CHE1110 Chemistry 1

Contents

• Staffing
• Rationale
• Synopsis
• Objectives
• Topics
• Texts
• Reference materials
• Student workload
• Assessment details
• Important assessment information
• Assessment notes
• Other requirements
• Production date
• PDF version

STAFFING

RATIONALE

This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of Chemistry. It is designed to provide basic knowledge and understanding for students who are training in disciplines that require the support of Chemistry or its applications.

SYNOPSIS

Topics include atomic theory, formulae, valency, chemical equations, periodic table, chemical bonding and structure, chemical calculations, chemical reactions, acids and bases, pH buffers and redox reactions. This course involves a compulsory Residential School.

OBJECTIVES

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

1.

demonstrate an understanding of the chemical and physical principles involved in the application of chemistry in the laboratory, in the community and in industry (Quizzes, Mid-semester test, Laboratory Reports, End-semester exam);

2.

demonstrate the basic knowledge of chemistry and associated calculations which are needed for higher level courses in related discipline areas (Quizzes, Mid-semester test, Laboratory Reports, End-semester exam);

3.

demonstrate manipulative skills associated with the effective and safe use of chemical substances, associated chemical laboratory apparatus and equipment (Laboratory Reports);

4.

solve practical problems associated with the laboratory classes (Laboratory Reports); and

5.

demonstrate awareness of aspects associated with safe laboratory procedures and activities (Laboratory Reports).

TOPICS

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 1 Practical Manual, USQ Publication, Toowoomba.

Blackman, A, Bottle, SE, Schmid, S, Mocerino, M & Wille, U 2008, Chemistry, 1st edn, Wiley PLUS, Wiley & Sons.
(ISBN 9780470818510)

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, GH and Findlay, T 2002, SI chemical data, 5th edn, John Wiley & Sons, Brisbane.

Ebbing, DD & Cammon, SD 2005, General chemistry & solution manual, 8th edn, Houghton Mifflin Company, Boston.
(ISB 04 708 075 39)

STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS

ASSESSMENT DETAILS

NOTES

1.

Examiner will inform students of due date for Mid semester test.

2.

Examiner will inform students of due date for Laboratory reports.

3.

Examiner will inform students of due date for Quizzes.

4.

Examination dates will be available during the Semester. Please refer to the examination timetable when published.

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 maximise 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 each of the assessment items satisfactorily, students must obtain at least 50% of the marks available for each assessment item. (Depending upon the requirements in Statement 4 below, students may not have to satisfactorily complete each assessment item to receive a passing grade in this course).
3. Penalties for late submission of required work:
   If students submit assignments after the due date without (prior) approval of the examiner then a penalty of 5% of the total marks gained by the student for the assignment may apply for each working day late up to ten working days at which time a mark of zero may be recorded. No assignments will be accepted after model answers have been posted.
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 aggregate of the weighted marks obtained for each of the summative assessment items in the course.
6. Examination information:
   Candidates are allowed access only to specific materials during a Restricted Examination. The only materials that candidates may use in the restricted examination for this course are: writing materials (non-electronic and free from material which could give the student an unfair advantage in the examination); calculators which cannot hold textual information (students must indicate on their examination paper the make and model of any calculator(s) they use during the examination).
7. Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
   Any Deferred or Supplementary examinations for this course will be held during the next examination period.
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

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

1. Students will require regular access to the Internet for this course.

This version produced 11 Dec 2009.