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Chemistry 2 (CHEM10004)

Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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Overview

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The subject provides an introduction to organic acids and bases; nucleophilic substitution reactions; elimination reactions; addition reactions; electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions; nucleophilic addition reactions; organic redox reactions; chemical kinetics; elementary quantum mechanics, atomic spectra and atomic structure; redox reactions and electrochemistry; and transition metal and coordination chemistry.

Intended learning outcomes

The aim of the subject is to provide students with an understanding of the reactivity of organic molecules; the nature of chemical change; the structure of the atom; electrochemical processes and the structure and reactivity of metal compounds.


In the practical component, students should develop basic laboratory skills (observation, analytical techniques, report writing); oral communication skills; independent learning skills; an appreciation of the health and safety issues associated with the safe handling and disposal of laboratory chemicals.

Generic skills

This subject encompasses particular generic skills so that on completion of this subject students should have developed skills relating to:

  • the organization of work schedules that permit appropriate preparation time for tutorials, practical classes and examinations;
  • the use of electronic forms of communication;
  • the utilisation of computer-aided learning activities to enhance understanding;
  • the performance of basic manipulations with laboratory equipment;
  • the recording of observations, the analysis of information and the interpretation data within a laboratory setting;
  • accessing information from the library employing both electronic and traditional means;
  • working collaboratively with other students;
  • the use of conceptual models;
  • problem solving; and
  • critical thinking.

Last updated: 25 February 2021

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
CHEM10003 Chemistry 1
Semester 1
Semester 2
 12.5

Corequisites

None

Non-allowed subjects

None

Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)

The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.

Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home

Last updated: 25 February 2021

Assessment

Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS

DescriptionTimingPercentage

Three equally weighted on-line tests

  • 30 minutes (each)
During the teaching period6%

Ongoing assessment of practical work

Hurdle requirement: Satisfactory completion of practical work is necessary to pass the subject.		Throughout the teaching period20%

A written examination

  • 3 hours
During the examination period74%
Hurdle requirement: Independent learning tasks need to be completed in order to pass the subject.N/A

Last updated: 25 February 2021

Dates & times

  • Summer Term
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Parkville)
    Contact hours6 x one-hour lectures per week , 1 x three-hour practicals activities per week , 2 x one-hour tutorial/workshop sessions per week, 6 hours of computer aided learning during semester, 8 hours of independent learning tasks during the teaching period.
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Teaching period 6 January 2020 to 14 February 2020
    Last self-enrol date14 January 2020
    Census date17 January 2020
    Last date to withdraw without fail 7 February 2020
    Assessment period ends21 February 2020
  • Semester 2
    Principal coordinatorSonia Horvat
    Mode of deliveryOn Campus (Parkville)
    Contact hours3 x one hour lectures per week, 6 x 3 hours of practical activities during semester, 1 x one-hour tutorial/workshop sessions per week, 6 hours of computer aided learning during semester, 8 hours of independent learning tasks during semester.
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Teaching period 3 August 2020 to 1 November 2020
    Last self-enrol date14 August 2020
    Census date21 September 2020
    Last date to withdraw without fail16 October 2020
    Assessment period ends27 November 2020

    Semester 2 contact information

    Dr Sonia Horvat

    shorvat@unimelb.edu.au

Time commitment details

Estimated total time commitment of 170 hours.

Additional delivery details

This subject requires all students to actively and safely participate in laboratory activities.

Last updated: 25 February 2021

Further information

Last updated: 25 February 2021