Module Details

Module Code: DRUG C1102
Module Title: Drugs and How They Work 2
Title: Drugs and How They Work 2
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Paula Rankin
Module Author:: Fiona Leonard
Domains:  
Module Description: On completion of this module, students will have gained knowledge, skills and competencies in principles of pathology (i.e. underlying mechanisms which cause disease) and pharmacology (i.e. how drugs work) relevant to a range of common medical conditions.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Describe in simple terms the underlying pathology of a range of common diseases, including factors contributing to an individual's risk.
LO2 Outline/list drugs used to treat/manage a range of conditions. Explain the basic mode of action and rationale behind the use of commonly prescribed drugs. (Students should be familiar with both generic and trade names of drugs.)
LO3 Describe common side effects and drug-drug interactions.
LO4 Provide basic advice to patients on the correct use of certain commonly prescribed drugs.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Theory
Autonomic nervous system; basic physiology of the autonomic nervous system and neurotransmission therein. Overview of drugs which work by acting on the autonomic nervous system, including antimuscarinic agents, α blockers and β blockers.
Theory
Cardiovascular system; basic pathology of cardiovascular system, with emphasis on management of hypertension, dyslipidaemias, coronary heart disease (including angina ,myocardial infarction), heart failure, arrhythmias and stroke. Overview of drugs used to treat/manage all above forms of cardiovascular disease; including antihypertensives, drugs used to treat heart failure, dyslipidaemias, arrhythmias, angina, myocardial infarction, stroke, anti-platelet agents, anticoagulants.
Theory
Gastrointestinal system; Basic pathology of peptic ulcer disease, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, constipation, diarrhoea, irritable bowel disease and inflammatory bowel disease.
Theory
Drugs affecting the CNS; basic pathology and drugs used to treat Parkinson’s Disease, pain syndromes, epilepsy, headache, migraine and glaucoma.
Theory
Drug abuse and dependence; overview of drug dependence and its management. Overview of drugs used to manage dependence and withdrawal from opioids, alcohol and nicotine.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment50.00%
End of Module Formal Examination50.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 50
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Weekly or two-weekly Blackboard quizzes.
Mid-semester assessment, similar to end of semester examination [shorter duration].
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 50
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Exam

Part Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Essay % of Total Mark 50
Timing Sem 1 End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Assignment
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 50
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Examination of all learning outcomes
Reassessment Requirement
Exam Board
It is at the discretion of the Examination Board as to what the qualifying criteria are.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecture 12 Weeks per Stage 3.00 36
Estimated Learner Hours Non Contact Independent learning 15 Weeks per Stage 5.93 89
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lectures will address all learning outcomes Per Semester 0.64 16
Independent Learning Time Non Contact Self-Direct Independent Learning - an emphasis on independent learning will develop a strong and autonomous work and learning practices. Review of teaching material, readings, notes. Per Semester 3.16 79
Work - based Learning Contact No Description Per Semester 1.20 30
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.84
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Pharmaceutical Press.. BNF.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
Discussion Note: