Courses & Units
Chemistry 1A KRA113
1. Students who do not have the necessary prerequisites for this unit should enrol in KRA161 Introduction to Chemistry and either KMA002 Applied Mathematics Foundation or KMA100 Introduction to University Mathematics.
2. A chemistry major is recognised by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI) as meeting the requirements for Graduate Member (MRACI) provided that either a mathematics or physics unit is also taken at 1st year level in addition to both KRA113 and KRA114.
3. If studying this unit off-campus, please note there is a need to attend Hobart for two days to complete laboratory sessions.
Introduction
This unit (along with Chemistry 1B in Semester 2) is the required prerequisite for students intending to major in Chemistry and for those intending to proceed to any second-year chemistry unit.
The unit builds on the introduction to chemistry given in year 12 and provides a foundation to four of the sub disciplines of chemistry: analytical, inorganic, organic and physical chemistry.
Emphasis is placed on:
• Explaining underlying concepts in chemistry, so that generalisations regarding the physical and chemical properties of substances can be made.
• Developing problem solving abilities.
• Developing and expanding the skills necessary to carry out experiments safely and efficiently in the laboratory.
The unit is delivered in blended mode with the equivalent of 36 hours of lecture content provided as recordings via MyLO across 12 weeks, complemented with 2 hours weekly face-to-face or online workshops / tutorials and 24 hours (or equivalent) laboratory experience, either undertaken as weekly 3 hour laboratory sessions or an intensive block of laboratory sessions over 2-3 days late in the semester.
Whilst the unit is formally offered in on-campus study mode, the blended delivery mode combined with the intensive block of laboratory sessions over 2-3 days late in the semester provides an option for “off-campus” study – students wishing to undertake the unit in the “off-campus” study mode should contact the Unit Coordinator for further details.
Summary
| Unit name | Chemistry 1A |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KRA113 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Natural Sciences |
| Discipline | Chemistry |
| Coordinator | Doctor Nathan Kilah |
| Teaching staff | Associate Professor Andrew Seen|Professor Jason Smith|Associate Professor Stuart Thickett|Doctor Susan Turland |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 20/2/2023 | 21/3/2023 | 10/4/2023 | 28/5/2023 |
* 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 (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2023 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2023 will be available from the 1st October 2022. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Predict structure and properties of molecules by applying atomic structure and bonding theory.
- Discuss the structure and reactivity of alkyl halide, alkene, and aromatic compounds.
- Solve mathematical and chemical problems using thermochemical and colligative data.
- Demonstrate chemistry laboratory procedures safely and to a competent standard.
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 010501 | $1,037.00 | $1,037.00 | not applicable | $2,836.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Prerequisites
CHM415115 Chemistry or KRA161 (or equivalent) and any of MTG315115 General Mathematics, MTM315117 Mathematics Methods – Foundation, MTM415117 Mathematics Methods, KMA002, KMA003 or KMA100.Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
KRA121 AND KRA101Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | The equivalent of 36 hours of lecture content provided as recordings via MyLO across 12 weeks, complemented with 24 hours of face-to-face workshop / tutorial (2 hours weekly) and 21 hours (or equivalent) laboratory experience (weekly 3 hour sessions). The unit is not offered in an Off Campus mode, but students who wish to attend at a distance can engage with the equivalent of 36 hours of lecture content provided as recordings via MyLO across 12 weeks, complemented with 2 hours weekly online workshop / tutorial and 21 hours (or equivalent) laboratory experience in an intensive block over 2-3 days in week 13 of semester. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Laboratory|Quizzes (x9) (20%)|Examination (40%)|Tests (x3) (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
A. Blackman, S.E. Bottle, S. Schmid, M. Mocerino and U. Wille, Chemistry (5th edition), ISBN: 978-0-730-39667-3. Earlier editions are also acceptable, but may contain errors which are corrected in later versions. https://www.wiley.com/en-ie/Chemistry,+5th+Edition-p-9780730396673
Chemistry 1A Lecture Notes, UTas (from MyLO). Chemistry 1A Laboratory Manual, UTas (provided). |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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