Area: | Department of Applied Chemistry |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 6.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
Tutorial: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
Laboratory: | 1 x 3 Hours Weekly |
Syllabus: | Components of matter. Chemical equations and stoichiometry. Solutions, concentration of solutions and volumetric analysis. Oxidation-reduction reactions. Properties of gases. Alkanes, cycloalkanes. Alkenes. Polymers, alkynes. Benzene and derivatives. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit students will be able to efficiently and accurately perform a range of laboratory procedures, perform a range of mathematical calculations related to the manipulation and interpretation of data, write chemical formulas and equations and name compounds, solve problems relating to stoichiometry, solution concentrations and volumetric analysis, determine oxidation states and balance redox equations, demonstrate an understanding of the language and terminology used in organic chemistry and of the laws governing the behaviour of gases and identify the basic classes of hydrocarbons and be able to predict the common reactions these will undergo. Finally, they will learn to appreciate the need for safe working practices in the laboratory |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | No prescribed references. |
Unit Texts: | Zumdahl, S. S., (1993) 'Chemistry', D C Heath, Lexington. First Year Practical Chemistry Manual 2003. Curtin University Bookshop. Chemistry 117/PSI Study Notes. Curtin University Bookshop. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Mastery Tests of compulsory topics 50%. Lab Assessment 10%. Examination 40%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 10500 Chemical Sciences (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 2 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Informational | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | | | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | |
Area
External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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