Area: | Department of Applied Chemistry |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 6.0 |
Lecture: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
Other: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
Laboratory: | 1 x 3 Hours Weekly |
Syllabus: | General chemistry involving elements and compounds, chemical bonding, structure of matter, stoichiometry, volumetric analysis, oxidation/reduction, shapes of molecules and intermolecular forces. Experiments involving quantitative analysis, introductory titrimetric analysis, measurement of heats and rates of reactions. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On completion of this unit, students will have completed tasks that will have developed skills in the following areas - Time management and planning skills. Completion of laboratory exercises, laboratory reports and quizzes satisfactorily and on time setting aside time to study, research, revise and review unit materials. Revision of lecture materials. Effective communication - Use of traditional and electronic means to communicate effectively. Analysis and evaluation of information: Analysing and critically evaluating information. Problem solving - Analysis and interpretation of data. Reviewing literature (written and electronic). Teamwork - Working with fellow team members in completing laboratory exercises. Revising and discussing unit materials. Practical competence - Correct use of laboratory equipment. Working competently and safely in the laboratory. Collecting and processing data. |
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, 2000. Chemistry, latest or 3rd Ed. New York. Horton Miffler. D C Heath. (Recommended text). First Year Practical Chemistry Manual 2003. Curtin. Chemistry 011/071/127 /187PSI Study Notes. Curtin. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Continuous compulsory topics 50%. Lab Assessment 10%. Examination 40%. |
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: | Supplemental | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | 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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