Key facts
UNE unit code: CHEM250
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- Trimester 2 - On Campus
- Trimester 2 - Online
- Armidale Campus
- Yes
- Yes
- Yes
- 6
Unit information
Analytical chemistry offers us a window into the world of matter. It has broad practical applications for environmental, forensic and pharmaceutical analysis, particularly in relation to drug activity and reactions, and the chemical reactions occurring in the Earth’s atmosphere.
You will delve into the fundamental principles of analytical chemistry, with a tailored focus on the application of different techniques to environmental, forensic or pharmaceutical science as relevant to your study needs.
You will explore a range of analytical techniques, including molecular and atomic spectroscopies, gas and liquid chromatography and conductometric methods.
A large proportion of chemistry graduates who use their degree for their work perform some analytical chemistry – this unit will allow you to hone your knowledge and technical skills to stand out in your career.
Offerings
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 2 | On Campus, Armidale Campus |
| Trimester 2 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
| Start | Finish | Duration | Attendance | Offerings | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 August 2024 | 13 August 2024 | 4 days | Mandatory Intensive School | Trimester 2, Online | The intensive school is mandatory for online students only. Students must attend the Mandatory Intensive School which is held in Armidale. No teaching activities will occur on Sunday. |
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Notes
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- understand fundamental physical and chemical concepts which underpins the activity and reactions of drug molecules or the chemical reactions within the troposphere, stratosphere and natural waters using a broad theoretical knowledge of chemistry;
- utilise a broad range of cognitive, technical and communication skills related to environmental or pharmaceutical science;
- use these techniques to interpret and analyse data from pharmaceutical or environmental monitoring and sampling; and
- select the most appropriate methods and technology in solving environmental chemical problems or for pharmaceutical analysis.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1 | Yes | 5% | All offerings | Online quiz. Short answers and/or calculations. No. Words: 250 |
| Assessment 2 | Yes | 10% | All offerings | Written assignment requiring short answers and/or calculations. No. Words: 750 |
| Assessment 3 | Yes | 10% | All offerings | Written assignment requiring short answers and/or calculations. No. Words: 750 |
| Assessment 4 | Yes | 25% | All offerings | Six (6) written laboratory reports which include calculations. Of the submitted reports, one (1) is completed as a poster and one (1) other as a short report. It is mandatory to pass this component in order to pass this unit. |
| Final Examination | Yes | 50% | All offerings | It is mandatory to pass the final examination in order to pass this unit. |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Analytical Chemistry
ISBN: 9780198502890
Higson, S.P.J., Oxford 1st ed. 2004
Text refers to: All offerings
Environmental Chemistry: A Global Perspective
ISBN: 9780198749974
Van Loon, G.W. and Duffy, S.J., Oxford 4th ed. 2018
Text refers to: All offerings
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