PHARM 380 - Preparation of Sterile

Recent Professors: Amy M. Floyd
Recent Semesters: Fall 2026, Fall 2025
Class Size: Not published
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PHARM 300 and 315 with grades of "C" or better
Fall 2026 Sections: View Fall 2026 sections of PHARM 380
Transfers To: CSU
Description: PHARM 380 Preparation of Sterile Products Units: 3 Hours: 27 hours LEC; 81 hours LAB Prerequisite: PHARM 300 and 315 with grades of "C" or better Transferable: CSU This course presents a general study of the usual technician functions associated with an institutional drug distribution system. Students will learn the state laws and regulations pertaining to preparation and dispensing of pharmaceutical products. Hands-on training in medication order processing, pharmacy patient profile maintenance, medication preparation, and inpatient drug distribution using manual and automated systems. Extemporaneous preparations in an inpatient pharmacy with emphasis on aseptic techniques and use of the laminar flow hood in the preparation of sterile products. Includes history of sterile products and parenteral therapy, characteristics of sterile products and sterile products calculations. Also includes introduction to total parenteral nutrition, chemotherapy and hazardous drugs.
Usually Held: Mon Wed 11:00am–12:30pm, Mon Wed 12:40pm–5:30pm