Advanced Analytical Techniques unit (KRA544)

Hobart

Introduction

The Advanced Analytical Techniques unit is a specialised module within the broader field of analytical chemistry, designed to immerse students in cutting-edge techniques and applications for qualitative and quantitative analysis.   Techniques that will be covered have applications including ensuring the safety of our food and pharmaceuticals, the quality of our water, and our health and safety. The unit concentrates on giving a sound foundation to the theory and application of modern instrumental techniques, reinforced through extensive hands-on use in the laboratory program. Topics within this unit are selected from: chromatographic separation techniques, including chromatography and electrophoresis; mass spectrometry, and portable and miniaturised analytical systems.  These advanced methods, instrumentation, and theoretical concepts, equip students with the expertise needed to tackle complex analytical challenges in diverse scientific and industrial settings and prepare them for advanced methods in the Mastery components of the Master of Chemistry.

 

 

Summary

Unit name	Advanced Analytical Techniques
Unit code	KRA544
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering School of Natural Sciences
Discipline	Chemistry
Coordinator	Professor Michael Breadmore
Delivered By
Level	Postgraduate

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	5/7/2026	27/7/2026	30/8/2026	24/10/2026

* 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 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Differentiate separation mechanisms in analytical methods by evaluating theoretical and experimental data.
• Select and justify the suitability of analytical techniques to analyse a range of molecules.
• Apply advanced analytical chemistry laboratory techniques independently and safely.
• Collect and organise experimental data to evaluate results.
• Communicate experimental outcomes in a professional manner.
• Analyse and differentiate between obtaining chemical knowledge in an academic environment and industrial settings

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	$1,192.00	$1,192.00	not applicable	$3,283.00

• 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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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.

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Requisites

Mutual Exclusions

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

KRA344

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	Teaching activities will include weekly face-to-face workshops (12 x 2 hrs) and laboratory sessions (10 x 4 hrs). Prior to each workshop, recorded content and reading material will be delivered through MyLO (approximately 40 hrs) that will serve as a basis for clarification, expansion and extensions through discussion and problem solving.
Assessment	Assignment 1 (10%)|Assignment 2 (10%)|Exam (40%)|Laboratory (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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