Organic Chemistry III (CHEM30004)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5Not available in 2021
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About this subject
Overview
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The subject includes lecture and practical components.
This lecture component is based on the Organic Chemistry lectures from the CHEM30016 course (12 lectures) and those from an approved module relating to Organic Chemistry chosen from the topics offered in CHEM30017 (12 lectures). A limited selection of the following topics will be offered, from which students choose one module:
• Bio-Organic Chemistry,
• Spectroscopy – Identification of Organic Molecules,
• Heterocyclic Chemistry,
• Polymer Chemistry,
• Physical Organic Chemistry,
• Methods in Organic Synthesis
Intended learning outcomes
Upon completion of this subject students should comprehend the chemical characteristics of various reactive intermediates (carbocations, carbanions and free radicals), and gain an understanding of the principles of orbital-controlled reactions. They should gain knowledge and understanding of various spectroscopic methods for the identification of organic molecules. Students should also appreciate the importance of rational, critical and independent thought in chemical science and in the understanding of organic chemistry.
The practical component of this subject will consist of a number of experiments involving the synthesis and/or chemical and/or instrumental investigations of important classes of organic compounds, chosen from practical experiments offered within the CHEM30015 course.
Generic skills
This subject will provide the student with the opportunity to establish and develop the following generic skills: the ability to comprehend complex concepts and effectively communicate this understanding to the scientific community and in a manner accessible to the wider community; the ability to connect and apply the learnt concepts to a broad range of scientific problems beyond the scope of this subject; the ability to think critically and independently; the ability to problem-solving, and the ability to use conceptual models to rationalise observations.
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
This subject is available for exchange students only, who are required to have successfully completed an approved organic chemistry subject at 2 nd year university level, which includes laboratory work. Students are required to contact the subject coordinator prior to enrolment.
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM30015 | Advanced Practical Chemistry | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| CHEM30016 | Reactivity and Mechanism | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
A non-allowed subject combination normally exists between this subject and CHEM30014 Specialised Topics in Chemistry B. However enrolment in CHEM30014 Specialised Topics in Chemistry B (with a restricted choice of topics) and this subject, may be approved by the subject coordinator.
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.
This subject requires all students to actively and safely participate in laboratory activities. Students who feel their disability may impact upon their participation are encouraged to discuss this matter with the Subject Coordinator and Student Equity and Disability Support.
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: 8 November 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Practical component: Ongoing assessment in the form of up to 5 reports on laboratory-based practical exercises, in addition to an assignment-based report, all due during semester 1 | During the teaching period | 30% |
Lecture Component Option 1: One one-hour end of semester exam (80%) and one to two assignments conducted during the module (20%). | During the teaching period | 100% |
Lecture Component Option 2: Several assignments (written and/or oral) conducted during the module (100%). | During the teaching period | 100% |
| Hurdle requirement: Satisfactory completion of both theory and practical work is necessary to pass the subject. | N/A |
Additional details
Lecture components: To address the diversity of material taught in the various modules of this subject, there will be several options for assessment. The assessment for the specific module will be announced in the first lecture.
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Dates & times
Not available in 2021
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: 8 November 2024
Further information
- Texts
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 8 November 2024