Online Courses Handbook 2003

183005 v.4 Postgraduate Diploma in Chemistry

Introduction
This course develops a more critical and problem solving approach to the professional practice of chemistry than is possible to achieve in a first qualification. Presently, there is a definite need for professional chemists with such qualifications. The course forms a basis for the professional development of experts able to cope with sophisticated research and development problems in industry.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A bachelors degree in chemistry or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary educational institution.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

2860 v.7 Chemistry Project 590 8.0 50.0

302552 v.1 Analytical Chemistry 501 4.0 25.0

SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 25.0

100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

302553 v.1 Analytical Chemistry 502 4.0 25.0

5779 v.6 Chemistry Project Report 591 8.0 50.0

SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: 25.0

100.0

Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Hrs/Wk Credits

2857 v.6 Chemistry 501 3.0 25.0

2858 v.6 Chemistry 502 1.0 12.5

2859 v.6 Chemistry 503 2.0 12.5

6575 v.9 SMEC 501 - Foundations and Issues 3.0 25.0

7729 v.4 Instrumental Physics 501 4.0 25.0

7730 v.4 Instrumental Physics 502 4.0 25.0