CHE2120 Chemistry 2

Subject Cat-nbr Class Term Mode Description Units Campus
CHE 2120 75445 1, 2008 ONC Chemistry 2 1.00 Toowoomba

Academic group: FOSCI
Academic org: FOS002
Student contribution band: 2
ASCED code: 010599


Contents



STAFFING

Examiner: Lisa Reardon



REQUISITES

Pre-Requisite: CHE1110 and Students must be enrolled in the following Program: ABMS



RATIONALE

This course provides students with the basic principles and skills of physical, inorganic and organic chemistry as they relate to the study of Biology and Chemistry. The course builds upon the material covered in Chemistry 1 (CHE1110) and is essential for further studies in Biology and Chemistry.




SYNOPSIS

This course addresses the important basic principles and concepts of physical, inorganic and organic chemistry. The course covers basic thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, equilibria, colligative properties, organic functional groups, IUPAC naming, basic stereochemistry, and simple reactions. This course has a compulsory residential school held during the September break period.




OBJECTIVES

On successful completion of this course students will be able to:

1.
apply the basic principles of thermodynamics, reaction rates and colligative properties; (restricted test)
2.
describe the chemistry of metallo-organic molecules; (restricted test)
3.
apply the basic principles of stereochemistry and chirality in organic chemistry; (restricted exam)
4.
demonstrate an understanding of the organisation of organic functional groups; (restricted exam)
5.
describe simple organic reactions and functional group interconversions; (restricted exam)
6.
utilize appropriate laboratory techniques in basic organic, inorganic and physical chemistry. (Laboratory)



TOPICS


Description Weighting (%)
1. Physical Chemistry - thermodynamics; reaction Rates/Kinetics; equilibria; colligative properties. Inorganic chemistry - metallo-organic compounds; coordination complexes; oxidation states; - naming and stereochemistry.
45.00
2. Organic Chemistry - naming of simple organic compounds; stereochemistry and chirality and their implications; functional groups and their interconversions.
45.00
3. Laboratory Practical classes will give students a practical understanding of the concepts within the lectures. At the conclusion of the practical, students will: - demonstrate an understanding of the need for laboratory safety and safe work habits; show mastery of basic laboratory skills; and have become familiar with the use of some common pieces of laboratory equipment.
10.00


TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed

ALL textbooks and materials are available for purchase from USQ BOOKSHOP (unless otherwise stated). Orders may be placed via secure internet, free fax 1800642453, phone 07 46312742 (within Australia), or mail. Overseas students should fax +61 7 46311743, or phone +61 7 46312742. For costs, further details, and internet ordering, use the 'Textbook Search' facility at http://bookshop.usq.edu.au click 'Semester', then enter your 'Course Code' (no spaces).

Chemistry 2 practical manual, USQ Publication, Toowoomba.

Ebbing, DD & Gammon, SD 2005, General chemistry and solutions manual, 8th edn, Houghton and Mifflin Co, Boston.

McMurry, J 2007, Organic chemistry, 7th edn, Brooks/Cole, Pacific Grove.

McMurry, J 2007, Study guide and solutions manual for organic chemistry, 7th edn, Brooks/Cole, California.




REFERENCE MATERIALS

Reference materials are materials that, if accessed by students, may improve their knowledge and understanding of the material in the course and enrich their learning experience.

Aylward, G & Findlay, T 2002, SI chemical data, 5th edn, John Wiley & Sons, New York.

Ebbing, DD & Gammon, SD 2005, General chemistry & solution manual, 8th edn, Houghton Mifflin, Boston, MA, ISBN: 04 708 075 39.

Hughes, KJ 1999, Study guide for Umland/Bellamas general chemistry, 3rd edn, Brooks/Cole, Pacific Grove.

Umland, JB & Bellama, JM 1999, General chemistry, 3rd edn, Brooks/Cole, Pacific Grove.

Yates, P 1997, Chemical calculations, Blackie Academic and Professional, London.




STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS

ACTIVITY HOURS
Examinations 4.00
Laboratory or Practical Classes 24.00
Lectures 26.00
Private Study 70.00
Report Writing 30.00
Tutorials 13.00



ASSESSMENT DETAILS

Description Marks out of Wtg(%) Due date Notes
LABORATORY REPORTS 1.00 10.00 03 Mar 2008 (see note 1)
SEE NOTE BELOW 0.00 0.00 03 Mar 2008 (see note 2)
1.5 HR RESTRICTED TEST TOPIC 1 45.00 45.00 25 Mar 2008  
1.5 HR RESTRICTED TEST TOPIC 2 45.00 45.00 10 Jun 2008  
NOTES
1.
Examiner will inform students of due date for Laboratory Reports.
2.
This item is for administration purposes only.


IMPORTANT ASSESSMENT INFORMATION

  1. Attendance requirements:
    It is the students' responsibility to attend and participate appropriately in all activities (such as lectures, tutorials, laboratories and practical work) scheduled for them, and to study all material provided to them or required to be accessed by them to maximize their chance of meeting the objectives of the course and to be informed of course-related activities and administration. To maximize their chances of satisfying the objectives of the practical component of the course, students should attend and actively participate in the laboratory sessions in the course.
  2. Requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily:
    To complete the practical component satisfactorily, students must submit all nominated practical reports and obtain a passing grade (mark of 1) overall for the lab component. To complete the examination and test satisfactorily, students must obtain at least 50% of the marks available for the examination and test.
  3. Penalties for late submission of required work:
    If students submit assignments after the due date without prior approval then a penalty of 10% of the total marks available for the assignment will apply for each working day late.
  4. Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
    To be assured of receiving a passing grade a student must achieve at least 50% of the total weighted marks available for the course.
  5. Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
    The final grades for students will be assigned on the basis of the weighted aggregate of the marks obtained for each of the summative assessment items in the course.
  6. Examination information:
    There is no examination in this course.
  7. Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
    As there are no examinations in this course, there will be no deferred or supplementary examinations.
  8. University Regulations:
    Students should read USQ Regulations 5.1 Definitions, 5.6. Assessment, and 5.10 Academic Misconduct for further information and to avoid actions which might contravene University Regulations. These regulations can be found at the URL http://www.usq.edu.au/corporateservices/calendar/part5.htm or in the current USQ Handbook.

ASSESSMENT NOTES

9. In order to attend laboratory classes, students must provide and wear appropriate personal protective equipment. This shall include a laboratory coat, closed in shoes, and safety glasses. Such equipment must be approved by supervising staff. Failure to provide and wear the appropriate safety equipment will result in students being excluded from classes.
10. Students who do not perform satisfactorily in an examination, may, at the discretion of the examiner, be granted a supplementary examination. Students will be granted a deferred examination only if they perform satisfactorily in all other assessment items.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  1. It is expected that students in this course have access to a computer with internet capabilities for accessing relevant course materials as they become available. The system used should be able to handle files generated as pdf's, powerpoint or word. Additional useful freeware software that my be beneficial yet not a formal requirement may be discussed during class.


This version produced 28 Aug 2009.