GCH5902 Research project in green chemistry part B
Faculty of Science
GCH5902 Research project in green chemistry part B is a level 5, 12-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Science, offered in 2020 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 12
- Offered in 2020
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Clayton
- Workload
- 288 hours
- per semester
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before GCH5902
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After GCH5902
No unit lists GCH5902 as a prerequisite in the 2020 handbook.
Enrolment rules
COREQUISITE: GCH5901 Research project in green chemistry part A (GCH5901 and GCH5902 can be taken in any sequence but must be taken in consecutive semesters)
PREREQUISITE: An average grade of 70% across Master core units (GCH5010, GCH5020, GCH5030) and approval from the School/Department where the research will be undertaken. You should complete Part B, preparatory studies in Chemistry, before taking this unit.
PROHIBITION: GCH5900, GCH5920, GCH5930, unless approved by the unit coordinator.
Overview
GCH5902 (12 credit points) in combination with GCH5901 (12 credit points) will allow you to undertake a major research project in green and sustainable chemistry over two consecutive semesters, during the advanced practical component of the course. A research thesis will enable you to consolidate the theoretical knowledge and analytical skills acquired during the Master course in a research context. The units will allow you to develop independent learning and research skills on a topic of your choice, related to the core and elective units offered in the course. The unit will primarily comprise independent research but includes some scheduled activities to enhance and develop transferable skills for success in research. You will be assessed primarily on the thesis submitted at the conclusion of the unit. You will be encouraged to link your research projects to industry and wider global issues, where innovative green chemistry approaches can lead to novel products and processes for the good of society. This research project experience represents a possible pathway to a PhD studies.
Offerings in 2020
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester (Fully flex) | Clayton | On campus |
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Critically analyse, evaluate and integrate research and other relevant literature;
- 2
Formulate a research hypothesis and effective objectives that can be addressed through appropriate research question;
- 3
Conceptualise, design and manage an independent research project;
- 4
Conduct independent and ethical research, applying sound principles of study design and appropriate data analysis methods;
- 5
Develop a sound and logical argument through correctly analysing, interpreting and presenting evidence to support or reject a research hypothesis;
- 6
Demonstrate advanced academic writing skills by producing a thesis and/or manuscripts appropriate for publication in the field of chemistry;
- 7
Clearly communicate the implications and applications of the research to the broader society.
Workload and teaching
The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 288 hours over the course of one semester.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Associate Professor Kellie Tuck
- Unit Coordinators
- Professor Antonio Patti
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for GCH5902?
GCH5902 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is GCH5902 offered?
In 2020, GCH5902 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton.
How much work is GCH5902?
The handbook expects about 288 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.