CHM1051 Chemistry 1 advanced
Faculty of Science
CHM1051 Chemistry 1 advanced is a level 1, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2020 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton and Malaysia. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 8 units, leading on to 29 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2020
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Clayton, Malaysia
- Assessment
- Exam 55%
- and 2 other tasks
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before CHM1051
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After CHM1051
8 units list CHM1051 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
- BTH2741BiochemistryNo reviews yet
- BTH2752Cellular metabolismNo reviews yet
- CHE3171Bioprocess technologyNo reviews yet
- CHE4171Biochemical engineeringNo reviews yet
- CHM1052Chemistry 2 advancedNo reviews yet
- CHM2911Inorganic and organic chemistryNo reviews yet
- CHM2922Spectroscopy and analytical chemistryNo reviews yet
- CHM2990Introductory chemical research projectNo reviews yet
Enrolment rules
PREREQUISITE: VCE Units 3 and 4 Chemistry (raw study score >=37) Or ATAR >=90
PROHIBITION: CHM1011, CHM1031
Overview
This unit has been designed for students who have demonstrated a strong aptitude for chemistry during secondary studies. On completion of this unit, you will be able to apply their understanding of the main chemical principles underpinning chemical elements, chemical reactivity and equilibria. A number of important topics including atomic structure, bonding and reaction stoichiometry will be developed to prepare students for a deeper exploration of chemistry. The concepts developed within the workshops are complemented through an extended 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 period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
| First semester | Malaysia | On campus |
| Second semester | Malaysia | On campus |
| October intake teaching period, Malaysia campus | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Laboratory-based assessmentThreshold hurdle35%
- Online assessment10%
- Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)Threshold hurdle55%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Discuss the major trends that construct the periodic table of elements;
- 2
Interpret the relationships between electronic structure and bonding;
- 3
Apply the theories of thermodynamics, dynamic equilibria and chemical kinetics;
- 4
Recognise factors which impart polarity on molecules;
- 5
Foster the acquisition of practical skills by exploiting an inquiry-based approach to the chemistry laboratory experience;
- 6
Formulate hypotheses and design chemical experiments to synthesise and collect unique data using a range of sophisticated apparatus and technologies;
- 7
Apply recognised methods for interpreting chemical data;
- 8
Communicate chemistry, and discuss the social and environmental responsibility of chemists in the global community.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops12 hours
- Lectures24 hours
- Laboratories32 hours
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
- Teaching approachOnline learning
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Equivalent of two 1-hour online lectures
- Directed independent study
- One 4-hour laboratory
Problem-based learning will be explored in the laboratory exercises through theoretical concepts and will enable the development of relevant observation and descriptive skills, as well as communication skills.
Online learning will be used to illustrate and explain concepts and to highlight links between theory and laboratory work.
Active learning will occur in workshops and lab sessions.
Learning resources
Required resources
Laboratory safety glasses
Lab coat
Closed toe footwear
Notebook for taking lab notes
Recommended resources
Chemistry, 4th Ed., Blackman et al. John Wiley & Sons
Where it fits
CHM1051 is part of 10 areas of study in the 2020 handbook.
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- BIOCHEM02Level 1 unitsBiochemistryNo reviews yet
- BIOCHEM05Level 1 unitsBiochemistryNo reviews yet
- CHEMSTRY01Level 1 advanced chemistry unitsChemistryNo reviews yet
- CHEMSTRY02Advanced level 1 chemistry unitsChemistryNo reviews yet
- CHEMSTRY03Level 1 advanced chemistry unitsChemistryNo reviews yet
- MMEDCHEM01CoreMedicinal chemistryNo reviews yet
- PHYSIOL05Level 1 unitsPhysiologyNo reviews yet
- PHYSIOL06Level 1 unitsPhysiologyNo reviews yet
- TRENVBIO03CoreTropical environmental biologyNo reviews yet
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Sara Kyne
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Sara Kyne
- Dr Cheow Yuen Lin
- Dr Irene Ling
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for CHM1051?
CHM1051 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after CHM1051?
CHM1051 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 8 units, including BTH2741, BTH2752, CHE3171, CHE4171, CHM1052 and CHM2911. Those lead on to 29 units in all.
When is CHM1051 offered?
In 2020, CHM1051 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton and Malaysia.
Does CHM1051 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 55% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include CHM1051?
CHM1051 is part of Applied microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Medicinal chemistry and Physiology, and 1 other area of study.