University Course Planner The University of Adelaide Australia

CHEM 1101 - Foundations of Chemistry IA

Career: Undergraduate
Units: 3
Term: 3610
Campus: North Terrace
Contact: Up to 7 hours per week
Restriction: Not available to students with SACE Stage 2 Chemistry Subject Achievement Grade of C+ or greater, or equivalent.
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange: Yes
Available for Non-Award Study: Yes
Incompatible: CHEM 1100, CHEM 1510 & CHEM 1511
Assessment: Exam, practical work, online summative work, lecture tests
Syllabus:

The knowledge and skills acquired in Foundations of Chemistry IA provide a strong foundation for future studies in chemistry and chemistry-related fields, including biological and environmental sciences, healthcare and engineering. Whether pursuing careers in research or industry, students will gain the necessary tools to excel and make valuable contributions in their chosen paths. Foundations of Chemistry IA is designed for students seeking a solid foundation in chemistry, whether they are pursuing it as a core requirement or a general elective. It welcomes students from various academic programs who are eager to develop a solid grasp of chemical concepts and their real-world applications. The course content is designed for students with limited background in chemistry. Upon successful completion of Foundations of Chemistry IA, students will be able to identify different states of matter, trends of the periodic table, and molecular shape, and draw conclusions about physical and chemical properties. Students will be able to perform basic chemical calculations and balance chemical equations. In addition, they will develop an understanding of acids and bases and chemical equilibrium and their importance in various scientific fields. Face-to-face on-campus delivery provides opportunities for interactive lectures, hands-on laboratory experiments, and engaging discussions. Students will explore scientific methodology and collaborative work, develop critical thinking skills and enhance their problem-solving abilities. In the laboratory, they will gain proficiency in common chemistry techniques and reinforce theoretical concepts. Assessment activities may include quizzes, laboratory reports, assignments, and examinations. By successfully completing these assessments, students will demonstrate their ability to apply chemical concepts to real-world scenarios and solve problems.

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Units
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3
0.125
          
  


Course Outline

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Critical Dates

Term Last Day to Add Online Census Date Last Day to WNF Last Day to WF
3610 Mon 14/03/2016 Thu 31/03/2016 Fri 06/05/2016 Fri 10/06/2016


Class Details

Enrolment Class: Lecture
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
14477 LE01 300 FULL 29 Feb - 4 Apr Monday 10am - 11am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
1 Mar - 5 Apr Tuesday 11am - 12pm The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
2 Mar - 6 Apr Wednesday 9am - 10am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
25 Apr - 6 Jun Monday 10am - 11am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
26 Apr - 7 Jun Tuesday 11am - 12pm The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
27 Apr - 8 Jun Wednesday 9am - 10am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
Note: Experiment allocations and group setups have now been started (as of 8/3/16) so if you wish to enrol in this course please email wayne.england@adelaide.edu.au so that we can give you information about the allocations.
19221 LEC0 100 4 This class does not have any timetabled face-to-face sessions. Please check MyUni or contact your Course Coordinator for details.
Note: Enrol in this class if you do not wish to attend the lectures. The lecture recordings will be placed online each day AFTER the morning lecture has been held. Be aware that there are two lecture tests during the semester that you may wish to attend.
Related Class: Workshop
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
10287 WR10 48 2 11 Mar - 8 Apr Friday 11am - 12pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
29 Apr - 10 Jun Friday 11am - 12pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
13348 WR01 48 1 8 Mar - 5 Apr Tuesday 1pm - 2pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
26 Apr - 7 Jun Tuesday 1pm - 2pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
13349 WR02 48 8 8 Mar - 5 Apr Tuesday 2pm - 3pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
26 Apr - 7 Jun Tuesday 2pm - 3pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
13350 WR03 48 15 8 Mar - 5 Apr Tuesday 4pm - 5pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
26 Apr - 7 Jun Tuesday 4pm - 5pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
13351 WR04 48 2 9 Mar - 6 Apr Wednesday 1pm - 2pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
27 Apr - 8 Jun Wednesday 1pm - 2pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
13352 WR05 48 1 9 Mar - 6 Apr Wednesday 2pm - 3pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
27 Apr - 8 Jun Wednesday 2pm - 3pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
13353 WR06 48 1 9 Mar - 6 Apr Wednesday 10am - 11am Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
27 Apr - 8 Jun Wednesday 10am - 11am Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
13354 WR07 48 30 10 Mar - 7 Apr Thursday 11am - 12pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
28 Apr - 9 Jun Thursday 11am - 12pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
13355 WR08 44 7 10 Mar - 7 Apr Thursday 1pm - 2pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
28 Apr - 9 Jun Thursday 1pm - 2pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
13356 WR09 48 4 11 Mar - 8 Apr Friday 1pm - 2pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
29 Apr - 10 Jun Friday 1pm - 2pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
Related Class: Practical
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
10924 PR06 75 11 17 Mar - 17 Mar Thursday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
31 Mar - 31 Mar Thursday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
28 Apr - 28 Apr Thursday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
12 May - 12 May Thursday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
26 May - 26 May Thursday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
14451 PR07 48 14 18 Mar - 18 Mar Friday 9am - 12pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
1 Apr - 1 Apr Friday 9am - 12pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
29 Apr - 29 Apr Friday 9am - 12pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
13 May - 13 May Friday 9am - 12pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
27 May - 27 May Friday 9am - 12pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
14479 PR02 71 5 15 Mar - 15 Mar Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
29 Mar - 29 Mar Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
26 Apr - 26 Apr Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
10 May - 10 May Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
24 May - 24 May Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
14480 PR03 75 6 16 Mar - 16 Mar Wednesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
30 Mar - 30 Mar Wednesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
27 Apr - 27 Apr Wednesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
11 May - 11 May Wednesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
25 May - 25 May Wednesday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
14481 PR04 72 2 16 Mar - 16 Mar Wednesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
30 Mar - 30 Mar Wednesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
27 Apr - 27 Apr Wednesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
11 May - 11 May Wednesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
25 May - 25 May Wednesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
14482 PR05 70 12 17 Mar - 17 Mar Thursday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
31 Mar - 31 Mar Thursday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
28 Apr - 28 Apr Thursday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
12 May - 12 May Thursday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
26 May - 26 May Thursday 10am - 1pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
14678 PR08 48 4 18 Mar - 18 Mar Friday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
1 Apr - 1 Apr Friday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
29 Apr - 29 Apr Friday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
13 May - 13 May Friday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
27 May - 27 May Friday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory