Pharmacology & Therapeutics 1 (PHAR 1102)

This course introduces the study of pharmacology and therapeutics. General concepts of how drugs affect the body, routes of drug administration and dosage forms are discussed. Drugs affecting the nervous, musculo-skeletal, respiratory and cardiovascular system are studied. Prescription, non-prescription and alternative therapies are included.

This course is part of the full-time Pharmacy Technician Program.
Course code: PHAR 1102
Credits: 3.0
Length: 60.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=PHAR&number=1102

Schedule

PHAR 1102 schedule for programs:

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
41477January 20, 2025
to April 25, 2025
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  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B
Vo, Jennifer
43084January 20, 2025
to April 25, 2025
  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B
Vo, Jennifer

Additional Information

  • 1. Principles of pharmacology
  • 2. Principles of therapeutics
  • 3. Dosage forms
  • 4. Routes of administration
  • 5. Drug administration devices
  • 6. Alternative and complimentary therapies

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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