Hobart, Online
1. Students who do not have the necessary prerequisites for this unit (see below) should enrol in KRA161 Introduction to Chemistry and either KMA002 Applied Mathematics Foundation or KMA100 Introduction to University Mathematics. Click here for more information.
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, together with KRA113 (Chemistry Essentials for the Modern Scientist) offered in Semester 1, serves as a prerequisite for students intending to major in Chemistry and for those wishing to enrol in second-year chemistry units. Building on the foundations established in KRA113, this unit introduces core concepts across four key sub-disciplines of chemistry: analytical, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry. While enrolment in KRA114 does not formally require prior completion of KRA113, students are strongly encouraged to complete KRA113 before undertaking this unit.
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 of weekly face-to-face or online workshops / tutorials and 21 hours (or equivalent) of laboratory experience. The unit is formally offered in on-campus study mode in Hobart, or through a hybrid "online" mode that combines online learning and assessment with intensive block laboratory sessions over 2-3 days at mid semester and end of semester. Students wishing to undertake the unit in the “online” study mode should contact the Unit Coordinator for further details.
Summary
| Unit name | Chemistry 1B |
| Unit code | KRA114 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Sciences and Engineering School of Natural Sciences |
| Discipline | Chemistry |
| Coordinator | Doctor Fernando Maya Alejandro |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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| Semester 2 | 4/7/2027 | 26/7/2027 | 29/8/2027 | 23/10/2027 |
* 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 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Identify structural features of alkyl halides, alkenes, and aromatic compounds and predict their basic chemical reactivity.
- Predict the chemical and physical properties of coordination compounds.
- Solve mathematical and chemical problems using thermochemical and colligative data.
- Compare the mechanisms of analytical chemistry techniques.
- Demonstrate chemistry laboratory procedures safely and to a competent standard.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
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:
KRA102 AND KRA121Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 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 workshop / tutorial and 21 hours (or equivalent) laboratory experience (laboratory experience will be either be completed as weekly 3 hour sessions, or an intensive block over 2-3 days in week 12 of semester).
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| Assessment | Laboratory|Quizzes (x8) (20%)|Examination (40%)|Tests (x4) (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
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