Fall 2022 Course Syllabus
Course: PHRA-1209 (Section: 1, CRN: 92785)
Pharmaceutical Mathematics I 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Toy Thornton-Wyckoff
Email thorntontn@lamarpa.edu
Phone 4099846356
Office Madison Monroe Education - Room: 227
Office Hours Office Hours: Monday- Tuesday 3:00-3:30 pm, Wednesday 2:00-3:00 pm, Thursday-Friday 8:30-1:30 pm
Additional Contact Information
Course Information
Description Solving pharmaceutical calculation problems encountered in the preparation and distribution of drugs.
Required Textbooks Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

Pharmacology Clear & Simple
ISBN: 9781719644747
Author: F.A. DAVIS

The Pharmacy Technician A Comprehensive Approach 4th Edition
ISBN:9780357371350
Author: Jahangir Moini

Pharmaceutical Calculations, 2nd Edition 
ISBN: 9781133131342 
Author: Jahangir Moini 
Additional Materials/Resources - #2 Pencils
- Calculator
- Red Pens
Corequisites/Prerequisites None
Learning Outcomes
  • Solve basic math problems. 
  • Demonstrate conversion between various systems of measurement including household, metric, and apothecary.
  • Perform adult and pediatric dosage calculations. 
  • Calculations using ratios and proportions.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Lecture Topics Outline I. Introduction
• Chapter 1-Fundamentals of Math
• Chapter 2- Fractions and Decimals
• Chapter 3- Ratios, Proportions, Percentages
• Chapter 4- Celsius and Fahrenheit Temperature Conversions II. Dosage Calculations
• Chapter 5- Ration and Proportion Method
• Chapter 6- Dimensional Analysis
• Chapter 7- Formula Method III. Prescriptions, Drug Labels, and Percentage of Error
• Chapter 8- Interpretation of Prescriptions and Drug Labels
• Chapter 9- Percentage of Error Due to Equipment IV. Liquid Measures, Concentrations, and Dilutions
• Chapter 10- Dilutions and Solutions
• Chapter 11- Concentrations
• Chapter 12- Oral Medication Labels and Dosage Calculations
• Chapter 13- Reconstitution of Powdered Drugs
• Chapter 14- Parenteral Medication Labels and Drug Calculations
• Chapter 15- Intravenous Flow Rate Calculations
• Chapter 16- Pediatric Drug Administration V. Pharmacy Operations
• Chapter 17- Business Math
Major Assignments Schedule Week 1  Introduction to Pharmaceutical Math    08/23/2022
               Chapter 1-Fundamentals of Math 
Week 2   Chapter 2- Fractions & Decimals 08/30/2022
Week 3 Quiz #1 (Chapter 1 &2)
               Chapter 3- Ratios, Proportions, Percentages 09/06/2022
Week 4   Chapter 4- Celsius & Fahrenheit Temperature Conversions 09/13/2022
Week 5  Exam #1 (Chapters 1-4)  09/20/2022
              Dosage Calculations
                Chapter 5- Ration and Proportion Method
Week 6    Chapter 6- Dimensional Analysis 09/27/2022
Week 7    Chapter 7- Formula Method Quiz # 2 (Chapter 5-7) 10/04/2022
Week 8   Prescriptions, Drug Labels, & Percentage of Error   10/11/2022
                Chapter 8- Interpretation of Prescriptions and Drug Labels
                Chapter 9- Percentage of Error Due to Equipment 
Week 9   Exam # 2 (Chapters 5-9) 10/18/2022
Week 10 Liquid Measures, Concentrations, & Diluents
               Chapter 10- Dilutions & Solutions
               Chapter 11- Concentrations 10/25/2022
Week 11 Chapter 12- Oral Medication Labels and Dosage Calculations
               Chapter 13- Reconstitution of Powdered Drugs 11/01/2022
Week 12 Quiz # 3 Chapter (10-13) 11/08/2022
Week 13 Chapter 14- Parenteral Medication Labels & Drug Calculations
               Chapter 15-Intravenous Flow Rate Calculations 11/15/2022
Week 14 Chapter 16- Pediatric Drug Administration 11/22/2022
               Chapter 17- Business Math 
Week 15 Final Exam Review 11/29/2022
Week 16 Final Exam 12/06/2022
Final Exam Date December 6, 2022 - 10:0 AM   Through  December 6, 2022 - 12:00 PM
Grading Scale Grade Scale:

90-100          A
80-89            B
75-79            C
74-69            D
59 & Below  F
Determination of
Final Grade		 Final grades will be calculated according to the following criteria:

1. Quizzes 15%
2. Homework 25%
2. Exams 30% 
3. Final Exam 20%
4. Class Participation 10%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies • All assignments, quizzes, labs, and exams will be used in calculating your course grade
 Late work will receive deducted points as follows:
o 24 Hours- 10 points
o 48 Hours –20 points
o 72 Hours –not accepted
• In class activities and participation will include assessments of videos, games, group presentations, EVERYONE is expected to stay engaged as this is 10% of your class grade.
• Complete the required readings, assignments, discussions as directed by the instructor
• Keep copies of ALL paperwork, including syllabus, handouts, and assignments
• Participate actively by reviewing course material, interacting with classmates, and responding promptly in communication with your instructor. • No grades will be discussed over the phone, as you can make an appointment with your instructor.
• If you have a complaint about this course which you cannot resolve through discussion with the instructor, please contact Shirley MacNeill, Chair Allied Health Department phone: 409-984-6365
• The following materials are officially PROHIBTED in the classroom meetings for this course: food, drink, or tobacco. This policy agrees with the official college policy, breaks will be given.
• The instructor expects that students illustrate mature behavior with respect to being responsible for your own actions, being respectful of others. Failure to comply may result in removal from the classroom or the course
• Students should use their LSCPA email account to send messages to instructor, all emails sent must contain an appropriate email subject.
• If an exam or quiz is missed, it is your responsibility to request an appointment with your instructor to make arrangements to make up your work with points being deducted. 
Attendance Policy
  • All students are expected to  attend class daily.
  • A student on campus but not in class is absent.
  • A student who is absent from class more than 3 days may be dropped from the program by the Program Director.
  • Late arrival to class is disruptive, any student arriving more than fifteen (15) minutes late should not enter the classroom and should wait until break time to enter.
  • Students who arrive after an quiz or exam starts, but before it ends, may take the quiz or exam without penalty but no additional time will be given.
  • It is the student's responsibility to notify the instructor of any absence, if unable to reach the instructor in office, please leave a voicemail and email using the student's campus email. 
Additional Information
Institutional Policies
MyLSCPA Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.
Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
ADA Considerations The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
COVID 19 Information The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Facility Policies No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.
Title IX and Sexual Misconduct LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
Clery Act Crime Reporting For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.
Grievance / Complaint / Concern If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Department Information
Allied Health
Chair:Shirley MacNeill
Email:macneisb@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6365