Veterinary pharmacology

Duration

Part 1 : 54h Th
Part 2 : 10h Th, 21h Pcl Pr.

Number of credits

Lecturer

Part 1 : Dominique Votion
Part 2 : Dominique Votion

Coordinator

Dominique Votion

Language(s) of instruction

French language

Organisation and examination

All year long

Schedule

Schedule online

Units courses prerequisite and corequisite

Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program

Learning unit contents

 
Xenobiotics, which are chemical substances foreign to the body, undergo processes of absorption, distribution within organs and tissues, metabolism, and finally elimination. Pharmacokinetics is the science that studies the fate of active ingredients and medicines in the body. Pharmacodynamics studies the mechanisms of action of active ingredients in relation to the effects they produce. These concepts will be covered during the course. Next, pharmacology will be addressed from the perspective of major systems (cardiac, respiratory, etc.) as well as based on their purpose of action (anti-inflammatory, antiparasitic, etc.). The principles of pharmacy and pharmaceutics will also be covered.
 

The VETE2065-1 teaching unit consists of two sub-units, VETE 2065-A-a and VETE 2065-B-a. The educational commitments are identical for both sub-units.

Scientific collaborators will be invited by the Professor to give certain courses.

 

 

 

Learning outcomes of the learning unit

 

Partim 1 & Partim 2

By the end of the learning process, the student will be familiar with the basic concepts of general pharmacology as well as the pharmacological properties of active substances. This knowledge (theoretical understanding) constitutes essential prerequisites for grasping the chapters dealing with the subject by system or by purpose of action. It will also be indispensable for therapeutic decision-making (practical skills).

By the end of the theoretical and practical training, the student will be able to use medicines rationally within a scientific, clinical and legal framework, taking into account the objectives of animal health, public health and environmental protection.

Given the breadth of theoretical training and the need to master the co-requisites scheduled throughout the first year of the Master's programme in order to understand and integrate the theoretical concepts, the courses will be delivered over the first two terms (Q1-Q2), with a maximum of 10 hours of lectures in Q2. This distribution, as indicated in the course timetable, takes organisational aspects into account.

 

 

 

Prerequisite knowledge and skills

 

Pharmacology draws on numerous concepts developed over the 3 years of baccalaureate studies (prerequisites), as well as the first year of the master's programme (corequisites), which is why the expected level of competence can only be achieved and assessed at the end of the second semester. The approach and purpose of this discipline make it a science in its own right. Courses in bacteriology, physiology, immunology, biology, biochemistry, and biostatistics are, in particular, essential prerequisites for a proper understanding of the course. Basic concepts in inorganic and organic chemistry are also utilised. Corequisites in pathology are essential for understanding the theoretical part and for problem-solving. The use of an Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM) approach is essential.

 


 

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

 

Theoretical Courses - Q1 and Q2: 64 hours

The theoretical courses taught during Q1 and Q2 aim to establish the essential knowledge required to approach pharmacotherapy, the foundations of which are introduced in the first year of the master's programme.

 
Para-clinical Practical Work (TPPC) - Q2: 21 hours

The teaching methods employed, based on a "Problem-based learning" (PBL) approach, aim to train students in pharmacotherapeutic decision-making (i.e., analysing simple situations to formulate relevant questions and prioritise them, identifying therapeutic objectives, and conducting a risk/benefit analysis proportionate to the issues at stake, by drawing on background knowledge or information-seeking where appropriate; EBM).

TPPC sessions cover antibiotics and analgesia. The remaining sessions will be dedicated to revision.

Practical information relating to theoretical and practical teaching (Part 1 and Part 2: VETE2065Aa-Bb) is available via eCampus in a single course space (VETE2065).

 

 

 

Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)

Face-to-face course
Blended learning


Further information:

Theoretical courses (64h): lectures delivered in lecture halls, with the possibility that some sessions may be provided in the form of videoconferences, narrated PowerPoint presentations, or videos. This list is non-exhaustive and non-binding; the teaching modalities may be adapted or modified at any time without prior notice, depending on organisational requirements.

Paraclinical practical work (21h): in person; practical details are available on eCampus in the TPPC activity sheet

Partim 1 - Theoretical courses

Partim 2 - VETE2065-1 and VETE2065-B-a

 

 

 

Recommended or required readings

Platform(s) used for course materials:
- eCampus


Further information:

Course notes available online (eCampus)

Various reference books are available at the Faculty Library and/or at the Pharmacology-Toxicology Department (upon request).

 

 

 

Assessment methods and criteria

Exam(s) in session

Any session

- In-person

written exam ( multiple-choice questionnaire )


Further information:

 

For both sessions (June and September): written exam, Multiple-choice questionnaire (MCQs).

Marking scheme: MCQ, with each question carrying the same weight (1 point per question). Incorrect answers will result in a deduction of points according to the "for guessing" scheme, with the negative points depending on the number of options, calculated as follows:

negative points = -1 / (number of options - 1).

In the case of an omission, the student will not be penalised: no points will be awarded, but none will be deducted either. The total score cannot fall below 0 (minimum grade). This scheme, validated by the institution, is intended to reduce the impact of random guessing.

Please note that the multiple-choice questionnaire does not include any implicit answers.
By implicit answer we mean an item where the correct solution would be that all options are correct or all options are false.

The validation of this course unit includes the following competencies:

• A foundation of knowledge (background and theoretical courses)
• The ability to justify the use of medications in a simple situation, based on background knowledge or bibliographic information provided at the time of the exam (theoretical courses and TPPC)

Work placement(s)

Organizational remarks

 
ABSENCE FROM PARACLINICAL PRACTICAL WORK (TPPC)

Attendance at sessions of the TPPC is mandatory and essential to be admitted to the exams. Being more than 15 minutes late will be considered an absence.

It is the students' responsibility to check their timetables, justify their absence(s) as soon as possible, and work with the assistants, subject to validation of the reason for absence, to find solutions (making up for missed sessions, completing a personal assignment, etc.).

Supporting documents related to absences must be sent by email to the department assistant (Benoit.Renaud@uliege.be) no later than the first working day following the resumption of activity. After this deadline, the absence will be considered unjustified.


ABSENCE FROM EXAMS

Students who are absent from exams will be marked as:

• A for Absent (absence from the examination without having notified the faculty and/or the assistant, with a copy to the Professor). Any student who withdraws less than 24 hours before the exam will be considered absent from that exam;
• P for Withdrawal. The student must enter this letter 'P' online via MyUliege (and not by emailing the teachers to notify them of their withdrawal from the exam). The student has up to 24 hours before the exam to enter this letter;
• E for Excused (absence from the exam, justified by a medical certificate or proof of force majeure);
• F for Fraud (in the case of cheating).

Contacts

Course Unit Coordinator:

Prof. Votion Dominique-M.

Dominique.Votion@uliege.be

Tel: +32 (0) 4 / 366 42 35

 

Pharmacology Course Assistant:

Benoît Renaud

Benoit.Renaud@uliege.be

 

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