This module aims to give the students an in depth understanding of the various mechanisms by which drugs may influence the functioning of major body systems.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module the student should be able to:
Understand the variety of mechanisms by which drugs can influence the functioning of the cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and endocrine systems
Know the mechanisms of action and side effects of the main drugs in current use to influence these systems
Appreciate how an in-depth understanding of these systems informs the rational development of new drugs and new treatment strategies
Assemble a logical argument, substantiated by facts.
Assessment
20309-01 : Overall Module Mark : Mixed (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions
The module is assessed by a combination of written examination (25 MCQ and 2 essay questions) and course work:
Examination: 75% (Semester 2)
Course work: 25% (Semester 2)
The course work component will comprise the following:
Structured short answer questions 10%
Poster presentation and appraisal 15%
Reassessment: A resit examination will comprise (25 MCQ and 2 essay questions).
Some students will be required to repeat failed coursework
Some students will be required to submit missing coursework
Other
Reading List
Pharmacology. Rang HP, Dale NM, Ritter JM and Moore PK. 5th Edition. Churchill Livingstone ISBN 0443 071454
Goodman and Gilman's The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. Hardman JG, Limbird LE and Gilman AG. 10th Edition. McGraw Hill ISBN 0 07 135469 7
Pharmacology. Rang HP, Dale NM, Ritter JM and Moore. 5th Edition. Churchill Livingstone ISBN 0-443-071454
