| Unit Code | Unit Name | Description | Offered in 2013 | Offered in 2014 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KRA001 | Chemistry Foundation Unit | As part of the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Technology's enabling program the School of Chemistry offers a foundation unit covering the essential chemistry required for entry into first year chemistry studies at the University of Tasmania. Note: Students entering first year chemistry courses (KRA113, KRA114, KRA101, KRA102 & KRA170) at the University of Tasmania must also have the mathematics prerequisite MAP5C or MME5C or equivalent or Mathematics Foundation Unit KMA003. |
Yes | Yes |
| KRA101 | Chemistry 1A | Together with Chemistry 1B, this is a core unit for the Chemistry major, and for Environmental Science, Science, Medical Laboratory Science and Aquaculture students, providing them with the fundamental knowledge and concepts in inorganic and physical chemistry. |
Yes | Yes |
| KRA102 | Chemistry 1B | Together with Chemistry 1A, this is a core unit for the Chemistry major, and for Environmental Science, Science, Medical Laboratory Science and Aquaculture students, providing them with the fundamental knowledge and concepts in organic and physical chemistry. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA113 | Chemistry 1A | Together with Chemistry 1B, this unit is a required prerequisite for those students intending to major in Chemistry and for those intending to proceed to 2nd year chemistry. It provides students with fundamental knowledge and concepts in inorganic, physical, analytical, and organic chemistry, with applications in both the physical and biological sciences. Topics include bonding and structure, thermodynamics and the chemistry of organic functional groups. Laboratory sessions are designed to increase students' manipulative skills and, where possible, to reinforce the lecture program. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA114 | Chemistry 1B | Together with Chemistry 1A, this unit is a required prerequisite for those students intending to major in Chemistry and for those intending to proceed to second-year chemistry. It provides students with fundamental knowledge and concepts in inorganic, physical, analytical, and organic chemistry, with applications in both the physical and biological sciences. Topics include equilibrium and acid-base chemistry, chemical kinetics, coordination chemistry, separation techniques, the chemistry of organic functional groups and an introduction to lipids, carbohydrates and proteins. Laboratory sessions are designed to increase students' manipulative skills and, where possible, to reinforce the lecture program. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA121 | Chemistry 1 (Applied Agriculture) | A self-paced program which provides a basic knowledge of chemistry and its applications, introducing the interactions occurring between atoms and molecules and their effect on solids, liquids and gases; the physical chemistry of solutions and the calculation of values such as equilibrium constants and pH in aqueous solutions; and elementary organic chemistry including synthesis and reactions of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, alcohols, acids and bases. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA161 | Chemistry for Life Sciences | This unit explores the chemistry of skeletal muscles - bonding and interactions that allow muscles to work, and nutrient cycles - carbon, nitrogen and phosphorus - reactions and their conditions. This unit covers introductory chemistry for students with no previous knowledge of chemistry who intend to study science, particularly the biological sciences. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA170 | Chemistry of Materials | Develops a basic knowledge of chemistry and chemical principles necessary for the understanding of the physical and chemical properties of materials. Topics include an introduction to chemical theory, bonding and intermolecular forces, water chemistry, metals, alloys, silicates, glasses, cements, equilibria, thermochemistry, electrochemistry, petroleum, surfactants, chemical explosives and polymer chemistry. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA201 | Analytical Chemistry | Encompasses a theoretical and practical treatment of quantitative analytical chemistry. Methods for sample preparation, digestion of samples and separation of sample constituents are surveyed. Classical methods of analysis (gravimetric and titrimetric) are studied in detail throughout this unit. Students are introduced to instrumental methods of analysis through a study of selected techniques (ultraviolet-visible spectrometry, atomic absorption spectrometry, potentiometry, gas chromatography and liquid chromatography). The laboratory component provides experience in the analysis of real and relevant environmental samples. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA211 | Environmental Chemistry | This unit will develop an understanding of the chemical behaviour of important elements and compounds in the environment, with an emphasis on aquatic, marine, atmospheric and soil chemistry. Topics include aspects of inorganic and organic pollutants; pollutants in the aquatic environment; water treatment; introductory soil chemistry; the Greenhouse Effect and urban air pollution. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA223 | Chemical Analysis | This unit builds on first year chemistry units and consolidates the theoretical and practical framework required by students who intend to major in chemistry or who need additional chemistry to support their studies in other science areas. This unit provides a sound introduction to the principles and practice underlying quantitative analytical chemistry, including some important instrumental techniques. The emphasis is on the analysis of aqueous systems relevant to environmental, industrial, forensic,and other applications including the application of spectroscopic methods (AA, UV/vis, fluorimetry) and electrochemistry (potentiometry, ion selective electrodes). | Yes | Yes |
| KRA224 | Chemical Synthesis and Spectroscopy | This unit builds on first year chemistry units and consolidates the theoretical and practical framework required by students who intend to major in chemistry or who need additional chemistry to support their studies in other science areas. Organic and inorganic synthesis is emphasised although molecular structure and the interrelationship of chemistry with the life sciences are also highlighted. Lectures include organic spectroscopy and the synthesis, reactions and chemical properties of organic and inorganic compounds. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA225 | Inorganic Chemistry and Reaction Mechanisms | This unit builds on first year chemistry units and consolidates the theoretical and practical framework required by students who intend to major in chemistry or who need additional chemistry to support their studies in other science areas. The inorganic chemistry topic covers the synthesis and properties of inorganic and organometallic compounds (especially transition metal coordination complexes and organometallic chemistry of the main group metals), with an underlying emphasis on modern techniques used to determine chemical structures and contemporary properties of inorganic compounds. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA300 | Environmental Monitoring and Remediation | This unit utilises the diversity of examples of environmental chemistry in natural, urban and industrial environments within Tasmania to develop an understanding of the sources and fate of chemical contaminants in the environment, and an understanding of the technologies used for minimising pollution, wastes and containment of chemical contaminants, and remediation of impacted sites. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA306 | Instrumental Chemistry | The unit concentrates on giving a sound foundation to the theory and application of modern instrumental techniques, explaining how these are applied to chemical analysis. Topics are selected from: chromatography, X-ray spectroscopy, atomic spectroscopy, electrochemistry and flow injection analysis. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA337 | Chemistry Research Project | This unit comprises a one-semester research project in chemistry for advanced students. This unit will only be offered to students who are currently enrolled in the BSc Advanced Honours and majoring in Chemistry (within the BSc, BBiotech or BEnvSci programs) and then only with the approval of the Head of School. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA341 | Organic and Bioorganic Chemistry | This unit extends the basic understanding of organic chemistry and chemical reactivity from level 200 units and introduces more advanced chemical reactions and the concept of rational synthetic design. The course also highlights the key reactions in the synthesis of biological molecules and provides and introduction to the role of natural products and synthetic chemistry to the pharmaceutical sector. Topics that will be included are selected from: the biosynthesis of biologically important molecules, natural products and medicinal chemistry, the chemistry of reactive intermediates, pericyclic reactions, heterocyclic chemistry, mechanisms of polymer formation and the use of retrosynthetic analysis in the design of multi-step chemical syntheses. The laboratory program is closely associated with the lecture material and introduces techniques and instrumentation that are used in modern synthetic chemistry for the synthesis of small organic molecules such as those of importance to the pharmaceutical industry. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA342 | Catalysis and Reaction Processes | This unit explores the application of contemporary organometallic chemistry and advanced computational chemistry to the study of catalysis and reaction processes. The organometallic chemistry topics will include bonding and structure, catalytic reactions, and applications in organic synthesis and industrial chemistry. The computational chemistry sessions will focus on the use of modern density functional theory to study reaction processes. Laboratory work will cover aspects of organometallic synthesis, catalytic reactions, and computational chemistry. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA343 | Structure and Materials | This unit builds on a range of chemical concepts and techniques introduced in 200 level units that are widely used by modern scientists that are not restricted to the chemical sciences; including earth sciences, environmental studies, industrial chemistry, and physical, health and life sciences. It also introduces topics in materials chemistry as they apply to the development of a range of advanced components used in everyday and technological products. The material presented concentrates on giving a sound foundation to the theory and application of modern characterisation techniques with an emphasis on the elucidation of chemical structure, with major topics including advanced emission and molecular spectroscopic techniques such as NMR spectroscopic applications (including variable temperature, solid state and 2D experiments), EPR, IR, Raman, photoelectron, UV-Vis spectroscopy, the stereochemistry of inorganic and organic compounds and various aspects of the physical chemistry of surfaces. In addition, both laboratory-source and synchrotron-based X-ray techniques are introduced, including diffraction and XAS methods. The laboratory program reinforces concepts introduced in lectures and gives students experience in good laboratory practice and hands-on usage of modern research level spectroscopic, physical chemistry and diffraction instrumentation. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA344 | Advanced Analytical Techniques | As the name suggests this unit concentrates on instrumental methods of analysis as used in all aspects of science. The material has been designed to appeal to the modern scientist with the material presented concentrating on giving a sound foundation to the theory and application of modern instrumental techniques. This unit will be of importance to all scientists relying on the use of instrumental analysis in their field of endeavour. Topics within this unit are selected from: chromatographic separation techniques, including ion chromatography and high performance liquid chromatography; solid phase extraction; capillary electrophoresis; gas chromatography; hyphenated and multidimensional techniques; flow analysis; online process stream analysis; miniaturised analytical systems; sample handling and preparation; analytical mass spectrometry; electroanalytical applications including sensors; and the application of quality assurance principles in an analytical laboratory. The laboratory program reinforces concepts introduced in lectures and gives students experience in good laboratory practice and protocol, and hands-on usage of modern research level instrumentation. Overall this unit presents theory and practice of instrumental analysis in a context relevant and key to all areas of scientific study including, but not limited to the physical sciences, biotechnology, medical and biomedical research, life sciences, earth sciences, and pharmaceutical science areas. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA404 | Biotechnology Honours in Chemistry (F/T) | Is designed to provide the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in chemical research oriented towards biotechnology. Starting dates are February and July. Students are assessed in the following and are required to: (a) to carry out an intensive research project approved by the Head of School, and to submit the findings in a thesis. (b) to undertake coursework in chemistry related to biotechnology applications; and (c) to present a seminar which describes the aims and result of the student's research work. The School will provide specific details on assessment procedure and criteria used. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA405 | Biotechnology Honours in Chemistry (P/T) | Is designed to provide the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in chemical research oriented towards biotechnology. Starting dates are February and July. Students are assessed in the following and are required to: (a) to carry out an intensive research project approved by the Head of School, and to submit the findings in a thesis. (b) to undertake coursework in chemistry related to biotechnology applications; and (c) to present a seminar which describes the aims and result of the student's research work. The School will provide specific details on assessment procedure and criteria used. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA406 | Biotechnology Honours in Chemistry (P/T) | Is designed to provide the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in chemical research oriented towards biotechnology. Starting dates are February and July. Students are assessed in the following and are required to: (a) to carry out an intensive research project approved by the Head of School, and to submit the findings in a thesis. (b) to undertake coursework in chemistry related to biotechnology applications; and (c) to present a seminar which describes the aims and result of the student's research work. The School will provide specific details on assessment procedure and criteria used. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA407 | Chemistry (Honours) F/T | Consists of advanced coursework and research in one or more of physical or inorganic or organic or analytical chemistry or an approved sub-field of chemistry. Approval may also be given for joint courses of study between chemistry and another discipline. Coursework covers advanced areas of chemistry, and the Head of School may prescribe further studies chosen from third-year units. The laboratory work consists principally of research under supervision as approved by the Head of School. The School produces a booklet each year describing the projects available. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA408 | Chemistry (Honours) P/T | Consists of advanced coursework and research in one or more of physical or inorganic or organic or analytical chemistry or an approved sub-field of chemistry. Approval may also be given for joint courses of study between chemistry and another discipline. Coursework covers advanced areas of chemistry, and the Head of School may prescribe further studies chosen from third-year units. The laboratory work consists principally of research under supervision as approved by the Head of School. The School produces a booklet each year describing the projects available. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA409 | Chemistry (Honours) P/T | Consists of advanced coursework and research in one or more of physical or inorganic or organic or analytical chemistry or an approved sub-field of chemistry. Approval may also be given for joint courses of study between chemistry and another discipline. Coursework covers advanced areas of chemistry, and the Head of School may prescribe further studies chosen from third-year units. The laboratory work consists principally of research under supervision as approved by the Head of School. The School produces a booklet each year describing the projects available. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA412 | Bachelor of Environmental Science Honours in Chemistry | The unit will develop knowledge and skills in research oriented towards environmental science. Research training will be provided through workshops, seminars and completion of a research project in an appropriate area of environmental science. Students will be required to further develop their communication skills and understanding of environmental science through the review of a current environmental issue, the analysis and interpretation of research results, and communication of their research in a seminar and thesis. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA413 | Bachelor of Environmental Science Honours in Chemistry P/T | The unit will develop knowledge and skills in research oriented towards environmental science. Research training will be provided through workshops, seminars and completion of a research project in an appropriate area of environmental science. Students will be required to further develop their communication skills and understanding of environmental science through the review of a current environmental issue, the analysis and interpretation of research results, and communication of their research in a seminar and thesis. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA414 | Bachelor of Environmental Science Honours in Chemistry P/T | The unit will develop knowledge and skills in research oriented towards environmental science. Research training will be provided through workshops, seminars and completion of a research project in an appropriate area of environmental science. Students will be required to further develop their communication skills and understanding of environmental science through the review of a current environmental issue, the analysis and interpretation of research results, and communication of their research in a seminar and thesis. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA415 | Marine Science Honours in Chemistry (F/T) | This unit is designed to provide the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in chemical research oriented towards marine science. Starting dates are February and July. Students are assessed in the following and are required to: (a) carry out an intensive research project approved by the Head of School, and to submit the findings in a thesis; (b) undertake coursework in chemistry related to marine science applications; and (c) present a seminar which describes the aims and result of the student's research work. The School will provide specific details on assessment procedures and criteria used. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA416 | Marine Science Honours in Chemistry (P/T) | This unit is designed to provide the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in chemical research oriented towards marine science. Starting dates are February and July. Students are assessed in the following and are required to: (a) carry out an intensive research project approved by the Head of School, and to submit the findings in a thesis; (b) undertake coursework in chemistry related to marine science applications; and (c) present a seminar which describes the aims and result of the student's research work. The School will provide specific details on assessment procedures and criteria used. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA417 | Marine Science Honours in Chemistry (P/T) | Is designed to provide the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in chemical research oriented towards marine science. Starting dates are February and July. Students are assessed in the following and are required to: (a) to carry out an intensive research project approved by the Head of School, and to submit the findings in a thesis. (b) to undertake coursework in chemistry related to marine science applications; and (c) to present a seminar which describes the aims and result of the student's research work. The School will provide specific details on assessment procedure and criteria used. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA510 | Analytical Separation Techniques and Sensors | As the name suggests this unit concentrates on instrumental methods of analysis as used in all aspects of science. The material has been designed to appeal to the modern scientist with the material presented concentrating on giving a sound foundation to the theory and application of modern instrumental techniques. This unit will be of importance to all scientists relying on the use of instrumental analysis in their field of endeavour. Topics within this unit are selected from: chromatographic separation techniques, including ion chromatography and high performance liquid chromatography; solid phase extraction; capillary electrophoresis; gas chromatography; hyphenated and multidimensional techniques; flow analysis; online process stream analysis; miniaturised analytical systems; sample handling and preparation; analytical mass spectrometry; electroanalytical applications including sensors; and the application of quality assurance principles in an analytical laboratory. The laboratory program reinforces concepts introduced in lectures and gives students experience in good laboratory practice and protocol, and hands-on usage of modern research level instrumentation. Overall this unit presents theory and practice of instrumental analysis in a context relevant and key to all areas of scientific study including, but not limited to the physical sciences, biotechnology, medical and biomedical research, life sciences, earth sciences, and pharmaceutical science areas. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA580 | Project | For details of this unit, contact the School of Chemistry. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA586 | Honours unit | Students enrolled in the Graduate Diploma in Science, specialising in Chemistry, course who undertake units from Chemistry honours courses use this code if enrolling in two 6.12% units or a single 12.5% unit. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA589 | Honours unit | Students enrolled in the Graduate Diploma in Science, specialising in Chemistry, course who undertake units from Chemistry honours courses use this code if enrolling in units with a total weight of 25%. | Yes | Yes |
| KRA703 | Master of Applied Science, Project | Yes | Yes | |
| KRA706 | Master of Applied Science, Thesis | Yes | Yes | |
| KRA707 | Master of Applied Science, Thesis | Yes | Yes | |
| KRA710 | Literature Review (Masters of Applied Science-Chemistry) | This unit involves the investigation, analysis and writing of a major project report related to a chemical principle. Students will develop the ability to identify important points of the topic of interest and perform a critical assessment of the ideas. Students choose the area of investigation in consultation with the unit coordinator and then are assigned an academic supervisor with expertise in the chosen area. The project report takes the form of a literature review of the industry/enterprise/topic. For further details on this unit, contact the Degree Coordinator. | Yes | Yes |
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28 June, 2013
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