Catalysis and Advanced Inorganic Chemistry unit (KRA342)

Hobart

Introduction

This unit builds upon the basic understanding of inorganic chemistry from level 200 and introduces more advanced topics. Our particular focus on the application to the study of advanced inorganic topics including catalysis and sustainable reaction processes. The topics will include bonding and structure, catalytic reactions, applications to synthesis and industrial chemistry. Laboratory work will cover aspects of organometallic synthesis and catalytic reactions chemistry. KRA342 is one of four 300-level units required in the chemistry major NOTE: This unit is intended for all students majoring in chemistry along with those with interests in the physical sciences, biotechnology, medical and biomedical research, life sciences, earth sciences, Antarctic science, marine science, and pharmaceutical science areas. The content of this unit has also been structured so that it serves many other study plans within the BSc.

Summary

Unit name	Catalysis and Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
Unit code	KRA342
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering School of Natural Sciences
Discipline	Chemistry
Coordinator	Doctor Rebecca Fuller
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By
Level	Advanced

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	Semester 2

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 2	05/07/2027	27/07/2027	30/08/2027	24/10/2027

* 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).

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Learning Outcomes

• Describe, rationalise and predict the structure, chemical properties, overall outcomes and mechanistic pathways of metal-based systems using advanced molecular orbital theory and periodic table trends.
• Analyse, interpret and predict spectral data and evidence for reaction mechanisms and metal-ligand bonding by determining and differentiating the structure of molecules and compounds.
• Demonstrate laboratory chemistry procedures, characterisation and risk assessments for organic and inorganic synthesis and isolation of compounds safely and to a competent standard.
• Communicate experimental outcomes and relevant chemistry concepts using standard conventions

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution 1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3	Domestic Full Fee 4
010599	$1,235.00	$1,235.00	not applicable

• Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
• HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility³
• FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility⁴

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Requisites

Prerequisites

KRA224 Chemistry 2A Organic and Bioinorganic OR KRA241 Organic and Inorganic Chemistry

Mutual Exclusions

You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:

KRA542 Catalysis and Advanced Inorganic Chemistry

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	1 x 2-hour tutorial / problem solving sessions per week (face to face) 1 hour pre recorded material per week (online) 10 x 4-hour laboratory sessions across the semester (on campus attendance)
Assessment	Topic Assignment (10%)|Mid-semester Test (20%)|Laboratory (30%)|End-of-semester Examination (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Lecture notes and Laboratory Manual (PDF on MyLO)
Recommended	Atkins PW, et al., Inorganic Chemistry, Cotton FA, et al., Advanced Inorganic Chemistry, Atkins PW, et al., Physical Chemistry (and as specified by individual lecturers)

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