Outline

Overview

This unit of study aims to facilitate an understanding of the basic scientific concepts behind designing and using liquid or semi-solid pharmaceutical dosage forms to deliver a drug. Carrying on from PHAR1812 where different dose forms and the importance of the route of administration was introduced, this unit looks at topics such as diffusion and dissolution of drugs, drug solubilisation, crystal polymorphism, suspension and emulsion-based dosage forms. With a grounding in these concepts the unit then goes on to explore specific methods of drug delivery, including: auricular, ocular, intranasal, lung, and intravenous and intramuscular injections, including hospital practice points for pharmacists. This unit of study also includes mathematical tools required for other units of study.

Unit details and rules

Unit code	PHAR1822
Academic unit	Pharmacy
Credit points	6
Prohibitions ?	None
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	HSC Chemistry
Available to study abroad and exchange students	Yes

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Nial Wheate, nial.wheate@sydney.edu.au
Lecturer(s)	Nial Wheate, nial.wheate@sydney.edu.au

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length
Final exam (Record+)	Final exam MCQ and short answer questions.	60%	Formal exam period	1.5 hours
Outcomes assessed:
Participation	Laboratories Participation	15%	Multiple weeks	3hr sessions
Outcomes assessed:
Tutorial quiz	Maths quiz Short answer questions	5%	Week 06	1 hour
Outcomes assessed:
Assignment	Communication assignment Written assignment based on preparing a newspaper article.	20%	Week 13 Due date: 12 Nov 2021 at 23:59	800 words
Outcomes assessed:
= hurdle task ? = group assignment ? = Type B final exam ?

Assessment summary

Maths quiz: Students will complete an in-class written test which will take place during a scheduled maths tutorial class. The test will consist of 15 questions.
Laboratories: Students will be awarded three marks per laboratory if the tutor deems participation satisfactory for the class. Students will receive no marks if the laboratory tutor deems their participation to be unsatisfactory.
Communication assignment: Students are required to produce a two page brochure for hospital patients that explain what’s in their IV bags and how they work. As this is a group assessment, Peer assessment (relative performance factor) will be applied to moderate the groupwork marks. Students will take part in a formative peer assessment conducted earlier in semester, and a summative peer assessment will be conducted later in semester. Peer assessment will be completed online to obtain a factor between 0-1 and will be according to an agreed set of criteria established by groups in session 1. A student who fails to submit a peer assessment for this assessment with be given a zero mark, regardless of the overall group mark.
Final exam: The final exam comprises of multiple choice and short answer questions. Students must pass this assessment task to satisfy the requirements for this unit. Failure to complete this assessment item will result in students being awarded a maximum of 45 F, regardless of cumulative marks obtained in the unit of study. If you wish to sit your Exam on Campus, a limited number of on campus places will be available through an online booking system. All compulsory assessments must be passed (ie 50%) to satisfy the requirements of the unit of study. A fail in compulsory assessment will result in an overall fail for this unit of study.
Repeating students: Exemption from components (tutorials, workshops etc) for students repeating PHAR1822 will not be granted.

Detailed information for each assessment can be found on Canvas.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100	At HD level, a student demonstrates an aptitude for the subject and a well-developed understanding of the unit material. A ‘High Distinction’ reflects exceptional achievement and is awarded to students who demonstrate the ability to apply their subject knowledge and understanding to produce original solutions for novel or highly complex problems and/or comprehensive critical discussions of theoretical concepts.
Distinction	75 - 84	At DI level, a student demonstrates an aptitude for the subject and a well-developed understanding of the units material. A ‘Distinction’ reflects excellent achievement and is awarded to a student who demonstrates an ability to apply their subject knowledge and understanding of the subject to produce good solutions for challenging problems and/or a reasonably well-developed critical analysis of theoretical concepts.
Credit	65 - 74	At CR level, a student demonstrates a good command and knowledge of the unit material. A ‘Credit’ reflects solid achievement and is awarded to a student who has a broad general understanding of the units material and can solve routine problems and/ or identify and superficially discuss theoretical concepts.
Pass	50 - 64	At PS level, a student demonstrates proficiency in the material. A ‘Pass’ reflects satisfactory adequately referencing the original source of the work.
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see sydney.edu.au/students/guide-to-grades.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

Non-submission of peer assessment will result in a factor of zero (0) being applied to the non-submitter’s groupwork mark.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

You may only use artificial intelligence and writing assistance tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator, and if you do use them, you must also acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section.

Studiosity is permitted for postgraduate units unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Multiple weeks	Maths	Lecture (1 hr)
	Advil liquid capsule testing	Science laboratory (3 hr)
	Paracetamol elixirs	Science laboratory (3 hr)
	Micelles	Science laboratory (3 hr)
	Emulsions	Science laboratory (3 hr)
	Paste compounding and testing	Science laboratory (3 hr)
	Independent Study	Independent study (60 hr)
Week -02	Maths tutorial 1	Online class (1 hr)
Week 03	Maths tutorial 2	Online class (1 hr)
Week 04	Maths tutorial 3	Online class (1 hr)
Week 05	Liquids and solutions	Lecture (1 hr)
	Rheology	Lecture (1 hr)
	Maths tutorial 4	Online class (1 hr)
Week 06	Osmosis	Lecture (1 hr)
	Briefing on group assigment	Lecture (1 hr)
	Maths tutorial 5 (maths quiz)	Online class (1 hr)
Week 07	Emulsions	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 07	Freezing point depression	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 08	Suspensions	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 08	Complementary medicines	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 09	Liquid formulation	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 10	Proteins and aerosols	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 11	Injectables	Lecture (1 hr)
	Body systems	Lecture (1 hr)
	Formulation of medicinal cannabis	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 12	Past exams	Lecture (1 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

Attendance: Students must attend the scheduled laboratory classes. Failure to turn up on time, or if the student goes to the wrong laboratory class, will result in a mark of zero for that laboratory class. On-time attendance for labs is defined as arrival for the lab session no later than 10 minutes past the hour. A student who arrives after 10 minutes or later past the hour will be deemed unsatisfactory and will not be permitted entry that day.
In accordance with the Bachelor of Pharmacy and Bachelor of Pharmacy and Management Course resolutions on Attendance Requirements, students must attend a minimum of 85% tutorials/ labs/ workshops to satisfy attendance requirements for this unit of study. For more information see:

https://www.sydney.edu.au/handbooks/medicine_health/coursework/pharmacy_rules.shtml

Recommended materials: Students are recommended to bring a device (laptop, tablet or phone) to laboratory classes.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Undertake complex, multistep pharmaceutical calculations
LO2. Understand the forces, science and terminology behind liquid and semi-solid dosage forms
LO3. Apply the mathematical concept of calculus to pharmacy
LO4. Understand and explain to others the different types of parenteral dosage forms, their medical uses, reasons for selection and how they are prepared.
LO5. Develop skills in teamwork and leadership in pharmaceutical science
LO6. Develop written communication skills

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Alignment with Competency standards

Outcomes	Competency standards
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - At the point of general registration as a pharmacist - 5.1. acting as a role model, facilitator and/or mentor to students, colleagues, other pharmacy team members and other health care professionals Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 1.4.a. demonstrating contemporary knowledge and application of legal requirements relating to community and hospital pharmacy practice within their jurisdiction
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - At the point of general registration as a pharmacist - 5.1. acting as a role model, facilitator and/or mentor to students, colleagues, other pharmacy team members and other health care professionals Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 1.4.a. demonstrating contemporary knowledge and application of legal requirements relating to community and hospital pharmacy practice within their jurisdiction
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - At the point of general registration as a pharmacist - 5.1. acting as a role model, facilitator and/or mentor to students, colleagues, other pharmacy team members and other health care professionals Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 1.4.a. demonstrating contemporary knowledge and application of legal requirements relating to community and hospital pharmacy practice within their jurisdiction
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - At the point of general registration as a pharmacist - 5.1. acting as a role model, facilitator and/or mentor to students, colleagues, other pharmacy team members and other health care professionals Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 1.4.a. demonstrating contemporary knowledge and application of legal requirements relating to community and hospital pharmacy practice within their jurisdiction
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - At the point of general registration as a pharmacist - 5.1. acting as a role model, facilitator and/or mentor to students, colleagues, other pharmacy team members and other health care professionals Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 1.4.a. demonstrating contemporary knowledge and application of legal requirements relating to community and hospital pharmacy practice within their jurisdiction
	Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - At the point of general registration as a pharmacist - 5.1. acting as a role model, facilitator and/or mentor to students, colleagues, other pharmacy team members and other health care professionals Performance Outcomes Framework - Australian Pharmacy Council - On successful completion of an approved pharmacy degree program - 1.4.a. demonstrating contemporary knowledge and application of legal requirements relating to community and hospital pharmacy practice within their jurisdiction

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

Feedback from the students has always been positive for this unit of study, as such no specific changes have been made.

Additional information

Teacher consultation guidelines: Meetings available at any time. No appointment necessary.

Additional costs

Nil

Work, health and safety

Students must wear laboratory coat and safety glasses in all laboratory classes.

Disclaimer

The University reserves the right to amend units of study or no longer offer certain units, including where there are low enrolment numbers.

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Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Alignment with Competency standards

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Additional costs

Work, health and safety

Disclaimer

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PHAR1822: Physical Pharmaceutics and Formulation A

Semester 2, 2021 [Normal day] - Remote

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Required readings

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Alignment with Competency standards

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Additional information

Additional information

Additional costs

Work, health and safety

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links

Media

Student links

About us

Connect