163299 v.5 Bachelor of Science (Chemistry)


BSc(Curtin)

Introduction
The course is designed for those intending to become professional chemists in analytical, research and industrial laboratories. For those intending to become chemistry teachers it provides an initial qualification prior to undertaking teaching studies. Applicants must meet the University's standard entrance requirements.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
Chemistry and Applicable Mathematics.

Specific Requirements
The STAT is not accepted for entry to this course.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability
The course is three years full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Professional Recognition
The Royal Australian Chemical Institute recognises the course as fulfilling the academic requirements for graduate membership. On obtaining the necessary experience graduates will be admitted to Membership of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Special Note
Students who commenced prior to and who are continuing in this course from 2003 have the choice to graduate with either a Bachelor of Science (Applied Chemistry) or Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) award subject to approval by the Head of School.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 1 Semester 1    
301995 v.3   Introduction to Communication Skills 116 2.0 12.5
4880 v.3   Information Technology 111 3.0 12.5
7039 v.4   Chemistry 101 7.0 25.0
7041 v.5   Analytical Chemistry 111 3.0 12.5
7056 v.5   Mathematics 111 4.0 12.5
      SELECT 1 OPTION   25.0
  100.0
Year 1 Semester 2    
1373 v.5   Statistics 121 2.0 12.5
7040 v.5   Chemistry 102 7.0 25.0
7042 v.6   Analytical Chemistry 112 4.0 25.0
7868 v.4   Programming in Basic 102 2.0 12.5
      SELECT 1 OPTION   25.0
  100.0
Year 2 Semester 1    
7749 v.5   Mathematics 213 2.0 12.5
8024 v.5   Analytical Chemistry 201 6.5 25.0
8025 v.4   Physical Chemistry 201 6.0 25.0
8027 v.4   Organic Chemistry 201 7.0 25.0
8029 v.3   Inorganic Chemistry 201 2.0 12.5
  100.0
Year 2 Semester 2    
302549 v.1   Chemistry Work Experience 202 5.0 12.5
7750 v.4   Mathematics 214 2.0 12.5
8026 v.4   Physical Chemistry 202 6.0 25.0
8028 v.4   Organic Chemistry 202 7.0 25.0
8030 v.4   Inorganic Chemistry 202 7.0 25.0
  100.0
Year 3 Semester 1    
302546 v.2   Analytical Chemistry 301 5.0 25.0
7753 v.4   Physical Chemistry 301 6.0 25.0
7755 v.4   Inorganic Chemistry 301 6.0 25.0
7756 v.4   Organic Chemistry 301 7.0 25.0
  100.0
Year 3 Semester 2    
10015 v.2   Chemistry and Technology 302 3.0 12.5
7754 v.4   Physical Chemistry 302 6.0 25.0
7757 v.3   Organic Chemistry 302 5.0 25.0
9048 v.6   Chemistry Project 390 9.0 37.5
  100.0
 
Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Semester 1 Hrs/Wk Credits
1754 v.5   Cell Biology 101 5.0 25.0
1756 v.6   Plant Biology 101 5.0 25.0
7031 v.5   Geology 101 6.0 25.0
302804 v.1   Physics 101 8.0 25.0
304741 v.1   Physics 115 4.0 25.0
           
 
Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Semester 2 Hrs/Wk Credits
1762 v.4   Animal Biology 102 5.0 25.0
1764 v.6   Environmental Awareness 102 5.0 25.0
7032 v.5   Geology 102 6.0 25.0
           
           

Availability
YearLocationPeriodInternalExternal
2003Bentley CampusSemester 1Y 

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