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Chemistry subjects available only to Bachelor of Biomedical Science students
Chemistry subjects available only to Optometry students
Chemistry is the scientific discipline that describes, from both an experimental and a theoretical perspective, the properties and reactions of all of the elements and all of their compounds (the material 'stuff' of the universe). As such, it is of fundamental importance in the physical, biological, and general sciences. Chemistry is responsible for and sustains life on earth, has played a pivotal role in 'the ascent of Man', is an absolute requirement of modern technological societies, and is a key science of the future. A sound training in Chemistry is essential for employment and advancement in scientific and allied careers in teaching, research, government, the professions, health and environmental regulation, commerce, and industry.
The School of Chemistry offers theory and practical courses in Chemistry which are designed to teach:
a general understanding of the structure and properties of matter;
the relationships between structure, properties and chemical reactivity;
control of chemical reactions (kinetics, energetics, chemical design and synthesis);
the role of Chemistry and chemical processes in the natural world;
the role of Chemistry and chemical technology in the industrialised world;
an appreciation of the health and safety issues associated with Chemistry.
Students can undertake a three or four year program in Chemistry leading to a degree major in the subject or enrol in a limited selection of subjects to suit their goals and interests. Graduates with a major in Chemistry are eligible for membership of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute, the peak professional body for chemists in Australia, as well as Chemical Societies from around the world.
There are two 100-level Chemistry streams, each consisting of two semester length subjects, Chemistry 610-141+ 610-142 (Semesters 1 and 2), and 610-161+ 610-162 (which is offered in Semesters 1 and 2 or Semester 2 and Summer). Students with a high level of achievement in Chemistry at Year 12 or its equivalent may apply for direct entry into 200-level Chemistry subjects (contact the first year coordinator, Dr W D McFadyen, for information regarding exemption examinations).
610-141 + 610-142 Chemistry:
is designed to provide the essential Chemistry required to major in Chemistry or the physical or biological sciences. A sound knowledge of Year 12 Chemistry will be assumed. The course is presented using traditional lecture/tutorial platforms augmented by computer aided learning (CAL) and laboratory programs.
610-161 + 610-162 Chemistry:
is also designed to provide the essential Chemistry required to major in Chemistry or the physical or biological sciences but accommodates students with a broad range of backgrounds in the physical sciences and mathematics. Self-paced CAL packages are an important presentation and learning platform in this course; tutorial and laboratory programs are also offered. This stream is offered twice during the year, once over Semesters 1 and 2, then again over Semester 2 and Summer.
Students should note that it may be possible to transfer between streams at the end of Semester 1. As well, students who have gained credit for 610-051 and 610-052 (available only to BBiomedSc students) are eligible to enrol in 200-level Chemistry subjects.
Credit is available for only one of 610-141 or 610-161 or 610-051, and for one only of 610-142 or 610-162 or 610-052.
The School of Chemistry offers a selection of subjects at the 200-level. These subjects all reinforce the basic principles introduced in 100-level subjects and extend further to a more sophisticated treatment of the Chemical Sciences. Theory, practical and combined theory/practical courses in the main areas of Chemistry are offered.
At the 300-level, theory, practical and combined theory/practical courses continue the development of the main areas of Chemistry. Students intending to continue to BSc (Hons) in Chemistry should note that they are strongly recommended to enrol in at least 62.5 points of 300-level Chemistry. The Chemical Research Project is a recommended feature of the 300-level course.
The School of Chemistry offers a fourth year Honours program to eligible students. The Honours year involves course work and the completion of a research project under the supervision of one or more staff members. Honours graduates are eligible for membership of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute and Chemical Societies from around the world. Please refer to Bachelor of Science (Honours) and Bachelor of Information Systems (Honours).
The following broad guidelines relate to students majoring in Chemistry:
Along with one of the 100-level Chemistry streams, students are recommended to take Mathematics and Statistics 620-121+620-123 or 620-141+620-143 or 620-161+620-162. Additional 100-level subjects should be selected from Physics, Biology, Earth Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics, or Computer Science. Students intending to enrol in Physical Chemistry 610-211 should note that 100-level Mathematics and Physics are recommended.
At 200-level, Chemistry 610-210, 610-220, 610-240 and 610-260 provide a minimum grounding in the important areas of physical, organic, inorganic and analytical/spectroscopic Chemistry, respectively. Environmental Chemistry 610-280 is available to students pursuing Environmental Science and Chemistry students. These subjects combine theory and practical components in a single unit of 12.5 points. More comprehensive training in the areas of physical, organic and inorganic Chemistry is provided by the following pairs of theory and practical units, each totalling 18.75 points, viz. (610-211+610-215), (610-221+610-225), and (610-241+610-245). Students with a well-developed interest in particular areas are encouraged to enrol in the larger joint subjects which reflect their goals and interests.
Students majoring in Chemistry should enrol in at least 50 points of 200-level Chemistry; this can be achieved by various subject combinations. Selections must include at least three of the subjects 610-210 (or 610-211+610-215), 610-220 (or 610-221+610-225), 610-240 (or 610-241+610-245), and 610-260. Students with a broad interest in Chemistry may elect to enrol in all of 610-210, 610-220, 610-240 and 610-260, whereas students with a well-developed interest in particular areas may elect to enrol in one or more of (610-211+610-215), (610-221+610-225), and (610-241+610-245), and other subjects up to at least 50 points. Students with a particularly strong interest in Chemistry may of course enrol in subjects totalling more than 50 points.
The flexible structure of the 200-level courses is maintained at the 300-level. The subjects 610-310, 610-320 and 610-340 provide a minimum grounding in the important areas of physical, organic and inorganic Chemistry, respectively. These subjects combine theory and practical components in a single unit of 12.5 points. A more in-depth treatment of these three areas is provided by the following pairs of theory and practical subjects, each totalling 18.75 points, viz. (610-311+610-315), (610-321+610-325), and (610-341+610-345). Students wishing to specialise in particular areas are encouraged to enrol in the larger joint subjects. Specialist subjects in Biological Chemistry, Materials Chemistry and Analytical and Environmental Chemistry are also available (610-330, 610-331 and 610-360, respectively). The Chemistry Research Project, 610-399, is strongly recommended for students intending to enrol in the Honours program in Chemistry.
Students majoring in Chemistry must enrol in at least 50 points of 300-level Chemistry; as with 200-level subjects, this can be achieved by various subject combinations. In their selection, students must include at least two of the three areas of Chemistry [two of (610-311+610-315) (or 610-310), (610-321+610-325) (or 610-320), (610-341+610-345) (or 610-340)] as well as the Research Project, 610-399. Student with a particularly strong interest in Chemistry may of course enrol in units totalling more than 50 points.
For all laboratory classes in 100 to 400-level Chemistry students are required to wear a standard laboratory coat, approved safety glasses or goggles, and approved footwear. Thongs or sandals are not permitted in laboratories.
Special Requirements: For all Chemistry 100-level subjects: An A4 duplicate note-book. Access to a calculator and sets of molecular models is recommended.
610-141 Chemistry
610-142 Chemistry
610-161 Chemistry
610-162 Chemistry
610-210 Physical Chemistry IIA
610-211 Physical Chemistry IIB
610-215 Physical Chemistry Practical II
610-220 Organic Chemistry IIA
610-221 Organic Chemistry IIB
610-225 Organic Chemistry Practical II
610-240 Inorganic Chemistry IIA
610-241 Inorganic Chemistry IIB
610-245 Inorganic Chemistry Practical II
610-260 Analysis in Chemical and Life Sciences
610-280 Environmental Chemistry
610-310 Physical Chemistry IIIA
610-311 Physical Chemistry IIIB
610-315 Physical Chemistry Practical III
610-320 Organic Chemistry IIIA
610-321 Organic Chemistry IIIB
610-325 Organic Chemistry Practical III
610-330 Biological Chemistry
610-331 Materials Chemistry
610-340 Inorganic Chemistry IIIA
610-341 Inorganic Chemistry IIIB
610-345 Inorganic Chemistry Practical III
610-360 Analytical & Environmental Chemistry
610-399 Chemical Research Project
610-051 and 052 are only available to Bachelor of Biomedical Science students. Credit towards the Bachelor of Science will not be awarded for the completion of 610-051 or 052.
610-051 Chemistry (Biomedical Science A)
610-052 Chemistry (Biomedical Science B)
610-006 is only available to Optometry students. Credit towards the Bachelor of Science will not be awarded for the completion of 610-006.
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