A definition of the pharmacy technician role and responsibilities are presented, as well as a study of general operations of pharmacies at different settings. Emphasis is placed on computer usage, purchase requisitioning and order preparation, charges and billing, filing procedures, patient profile preparation, reference material and physician s orders. It covers purchasing, storing, security, dispensing and record keeping, as well as drug abuse. 536-322 Introduction to Drug Classification and Pharmacology 2 credits Presents pharmaceutical terminology, including generic and brand names of drugs by pharmacologic classification. A survey of actions, reactions and administration routes of major pharmacologic groups is presented.
Emphasis is placed on setting unit doses while concentrating on accuracy and speed.
536-326 Pharmacy Sterile Products 3 credits A laboratory study of the aseptic compounding techniques for parenteral administration. Pharmacy Bulk Compounding 2 credits A study of compounding techniques of solutions, powders and ointments. Emphasis is placed on safety, cleaning and housekeeping, packaging, batch records, labeling, use and maintenance of compounding equipment, calculating, weighing and measuring, and compounding of products of high quality. Students are assigned to a cooperating affiliation site and are under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. 536-346 Pharmacy Seminar 1 credit Students sharing and presenting their experiences to their fellow students, as well as an examination of job placement techniques.