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SCH3236 Pharmacology
SCHOOL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
Credit Points: 15
Prerequisites:
SCH1134 Human Structure and Function or equivalent experience
 
Description:
Basic pharmacology is presented in such a way that students with little background in physiology or biochemistry will be able to understand the principles of drug actions, reactions and interactions. All commonly used drugs will be described with regard to their use, mechanism of action, side effects and abuse potential. Brief descriptions of pathophysiological processes will be given where appropriate.

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This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets
K05Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science)
K46Bachelor of Science (Nursing)
K46Bachelor of Science (Nursing) - Bunbury
K89Bachelor of Science (Paramedical Science)
SMBIOMBiomedical Science 10 Unit Supporting Major
MIBIOMBiomedical Science Minor
MAAADNBiomedical Science Major
MAAADPBiomolecular Science Major
MABUSSESSA Exercise and Sports Science Professional Accreditation Major
SMCHUMHuman Biology 8 Unit Supporting Major
MIHBIOHuman Biology Minor
MAHBIOHuman Biology Major
SMCPHAPHARMACOLOGY 8 Unit Supporting Major
MIPHARPharmacology Minor
 
 
Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes, Graduate Attributes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Student Equity, Diversity and Disability Service website:
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 12/07/2011 VET: 12/07/2011