Fall 2024 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 (409) 984-6437
Office Educational I - Room: 111
Office Hours Monday-Wednesday by Appointment, Thursday & Friday 8:30-1:30 pm
Additional Contact Information Allied Health Administrative Assistant, Donna Wolfe (409) 984-6356 or 1-800-477-5872
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.

Pharmaceutical Calculations for Technicians 7th Edition
ISBN: 978763893033
Author: Skye A. McKennon
Additional Materials/Resources Calulator
#2 Pencils 
Corequisites/Prerequisites None
Learning Outcomes Solving pharmaceutical calculation problems encountered in the preparation and distribution of drugs.
Program Student 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
Lecture Topics Outline
Fundamentals of Pharmacy Calculations
  • Understanding Number Systems and Operations
  • Performing Ratio, Percent, and Proportion Calculations
  • Developing Prescription and Medication Order Literacy Skills
Common Pharmacy Calculations
  • Understanding Measurement Systems and Conversions
  • Calculating Doses for Oral Medications
  • Calculating Doses for Injectable Medications
Specialized and Advance Pharmacy Calculations
  • Performing Calculation for Compounding
Major Assignments Schedule
Week 1 Introduction to Pharmaceutical Math
Fundamentals of Pharmacy Calculations 
• Chapter 1-Understanding Number Systems and Operations
Week 2 Quiz #1 (Chapter 1)
• Chapter 2- Performing Ratio, Percent, and Proportion Calculations
Week 3 Cont’d•
Chapter 2- Performing Ratio, Percent, and Proportion Calculations
Week 4 Quiz #2 (Chapter 2)
• Chapter 3- Developing Prescription and Medication Order Literacy Skills
Week 5 Exam #1 (Chapters 1-3)
Common Pharmacy Calculations
Week 6 • Chapter 4- Understanding Measurement Systems and Conversions
Week 7 Cont’d• Chapter 4- Understanding Measurement Systems and Conversions
Week 8 Quiz # 3 (Chapter 4)• Chapter 5- Calculating Doses for Oral Medications 
Week 9 Cont’d • Chapter 5- Calculating Doses for Oral Medications
Week 10 Exam #2 (Chapters 4-5)
Week 11 • Chapter 6- Calculating Doses for Injectable Medications
Week 12 Cont’d• Chapter 6- Calculating Doses for Injectable Medication
Week 13 Exam #3 (Chapters 6)
Specialized and Advance Pharmacy Calculations 
Week 14 • Chapter 7-Performing Calculations for Compounding 
Week 15 Final Exam Review/Make Up Day
Week 16 Final Exam 
Final Exam Date December 10, 2024 - 11:30 AM   Through  December 10, 2024 - 1:30 PM
Grading 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. Classwork 25%
3. Exams 30%
4. Final Exam 20%
5. Class Attendance 10%
 
Course Policies
Instructor Policies
  • NO CELLPHONESare to be in sight during class lecture or labs, as students will be allowed to use their cell phones during break time. If there is an emergency or situation please notify your instructor BEFORE class and you may be allowed to step out of class otherwise Mrs. Donna Wolfe is available at(409) 984-6366 for emergency contact and will notify the instructor and student.
  • All class and or homework assignments, quizzes, and exams, and attendance will be used in calculating your course grade.
  • Late work will receive deducted points as follows:
  • 24 Hours- 10 points
  • 48 Hours –20 points
  • 72 Hours –not accepted
  • If an exam or quiz is missed, you will be allowed to makeup an exam with the proper documentation for absence and a different exam or quiz may be given with the zero being replaced with the exam or quiz grade.
  • 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 via email or by appointment.
  • No gradeswill be discussed over the phone, as you can make an appointment with your instructor. Student must maintain an average grade of 75 or better to pass.
  • 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 and leave an office voicemail.
 
Attendance Policy Attendance Policy:
  • All students are expected to attend class DAILY. A no call, no show will result in a zero for class work/homework assignment, class participation, etc. for the day of absence and cannot be made up.
  • A student who is absent from class more than 3 days within the semester may be dropped from the program by the Program Coordinator.
1st Warning- verbal with record of conference
2nd Warning- written with record of conference
3rd Warning- written and meeting with Program Coordinator and Allied Health Director
  • Late arrivalto class is disruptive, the classroom door is closed at the time class starts, any student arriving at that time will be considered LATE andwill not be allowed to enter the classroom, the student then should wait until break time to enter. Material that has been taught willNOT be retaught as students should follow up with their group or partner for class work.
  • Students who arrive after a 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 the office, please leave a voicemail AND emailusing the student's campus email. Absences must be followed up with the proper documentation for student records.
 
*At any time while a student in the Pharmacy Technology Program, two final counseling notes are grounds for immediate dismissal
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 diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 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