Overview
The main aim of this course is to introduce some concepts of physical pharmacy, specifically:
- The matter of state and its types and properties.
- Types of bonds between molecules and surface tension.
- Laboratory instruments and apparatus.
- The methods for the analysis of errors and precision calculation.
- The safety measures inside the laboratory.
Intended learning outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:- Describe the types of bonds between atoms.
- Knowing how to calculate the precision.
- Knowing the types of matter.
- Understand the interfacial tension and how to deal with it.
Teaching and learning methods
- Lectures
- Tutorials
and group discussion
- Lab classes
Methods of assessments
The students' knowledge and performance about the studied topics are
assessed throughout the study period. These assessment methods include the
following quizzes, discussion sessions, oral exams, and written exams (grand
total mark 100%)
References:
Martin, A. N., Sinko, P. J., & Singh, Y. (2011). Martin's physical pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences: physical chemical and biopharmaceutical principles in the pharmaceutical sciences. (6th ed.): Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
