MJRU-CHEMI v.1 Chemistry Major (BSc Science)
Major/Stream Overview
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
Professional Chemists are essential to the operations of most manufacturing, processing, minerals and other industries. They use sophisticated instruments for the analysis of raw materials and finished products. The Chemistry Major provides a body of knowledge in chemistry and a range of skills necessary for a career in a modern analytical or industrial laboratory. These skills are gained in Curtin’s laboratories that are amongst the best equipped in Australia. The Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) opens up many career opportunities. Employers appreciate the problem solving and analytical skills of Curtin graduates, and the applied nature of the course. The degree also forms a wide range of destinations where our graduates are employed in Research and Development, Technical Services, or Quality Control Laboratories. Students are able to choose from the following specialisations: Analytical and Forensic Chemistry, Biological Chemistry, Geochemistry and Materials Chemistry.
Professional Recognition
Graduates of this course may be eligible for membership of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute Incorporated (RACI).
Major/Stream Entry and Completion Details
Essential Pre-requisites: Mathematics Application ATAR and Chemistry ATAR. Desirable Prerequisites: Physics ATAR and Mathematics Methods ATAR or Mathematics Specialist ATAR
Major/Minor/Stream Organisation
Major/Stream Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply chemistry knowledge, principles and concepts
2. apply critical creative and reflective thinking to chemistry problems
3. access, evaluate and synthesise information relating to chemistry
4. effectively communicate chemistry ideas and concepts
5. use a range of technologies to collect and analyse data with appropriate regard to uncertainties
6. work as responsible self-directed and motivated learners
7. apply internationally accepted scientific conventions standards and protocols
8. demonstrate respect for cultural diversity in professional life
9. work safely effectively and ethically in a multifaceted scientific environment
Duration and Availability
This Major is three years' full-time study. Students who choose a mid-year intake may take longer than three years to complete due to unit prerequisites
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| NPSC1001 | v.1 | Scientific Computing | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| COMP1005 | v.1 | Fundamentals of Programming | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| MATH1013 | v.1 | Introductory Mathematics | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| MATH1015 | v.1 | Linear Algebra 1 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| MATH1017 | v.1 | Accelerated Mathematics 1 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| CHEM1000 | v.1 | Principles and Processes in Chemistry | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| STAT1002 | v.1 | Statistical Data Analysis | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| OR | |||||
| PHYS1000 | v.1 | Nanotechnology | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| COMS1000 | v.1 | Science Communications | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| CHEM1002 | v.1 | Reactivity and Function in Chemistry | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 | |||||
| STRU-MATSC | v.1 %% | Materials Science Stream (BSc Science) | 200.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| STRU-BIOCH | v.1 ++ | Biological Chemistry Stream (BSc Science) | 200.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| STRU-ANFCH | v.1 ^^ | Analytical and Forensic Chemistry Stream (BSc Science) | 200.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| STRU-GEOCH | v.1 & | Geochemistry Stream (BSc Science) | 200.0 | ||
| 200.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| CHEM2000 | v.1 | Chemical Energetics and Kinetics | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| CHEM2004 | v.1 | Chemical Structure and Spectroscopy | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| CHEM2005 | v.1 | Analytical Chemistry | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| CHEM2006 | v.1 | Chemical Reactions and Mechanisms | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| CHEM3005 | v.1 | Synthetic Methods in Chemistry | 6.5 | 25.0 | |
| CHEM3004 | v.1 | Analytical Chemistry and Spectroscopy | 6.5 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| CHEM3006 | v.1 | Chemistry Research Methods | 2.0 | 50.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 Semester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| BIOL1000 | v.1 + | Functional Biology | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| PHYS1006 | v.1 % | Foundations of Physics | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| PHYS1005 | v.1 % | Physics 1 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| GEOL1005 | v.1 && | Fundamentals of Geology 1 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| FORS1000 | v.1 ^ | Introduction to Forensic Science | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| ASTR1001 | v.1 | Introduction to Astronomy | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| MINE1002 | v.2 | Introduction to Mining Operations | 12.5 | ||
| PHYS1010 | v.1 | Foundations of Physics A | 5.0 | 12.5 | |
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| BCCB1000 | v.1 + | Cell Biology | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| GEOL1006 | v.1 && | Fundamentals of Geology 2 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| CHEM1001 | v.1 + | Biological Chemistry | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| MATH1016 | v.1 % | Calculus 1 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
! Students with Mathematics Applications ATAR MUST complete an additional Mathematics unit; take MATH1013 in first semester and MATH1014 in second semester instead of an elective
!! Students with Mathematics Methods ATAR must take MATH1015 Linear Algebra 1
# STRU-GEOCH Geochemistry Stream must do BOTH GEOL1005 and GEOL1006
## STRU-MATSC Materials Science Stream must do BOTH MATH1016 and PHYSICS1006 OR PHYS1005
% Students who choose the Materials Science Stream must do one of these units
%% Students who choose the Materials Science Stream must do one of these units: PHYS1006, PHYS1005, MATH1016
& Students who choose the Geochemistry Stream must do one of these units: GEOL1005, GEOL1006
&& Students who choose the Geochemistry Stream must do this unit
* ATRU-ANFCH Analytical and Forensic Science Stream must do this unit: FORS1000 and choose an additional 12.5 credit optional unit
** Additional optional units may be considered with approval from the Major Coordinator
+ Students who choose the Biological Chemistry Stream must do one of these this units
++ Students who choose the Biological Chemistry Stream must do one of these units: BCCB1000, BIOL1000, CHEM1001
? Students with Mathematics Specialist ATAR >70% must take MATH1017 Accelerated Mathematics 1
?? Students without Physics ATAR must take PHYS1006
^ Students who choose the Analytical and Forensic Science Stream must do this unit
^^ Students who choose the Analytical and Forensic Science Stream must do this unit: FORS1000 and may choose any semester 2 optional units
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