UnitLevel 1Undergraduate

CHM1011 Chemistry 1

Faculty of Science

CHM1011 Chemistry 1 is a level 1, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2020 in Semester 1 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 9 units, leading on to 29 units in all.

Credit points
6
Offered in 2020
Semester 1
Clayton

This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.

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Requisites

Overview

This unit has been designed such that some previous understanding of chemistry is beneficial, but the unit is underpinned by a support structure for those who are relatively new to the subject. On completion of this unit, you will have gained an understanding of the main chemical principles underpining chemical element, chemical reactivity and equilibria.  A number of important topics including atomic structure, bonding and reaction stoichiometry will be introduced to prepare you for a deeper exploration of chemistry. The concepts developed within the workshops and tutorials are complemented through a laboratory program where you will have the opportunity to use a variety of analytical techniques and design your own experiments to solve a range of chemical problems.

Offerings in 2020

Teaching periodCampusMode
First semesterClaytonOn campus
First semester (Fully flex)ClaytonFlexible

Learning outcomes

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

  1. 1

    Discuss the major trend that construct the periodic table of elements;

  2. 2

    Interpret relationships between electronic structure and bonding;

  3. 3

    Apply the theories of thermodynamics, dynamic equilibria and chemical kinetics;

  4. 4

    Recognise factors which impart polarity molecules;

  5. 5

    Foster the acquisition of practical skills by exploiting an inquiry-based approach to the chemistry laboratory experience;

  6. 6

    Communicate chemistry, and discuss the social and environmental responsibility of chemists in the global community.

Workload and teaching

  • Two 1-hour workshops
  • One hour of directed independent study
  • One 1-hour tutorial
  • One 3-hour laboratory per week

Where it fits

CHM1011 is part of 9 areas of study in the 2020 handbook.

Contacts

Unit Coordinators
Dr Sara Kyne
Chief Examiners
Dr Sara Kyne

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for CHM1011?

CHM1011 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.

What can I take after CHM1011?

CHM1011 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 9 units, including BTH2741, BTH2752, CHE3171, CHE3172, CHE4171 and CHM1052. Those lead on to 29 units in all.

When is CHM1011 offered?

In 2020, CHM1011 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton.

Which majors and minors include CHM1011?

CHM1011 is part of Biochemistry, Chemical engineering, Chemistry, Environmental science and Physiology.

More details

Credit points
6
Level
1
Study level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Faculty of Science
Organisational unit
School of Chemistry
Type
Coursework
EFTSL
0.125
Student contribution
SCA Band 2
Study abroad
Not available