PH2S104 - Introduction to Formulation Science and Pharmaceutical Analysis 01 Aug 2023 - 31 Jul 2029 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | PH2S104 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Introduction to Formulation Science and Pharmaceutical Analysis | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Applied Sciences | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Science | ||
| Module Leader: | Natasha Galea, Suzanna Kean | ||
| Module Team: | Meirion Pugh, Rehana Karim, Andrew Graham | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2028 | Final Year of Intake: | 2028 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100413 - analytical chemistry | 101038 - applied chemistry | 101050 - physical chemistry |
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 40 | 40 | 20 |
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Aug 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Jul 2029 |
Module Aims
To impart a knowledge and practical experience ofdrug formulation.
Content Summary
This module will primarily focus on the two most common dosage forms – solids and liquids - but will give an overview of the breadth of formulation science as a whole. Indicative content includes:
1) The differing types of common as well as novel pharmaceutical formulations:e.g., oral solid doses, non-sterile liquids, parenteral, topical, transdermal, and inhalations – routes of administration – patient compliance – drugs in the community.
2) Powders: rheology, compatibility, stability. Particle size classification.
3) Tabletting and capsules – granulation, manufacture, tablet/capsule testing.
4) Liquid/Gel/Cream formulations: Use of differing suspending and viscosity agents. Solution testing.
5) Excipients: Discussion of the role, limits and benefits of various excipients (flavours, buffers,anti oxidants etc) in the context of the above formulations.
6) Pharmaceutical/formulation testing: including powder testing, tablet testing (e.g, hardness, dissolution, disintegration – methods of detection such as HPLC/UV-Vis), liquid/gel/cream testing ( e.g., solubility, viscosity, spread-ability, membrane permeability)
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 12 |
| Independent Study | 50 |
| Directed Study | 102 |
| Problem / challenge based learning | 12 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Apply relevant chemical and physical principles to pharmaceutical product formulation. |
| LO2 | Evaluate the components of a formulation recognising their function and impact. |
| LO3 | Demonstrate problem-solving skills in the areas of pharmaceutical product formulation and pharmaceutical analysis. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 1 | A written report on the optimisation of a drug formulation | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Written Work 1 | Laboratory reports on practicals undertaken | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | LO3 | |
| Report 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Practical Written Work 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |