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Unit Overview
- Description
This unit builds the depth and breadth of student knowledge and understanding of important aspects of chemical science. Broadly, content coverage may include:
1. an introduction to a subject that is not covered in detail in the undergraduate BSc major, or
2. a more advanced treatment of a core chemistry concept.
At least four topics will be explored, each over three contact hours, in the form of lectures and/or workshops. In addition, reading and workshop questions may be assigned as preparation for assessments. The choice of topics is dependent on staff availability, but may include: properties and applications of ionic liquids, natural products chemistry (secondary metabolites), chemical biology, chemical ecology, how drugs work, advanced covalent bonding, energy and environmental catalysis.
During workshops (4 x 1 hour) following each topic, students will be assessed via topic related quizzes. Students will also develop and present a short lecture on an aspect of one of the topics through independent readings, in consultation with the academic staff member in charge of the topic. The lecture highlights the research that has led to our current understanding of the topic. The main academic objective is for students to gain an understanding and an appreciation of how the knowledge in a field of chemistry progresses. Students' abilities in critical thinking, data analysis, and interpretation of results are extended. They also broaden their knowledge base and gain experience in presenting material unrelated to their research project.
- Credit
- 6 points
- Offering
(see Timetable) Availability Location Mode Semester 1 UWA (Perth) On-campus -
The timetable for this teaching period is not currently available. Please see the Important Dates page for the timetable release date and other key date information.
- Details for undergraduate courses
- Level 4 elective
- Honours core unit in Chemistry [Bachelor of Science (Honours)]
- Outcomes
Students are able to (1) demonstrate comprehensive understanding of theoretical principles and experimental approaches in chemistry; (2) recognise the critical importance of fundamental chemistry to real-world applications that benefit humanity and the environment; and (3) synthesise scientific information effectively, apply critical thinking to complex chemical problems, analyse data using appropriate methodologies, and interpret results in the context of current scientific literature.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) oral presentation and (2) quizzes. Further information is available in the unit outline.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Professor Rob Atkin
- Unit rules
- Prerequisites
- Enrolment in
- Advisable prior study
- undergraduate major in Chemistry
- Contact hours
- Lectures and workshops: 16 hours
Presentation sessions: approx. 6 hours (depending on number of students)
consultation with academic staff during presentation
planning approx. 0.5 hours. Please note: Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
- Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.