Pharmaceutical Material Science: Processing Powders and Solid Dosage Forms

Designing and manufacturing effective solid medicines requires a deep understanding of how raw materials behave under pressure and during mixing. This text-based course introduces you to the essential material science principles that govern powder handling and solid dosage form production. By mastering these concepts, you will transition from understanding basic material properties to analyzing complex manufacturing workflows, giving you the confidence to identify and resolve common processing issues in pharmaceutical development. What you'll learn: 1. Understand the fundamental physical and chemical properties of pharmaceutical powders. 2. Analyze the mechanics of solid dosage manufacturing, including granulation, blending, and tableting. 3. Identify common processing defects like capping, lamination, and segregation, and learn how to prevent them. 4. Apply modern Quality by Design (QbD) principles to ensure consistent medicine quality. 5. Explore the basics of continuous manufacturing and modern process analytical technology. The course starts with key terminology and foundational concepts of powder mechanics before progressing to practical manufacturing techniques and troubleshooting strategies. You will read detailed explanations, analyze realistic case studies, and complete written exercises designed to reinforce your understanding. This course is designed for beginners, students, and professionals transitioning into pharmaceutical manufacturing, with no prior material science background required. Start your journey into the science of medicine processing today.