.edu
II. INTENDED STUDENT OUTCOMES:
A. Core Objectives Required for this Course
1. Critical Thinking: to include creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, evaluation
and synthesis of information
2. Communication: to include effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas
through written, oral and visual communication
3. Empirical and Quantitative Skills: to include the manipulation and analysis of numerical data
or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions
4. Teamwork: to include the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively
with others to support a shared purpose or goal
5. Social Responsibility: to include the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to
ethical decision-making
6. Personal Responsibility: to include intercultural competence, knowledge of civic
responsibility, and the ability to engage effectively in regional, national, and global
communities
B. Course Learning Outcomes for all Sections
1. Describe pharmacokinetic phases and give examples of factors influencing each phase.
2. Explain using own words, drug receptor theory, and its relationship to dose response.
3. Identify medications used in the treatment and disorders of the different systems.
4. Learn common strengths, dosage forms, and directions for use of all drugs covered in Pharmacology.
III. ASSESSMENT MEASURES
A. Assessments for the Core Objectives:
1. Critical Thinking: to include creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, evaluation
and synthesis of information
2. Communication: to include effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas
through written, oral and visual communication
3. Empirical and Quantitative Skills: to include the manipulation and analysis of numerical data
or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions
Revised: 8/20/15
4. Teamwork: to include the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively
with others to support a shared purpose or goal
5. Social Responsibility: to include the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to
ethical decision-making
6. Personal Responsibility: to include intercultural competence, knowledge of civic
responsibility, and the ability to engage effectively in regional, national, and global
communities
B. Assessments for Course Learning Outcomes
CORE COMPETENCIES: SCANS – (Secretary’s Commission on Academic Necessary Skills)
Students are expected to demonstrate basic competency in academic and workforce skills. The following
are competencies with evaluation are included in PHRA 1305.
SCAN Skills
Foundation skills
Assessments
Oral Presentation-group work
Required Readings
Critical Thinking/Workbook /labs
Case Studies
Computer Assisted instruction
Class Participation
Written examinations
Workforce Competencies
Computer Assisted Instruction
Application of Knowledge and skills in the
practicum or lab
settings.
Application of Knowledge of legal/ethical Issues
IV. INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
The methods of instruction used in this course includes but not limited to the following: Lecture, lab,
discussion, performance, audiovisual, computer assisted instruction and critical-thinking/learning activities.
V. COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND POLICIES:
A. Required Textbooks and Recommended Readings, Materials and Equipment
Pharmacy Technician Practice and Procedure, Gail Orum-Alexander, James Mizner, Jr, McGraw Hill 2011
The Pharmacy Technician’s Pocket Drug Reference, 7th Edition, APHA 2013
200 index cards (small) for top 200 drugs
2-Ring binders
Markers
hole puncher for cards
B. Course Policies – This course conforms to the policies of Angelina College as stated in the
Angelina College Handbook.
1. Academic Assistance – If you have a disability (as cited in Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of
1973 or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990) that may affect your participation in this
class, you should see Karen Bowser, Room 208 of the Student Center. At a post-secondary institution,
you must self-identify as a person with a disability; Ms. Bowser will assist you with the necessary
information to do so.
Angelina College (AC) admits students without regard to race, color, religion, natural origin, sex,
disability, or age. Inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies of AC should be directed to: Dr.
Patricia McKenzie, Vice President and Dean of Instruction, 3500 South First, Lufkin, TX 75904,
telephone 936-633-5201.
Revised: 8/20/15
2. Attendance – Attendance is required as per Angelina College Policy and will be recorded
every day. Any student with three (3) consecutive absences of four (4) cumulative
absences may be dropped from the class. Records will be turned in to the academic dean
at the end of the semester. Do not assume that non-attendance in class will always result
in an instructor drop. You must officially drop a class or risk receiving an F. This is
official Angelina College Policy.
3. Additional Policies Established by the Instructor
All exams and written assignments become the property of the Angelina College Pharmacy
Technology Program. A minimum grade of “C” (750 points) is required in this course. Any grade below a C
will result in the student being dismissed from the program. A student must maintain 750 points or greater
prior to clinical rotation. If a student misses a class, the student will schedule an appointment with the
program coordinator. The student will be given a 1st warning at this time. The second absence will result in
a second warning and the student will be placed on probation. The third absence may result in the student
being dropped from the program.
V.
COURSE OUTLINE: Description of the Course Activities including due dates, schedules, and
deadlines.
Unit I: Dosage Forms and Routes of Administration
Objectives:
Upon completion of this unit the student should be able to:
1)
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3)
4)
Differentiate between the various routes of administration used in the practice of pharmacy.
Compare and contrast the various dosage forms used in pharmacy practice.
Explain the advantages and disadvantages of a particular dosage form.
Explain why a particular dosage form of a specific medication would be preferred over a different dosage
form of the same medication.
5) Identify examples of each dosage form.
6) Identify abbreviations associated with the various routes of administration and dosage forms
Course Resources:
 Textbook: pp 268-294 Pharmacy Technician Practice and Procedures
 Critical Thinking Questions pp.294 (Textbook) Choose 1-Assignment
 HIPAA Scenario-Discussion Questions p.294-Class Discussion
 Case Study-Assignment
Unit II: Drug Classifications
Objectives:
Upon completion of this unit the student should be able to:
1) Define the term classification.
2) List the reasons drug classifications are important to pharmacy technicians.
3) Differentiate between agonists and antagonists
4) Classify medications or agents given a particular organ, system, or function.
5) Identify drugs categorized as controlled substances.
Course Resources:
 Textbook: pp 195-224 Pharmacy Technician Practice and Procedures
 Critical Thinking Questions pp.224 (Textbook) Choose 1-Assignment
 HIPAA Scenario-Discussion Questions p.224-Class Discussion
 Case Study-page 196 -Assignment
Revised: 8/20/15
Unit III: Introduction to Pharmacology
Objectives:
Upon completion of this unit the student should be able to:
1) Differentiate between the terms pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, pharmacy, and toxicology.
2) Explain the processes and factors of ADME involved in pharmacokinetics.
3) Explain the meaning of “mechanism of action” as it applies to pharmacy.
4) Identify factors that modify the effects of medication.
5) Compare and contrast the various routes of administration for medication.
6) Identify and explain the terminology associated with pharmacology.
7) Differentiate between the various types of side effects.
8) Explain the effect medications can have on pregnancy and the pregnancy codes developed by the FDA.
Course Resources:
 Textbook: pp 169-194 Pharmacy Technician Practice and Procedures
 Critical Thinking Questions pp.193 (Textbook) Choose 1-Assignment
 HIPAA Scenario-Discussion Questions p.194-Class Discussion
 Case Study Study p.191-Assignment
 Review pp. 191-193 –in class
Unit IV: Drug Classification & Pharmacologic Actions
Upon completion of this unit the student should be able to:
1.
Identify the common drug names for each classification.
2.
Describe the important actions or therapeutic uses for the major classes of drugs.
3.
Describe the most common or most serious adverse effects for the major classes of drugs.
4.
Describe special dispensing precautions for the major classes of drugs.
5.
List the available dosage forms/strengths.
6.
Understand the five pregnancy categories & how they affect drug classifications.
Content Outline:
A. Common generic/trade name
B. Uses
C. Antihistamine/Decongestant Combinations
D. Dosage Forms
E. Side Effects
Antihistamines, Antidepressants, Antitussives, Bronchodilators, Corticosteroids, antipsychotics,sedatives and
hypnotics, anticonvulsants, antiparkinson, antihyperlipidemic, diuretics, ACE inhibitors, Beta Blockers, Calcium
Channel Blockers, Angiotension II Receptor Blockers, antiarrhythmics, antacids, Histamine 2 Receptor
Antagonists,Proton Pump Inhibitors, Laxatives,NSAIDS, analgesics, skeletal muscle relaxants, insulin, oral
hypoglycemic,oral contraceptives, antibiotics, HIV agents, antifungals,chemotherapeutic agents, antiemetics,
ophthalmic,otic, intranasal, topical agents,vitamins
Top 200 Cards
Front of card
Generic name
Pronounciation key
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Back of card
Brand
Classification
Indication
Dosage form
Major Side Effect
Revised: 8/20/15
B.
Additional Content
Tentative Lecture Schedule
Adjustments to the schedule may be necessary.
Classes meet at 8:00-9:20am, room 223 HCII.
August 26
Syllabus
Top 200 List-Introduce drugs 1-20
Design cover-make cards (generic-pronunciation key, brand, indication, classification,
dosage forms, side effects, routes of administration)
Assign groups for game activity
Assign groups for bulletin board
August 27
Start Unit I-Lecture/Workbook
Quiz Aug 31
August 31
Game 1 (top 20) Activity
Drug Quiz #1-top 20
Lecture Unit I-chapter 10/
Assignments-criticial thinking scenarios, case studies CD activity-ch 10 dosage forms,
How Do We Abbreviate? Routes of Administration
Sept 1
Introduce List #2 (21-40)
Lecture Unit I-chapter 7
Assignments -criticial thinking scenarios, case studies CD Activity-ch 7 Reading
Generic & Trade Names, Controlled Substances, Classify of Common Drugs
Sept 2
Game 2 Activity
Lecture Unit I-chapter 6
Assignments- criticial thinking scenarios, case studies CD Activity-ch 6
Pharmacokinetics, Medications in Pregnancy, Altered Affects of Medications
Sept 3
Quiz #2
Review Units I-III
Assignments due Sept. 9
Sept 8
Introduce List 3 (41-60)
Unit I Exam
Sept 9
Game 3 Activity
Sept 14
Quiz #3
Introduce List #4
Sept 15
Lecture-Drug Classification-Cardiovascular System Medications
Stems to help identify generic classifications
Sept 16
Game #4 Activity
Sept 21
Quiz #4
Introduce List #5
Revised: 8/20/15
Review top 100 drugs
Sept 22
Lecture-Drug Classifications-Respiratory System Medications
Sept 23
Game #5 Activity
Review top 100 drugs-Exam Sept 24
Sept 28
Quiz #5 (top 81-100)
UNIT II EXAM –Top 100 Drugs
Introduce List #6 (top 101-120)
Sept 29
Lecture-Drug Classifications-Gastrointestional System Medications
Sept 30
Game #6 Activity
Oct 5
Quiz #6
Introduce List #7 (top 121-140)
Oct 6
Lecture-Drug Classification CNS Medications
Oct 7
Game #7 Activity
Oct 12
Quiz #7
Introduce List #8 (top 141-160)
Oct 13
Lecture-Drug Classifications-Endocrine System Medications
Oct 14
Game #8 Activity
Oct 19
Quiz #8
Introduce List #9 (top 161-180)
Oct 20
Lecture Drug Classifications-Anti-Infective/Immune System Medications
Oct 21
Game #9 Activity
Review Drugs
Oct 26
Quiz #9
Introduce List #10 (top 181-200)
Drug Classification Quiz-Oct 27
Oct 27 8:00-9:30
Drug Classification Quiz
Oct 27 12:00 noon-1:30pm
Game #10 Activity
Review for Exam
Oct 28
Quiz #10
Unit III Exam –Top 101-200)
TBA
Review for final exam
TBA
Final Exam
Revised: 8/20/15
VII. EVALUATION AND GRADING:
VII. EVALUATION AND GRADING
A. Grading Criteria –
*Attendance/Participation (case studies, BB, CT
activities, internet activities)
Top 200 Flash Cards
Top 200 Game Activity (Group work-50) Packets50pts
Drug Classification Quiz
**Top 200 Attendance Drug Quizzes (20)
Unit I Workbook
3 Units Exams (100 pts each)
Final Exam
Total points possible
100 pts
100 pts
100 pts
50 pts
200 pts
50 pts
300 pts
150 pts
1000 pts
*Ten points will be deducted for each Attendance/Participation grade (excused or unexcused)
**Attendance Timed Quizzes can NOT be made up (Excused or unexcused) You must be
present to take an attendance quiz. Attendance quizzes are over the top 200 drugs and are given on
assigned dates at the beginning of the class period. (8:00am)
B. Determination of Grade –
The alphabetic grading for this course is as follows:
A =900-1000pts
B =830-899pts
C =750-829pts
D =700-749pts
F= 699 and below
If below 750 points, student will be dropped from the pharmacy tech program and will not be allowed to start clinical
or register for PHRA spring courses.
The instructor may modify the provisions of the syllabus to meet individual class needs by informing the class in
advance as to the changes being made.
Revised: 8/20/15