Notice
As part of Phase 3 of our return to campus plan, most units will now run tutorials, seminars and other small group activities on campus, and most will keep an online version available to those students unable to return or those who choose to continue their studies online.
To check the availability of face-to-face and online activities for your unit, please go to timetable viewer. To check detailed information on unit assessments visit your unit's iLearn space or consult your unit convenor.
Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Convenor and Tutor
Ian Jamie
Contact via ian.jamie@mq.edu, (02) 9850 8293
4WW 236
Open Door
Lecturer and Tutor
Joanne Jamie
Contact via joanne,jamie@mq.edu.au, (02) 9850 8283
4WW 231
By Appointment
Lecturer and Tutor
Alison Rodger
Contact via (02) 9850 8275
6WW 302
By Appointment (via Grace Cooper)
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Credit points |
Credit points
10
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
Foundations of Chemical and Biomolecular Sciences 1 introduces students to the principles and practical aspects of the molecular sciences, from the smallest of chemical substances through to the molecules of life - the biomolecules. This unit does not assume prior knowledge of chemistry or biology and is ideal for any student that wants to understand the atomic and molecular world within and around them. It will commence with the language of chemistry by introducing atoms and molecules and elements and compounds and using representative inorganic and organic compounds, including biomolecules, to show how their structures, functions and reactions are described. It will build on this language to allow prediction of the reactivity, behaviour and function of different classes of compounds, with a focus on acids and bases and organic compounds including biomolecules. Contemporary applications will be highlighted to show the role of chemical and biomolecular sciences in our lives, now and in the future, including in helping to achieve a sustainable environment, understanding health and disease, and advancing new molecular technologies. Practical sessions and tutorials will reinforce learning throughout this unit.
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On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
Attendance at practical and tutorial classes:
Tutorial Assessment (20%):
Practical class exercises (20%):
In-Session Test (20%):
Final Exam (40%):
Information on Supplementary exams:
Your marks will be displayed on iLearn. It is your responsibility to regularly verify that the records displayed at iLearn (Tools->Grades) are correct.
If you have difficulty attending and participating in a hurdle assessment task, please contact the Unit Convenor, in ADVANCE if possible, and immediately after if not, as there may be alternatives available to make-up a missed task. If there are circumstances that mean you miss a hurdle assessment task, you may apply for a special consideration. To support your extension, you must submit a "Special Consideration Request" request via www.ask.mq.edu.au. See the SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS web page for instructions on how to do this. Please note that evidence must be given to support your request for an extension. You have a limited time after the event to submit a special consideration request (see SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS web page).
Decisions to approve/not approve a special consideration request are made by the university (and NOT the unit convenor).
Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Final Examination | 40% | No | Exam Period |
In-Session Test | 20% | Yes | Week 7 |
Practical Participation | 0% | Yes | Check Timetable |
Tutorial Quizzes | 20% | No | Weekly |
Practical Class Exercises | 20% | No | Check Timetable |
Tutorial Participation | 0% | Yes | Weekly |
Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: Exam Period
Weighting: 40%
The final exam will be designed to address specific understanding of all topics presented within the course and to show that the knowledge obtained can be applied to new problems.
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 10 hours
Due: Week 7
Weighting: 20%
This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks)
There will be an in-session test that will be designed to give you specific feedback on your understanding of the topics up to this stage of the unit.
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 0 hours
Due: Check Timetable
Weighting: 0%
This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks)
You must attend and participate in all practical classes. Rescheduling may be possible for missed classes.
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 12 hours
Due: Weekly
Weighting: 20%
Weekly quizzes based on the tutorial question sets available at iLearn.
Assessment Type 1: Lab report
Indicative Time on Task 2: 12 hours
Due: Check Timetable
Weighting: 20%
Practical classes are designed to develop laboratory skills and scientific data analysis capabilities. The pre-practical, practical and post-practical exercises will be used to calculate the final mark for each practical class.
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 0 hours
Due: Weekly
Weighting: 0%
This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks)
You must attend and participate in a weekly tutorial class.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Communication
During the semester, the CHEM1001 iLearn site will be used to communicate important information to you. In addition, email will be sent to your student email account. Please check your messages frequently.
We cannot overstate the importance of regularly checking your email and the CHEM1001 iLearn site.
Classes
See https://timetables.mq.edu.au/2021 for class times and locations.
It is very important that you understand that you will not be allowed to attend the laboratory if you do not have a laboratory coat (“lab coat”) and enclosed, study footwear (e.g. ugg boots are not acceptable). For hygiene reasons the Department does not provide lab coats or footwear.
Safety glasses and disposable gloves are supplied.
You are required to undertake prelaboratory exercises (prelabs) before coming to the session, to help you prepare for the lab. During the lab you will be assessed on general behaviour and competence, as well as the quality of your results. You are to submit a report (“lab report”) that summaries the outcomes of your investigation. There are post-laboratory exercises to be completed within a week of the lab session (“post-labs”).
Teaching and Learning Strategy
CHEM1001 is a 10 credit-point, half-year unit and will require, on average, 10 hours study per week (contact hours plus self-study time).
CHEM1001 is designed to introduce you to the principles of the molecular sciences, including developing an understanding of the practical skills required to undertake simple chemistry experiments in an efficient and safe manner. The lecture materials, tutorials and practical classes complement each other, and along with quizzes, have been developed to increase your understanding of the topics so that you can achieve the learning outcomes.
The unit expectation is that you will:
If you prepare, study and attend all components of the unit and work consistently and continuously throughout the session, you should be able to develop a strong understanding of the general and organic chemistry presented, and perform well in this unit and develop a deep understanding of the concepts covered. Students who fail to do this and try to cram just before the exam will not do well in this unit.
Recommended Textbooks:
Other Recommended Texts:
Other general and organic chemistry textbooks are useful substitutes.
The following schedule is indicative only and may change.
CHEM1001 S1 2021 Schedule
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Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
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Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
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The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
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Unit information based on version 2021.03 of the Handbook