PTEC 101 Introduction to Program and Online Learning for Success. This course introduces students to the Pharmacy Technician Program structure and how to navigate the online learning management system (Moodle). An overview of the curriculum, teaching and learning approaches and strategies for success are discussed. Students are introduced to the steps required to become a Registered Pharmacy Technician in Canada.
Prerequisites: PTEC 101 with a CRG
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 1 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 30 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 30 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Describe the structure of the Pharmacy Technician Diploma Program and the expectations for professionalism
- Identify Selkirk College policies and services that support and govern students
- Develop effective organizational and time management strategies to enhance success in online learning
- Describe writing expectations and the process for accessing resources to make evidence-informed decisions
- Identify the steps required to become a registered pharmacy technician
Teaching and Learning Approach
Through daily participation and independent study in the course website, students complete tasks to practice
Moodle activities that will be used in the program online theory courses. Students will gain an understanding of
the Pharmacy Technician regulation process and the expectations of the Pharmacy Technician Program at
Selkirk College. Students will learn how to access college support services, library services, and practice
effective time management for success in a fast-paced online program. Assessment will involve the completion
of the summative course checklist.Learning Resources
Required:
PTEC Program Information Hub course website: https://learn.selkirk.ca/course/view.php?id=3391
Recommended:
NONEDetailed Course Content, Topics, and Sequence Covered
1. Moodle tutorial. PTEC program expectations. Selkirk College policies and support services. Pharmacy Technicians as a regulated health profession. Successin online learning.Assessment
| Title | Learning Outcomes | Value |
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| Course Checklist | LO 1 - 5 | 100% |
| Total | 100% |
Grading Table
Competency-based Grades
This grading system is based on satisfactory acquisition of defined skills or successful completion of the course learning outcomes. It is used where standard numerical grades are not generally applied, for example in evaluating practicum performance or work placements, in pass/fail courses or for non-credit courses.
| Grade |
Description |
| AAV |
ABOVE AVERAGE -The student has mastered all or most course objectives/requirements in a minimum time frame and has exemplified good work and study habits. |
| COM |
COMPLETE – denotes that the student has mastered a satisfactory number of course objectives/requirements in a non-credit course |
| CRG |
CREDIT GRANTED - denotes that the student performance was satisfactory in a credit course. |
| NCG |
NO CREDIT GRANTED - denotes that the student performance was unsatisfactory. |
| PCG |
PARTIAL CREDIT GRANTED – denotes that the student has successfully completed a portion of the course objectives in a credit course. |
See the Academic Calendar for General Information including how to withdraw from course(s) and other regulations.
Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.