Further information: Chemistry 1 (CHEM10003)

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P. Mahaffy, R. Tusker, B. Bucat, J. Kotz, G. Weaver and P. Triechel, Chemistry: Human Activity, Chemical Reactivity (2^nd International Edition), Cengage Learning, 2014.
Subject notes
This subject is available for science credit to students enrolled in the BSc (both pre-2008 and new degrees), BASc or a combined BSc course.

A laboratory coat and safety glasses are required for laboratory activities.

It is recommended that students have access to a molecular model kit.

It is recommended that students who plan to major in Chemistry also enrol in two semesters of first year mathematics, for example MAST10005 Calculus 1, MAST10006 Calculus 2 and/or MAST10007 Linear Algebra.

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This subject contributes to the following:

Type	Name
Course	Bachelor of Environments
Informal specialisation	Science Discipline subjects - new generation B-SCI
Specialisation (formal)	Biomedical with Business
Specialisation (formal)	Biomedical
Breadth Track	Chemical Engineering

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Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
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: 9 April 2025

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