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Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) | 2020
Chemistry is the study of the molecular nature of all matter and its interactions. The relationship between molecular structures and their properties and reactivity give chemistry an essential, central position in science and technology. Chemistry is central to making new medicines, developing new materials and fuels as well as understanding biological processes at the molecular scale. It also plays a critical role in ensuring we have clean air and water through the study of environmental chemistry and the development of green chemical manufacturing processes.
At UOW you will study the fundamentals of Chemistry with an emphasis on molecular structure and activity across the areas of physical, analytical, medicinal, biological and synthetic chemistry in our state-of-the-art laboratories. The combination of practical laboratory skills and conceptual skills gained will give you transferable skills across a number of disciplines and career areas, including the pharmaceutical/biotech industry, management and public policy. The degree will provide you a deep understanding of chemical processes intrinsic to biological processes, atmospheric and environmental chemistry, and the structure and function of pharmaceuticals.
Major Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this major, students will be able to:
| MLO | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Demonstrate extensive and coherent knowledge of the principles and concepts associated with chemistry | ||||||
| 2 | Demonstrate technical and cognitive skills associated with chemistry by locating, analysing and synthesising information to generate solutions to complex questions and problems | ||||||
| 3 | Exercise critical analysis of observations and data from primary and secondary sources | ||||||
| 4 | Communicate knowledge and ideas clearly and coherently to others through a variety of media | ||||||
| 5 | Apply chemical concepts to problems that extend beyond the discipline, identifying the relevance of chemistry to wider scientific endeavours | ||||||
| 6 | Demonstrate a capacity for working independently as well as in a team environment in a science context | ||||||
| 7 | Uphold principles of safe work and ethical behaviour in both professional practice and wider society | ||||||
Course Structure
The below structure is only available to students completing a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Bachelor of Science (Chemistry). To qualify for award of the degree, the Bachelor of Science (Chemistry), a candidate must successfully complete 72 credit points of core subjects outlined below.
Note:
- students required to complete MATH151 and/or CHEM106 are required to complete additional credit points, which may extend the duration of your degree
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Autumn | |||
| MATH151 | General Mathematics 1A | 6 | Autumn, Summer 2020/2021 |
| *MATH151 MUST be completed by all students who have note completed NSW HSC Mathematics or equivalent at Band 4 or higher | |||
| Select ONE of the following two subjects: Note: Students who have achieved a mark of 65% or more in NSW HSC Chemistry (or equivalent) must select CHEM101 in Autumn and CHEM102 in Spring. All other students must select CHEM104 in Autumn and CHEM105 in Spring. | |||
| CHEM101 | Chemistry IA: Introductory Physical and General Chemistry | 6 | Autumn |
| CHEM104 | Foundation Chemistry: Properties of Matter | 6 | Autumn |
| Year 1 Spring | |||
| BIOL103 | Molecules, Cells and Organisms | 6 | Spring |
| Select ONE of the following two subjects: | |||
| CHEM102 | Chemistry 1B: Structure and Reactivity of Molecules for Life | 6 | Spring |
| CHEM105 | Foundation Chemistry: Reactions and Structures | 6 | Spring |
| Note: Students who have completed CHEM104 and CHEM105 must also complete CHEM106 in order to enrol in CHEM211, CHEM212 and CHEM213 | |||
| CHEM106 | Foundation Chemistry: Properties and Reactivity of Matter | 6 | Summer 2020/2021 |
| *Note: Students should meet the minimum mathematics requirement before enrolling in CHEM213 - Molecular Structure, Reactivity and Change and/or CHEM214 - Analytical and Environmental Chemistry II | |||
| Year 2 Autumn | |||
| CHEM211 | Inorganic Chemistry II | 6 | Autumn |
| CHEM212 | Organic Chemistry II | 6 | Autumn |
| Year 2 Spring | |||
| CHEM213 | Molecular Structure, Reactivity and Change | 6 | Spring |
| CHEM214 | Analytical and Environmental Chemistry | 6 | Spring |
| Year 3 Autumn | |||
| CHEM324 | Chemical Analysis and Inference | 6 | Autumn |
| CHEM374 | Molecular Spectroscopy and Structure Elucidation | 6 | Autumn |
| Year 3 Spring | |||
| CHEM370 | Modern Inorganic and Bio-inorganic Chemistry | 6 | Spring |
| CHEM360 | Organic Synthesis III | 6 | Spring |
Other Information
For further information please email: smah-students@uow.edu.au