PHARMACEUTICAL CALCULATION I

Catalog description

Review of basic math concepts used daily in the practice of the profession. Discusses the concepts of ratio and proportion, estimation, and significant figures, as well as the method used in the augmentation and reduction of formulas, preparations expressed in percentages, dilution and concentration. Emphasis is given to the International System of Units, the common Apothecary system, the Avoirdupois system, and equivalencies that are used in the conversion between them. Basic mathematical operations are performed as well as their application in solving quantitative problems that are part of the professional roles in both community pharmacy chains, as well as in institutional and industrial areas. The student must complete a total of four (4) contact hours each week.