Pharmacology of Addiction Syllabus for 2011-2012
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Instructor Information

Instructor

Robert Banks (Curriculum Vitae)

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N/A

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Course

DAAC-1304-001 Pharmacology of Addiction

Prerequisites

Course Description

Psychological, physiological and sociological effects of mood altering substances and behaviors and their implications for the addiction process are discussed. Emphasis is placed on pharmacological effects of tolerance, dependency/ withdrawal, cross addiction and drug interaction.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Drug Use and Abuse, 6^th ed., Maisto, Glaizio, and Conners

Supplies

Paper, pens, access to a reliable computer with internet and printer.

Student Performance

After studying the materials presented in this course of study, the student will be able to do the following:

1. Identify the most pertinent issues in the history of substance use and abuse.

2. Demonstrate proficiency in explaining drug interaction and the nervous system.

3. Explain the process of new drug development.

4. Discuss the major classification of drugs and their effects on the human body.

5. Demonstrate proficiency in making formal presentation in front of a group.

6. Be able to assess classes of drugs and how they might impact individual client behaviors.

7. Be prepared to take the LCDC exam in answering questions related to pharmacological issues.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS/CLASSROOM GROUND RULES:

1. Arrive to class on time and stay for the whole class period.

2. Make sure cell phones are turned OFF before entering the classroom! No texting in the classroom. You will be asked to leave if your cell phone disrupts the class. You can leave your cell phone on vibration mode with professor's permission. DO NOT LEAVE AND RETURN TO THE CLASSROOM IN ORDER TO ANSWER YOUR PHONE! IT IS DISRUPTIVE AND RUDE!

PLEASE NOTE: If you leave the classroom to answer your phone, you will not be allowed back in the class for the day.

Grading Criteria

The grade in the lecture course will be determined by the results in three areas: (1) the average of the eight tests-65% (2) class participation-10% (3) class presentation-25%.

The grading schedule is as follows:

A = 90 to 100

B = 80 to 89

C = 70 to 79

D = 60 to 69

F = Below 60

Attendance

ATTENDANCE POLICY:

Regular attendance is essential to the successful completion of the course. IT IS THE STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITY TO DROP A COURSE OR WITHDRAW FROM COLLEGE. Your instructor can not do this for you. Failure to do so will result in the student receiving a performance grade, usually a grade of “F”.

*The last day to withdraw or to drop a class/change from credit to audit is November 16, 2011.

Please feel free to discuss any concerns you may have with your progress in this course with the instructor.

Calendar

The Instructor reserves the right to change the syllabus and/or calendar if necessary.

DAAC 1304– PHARMACOLOGY OF ADDICTION

Fall 2011 – Monday/Wednesday– 5:30 p.m.-6:45 p.m.

Aug 22^nd	Overview, Project Discussion, Chapter 1: Drug Use & Abuse
Aug 24^th	Chapter 1: Drug Use and Abuse & Chapter 2: Drug Use: Yesterday & Today
Aug 29^th	Chapter 2: Drug Use: Yesterday and Today
Aug 31^st	Test 1 (Chapters 1 & 2)
Sept 5^th	Labor Day
Sept 7^th	Chapter 3: Drugs and the Nervous System
Sept 12^th	Chapter 3: Drugs and the Nervous System & Chapter 4: Pharmacology
Sept 14^th	Test 2 (Chapter 3)
Sept 19^th	Chapter 4: Pharmacology & Chapter 5: Psychopharmacology & New Drug Development
Sept 21^st	Chapter 5: Psychopharmacology and New Drug Development
Sept 26^th	Test 3 (Chapters 4 & 5)
Sept 28^th	Presentation for Chapter 6: Cocaine, Amphetamines, & Related Stimulants
Oct 3^rd	Presentation for Chapter 7: Nicotine
Oct 5^th	Discussion Chapter 6: Cocaine, Amphetamines, & Related Stimulants & Chapter 7: Nicotine
Oct 10^th	Test 4 (Chapters 6 & 7)
Oct 12^th	Presentation for Chapter 8: Caffeine
Oct 17^th	Presentation for Chapter 9: Alcohol
Oct 19^th	Presentation for Chapter 9: Alcohol
Oct 24	Discussion Chapter 8: Caffeine & Chapter 9: Alcohol
Oct 26^th	Test 5 (Chapters 8 & 9)
Oct 31^st	Presentation Chapter 10: Opiates
Nov 2^nd	Presentation Chapter 11: Marijuana
Nov 7^th	Test 6 (Chapters 10 & 11)
Nov 9^th	Presentation Chapter 12: Hallucinogens
Nov 14^th	Presentation Chapter 13: Psychiatric Medications
Nov 16^th	Discussion Chapter 12: Hallucinogens & Chapter 13: Psychotherapeutic Medications
Nov 21^st	Test 7 (Chapters 12 & 13)
Nov 23^rd	Presentation Chapter 14: Other Prescriptions and Over-the-Counter Drugs
Nov 28^th	Presentation Chapter 15: Treatment of Substance-Use Disorders
Nov 30^th	Discussion Chapter 14: Other Prescriptions and Over-the-Counter Drugs & Chapter 15: Treatment of Substance-Use Disorders
Dec 5^th	Test 8 (Chapters 14 & 15)

Additional Information

SCANS Competencies: Resources, Information, Interpersonal, Basic Skills, Thinking Skills, Personal Skills

By the end of the semester the student will be able to satisfactorily complete all of the listed learning objectives with a minimum of 70 percent competency level based on the completion of eight tests. In addition the student will be responsible for a class presentation.

This course will provide information to the student which will assist the individual in building a knowledge base on drugs which includes the following:

a. history of drug use and abuse

c. drugs and the nervous system

d. new drug development

e. major stimulants

f. alcohol

g. psychiatric drugs

h. opiates

i. marijuana

j. over-the-counter drugs

k. anabolic steroids

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11/30/-1 12:00 AM

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