Self-enrolment is not available. Enrolment will occur only after attending an orientation session to ensure that you are taking the correct units to fulfill your pathway requirements.
Introduction
Chemistry aims to (i) promote knowledge and understanding around the central concepts and theories appropriate to the study of chemistry at a pre-tertiary level, (ii) explore the language of chemistry, including symbols and models used to describe, explain and predict chemical behaviour, (iii) develop scientific skills and attitudes, including techniques of operation, recording observations and aspects of safety, (iv) interpret and use a range of chemical information from qualitative and quantitative investigations and (v) analyse the interaction of chemical processes with people and the environment.
In this unit you will also learn through practical laboratory sessions that allow you to complete calculations, contribute to discussions, evaluate data, understand the safety requirements and explore experimental procedures. In addition, you will perform an experiment and learn how to write a lab report, engage in independent learning activities to develop skills, and complete tests that will increase your understanding of different chemistry topics.
Summary
| Unit name | Chemistry |
| Unit code | XPD009 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Academic Division Learning Teaching Performance |
| Discipline | University Pathways |
| Coordinator | Eunjee Cooper |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | Third Party(ies): UP Education |
| Level | Foundation or Enabling |
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Analyse a range of chemistry problems using theory and calculations
- Describe the structure, properties and interactions of substances using scientific language
- Apply scientific skills and attitudes, including safety, techniques of operation and recording experimental observations
- Evaluate the result of a calculation or experiment to draw a conclusion based on logical arguments
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 5 hours/week on-campus classes and 2 hours/week moderated online independent learning activities, over 13 teaching weeks. |
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| Assessment | Independent Learning Activities (10%)|Laboratory Report (15%)|Laboratory work (15%)|Class quizzes (20%)|Examination (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be provided in class or on MyLO |
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| Recommended | Recommended readings will be provided in class or on MyLO |
The University reserves the right to amend or remove courses and unit availabilities, as appropriate.