7045 (v.4) Chemistry 171

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Area:	Department of Applied Chemistry
Credits:	12.5
Contact Hours:	2.0
Lecture:	2 x 1 Hours Weekly
Prerequisite(s):	7081 (v.4) Chemistry 071 or any previous version
Syllabus:	Atomic structure and bonding. Chemical and ionic equilibria, water, silicates, corrosion, case studies of metallic corrosion, corrosion protection, organic chemistry, polymers, adhesion, surface coatings, elastomers, surface active agents, lubricants, fuel and energy.
Unit Outcomes:	On successful completion of this unit students will be able to recognise the language of chemistry and identify whether or not a problem situation requires a chemical solution, show an appreciation of the principles of chemistry which are so much part ofour everyday lives and understand the relevance of chemistry in important industrial applications such as corrosion, concrete, water treatment, and mineral processing. They will gain of the impact that industrial and commercial processes have on the quality of the environment and means to minimise pollution, and other environmental hazards and they will be able to employ practical expertise in chemistry to undertake reliable and robust experiments that may be used in practical problem solving situationswithin the engineering and related professions.
Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.
Unit References:	No prescribed references.
Unit Texts:	Chemistry 171 - Lecture Notes, Curtin Publications. Chemistry 171 - Tutorial, Assignment & Laboratory Notes, Curtin Publications.
Unit Assessment Breakdown:	Assignments - must be submitted. Test 20%. Examination 80%