PHCY 1102 - Pharmacy Math

Cr Hrs: 1 (1-0-0)

This required course is designed to teach the fundamentals of pharmaceutical calculations that are required in the compounding and dispensing of a prescription. It is taught during the first 8 weeks of the semester. Students will apply appropriate mathematical concepts using typical situations that are encountered during the practice of pharmacy. The course will emphasize aspects of basic mathematics and logical skills needed to perform pharmaceutical and clinical calculations essential to ensure that the right dose and strength of a medication or nutritional are given.

This course may be repeated for up to 1 credit hour.

Grade Mode: Standard
Instructional Method: Lecture
Location offered: Memphis
Term offered: Fall

Fall - Instructor of Record: Michael Lloyd Christensen