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CHEM 1521 - Foundations of Chemistry IB (Vet Bioscience)

Career: Undergraduate
Units: 3
Term: 4220
Campus: North Terrace
Contact: Up to 7 hours per week
Restriction: Available to BSc (Veterinary Bioscience) students only. Not available to students with SACE Stage 2 Chemistry Subject Achievement Grade of C+ or greater, or equivalent.
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange: No
Available for Non-Award Study: No
Assumed Knowledge: CHEM 1511
Incompatible: CHEM 1200, CHEM 1201 & CHEM 1520
Assessment: Exam, online summative work, practical work, lecture tests
Syllabus:

The knowledge and skills acquired in Foundations of Chemistry IB provide a strong foundation for future studies in chemistry and chemistry-related fields, including biological and environmental sciences, healthcare and engineering. It provides students with a strong foundation for pursuing careers in research or industry, where their understanding of chemical principles and laboratory techniques will be highly valued. Foundations of Chemistry IB course is designed for students seeking a solid foundation in chemistry, whether as a core requirement or a general elective. It accommodates students from various academic programs who are eager to develop a thorough understanding of chemical principles and their real-world applications. The course content is designed to build upon the knowledge gained in Foundations of Chemistry IA. Upon completion of Foundations of Chemistry IB, students will understand redox processes and their application to batteries. Students will gain an understanding of chemical thermodynamics and reaction kinetics and their importance in various scientific fields. In addition, students will develop their knowledge of organic compounds and their importance in materials, medicine and biological processes. Face-to-face on-campus delivery provides opportunities for interactive lectures, hands-on laboratory experiments, and engaging discussions. Collaborative discussions, group work, and problem-solving exercises in workshops will enhance their understanding of key topics and foster a sense of teamwork. Assessments activities may include quizzes, laboratory reports, assignments, and examinations. By successfully completing these assessments, students will demonstrate their ability to apply chemical knowledge to solve problems and communicate scientific ideas effectively.

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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
4220 Mon 08/08/2022 Wed 17/08/2022 Fri 16/09/2022 Fri 28/10/2022


Class Details

Enrolment Class: Lecture
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
24852 LE01 30 17 25 Jul - 12 Sep Monday 10am - 11am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
27 Jul - 14 Sep Wednesday 9am - 10am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
29 Jul - 16 Sep Friday 10am - 11am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
5 Oct - 26 Oct Wednesday 9am - 10am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
7 Oct - 28 Oct Friday 10am - 11am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
10 Oct - 24 Oct Monday 10am - 11am The Braggs, G60, Bragg Lecture Theatre
Related Class: Practical
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
21837 PR03 15 7 9 Aug - 9 Aug Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
23 Aug - 23 Aug Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
6 Sep - 6 Sep Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
4 Oct - 4 Oct Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
18 Oct - 18 Oct Tuesday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
29805 PR15 15 12 12 Aug - 12 Aug Friday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
26 Aug - 26 Aug Friday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
9 Sep - 9 Sep Friday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
7 Oct - 7 Oct Friday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
21 Oct - 21 Oct Friday 2pm - 5pm Johnson, 106, Laboratory
29895 PR20 0 FULL 24 Aug - 24 Aug Wednesday 2pm - 3pm MyUni, OL, Online Class
7 Sep - 7 Sep Wednesday 2pm - 3pm MyUni, OL, Online Class
19 Oct - 19 Oct Wednesday 2pm - 3pm MyUni, OL, Online Class
Note: This class is for remote students only. Pracs will need to be completed at a later date in consultation with the course coordinator. The pracs need to be completed to be able to pass the course. Please fill out https://set.adelaide.edu.au/student-support/forms-policies/course-or-class-full-resolution-form to request to enrol in this class.
Related Class: Workshop
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
23795 WR16 12 9 5 Aug - 16 Sep Friday 1pm - 2pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
7 Oct - 4 Nov Friday 1pm - 2pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
25037 WR02 15 8 2 Aug - 13 Sep Tuesday 1pm - 2pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
4 Oct - 25 Oct Tuesday 1pm - 2pm Badger, LG17, Teaching Room
29890 WR20 0 FULL 3 Aug - 14 Sep Wednesday 3pm - 4pm MyUni, OL, Online Class
5 Oct - 26 Oct Wednesday 3pm - 4pm MyUni, OL, Online Class
Note: This class is for remote students only. Please fill out https://set.adelaide.edu.au/student-support/forms-policies/course-or-class-full-resolution-form to request to enrol in this class.