PTEC 217 Institutional Pharmacy Practice builds on the fundamentals of product distribution previously learned and examines the role of Pharmacy Technicians employed in institutional settings. Students examine hospital drug distribution systems and processes, medication safety, principles of infection control and sterile product preparation, and quality assurance / risk management practices.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Semester 1 and 2 courses in PTEC Program
Corequisite: PTEC 213
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 | 6 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 90 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Other | 90 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Differentiate institutional product distribution systems and associated roles and responsibilities of the pharmacy technician
- Analyze the principles of infection control, primary modes of contamination and strategies used to prevent contamination
- Examine the principles of aseptic technique and the process for preparing and compounding sterile products following regulatory standards of practice
- Identify safe practices for preparing, handling and disposing of hazardous agents
- Discuss factors that contribute to medication incidents and actions to prevent errors
- Examine how pharmacy technicians contribute to risk management and quality assurance as a member of the health care team
Teaching and Learning Approach
This course is 100% online and is 100% asynchronous and builds on students' earlier introduction to hospital
pharmacy practice.
This course uses a learner-centered approach that emphasizes the application of knowledge to real-world
hospital pharmacy practice. Learning activities include assigned readings, interactive learning materials,
instructional videos, case studies, assignments, weekly quizzes, and a final exam. These activities are designed
to reinforce foundational knowledge while supporting the development of critical thinking, collaboration,
medication safety, and professional practice skills.
The course is also guided by trauma-informed teaching practices, which aim to create a safe, supportive, and
respectful learning environment. Clear expectations, flexible learning supports, and opportunities for reflection
are incorporated throughout the course to acknowledge the diverse experiences and needs of learners. This
approach encourages learner engagement, promotes psychological safety, and supports learner success while
developing professional communication and person-focused care skills.Learning Resources
Required:
PTEC Supply Kit available through Selkirk College Bookstore. May be purchased in-person and online. This kit is
necessary for student's learning of the basic principles of sterile product preparation.
To order the PTEC Supply Kit online, click on the link below:
Selkirk College Bookstore PTEC 217Detailed Course Content, Topics, and Sequence Covered
1. Institutional Pharmacy Systems, Medication-Use Cycle, and Pharmacy Technician Practice
2. Foundations of Sterile Compounding Practice
3. Aseptic Technique and Preparation Standards for CSPs
4. Advanced Sterile Compounding, Storage, and Transport
5. Medication Safety, Quality Assurance, and Person-Focused Care
6. Final Exam and Course Wrap-UpAssessment
| Title | Learning Outcomes | Value |
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| Assignment 1: Inside Hospital Pharmacy - Systems-Based Case Study | A LO 1, ,5, & 6 | 10% |
| Assignment 2: Before the Compound - Hand and Garbing | Hygiene LO 2 & 3 | 10% |
| Assignment 3: Introduction to Sterile Compounding Lab | LO 1, 2, & 3 | 10% |
| Assignment 4: Safety First - Hazardous Drug Compounding Case Study | LO 2, 3, 4 & 6 | 10% |
| Assignment 5: Patient First - BPMH and Medication Safety | LO 1, 5, & 6 | 10% |
| 100% Pharmaceutical Calculations Assessment | LO 3 | 5% |
| Weekly Quizzes | LO 1 - 6 | 20% |
| Final exam (open book) | 1 - 6 | 25% |
| Total | 100% |
Grading Table
Standard Nursing Unit Clerk, Medical Transcription, Editing and Documentation, and Pharmacy Technician Programs Grading Table
| Percentage |
Letter Grade |
GPA |
| 96 - 100 |
A+ |
4.33 |
| 92-95 |
A |
4.00 |
| 89-91 |
B+ |
3.33 |
| 86-88 |
B |
3.00 |
| 83-85 |
C+ |
2.33 |
| 80-82 |
C |
2.00 |
| 79 & lower |
F |
0.00 |
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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.