Applied chemistry
BS BC BP
Associate Professor Ray Hodges
6 points * First semester * 4 hours of lectures, 4 hours of laboratory work per week * Gippsland * Prerequisites: GAS2272 or GAS2281
Renewable and non-renewable resources are discussed from both an industry and an analytical viewpoint. Topics covered include economic geology, mineral processing, Victorian fuel resources, catalytic hydroprocessing and water resources. The relevant instrumental techniques, such as AA, UV, XRF and ICP-OES, together with sample preparation are discussed in detail in relation to industrial requirements. The subject is taught by lectures, practical work and excursions, supplemented by films, slides and overhead transparencies etc.
Assessment
Progressive assessment: 30% * Final examination: 45% * Laboratory work: 20% * Field experience: 5%
Prescribed texts
Willard H and others Instrumental methods of analysis 7th edn, Wadsworth, 1988