Science, Engineering and Technology

KRA161

2010  KRA161  Chemistry for Life Sciences

Unit Level: Introductory

Available as a Student Elective: Yes

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OFFERINGS

Unit Sem 1 Sem 2 Full Yr Spring Summer Winter KRA161 L Key Semester Dates Semester Note Start Date Census Date Final WW Date* End Date Sem 1 22-FEB-2010 23-MAR-2010 12-APR-2010 28-MAY-2010 *The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (see Withdrawal dates explained for more information). About Census Dates

DESCRIPTION

For students with no previous knowledge of Chemistry who intend to study science, particularly the biological sciences. The unit provides the background and fundamental knowledge in chemistry required for these areas and highlights applications in this area. It includes an introduction to the properties and structure of matter, physical and chemical changes, and simple bonding theory. Solution behaviour, concentration and related calculations are covered together with acids, bases and the pH scale. General reaction types, the properties of some common elements, the gas laws, nuclear chemistry and oxidation and reduction are also covered.

WEIGHT:  12.5%

ASSESSMENT: 2 1-hr mid-semester tests (10%), 3-hr end-of-semester exam (60%), lab work (20%), assignment (10%)

TEACHING PATTERN: 2 hrs lectures, 1 hr tutorial, 2 hrs practical weekly (9 wks)

FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS
Note: Class attendance may still be required

   Web supported - L
Online access to some part of this unit online is optional
   Resource dependent teaching & learning - L
Independent study with provided resources replaces face-to-face or other classes (e.g. lectures)
About Flexible Study Options

TEXTS
Information about any textbook requirements for Semester (Sem 1) will be available from mid November 2009

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