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CHEM 1201 - Foundations of Chemistry IB

Career: Undergraduate
Units: 3
Term: 4320
Campus: North Terrace
Contact: Up to 7 hours per week
Restriction: Not available to students with SACE Stage 2 Chemistry Subject Achievement Grade of C+ or greater, or equivalent.
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange: Yes
Available for Non-Award Study: Yes
Assumed Knowledge: CHEM1101
Incompatible: CHEM 1200, CHEM 1520 & CHEM 1521
Assessment: Exam, online summative work, practical work, lecture tests
Syllabus:

The knowledge and skills acquired in Foundations of Chemistry IB provide a strong foundation for future studies in chemistry and chemistry-related fields, including biological and environmental sciences, healthcare and engineering. It provides students with a strong foundation for pursuing careers in research or industry, where their understanding of chemical principles and laboratory techniques will be highly valued. Foundations of Chemistry IB course is designed for students seeking a solid foundation in chemistry, whether as a core requirement or a general elective. It accommodates students from various academic programs who are eager to develop a thorough understanding of chemical principles and their real-world applications. The course content is designed to build upon the knowledge gained in Foundations of Chemistry IA. Upon completion of Foundations of Chemistry IB, students will understand redox processes and their application to batteries. Students will gain an understanding of chemical thermodynamics and reaction kinetics and their importance in various scientific fields. In addition, students will develop their knowledge of organic compounds and their importance in materials, medicine and biological processes. Face-to-face on-campus delivery provides opportunities for interactive lectures, hands-on laboratory experiments, and engaging discussions. Collaborative discussions, group work, and problem-solving exercises in workshops will enhance their understanding of key topics and foster a sense of teamwork. Assessments activities may include quizzes, laboratory reports, assignments, and examinations. By successfully completing these assessments, students will demonstrate their ability to apply chemical knowledge to solve problems and communicate scientific ideas effectively.

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Units
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Amount
3
0.125
          
  


Course Outline

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Critical Dates

Term Last Day to Add Online Census Date Last Day to WNF Last Day to WF
4320 Mon 07/08/2023 Wed 16/08/2023 Fri 15/09/2023 Fri 27/10/2023


Class Details

Enrolment Class: Lecture
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
23899 LE01 400 275 24 Jul - 11 Sep Monday 10am - 11am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
26 Jul - 13 Sep Wednesday 9am - 10am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
28 Jul - 15 Sep Friday 10am - 11am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
4 Oct - 25 Oct Wednesday 9am - 10am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
6 Oct - 27 Oct Friday 10am - 11am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
9 Oct - 23 Oct Monday 10am - 11am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
Related Class: Practical
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
22191 PR09 40 8 10 Aug - 10 Aug Thursday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
24 Aug - 24 Aug Thursday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
7 Sep - 7 Sep Thursday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
5 Oct - 5 Oct Thursday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
19 Oct - 19 Oct Thursday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
23329 PR07 11 1 9 Aug - 9 Aug Wednesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
23 Aug - 23 Aug Wednesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
6 Sep - 6 Sep Wednesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
4 Oct - 4 Oct Wednesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
18 Oct - 18 Oct Wednesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
23900 PR01 34 11 8 Aug - 8 Aug Tuesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
22 Aug - 22 Aug Tuesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
5 Sep - 5 Sep Tuesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
3 Oct - 3 Oct Tuesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
17 Oct - 17 Oct Tuesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
23901 PR03 33 2 8 Aug - 8 Aug Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
22 Aug - 22 Aug Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
5 Sep - 5 Sep Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
3 Oct - 3 Oct Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
17 Oct - 17 Oct Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
23902 PR05 38 9 9 Aug - 9 Aug Wednesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
23 Aug - 23 Aug Wednesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
6 Sep - 6 Sep Wednesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
4 Oct - 4 Oct Wednesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
18 Oct - 18 Oct Wednesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
Related Class: Workshop
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
22359 WR05 30 4 2 Aug - 13 Sep Wednesday 2pm - 3pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
4 Oct - 25 Oct Wednesday 2pm - 3pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
23288 WR02 22 FULL 1 Aug - 12 Sep Tuesday 1pm - 2pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
3 Oct - 24 Oct Tuesday 1pm - 2pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
23291 WR11 30 12 3 Aug - 14 Sep Thursday 3pm - 4pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
5 Oct - 26 Oct Thursday 3pm - 4pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
24493 WR06 25 8 2 Aug - 13 Sep Wednesday 3pm - 4pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
4 Oct - 25 Oct Wednesday 3pm - 4pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
24717 WR15 25 2 4 Aug - 15 Sep Friday 2pm - 3pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
6 Oct - 27 Oct Friday 2pm - 3pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
24718 WR01 20 2 1 Aug - 12 Sep Tuesday 12pm - 1pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
3 Oct - 24 Oct Tuesday 12pm - 1pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room