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Specialised Topics in Chemistry A (CHEM30017)

Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Parkville)

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Overview

Availability
Semester 1 - Dual-Delivery
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This subject provides a series of specialised modules in the areas of organic, inorganic and physical chemistry

Students choose three modules from the following selection of topics. Each module consists of 12 lectures:

  • Bio-Organic Chemistry,
  • Spectroscopy – Identification of Organic Molecules,
  • Photomolecular Science,
  • Polymer Chemistry,
  • Metal chemistry: Principles and applications.

Intended learning outcomes

Students should develop an advanced perspective on theory and applications across the disciplines of Chemistry. They should obtain problem-solving skills and training in chemistry sufficient to allow them to pursue careers in applied chemistry and chemicals-based research. In the latter case, students should obtain the chemical knowledge needed to be able to complete successfully the honours/masters coursework.

Generic skills

This subject will provide opportunities to enhance the following generic skills:

  • the ability to comprehend complex concepts and to communicate this understanding;
  • the ability to analyse and solve abstract and technical problems;
  • an awareness of advanced technologies in the discipline of chemistry;
  • the ability to think and reason logically;
  • the ability to think critically and independently.

Last updated: 12 May 2023

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
CHEM30016 Reactivity and Mechanism
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
 12.5

Note: these can be taken concurrently (at the same time)

OR

All of

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
CHEM20018 Chemistry: Reactions and Synthesis
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
 12.5
CHEM20020 Chemistry: Structure and Properties
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
 12.5

Note:

Exchange students are required to contact the subject coordinator prior to enrolment.

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: 12 May 2023

Assessment

DescriptionTimingPercentage

One 60 minute exam at the end of the semester (80%) and one or two assignments during the semester which will run concurrently with each of the modules (20%).

During the teaching period100%

Several assignments (written and/or oral) conducted during the semester. The assignments will run concurrently with the module.

During the teaching periodN/A

Additional details

Each of the three modules selected by the student will contribute one third of the marks to the final grade. The assessment for each module will take one of the two forms as per the above.

In the first lecture of each module the lecturer will indicate which assessment option will be adopted.

Last updated: 12 May 2023

Dates & times

  • Semester 1
    Principal coordinatorTrevor Smith
    Mode of deliveryDual-Delivery (Parkville)
    Contact hoursThree modules comprising twelve one hour lectures each throughout the semester; up to two one-hour tutorials per module. Only two modules run simultaneously in 4 week blocks, resulting in a maximum of 8 contact hours in any given week. Total 42 hours
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Teaching period28 February 2022 to 29 May 2022
    Last self-enrol date11 March 2022
    Census date31 March 2022
    Last date to withdraw without fail 6 May 2022
    Assessment period ends24 June 2022

    Semester 1 contact information

    trevoras@unimelb.edu.au

Time commitment details

Estimated total time commitment of 170 hours

Last updated: 12 May 2023

Further information

Last updated: 12 May 2023