This unit will provide you with an understanding of the fundamental principles of chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, redox chemistry, equilibrium, pH, basic spectroscopy and organic reactions and mechanisms. You will learn about reactions and how they can be manipulated. You will be introduced to a range of chemical calculations involving rates, cell potentials, equilibrium constants, and pH, as well as techniques for analysing spectral data for chemical structure determination. This unit will provide a strong foundation for further studies in analytical and materials sciences, physical and organic chemistry. This unit has a compulsory residential school. These laboratory sessions will emphasise laboratory safety and compliance, and introduce you to skills relating to sample preparation, data collection, synthesis, spectroscopic analyses and report writing.

Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.

Feedback from SUTE

A student commented that this unit is great at delivering content in a way that is better understood than the textbooks themselves and is well supported with an online study mode. The student stated they would recommend this unit to anyone who wants to further their understanding of chemical reactions.

I recommend that the teaching team continues with its good efforts in learning, teaching, assessment to maintain positive feedback from our students.

Feedback from SUTE

Students commented that the staff were very patient, friendly, encouraging and showed great enthusiasm for the content during the residential school. The coordinator and lab techs were complimented on their skill, knowledgeable and assistance with both coursework and residential school tasks.

I recommend that the residential school staff and teaching team continues with their great support for our students during the residential school.

Feedback from SUTE

Students commented that the unit helped them to improve their understanding of chemistry accurately.

I recommend that the teaching team continue their teaching efforts and implement any further improvements in learning, teaching, assessment wherever possible.

Feedback from SUTE

Students suggested updating the laboratory manual for clearer instructions and calculations.

I recommend that the teaching team update the laboratory manual, incorporating simple language and providing clear requirements for calculations.