UnitLevel 1Undergraduate

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

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 periodCampusMode
First semesterClaytonOn campus
First semesterMalaysiaOn campus
Second semesterMalaysiaOn campus
October intake teaching period, Malaysia campusMalaysiaOn campus

Assessment

  • Laboratory-based assessmentThreshold hurdle
    35%
  • Online assessment
    10%
  • Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)Threshold hurdle
    55%

Learning outcomes

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

  1. 1

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

  2. 2

    Interpret the 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 on molecules;

  5. 5

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

  6. 6

    Formulate hypotheses and design chemical experiments to synthesise and collect unique data using a range of sophisticated apparatus and technologies;

  7. 7

    Apply recognised methods for interpreting chemical data;

  8. 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.

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.

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