Fundamentals of Chemistry 1A - CHEM1001 |
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This unit of study is designed for those that
have not studied chemistry at HSC level. There is no assumed prior knowledge
in chemistry, however you are encouraged to undertake the bridging
course to familiarise yourself with the 'language of chemistry'. The
unit offers students an integrated approach to the composition of matter,
the shapes of molecules, and the physical and chemical processes that occur
in chemistry. The emphasis is on the molecular basis of materials and transformations
relevant to everyday experience. The concepts covered in lectures will be
illustrated by work conducted in the laboratories. The laboratory classes
also teach some standard research techniques and experimental methodology.
The unit includes the opportunity to use computer-aided
instruction both on and off campus via the web. The unit carries a credit
point value of 6 and consists of approximately 80 hours of teaching. It
contains some continuous assessment and concludes with an examination.
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Aims and Goals |
This unit of study will emphasise the principles of the subject. Examples of applications of those principles will be drawn as far as possible from everyday experiences. The unit will provide students with the background necessary to understand the molecular basis of materials and transformations. It will enable students to understand the chemical interactions that underlie the properties of materials and provide a solid grounding in Physical and General Chemistry. |
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Syllabus |
A summary of the syllabus is available here. Note the order in which the topics are presented may be varied by the lecturer. |
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Learner Preparation |
No previous knowledge of chemistry is assumed however you are strongly advised to undertake the chemistry bridging course held in February. |
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Learning Situations |
The learning situations of CHEM1001:
Additional help may be sought from the Duty
Tutor, located at the back of Lab B of the Chemistry School available
between 1 pm and 2 pm Tuesdays to Fridays from week 2 throughout the semester
or by e-mail to dutytutor@chem.usyd.edu.au . All
Chemistry School lecturers are available for consultation by appointment. |
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Learning Commitments and Contact |
CHEM1001 is comprised of three 1 hour lectures each week, one 1 hour tutorial each week and ten 3 hour laboratory sessions over the course of the semester. There are assignments based on problem solving and exercises relating to the practical component of the course to be completed weekly in your own time. Students are required to attend all classes. Timetable information may be found here. A Study Program incorporating adequate time for the following tasks is strongly advised. This should allow time for:
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Student Learning Outcomes |
By the end of this unit of study, students will:
Students will be able to demonstrate these outcomes in the following assessment items. |
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Assessment |
The program of assessment is as follows (with percentage of the overall total mark in brackets):
Special Consideration: You may apply for Special Consideration (which is not granted routinely) if you miss a laboratory session, tutorial quiz or examination, or if your performance in an exam is adversely affected by illness or special circumstances. Regardless of what faculty you are enrolled in, go to the Faculty of Science website, http://www.science.usyd.edu.au, click on the link to "Special Consideration", and follow the procedures outlined. Application for special consideration must be submitted within seven (7) days of the assessment affected. If you are prevented from doing this by, for example, hospitalisation, you should contact the Faculty office immediately upon your return to University. Your preferred option should be to catch up on missed assessable work as the School of Chemistry offers many opportunities to do this - see Sophie at the Enquiry Office. Supplementary examinations: Students who miss the end of semester examination because of illness or misadventure or whose performance in the exam has been severely affected by illness or personal circumstances may be granted a supplementary examination. These examinations will be held in Laboratory A at 10.00 a.m. on: Semester 1: Monday 3rd July and Semester 2: Monday 20th November NOTE WELL: If you apply for Special Consideration for an examination, you are applying to resit the examination. We will NOT "just give you a couple of extra marks". If Special Consideration is granted, you will be obliged to attend the supplementary examination - your original paper will be considered null and void.
All grades (High Distinction 85% and above, Distinction 75-84%, Credit 65-74%, Pass 50-64% and Fail <50%) are available in this unit of study. |
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Textbooks |
The recommended text is
There are many other good Chemistry text books and specific advice on the suitability of a text that you may already possess may be obtained from your lecturer.
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