Course duration

This course runs over course, commencing in Trimester 1, 2015.

Course description

Chemistry provides the experimental and theoretical basis for understanding the structure and function of all forms of matter. This course introduces students to the basic principles, processes and skills of physical, inorganic and organic chemistry. It has been designed to help students understand how chemical principles and concepts are developed and to assist with their entry into further studies in chemistry or other courses of study with a significant chemistry content. On completion of this program students should be able to: ¿ Understand how atoms are the fundamental building blocks of matter ¿ Understand key chemical reactions and concepts ¿ Demonstrate their ability to perform chemical calculations ¿ Perform chemical experiments safely and competently and ¿ Demonstrate proficiency and safety in the use of laboratory equipment Students commencing in trimester 1 enrol in CHEM1500E for 2 consecutive trimesters. Students commencing in trimester 2 enrol in CHEM1501E for 2 consecutive trimesters.

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