Chemistry

Major/Minor/Specialisation !105-AA-SPC+1003 (2010)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2010.

Year and Campus: 2010

Coordinator

The School of Chemistry
First Floor, Chemistry Building
University of Melbourne
Parkville Victoria 3052
Tel: +61 3 8344 6567
Fax: +61 3 9347 5180
Web: http://www.chemistry.unimelb.edu.au/

Contact

Arts & Music Student Centre

Overview:

The School of Chemistry in the Faculty of Science offers first-year chemistry, which may be taken as part of the pre-2008 Bachelor of Arts degree.

This subjects can be taken by students enrolled in the pre-2008 Bachelor of Arts as part of the first year points. If you have any questions about the major structure or subjects, please contact the Arts & Music Student Centre.

Objectives:

Structure & Available Subjects:

Chemistry studies the structure and properties of matter; that is, it deals with atoms and molecules, how they react when combined, and identifies the energy changes during chemical reactions. When studied at the University of Melbourne, the role of chemistry in society and the physical environment is also discussed. First-year chemistry subjects cover areas such as atomic structure; the biosphere, geosphere and atmosphere; acids and bases; chemistry of metals; the molecules of life. Teaching involves lectures, tutorials and practical experiments and is complemented by a series of self-paced, interactive, computer-aided learning packages.

The 610-142 chemistry stream requires a sound knowledge of Year 12 Chemistry. 610-171 Fundamentals of Chemistry is designed for students who have not completed Year 12 Chemistry. The subject does, however, assume some knowledge of chemistry and basic principles.

Subject Options:
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Not offered in 2010
12.50
Related Course(s): Bachelor of Arts

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