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HYBRID - Students are expected to attend in-person class meetings AND to complete online instruction.
100% IN-PERSON - Students are expected to attend in-person class meetings only.
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PHAR 50 Pharmaceutics 1.5 Units
This course is designed to develop the practical application of fundamentals of measurements and mathematics (More) (Expand All)
This course is designed to develop the practical application of fundamentals of measurements and mathematics utilized by the pharmacy technician. (Less)
Prerequisite: HO 56 or equivalent with a grade of Pass or "C" or higher.
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| | Nine Week B3 Wednesday Session (10/23/2024 - 12/18/2024) | | 30901 | 8:00am | 10:50am | W | REMOTE | 30 | | Open | Makarem, N | Lecture | 27 | Books | | | | Note: This section of PHAR 50 requires live online meetings that take place on Wednesday from 8:00-10:50 am. (More) Note: This section of PHAR 50 requires live online meetings that take place on Wednesday from 8:00-10:50 am. Live meetings require the use of Zoom web conferencing accessed in Canvas using an internet-enabled device. Students will complete coursework in Canvas. (Less)
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PHAR 55 Pharmacy Introduction 1.5 UnitsThis introductory course is designed to provide the student with an overview of the pharmacy profession (More) This introductory course is designed to provide the student with an overview of the pharmacy profession and the role of the pharmacist, pharmacy technician, and pharmacy clerk in all pharmacy settings. Students will be introduced to pharmacy law and will learn how to read and process prescriptions. This course is not open to students who have received credit for PHAR 60. (Less) Corequisite: PHAR 56
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| | Nine Week A2 Tuesday Session (8/20/2024 - 10/15/2024) | | 30902 | 8:00am | 10:50am | Tu | REMOTE | 30 | | Open | Makarem, N | Lecture | 27 | Books | | | | Note: This section of PHAR 55 requires live online meetings that take place on Tuesday from 8:00-10:50 am. (More) Note: This section of PHAR 55 requires live online meetings that take place on Tuesday from 8:00-10:50 am. Live meetings require the use of Zoom web conferencing accessed in Canvas using an internet-enabled device. Students will complete coursework in Canvas. (Less)
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PHAR 56 Pharmacy Skills Lab Intro 0.5 UnitsThis course is designed to provide the student with hands-on experience working with a computerized Pharmacy (More) This course is designed to provide the student with hands-on experience working with a computerized Pharmacy Management System in the retail setting. This course is not open to students who have received credit for PHAR 60L. (Less) Corequisite: PHAR 55
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| | Nine Week A M-F Session (8/19/2024 - 10/18/2024) | | 30903 | | | | ONLINE | 30 | | Open | Shields, J | Lecture | 9 | Books | Online Course | | | Note: This lecture section of PHAR 56 is a fully online class with no scheduled meetings. All coursework is (More) Note: This lecture section of PHAR 56 is a fully online class with no scheduled meetings. All coursework is completed on Canvas using an internet-enabled device and Google docs. (Less)
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| Auto | 11:30am | 1:20pm | Tu | SL101 | | | | Shields, J | Laboratory | 18 | Books | | | | Fee: Course materials 15.00 |
PHAR 57 Pharmacy Operations I 1.5 UnitsThis course is designed for the student to develop the interpersonal communication skills needed to work (More) This course is designed for the student to develop the interpersonal communication skills needed to work in a pharmacy setting dealing with patients, pharmacists, and co-workers. Students will also develop a basic understanding of hospital distribution systems and medication order transcription. This course is not open to students who have received credit for PHAR 62. (Less) |
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| | Nine Week A5 Friday Session (8/23/2024 - 10/18/2024) | | 30905 | 8:00am | 10:50am | F | REMOTE | 30 | | Open | Casas, R | Lecture | 27 | Books | |
PHAR 63 Pharmacy Operations II 2.0 UnitsThis course is designed for the Pharmacy Technician major to develop proficiency in skills necessary (More) This course is designed for the Pharmacy Technician major to develop proficiency in skills necessary to both hospital and community pharmacy settings. It will also introduce students to the many contemporary issues facing the pharmacy profession. Included will be use of forms, drug formularies, patient profiles, patient charts, processing of medication orders, drug manufacturing and packaging, and computers. (Less) Prerequisite: PHAR 55, PHAR 56, and PHAR 57 or equivalent with grades of Pass or "C" or higher.
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| | Nine Week B M-F Session (10/21/2024 - 12/20/2024) | | 30906 | | | | ONLINE | 30 | | Open | Shields, J | Lecture | 36 | Books | Online Course | | | Note: This lecture section of PHAR 63 is a fully online class with no scheduled meetings. All coursework is (More) Note: This lecture section of PHAR 63 is a fully online class with no scheduled meetings. All coursework is completed on Canvas using an internet-enabled device and Google docs. (Less)
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| Auto | 9:00am | 10:50am | Tu | SL101 | | | | Shields, J | Laboratory | 18 | Books | | | | Fee: Course materials 20.00 |
PHAR 64 Pharmacy Operations III 2.5 UnitsThis course is designed to develop proficiency in the preparation and storage of sterile products. (More) This course is designed to develop proficiency in the preparation and storage of sterile products. Topics include infection control, aseptic technique, sterile product compatibility and the use of pharmacy equipment in medication preparation. United States Pharmacopeia guidelines and California State Board of Pharmacy regulations are emphasized. (Less) Prerequisite: PHAR 50, PHAR 55, PHAR 56, PHAR 57, and PHAR 63 or equivalents with grades of Pass or "C" or higher. (More) Prerequisite: PHAR 50, PHAR 55, PHAR 56, PHAR 57, and PHAR 63 or equivalents with grades of Pass or "C" or higher. PHAR 63 may be taken concurrently with PHAR 64; however PHAR 64 cannot be taken prior to PHAR 63. (Less) |
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| | Regular Session (8/19/2024 - 12/20/2024) | | 30908 | | | | ONLINE | 24 | | Open | Casas, R | Lecture | 36 | Books | Online Course | | | Note: This lecture section of PHAR 64 is a fully online class with no scheduled meetings. All coursework is (More) Note: This lecture section of PHAR 64 is a fully online class with no scheduled meetings. All coursework is completed on Canvas using an internet-enabled device and Google docs. (Less)
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| Auto | 8:30am | 10:20am | M | SL101 | | | | Makarem, N | Laboratory | 36 | Books | | | | Fee: Course materials 50.00 |
PHAR 65 Phar Oper IV - Non-Sterile Com 2.0 UnitsThis course will provide training in the art, science, and technology of pharmaceutical compounding. (More) This course will provide training in the art, science, and technology of pharmaceutical compounding. It is designed for the Pharmacy Technician major to develop proficiency in the skills necessary for successful compounding technique and practice in both the hospital and community pharmacy settings. This course includes the history and theory of pharmaceutical compounding, non-sterile preparation, use of dosage forms, rationale for use of various drug formulations, patient-specific criteria indicating alternative dosage forms, herbal alternatives, and regulations governing the practice of compounding and packaging. (Less) Prerequisite: PHAR 50 and PHAR 63 or equivalent with grades of Pass or "C" or higher.
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| | Regular Session (8/19/2024 - 12/20/2024) | | 30910 | 9:00am | 11:00am | W | SL101 | 24 | | Open | Casas, R | Lecture | 36 | Books | | | Auto | 11:00am | 11:50am | W | SL101 | | | | Casas, R | Laboratory | 18 | Books | | | | Fee: Course materials 55.00 |
PHAR 81 Over-The-Counter Products 3.0 UnitsRecommendation: MA 161 or A&P 120 or equivalent with a grade of Pass or "C" or higher. (More) Recommendation: MA 161 or A&P 120 or equivalent with a grade of Pass or "C" or higher.
This course is designed to teach Pharmacy Technician students to recognize the classifications, uses and general action of the various Over-the Counter (OTC) pharmaceutical and herbal products available to and used by consumers. Lectures and discussions include a brief review of anatomy and physiology, a review of the way drugs exert their effects, major indications for use, adverse effects, consumer precautions and contraindications. The goal is to help a person select a non-prescription drug safely and rationally. (Less) |
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| | Regular Session (8/19/2024 - 12/20/2024) | | 30912 | | | | ONLINE | 45 | | Open | Makarem, N | Lecture | 54 | Books | Online Course | | | Note: This section of PHAR 81 is a fully online class with no scheduled meetings. All coursework is completed (More) Note: This section of PHAR 81 is a fully online class with no scheduled meetings. All coursework is completed on Canvas using an internet-enabled device and Google docs. (Less)
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PHAR 83 Pharm Techician Pharmacology I 3.0 UnitsThis pharmacology course covers information on drugs affecting the gastrointestinal system, vitamin and (More) This pharmacology course covers information on drugs affecting the gastrointestinal system, vitamin and mineral balance, infectious diseases, neoplastic disorders, immunological function, hormonal function, mood and behavior and the eyes. Content includes how drugs exert their effects, adverse effects and major indications for drug use. Emphasis will be placed on routes of administration and product types. (Less) Prerequisite: MA 161 or A&P 120 or equivalent with a grade of Pass or "C" or higher.
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| | Regular Session (8/19/2024 - 12/20/2024) | | 30913 | 8:00am | 10:50am | Tu | SL108 | 30 | | Open | Casas, R | Lecture | 54 | Books | Hybrid Course | | | Note: This section of PHAR 83 requires live online meetings on Tuesdays from 8:00-10:50 am and in-person meetings. (More) Note: This section of PHAR 83 requires live online meetings on Tuesdays from 8:00-10:50 am and in-person meetings. In-person meetings will take place on Tuesdays Week 3 (9/3), Week 9 (10/15) and Week 14 (11/19) from 8:00-10:50 am. Live meetings require the use of Zoom web conferencing accessed in Canvas using an internet-enabled device. Students will complete coursework in Canvas. (Less)
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PHAR 85 Pharm Tech Pharmacology II 3.0 UnitsThis pharmacology course covers information on drugs affecting the respiratory, integumentary, nervous (More) This pharmacology course covers information on drugs affecting the respiratory, integumentary, nervous and cardiovascular systems. Content includes major indications for drug use, how drugs exert their effects, adverse effects and specific implications for consumer awareness. Drugs of abuse, at-risk populations and treatment regimens are included. Emphasis will be on routes of administration and product types. (Less) Prerequisite: MA 161 or A&P 120 or equivalent with a grade of Pass or "C" or higher.
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| | Regular Session (8/19/2024 - 12/20/2024) | | 30914 | 8:00am | 10:50am | Th | SL101 | 35 | | Open | Casas, R | Lecture | 54 | Books | Hybrid Course | | | Note: This section of PHAR 85 requires live online meetings on Thursdays from 8:00-10:50 am and in-person meetings. (More) Note: This section of PHAR 85 requires live online meetings on Thursdays from 8:00-10:50 am and in-person meetings. In-person meetings will take place on Thursdays Week 9 (10/17), Week 14 (11/21), and Week 16 (12/5) from 8:00-10:50 am. Online meetings require the use of Zoom web conferencing accessed in Canvas using an internet-enabled device. Students will complete coursework in Canvas. (Less)
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PHAR 90 Clinical Experience I 3.5 UnitsThis course is designed to provide the student with practical experiences in selected community pharmacy (More) This course is designed to provide the student with practical experiences in selected community pharmacy settings working under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. (Less) Prerequisite: PHAR 50, PHAR 63, PHAR 65, and PHAR 81 or equivalents with grades of "C" or higher or "Pass".
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| | Regular Session (8/19/2024 - 12/20/2024) | | 30915 | 9:00am | 9:50am | Th | REMOTE | 12 | | Open | Makarem, N | Lecture | 18 | Books | | | | Note: This section of PHAR 90 requires live online meetings that take place on Thursday from 9:00-9:50 am. (More) Note: This section of PHAR 90 requires live online meetings that take place on Thursday from 9:00-9:50 am. Live meetings require the use of Zoom web conferencing accessed in Canvas using an internet-enabled device. Students will complete coursework in Canvas. (Less)
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| Auto | | | | TBD * | | | | Makarem, N | Laboratory | 140.040 | Books | |
PHAR 95 Clinical Experience II 5.0 UnitsThis course is designed to provide the student with practical experiences in the classroom lab and in (More) This course is designed to provide the student with practical experiences in the classroom lab and in selected hospital pharmacy settings working with intravenous additives and sterile extemporaneous packaging areas. (Less) Prerequisite: PHAR 64, PHAR 83, and PHAR 85 or equivalent with grades of Pass or "C" or higher.
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| | Regular Session (8/19/2024 - 12/20/2024) | | 30917 | 8:00am | 8:50am | Th | REMOTE | 12 | | Open | Makarem, N | Lecture | 18 | Books | | | | Note: This section of PHAR 95 requires live online meetings that take place on Thursday from 8:00-8:50 am. (More) Note: This section of PHAR 95 requires live online meetings that take place on Thursday from 8:00-8:50 am. Live meetings require the use of Zoom web conferencing accessed in Canvas using an internet-enabled device. Students will complete coursework in Canvas. This section of PHAR 95 is a fully online class with no scheduled meetings. All coursework is completed on Canvas using an internet-enabled device and Google docs. (Less)
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| Auto | | | | TBD * | | | | Makarem, N | Laboratory | 200 | Books | | | | Note: This section of PHAR 95 is a fully online class with no scheduled meetings. All coursework is completed (More) Note: This section of PHAR 95 is a fully online class with no scheduled meetings. All coursework is completed on Canvas using an internet-enabled device and Google docs. (Less)
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