CHM2031

Chemical science

Mrs Nicola Williams

8 points - Four 1-hour lectures and one 4-hour laboratory per week - First semester - Clayton - Prerequisites: CHM1011 and CHM1022 or CHM1031 and CHM1042 - Prohibition: CHM2041, CHM2151, CHM2161, CHM2181 - CHM2031.08 = CHM2151.04 + CHM2181.04

Objectives At the completion of this subject students will be able to apply chemical principles to the solution of problems in biological fields; appreciate the relationship between chemistry and other subjects such as geology, physical geography, biochemistry, botany, zoology, microbiology and physiology; understand specific topics such as biochemical pathways, chemistry of drugs, bioorganic, bioinorganic and environmental chemistry; and master more advanced laboratory skills and techniques related to the subject.

Synopsis This subject is designed to extend a general knowledge of chemistry into biological chemistry, and is particularly suited to provide additional background for other major subjects in the biological areas, for example geology, physical geography, botany, zoology, microbiology, physiology etc. Units taught by different lecturers include biosynthetic pathways, chemistry of drugs, environmental chemistry of agriculture, waste disposal, industrial chemistry and the atmosphere, bioorganic and bioinorganic chemistry. The details of all units may be obtained from the department at enrolment. Practical work is an integral part of the subject. Some units may have a written assignment as part of their assessment.

Assessment Examinations (2x2.5) hours: 80% - Laboratory work: 20%

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