Course coordinator
Associate Professor Karin Borges
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Biomedical Sciences School
Principles of Pharmacology is designed to introduce students to fundamental concepts in drug action and drug disposition at the molecular and cellular level. Topics include the binding of drugs to receptors, receptor activation and inhibition, effect of drugs on cell signalling, drug absorption and metabolism, genetic determinants of drug action and drug toxicity. Along with basic concepts of pharmacology, students are introduced to experimental approaches to study drug effects.
BIOM2402 is designed to provide an opportunity for students to learn about the mechanisms of drug action.ﾠBasic topics covered include how we measure drug activity, types of drug activity, how drugs are distributed through the body, and why drugs affect different people differently. We then will look at a variety of physiological models for the pharmacological actions of drugs, including the cardiac system, various hormonal systems, and the autonomic and central nervous systems.ﾠThe practical components provide the students with the experience of generating and analyzing their own data, as well as working on their writing quality.
Possible careers for students to apply this knowledge are vast, including scientific research, medicine, and pharmacy, among others. BIOM2402 is a prerequisite for theﾠthird year course, BIOM3401, in which the basic concepts learned in BIOM2402 are built upon in more intricate physiological systems. For students interested in research techniques and current research problems being worked on within Pharmacology, BIOM3402, offered in second semester, third year, is a good extension course.
Course requirements
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
BIOL2200 or BIOC2000
Recommended prerequisites
We recommend completing the following courses before enrolling in this one:
CHEM1100, CHEM1222, CHEM1022 or CHEM1020
Incompatible
You can't enrol in this course if you've already completed the following:
BIOM2041
Course contact
Backup coordinator
Dr Mary-Louise Roy Manchadi
Course staff
Lecturer
Associate Professor Karin Borges
Associate Professor Lisa Kaminskas
Dr Lachlan Rash
Dr Mary-Louise Roy Manchadi
Professor Trent Woodruff
Laboratory coordinator
Ms Maleeha Waqar
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Aims and outcomes
All students should understand and appreciate:
(i) what distinguishes pharmacology as a scientific discipline
(ii) the general principles and key concepts underlying how drugs exert their effects on biological systems
(iii) how the action of drugs can be described and measured at various levels of biological organisation - molecule to whole organism, and in populations
(iv) the roles of drugs in bioscience research and therapeutic applications
(v) that adverse reactions to, and toxicological effects of drugs are major areas of research and application.
All students should be able to:
(vi) work safely, skillfully and effectively in laboratories
(vii) work scientifically to collect and manage quality data
(viii) appropriately and effectively communicate their understandings of concepts and experimental data.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
explain the principles, main concepts, and relevant facts of certain areas of pharmacology
LO2.
apply in-depth knowledge of relevant theories, concepts, and facts to critically discuss principles of pharmacology
LO3.
analyse quantitative and qualitative data to solve some problems related to basic pharmacology
LO4.
evaluate alternative solutions to more complex pharmacological problems or issues which have associated ethical and social dimensions
LO5.
design experiments to investigate a pharmacological question which are scientifically reasoned and appropriately communicated
LO6.
use calculations and manual skills needed in a research environment
LO7.
work both independently and when required, in team-based, collegial situations such that problems are completed in a scholarly and timely manner
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation |
Virtual Ileum Report
|
10% |
12/08/2024 - 23/08/2024
Reports due: G1 12th August 2024 12:00 noon. G2 13th August 2024 12:00 noon. G3 16th August 2024 12:00 noon. G4 19th August 2024 12:00 noon. G5 20th August 2024 12:00 noon. G6 23rd August 2024 12:00 noon. A preparatory quiz (formative) will be held at the beginning of each practical session. |
| Examination |
In-Semester Theory Exam
|
30% |
In-semester Saturday 31/08/2024 - 14/09/2024 |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation |
Ileum Pharmacology Report
|
25% |
30/09/2024 - 11/10/2024
Reports due: G1 30th September 2024 12:00 noon. G2 1st October 2024 12:00 noon. G3 3rd October 2024 12:00 noon. G4 8th October 2024 12:00 noon. G5 8th October 2024 12:00 noon. G6 11th October 2024 12:00 noon. A preparatory quiz (formative) will be held at the beginning of each practical session. |
| Examination |
End-of-Semester Theory Examination
|
35% |
End of Semester Exam Period 2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024 |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
Virtual Ileum Report
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 10%
- Due date
12/08/2024 - 23/08/2024
Reports due:
G1 12th August 2024 12:00 noon.
G2 13th August 2024 12:00 noon.
G3 16th August 2024 12:00 noon.
G4 19th August 2024 12:00 noon.
G5 20th August 2024 12:00 noon.
G6 23rd August 2024 12:00 noon.
A preparatory quiz (formative) will be held at the beginning of each practical session.
- Other conditions
- Student specific.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L06, L07
Task description
- Each student must submit a report that contains an individually prepared hand-drawn (scanned in) figure, plus several computer-generated Figures and Tables based on the data analysis conducted during the Virtual Ileum practical session, with a description and discussion of the results obtained. Students will work in pairs during the practical, but will need to prepare their own individual figures and report.
- A formative quiz will be held at the beginning of each practical session to enhance students' understanding of the practical material.
- Further details of the assessment format and marking criteria will be provided on Blackboard during the semester.
- This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
You must submit your Assessment task, with the electronic coversheet available on the School’s website (https://biomedical-sciences.uq.edu.au/student-support/resources under Undergraduate - Assessment), to Turnitin by the submission deadline. You may submit drafts to Turnitin up to the due date, but you will only be able to submit once on or after the due date. Upon submission of the Virtual Ileum report, save your Turnitin receipt and double-check in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox page that your report was submitted successfully. You should also keep an electronic copy of every piece of assessment you submit.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Requests for extension must be made prior to the submission deadline, even if you are awaiting your supporting documentation. Late requests for extension will not be accepted for consideration unless you provide evidence of exceptional circumstances preventing you from submitting a request prior to the deadline, e.g., due to hospitalisation.
If you have been granted an extension, then the assessment specified late submission penalty in the table above will apply to submissions made after the due date of the approved extension.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
If you are experiencing technical difficulties uploading your submission, please email a copy of your assessment to sbms@enquire.uq.edu.au so this can be logged on your behalf before the due date.
In-Semester Theory Exam
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 30%
- Due date
In-semester Saturday
31/08/2024 - 14/09/2024
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L05
Task description
- Examination consisting of multiple choice questions and short answer questions, covering the modules by A/Prof Kaminskas, Borges and Rash in the first 5 weeks of semester.
- Further information about the exam will be provided on Blackboard.
- Have your UQ student ID card available for all your exams.
- This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of AI may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Calculator options | (In person) Casio FX82 series or UQ approved , labelled calculator only |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Materials | A ruler |
| Exam platform | Paper based |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Ileum Pharmacology Report
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 25%
- Due date
30/09/2024 - 11/10/2024
Reports due:
G1 30th September 2024 12:00 noon.
G2 1st October 2024 12:00 noon.
G3 3rd October 2024 12:00 noon.
G4 8th October 2024 12:00 noon.
G5 8th October 2024 12:00 noon.
G6 11th October 2024 12:00 noon.
A preparatory quiz (formative) will be held at the beginning of each practical session.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L05, L06, L07
Task description
- Compulsory written laboratory report (introduction, materials and methods, results, discussion, references) detailing experimental results and interpretation as discussed in the practical sessions and detailed in the Practical Notebook. These are individually written reports.
- A formative quiz will be held at the beginning of each practical session to enhance students' understanding of the practical material.
- Further details of the assessment format and marking criteria will be provided on Blackboard during the semester.
- This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Hurdle requirements
You must submit a reasonable attempt of the Ileum Pharmacology Laboratory report. This means you must receive 50% of the total marks for this report.Submission guidelines
You must submit your Assessment task, with the electronic coversheet available on the School’s website (https://biomedical-sciences.uq.edu.au/student-support/resources under Undergraduate - Assessment), to Turnitin by the submission deadline. You may submit drafts to Turnitin up to the due date, but you will only be able to submit once on or after the due date. Upon submission of the Ileum Pharmacology report, save your Turnitin receipt and double-check in the Turnitin Assignment Inbox page that your report was submitted successfully. You should also keep an electronic copy of every piece of assessment you submit.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Requests for extension must be made prior to the submission deadline, even if you are awaiting your supporting documentation. Late requests for extension will not be accepted for consideration unless you provide evidence of exceptional circumstances preventing you from submitting a request prior to the deadline, e.g., due to hospitalisation.
If you have been granted an extension, then the assessment specified late submission penalty in the table above will apply to submissions made after the due date of the approved extension.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
If you are experiencing technical difficulties uploading your submission, please email a copy of your assessment to sbms@enquire.uq.edu.au so this can be logged on your behalf before the due date.
End-of-Semester Theory Examination
- Hurdle
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 35%
- Due date
End of Semester Exam Period
2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05
Task description
- Examination consisting of multiple choice questions and short answer questions, covering all material covered during the semester with an emphasis of material taught after Week 5.
- Have your UQ student ID card available for all your exams.
- Further information about the exam will be provided on Blackboard.
- This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of AI may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Hurdle requirements
You must obtain a PASS mark on the end of semester theory exam in order to pass the course.Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Calculator options | (In person) Casio FX82 series or UQ approved , labelled calculator only |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Materials | A ruler |
| Exam platform | Paper based |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0 - 29 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A cumulative score for all intra-semester and end of semester assessment items of 0% - 29%. |
| 2 (Fail) | 30 - 44 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A cumulative score for all intra-semester and end of semester assessment items of 30% - 44%.</p> |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 45 - 49 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: A cumulative score for all intra-semester and end of semester assessment items of 45% - 49%. OR A cumulative score for all intra-semester and end of semester assessment items of 50% or greater, but less than a pass in any of the assessment hurdles outlined below in "Additional Course Grading Information". |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A cumulative score for all intra-semester and end of semester assessment items of 50% - 64%, AND successful completion of assessment hurdles as outlined below in "Additional Course Grading Information". |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - 74 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A cumulative score for all intra-semester and end of semester assessment items of 65% - 74%, AND successful completion of assessment hurdles as outlined below in "Additional Course Grading Information". |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - 84 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A cumulative score for all intra-semester and end of semester assessment items of 75% - 84%, AND successful completion of assessment hurdles as outlined below in "Additional Course Grading Information". |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: A cumulative score for all intra-semester and end of semester assessment items of 85% - 100%, AND successful completion of assessment hurdles as outlined below in "Additional Course Grading Information". |
Additional course grading information
To pass this course you must meet ALL the following hurdle requirements:
- You must obtain a PASS mark for the Ileum Pharmacology Laboratory Report.
- You must obtain a PASS mark on the End of Semester Theory Exam to pass the course.
If a student obtains an overall percentage greater than the cut-offs set to achieve a 4 or higher for the course and does NOT successfully complete the hurdles, they are unable to achieve a grade higher than a 3 (failing grade) for the course.
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Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
Other: School of Biomedical Sciences Assessment Guidelines
- Assessment due dates and times listed are Brisbane local (AEST) time.ﾠ
- If you require further feedback on your performance in examinations, you can attend an advertised examination viewing session or email the course coordinator. During exam review, students have the right to peruse (but not copy by any means, any part of) an unmarked copy of the examination paper.
Information on applying for an assessment extension can be found on the Applying for an extension website.
Information on applying for a deferred exam can be found on the Deferring an exam website.
Information on assessment re-mark requests can be found on the Querying a result website.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Other course materials
If we've listed something under further requirement, you'll need to provide your own.
Required
| Item | Description | Further Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) | Clean white laboratory coat, safety glasses and fully enclosed shoes. Students will not be permitted in the laboratory without these items. Each student must have their UQ Student Identification Card visibly displayed above the waist. While public health directions no longer require face masks to be worn, they are recommended when you cannot physically distance, you are a vulnerable person or caring for vulnerable people. Please note that cloth masks are not acceptable in laboratory classes in the School of Biomedical Sciences. PPE and identification card holders can be purchased from the School Locker. | own item needed |
Recommended
| Item | Description | Further Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| University Learning Resources | Access to required and recommended resources, plus past central exam papers, is available at the UQ Library website (http://www.library.uq.edu.au/lr/BIOM2402). The University offers a range of resources and services to support student learning. Details are available on the myUQ website (https://my.uq.edu.au/). |
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Multiple weeks |
Lecture |
Lectures Lectures (Lecture Series): Each week there will be an equivalent of one-three hours of lectures during which important and current concepts in Principles Pharmacology will be discussed. These lectures will either be delivered in person and recorded for later viewing, or may be pre-recorded lectures. Topics covered include:
Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05 |
Practical |
Virtual Ileum The Virtual Ileum practicals involve a lot of computer work and calculations - please bring a calculator and you are welcome to work on a personal laptop if you have one. A practical lab manual will be provided on Blackboard during semester. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L05, L06, L07 |
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Practical |
Organ Bath The Organ Bath practicals involve a lot of computer work and calculations - please bring a calculator and you are welcome to work on a personal laptop if you have one. A practical lab manual will be provided on Blackboard during semester. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L05, L06, L07 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
School guidelines
Your school has additional guidelines you'll need to follow for this course: