Science, Engineering and Technology

KRA332

2012  KRA332  Physical and Analytical Methods in Chemistry

Unit Level: Advanced

Available as a Student Elective: Yes

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SPECIAL NOTE:  This unit is intended for all students majoring in chemistry along with those with interests in the biotechnology, medical and biomedical research, Antarctic science, life science, earth science and marine science areas. Students who would like to do this unit but have a timetable problem with either tutorials or laboratory work should consult the Head of School or Unit Coordinator.

OFFERINGS

Unit Sem 1 Sem 2 Full Yr Spring Summer Winter KRA332 H Key Semester Dates Semester Campus Attendance Note Start Date Census Date Final WW Date* End Date Sem 1 H On Campus 27-FEB-2012 23-MAR-2012 16-APR-2012 01-JUN-2012 *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). This unit can be taken in other courses About Census Dates

DESCRIPTION

As the name suggests this unit concentrates on physical and analytical chemistry topics with the material designed to appeal to the modern scientist. The material presented concentrates on giving a sound foundation to the theory and application of modern physical and instrumental analytical techniques, and industrial chemistry. Analytical chemistry topics are selected from: electroanalytical methods - voltammetry and amperometry; spectroscopy - atomic and molecular absorption/emission, and flameless techniques including ICP-OES and ICP-MS; and the application of quality assurance principles in an analytical laboratory. Physical chemistry topics are typically selected from surface chemistry, pulp and paper chemistry, molecular thermodynamics, non-electrolyte mixtures, molecular spectroscopy, radionuclear chemistry, and polymer chemistry. The laboratory program reinforces concepts introduced in lectures and gives students experience in good laboratory practice and hands-on usage of modern research level analytical and physical chemistry instrumentation.

WEIGHT:  12.5%

ASSESSMENT: 3hr exam (60%), laboratory (35%), assignments (5%)

TEACHING PATTERN: 2x1hr lectures weekly, 7 tutorials, 52 laboratory hours

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

   Web dependent - H
Some parts of this unit will be taught online
   Resource supported teaching & learning - H
Additional resources are provided for your optional use; e.g. audio taped lectures
About Flexible Study Options

REQUISITE INFO

Prereq

( KRA224 or KRA211 or KRA226) AND ( KRA223 or KRA225)

TEXTS
Hobart Co-op Bookshop Website - Semester (Sem 1)

STAFF: Assoc Prof GW Dicinoski (Coordinator)

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