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CHEM 1511 - Foundations of Chemistry IA (Vet Bioscience)

Career: Undergraduate
Units: 3
Term: Semester 1
Campus: North Terrace
Contact: Up to 7 hours per week
Restriction: Available to BSc (Vet Bioscience) students only. Not available to students with SACE Stage 2 Chemistry Subject Achievement Grade of C+ or greater, or equivalent.
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange: No
Available for Non-Award Study: No
Incompatible: CHEM 1100, CHEM 1101 & CHEM 1510
Assessment: Exam, practical work, online summative work, lecture tests
Syllabus:

The knowledge and skills acquired in Foundations of Chemistry IA provide a strong foundation for future studies in chemistry and chemistry-related fields, including biological and environmental sciences, healthcare and engineering. Whether pursuing careers in research or industry, students will gain the necessary tools to excel and make valuable contributions in their chosen paths. Foundations of Chemistry IA is designed for students seeking a solid foundation in chemistry, whether they are pursuing it as a core requirement or a general elective. It welcomes students from various academic programs who are eager to develop a solid grasp of chemical concepts and their real-world applications. The course content is designed for students with limited background in chemistry. Upon successful completion of Foundations of Chemistry IA, students will be able to identify different states of matter, trends of the periodic table, and molecular shape, and draw conclusions about physical and chemical properties. Students will be able to perform basic chemical calculations and balance chemical equations. In addition, they will develop an understanding of acids and bases and chemical equilibrium and their importance in various scientific fields. Face-to-face on-campus delivery provides opportunities for interactive lectures, hands-on laboratory experiments, and engaging discussions. Students will explore scientific methodology and collaborative work, develop critical thinking skills and enhance their problem-solving abilities. In the laboratory, they will gain proficiency in common chemistry techniques and reinforce theoretical concepts. Assessment activities may include quizzes, laboratory reports, assignments, and examinations. By successfully completing these assessments, students will demonstrate their ability to apply chemical concepts to real-world scenarios and solve problems.

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Units
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Amount
3
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Course Outline

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Critical Dates

Term Last Day to Add Online Census Date Last Day to WNF Last Day to WF
Semester 1 Mon 17/03/2025 Thu 27/03/2025 Fri 09/05/2025 Fri 13/06/2025


Class Details

Enrolment Class: Lecture
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
14848 LE01 40 10 3 Mar - 3 Mar Monday 10am - 11am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
5 Mar - 9 Apr Wednesday 9am - 10am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
7 Mar - 11 Apr Friday 10am - 11am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
17 Mar - 7 Apr Monday 10am - 11am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
28 Apr - 2 Jun Monday 10am - 11am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
30 Apr - 11 Jun Wednesday 9am - 10am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
2 May - 13 Jun Friday 10am - 11am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
Related Class: Workshop
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
10101 WR09 11 7 13 Mar - 10 Apr Thursday 2pm - 3pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
1 May - 12 Jun Thursday 2pm - 3pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
13266 WR12 17 1 14 Mar - 11 Apr Friday 2pm - 3pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
2 May - 13 Jun Friday 2pm - 3pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
13821 WR06 12 2 12 Mar - 9 Apr Wednesday 3pm - 4pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
30 Apr - 11 Jun Wednesday 3pm - 4pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
Related Class: Practical
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
12232 PR09 10 7 6 Mar - 6 Mar Thursday 11am - 12pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
20 Mar - 20 Mar Thursday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
3 Apr - 3 Apr Thursday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
1 May - 1 May Thursday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
15 May - 15 May Thursday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
29 May - 29 May Thursday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
12370 PR03 2 1 4 Mar - 4 Mar Tuesday 2pm - 3pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
18 Mar - 18 Mar Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
1 Apr - 1 Apr Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
29 Apr - 29 Apr Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
13 May - 13 May Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
27 May - 27 May Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
12371 PR01 3 2 4 Mar - 4 Mar Tuesday 10am - 11am Johnson, 106, Laboratory
18 Mar - 18 Mar Tuesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
1 Apr - 1 Apr Tuesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
29 Apr - 29 Apr Tuesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
13 May - 13 May Tuesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
27 May - 27 May Tuesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
12383 PR07 10 2 5 Mar - 5 Mar Wednesday 2pm - 3pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
19 Mar - 19 Mar Wednesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
2 Apr - 2 Apr Wednesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
30 Apr - 30 Apr Wednesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
14 May - 14 May Wednesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
28 May - 28 May Wednesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
12864 PR05 18 1 5 Mar - 5 Mar Wednesday 10am - 11am Johnson, 106, Laboratory
19 Mar - 19 Mar Wednesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
2 Apr - 2 Apr Wednesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
30 Apr - 30 Apr Wednesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
14 May - 14 May Wednesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
28 May - 28 May Wednesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory