311158 v.1 Chemistry and Scientific Computing Major (Bachelor of Science)
Introduction
This double major program provides graduates with a solid background in the principles and practices of scientific computing and chemistry. It prepares students for a range of employment opportunities that require computing and technological skills combined with a sound knowledge of the chemical sciences. Examples of such careers include computational chemists working in the pharmaceutical industry; scientific instrument software engineers developing programs for modern instrumentation; chemical scientists utilizing data and information management systems in the modern laboratory; and chemical researchers developing unique computer controlled research instrumentation.
Specific Requirements
STAT is not acceptable for mature age entry but may be used to demonstrate English Competence requirements.
Duration and Availability
3 years full-time study or part-time equivalent
Further Information
For more information contact the Career Consultant, in the Faculty of Science and Engineering on (08) 9266 4816, email careers@vesta.curtin.edu.au or visit our website www.scieng.curtin.edu.au.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 307554 | v.1 | Science Communications 101 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 307590 | v.2 | Statistical Data Analysis 101 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 310984 | v.1 | Scientific Computing 101 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7039 | v.5 | Chemistry 101 | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7062 | v.6 | Mathematics 101 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 10926 | v.5 | Mathematics 103 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 7040 | v.6 | Chemistry 102 | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7042 | v.6 | Analytical Chemistry 112 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7063 | v.6 | Mathematics 102 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 7492 | v.5 | Mathematics 104 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 4515 | v.5 | Scientific Computing 201 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7750 | v.4 | Mathematics 214 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 8024 | v.5 | Analytical Chemistry 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 12.5 | ||||
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 100.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| 302546 | v.2 | Analytical Chemistry 301 | 6.5 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 75.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| 12196 | v.2 | Chemistry Project 311 | 6.5 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 75.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 10163 | v.9 ^ | Introduction to Programming Environments 152 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 1920 | v.7 ^ | Software Technology 151 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 1922 | v.7 ^ | Software Technology 152 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308625 | v.1 ^ | Introduction to Operating Systems 101 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8127 | v.6 ^ | Advanced Calculus 201 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 2 Semester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 8027 | v.4 ** | Organic Chemistry 201 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 8025 | v.4 | Physical Chemistry 201 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 8029 | v.3 * | Inorganic Chemistry 201 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 2 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 8026 | v.4 ^^ | Physical Chemistry 202 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8028 | v.4 ^^ | Organic Chemistry 202 | 5.5 | 25.0 | |
| 8030 | v.4 ^^ | Inorganic Chemistry 202 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 3 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 12333 | v.5 # | Design and Analysis of Algorithms 251 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12991 | v.2 # | Physics Project 301 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 2519 | v.16 # | Systems Programming and Design 251 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305410 | v.1 # | Nanochemistry 302 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 3999 | v.4 # | Scientific Data Analysis 301 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 4524 | v.5 # | Computer Graphics 252 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 4533 | v.5 # | Database Systems 252 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 4539 | v.6 # | Machine Perception 362 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7753 | v.4 + | Physical Chemistry 301 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 7756 | v.4 + | Organic Chemistry 301 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 7755 | v.4 + | Inorganic Chemistry 301 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7754 | v.4 + | Physical Chemistry 302 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 7757 | v.3 + | Organic Chemistry 302 | 5.5 | 25.0 | |
| 7904 | v.4 # | Scientific Data Acquisition 202 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8462 | v.4 # | Scientific Data Acquisition 201 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9644 | v.4 # | Scientific Data Analysis 302 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| # | must select 2 units from this selection of units in Year 3 Sem 1 and Year 3 Sem 2 | |
| * | if this unit is selected you will be required to choose 12.5 cr of elective unit | |
| ** | one of these units must be selected. | |
| + | must select 1 of these units as part of your option component if the appropriate semester of Year 3 | |
| ^ | must select 1 unit from this seletion of units in Year 2 Sem 1 and Year 2 Sem 2 | |
| ^^ | must select 2 out of the 3 selected units in Year 2, Sem 2 |
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