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Automatic Chemical Analysis (CHEM90042)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 6.25Not available in 2022
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Overview
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This subject will outline advanced methods in the automation of chemical analysis based on the use of batch, robotic and flow analysers. There will be a particular emphasis on flow injection and sequential injection analysis, focussing on clinical, industrial and environmental applications.
Intended learning outcomes
Students completing this subject should be able to:
- demonstrate an understanding of the benefits of automatic chemical analysis and decide if the purchase of an automatic analyser is economically justified
- demonstrate an understanding of features of the main types of automatic chemical analysers
- demonstrate an understanding of fundamental principles flow analysis and potential applications of flow analysers
- demonstrate an increased knowledge and understanding of chemical science
- use investigative skills, critical thought and the ability to evaluate information and to analyse experimental data
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students will have:
- advanced problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- an ability to evaluate the professional literature
- an understanding of the changing knowledge base
- a capacity to apply concepts developed in one area to a different context
- the ability to use conceptual models to rationalize experimental observations
Last updated: 12 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
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 November 2022
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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At the 9-lecture mark each subject will be assessed by a written assignment
| During the teaching period | 25% |
Examination after completion of the subject (this is seen as equivalent to 1500 words)
| End of the teaching period | 75% |
Last updated: 12 November 2022
Dates & times
Not available in 2022
Additional delivery details
2019
Last updated: 12 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 12 November 2022