Research Methods Laboratory Practice unit (KRA712)

Hobart

Introduction

In this unit you will learn the practice of implementing a research project. This involves assessing the risks, resources, and timelines required to undertake a research project in either synthetic/materials OR analytical/environmental chemistry.  You will implement the project in the laboratory, collect data and present regular written and oral reports on your progress. This unit will equip you with the knowledge and skills required to undertake a larger independent research project. This is a core unit at Mastery level within the Master of Chemistry.

Summary

Unit name	Research Methods Laboratory Practice
Unit code	KRA712
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering School of Natural Sciences
Discipline	Chemistry
Coordinator	Doctor Estrella Sanz Rodriguez
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Postgraduate

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	Semester 1
Hobart	Semester 2

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 1	22/2/2026	16/3/2026	19/4/2026	13/6/2026
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).

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Learning Outcomes

• Manage risks and resources to implement a research project safely and ethically under guidance from academic staff.
• Design, document and critically evaluate an analytical/laboratory program to address research questions.
• Use chemical laboratory equipment and techniques to collect scientific data for a research project.

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
010500	$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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Requisites

Prerequisites

KRA521 and ((KRA531 and KRA541) OR (KRA532 and KRA544))

Co-requisites

KRA713

Teaching

Assessment	Resources Plan (10%)|Risk Assessment (20%)|Laboratory Work (30%)|Weekly Progress Report (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	n/a
Recommended	n/a

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