Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Dr Damian Moran
Level 3, Room 329, 4 Wally’s Walk (F7B)
Please arrange a meeting via email.
Lecturer
A/Prof Joanne Jamie
Level 2, Room 231, 4 Wally’s Walk (F7B)
Please arrange a meeting via email.
Damian Moran
Joanne Jamie
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Credit points |
Credit points
3
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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:
Your marks will be displayed at iLearn, including your practical class and tutorial class attendance records. We recommend that you periodically verify that the marks and attendance records shown at iLearn (Tools -> Grades) are correct.
If you are new to Macquarie, more information on the University assessment policy is available at https://students.mq.edu.au/study/exams-and-results/assessments.
If you haven't made a special consideration request before, the procedure is outlined at https://students.mq.edu.au/study/my-study-program/special-consideration. Note that the University requires that special consideration requests be submitted no later than five (5) working days after an assessment task date or due date. So if you miss a practical class, tutorial class, or the final exam, remember to apply for special consideration on time.
Attendance at practical classes:
Attendance at the final exam:
Attendance at tutorial classes:
Final grade:
* Information on Supplementary Exams: If you receive special consideration for the final exam, a supplementary exam will be scheduled in the interval between the regular exam period and the start of the next session. By making a special consideration application for the final exam you are declaring yourself available for a resit during the supplementary examination period and will not be eligible for a second special consideration approval based on pre-existing commitments. Please ensure you are familiar with the policy prior to submitting an application. You can check the supplementary exam information page on FSE101 in iLearn (bit.ly/FSESupp) for dates, and approved applicants will receive an individual notification one week prior to the exam with the exact date and time of their supplementary examination.
The final CBMS107 examination is a hurdle. If you are given a second opportunity to sit the final examination, you will be offered that chance during the supplementary examination period and will be notified of the exact day and time after the publication of final results for the unit.
Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Practical Classes | 20% | Yes | Every practical |
Quizzes | 15% | No | 3 Sept, 24 Sept & 29 Oct |
Mid-Session Test | 15% | No | Second on-campus session |
Final Examination | 50% | Yes | University examination period |
Tutorial Classes | 0% | Yes | Every tutorial class |
Due: Every practical
Weighting: 20%
This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks)
There are four practical classes (5% each) which will be completed during the on-campus sessions. Practical class times will be listed at iLearn.
The pre-practical exercises, performance in the practical, the practical report, and the post-practical exercises will be used to calculate the final practical mark. The assessment tasks progressively build on skills and knowledge developed throughout the unit.
Practical classes are a hurdle assessment and you are expected to complete all four practicals. In the event of illness or misadventure, you can justify your absence from a practical class by submitting a special consideration request at ask.mq.edu.au. If your special consideration is approved, we will make arrangements for a supplementary activity.
Repeat students may request an exemption from the practical classes, but it is at the discretion of the unit coordinator as to whether an exemption is granted.
Due: 3 Sept, 24 Sept & 29 Oct
Weighting: 15%
There will be three on-line quizzes which you will find assist you in revising the course material as the course progresses.
Due dates: Quiz 1 (9 am Monday 3 September); Quiz 2 (9 am Monday 24 September); Quiz 3 (9 am Monday 29 October).
Due: Second on-campus session
Weighting: 15%
There will be a mid-session test during the second on-campus session that will give you specific feedback on your understanding of the topics up to this stage of the unit.
Due: University examination period
Weighting: 50%
This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks)
The final exam (50%) will be 3 hours in length with 10 minutes reading time. It is 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.
The final exam is a hurdle assessment and you will need to get >= 40% in the final exam to meet the hurdle. In the event that you make a serious first attempt at the final exam, you will be provided with an opportunity to sit a new final exam. The faculty define a serious attempt as a mark of 10% below the hurdle, which in this instance is a mark between 30-40%.
Due: Every tutorial class
Weighting: 0%
This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks)
Tutorial class times will be listed at iLearn. Participation in tutorials is a hurdle and you are expected to attend all classes. In the event of illness or misadventure, you can justify your absence from a tutorial class by submitting a special consideration request.
Classes will take place during the on-campus sessions and will consist of lectures, tutorials and practical classes. Scheduled on-campus (OC) sessions: first on-campus session (25-26 August 2018); second on-campus session (18-20 September 2018); third on-campus session (20-21 October 2018).
Please arrive each day at 8.50 am for commencement at 9 am. The on-campus sessions are long and tiring; we recommend bringing something to eat and drink during the day, to help you maintain focus.
Lecture slides and recordings (under Echo360 Active Learning Platform) from the internal first semester unit are available at the CBMS107 iLearn site. A list of topics will be provided before each on-campus sessions, which we advise that you study in advance of classes.
It is important to prepare thoroughly and in advance for the on-campus sessions. Complete the set tutorial questions in advance of each on-campus session, as you will only benefit fully from the tutorials if you have prepared in advance. The tutorial problems closely resemble the types of problems in exams and are designed to help you gauge your command of the materials covered.
Practical class details are available at the CBMS107 iLearn space. For safety reasons you will not be permitted to participate in laboratory sessions unless you are wearing a lab coat and sturdy shoes which cover your feet (enclose your toes). Please read the practical class (PC) before you attend the laboratory session and complete the pre-laboratory tasks as required.
A list of textbooks and recommended readings are available at the CBMS107 iLearn space.
If you have any problems with iLearn, log a ticket at onehelp.mq.edu.au.
You are expected to access the unit web site frequently, as it contains important information including notes on ALL the topics to be covered; What You Need to Know Sheets; your marks for practicals, quizzes and the mid-session exam. Additionally, the web site will also be used to post important messages.
You will be required to use the OWL system for assessment tasks and practice problems. Further details regarding OWL are provided at the CBMS107 iLearn site.
CBMS107 is a 3 credit point half year unit and will require an average of 10 hours of work per week (contact hours plus self study time). Thus, in order to successfully complete this unit, students will need to work hard, consistently and continuously throughout the semester. For students with weak chemistry backgrounds, more than 10 hours per week may be necessary to perform satisfactorily in this unit.
CBMS107 is designed to introduce you to the principles of the molecular sciences, as well as developing an understanding of the practical skills required to undertake simple chemistry experiments in an efficient and safe manner. The lecture material, tutorials and laboratories complement each other, and along with quizzes (in lectures, on-line and in practical classes), have been developed to increase your understanding of the topics so you can achieve the learning outcomes.
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Results shown in iLearn, 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.
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Non-Attendance of Participation Hurdles: If you are unable to attend a practical class or tutorial class due to short-term, serious and unavoidable circumstances, submit apply for special consideration no later than five (5) working days after the date of the class and justify your absence.
Information on Supplementary Exams: If you receive special consideration for the final exam, a supplementary exam will be scheduled in the interval between the regular exam period and the start of the next session. By making a special consideration application for the final exam you are declaring yourself available for a resit during the supplementary examination period and will not be eligible for a second special consideration approval based on pre-existing commitments. Please ensure you are familiar with the policy prior to submitting an application. You can check the supplementary exam information page on FSE101 in iLearn (bit.ly/FSESupp) for dates, and approved applicants will receive an individual notification one week prior to the exam with the exact date and time of their supplementary examination.
Dr Damian Moran is the coordinator of this unit and should be consulted if you have administrative or organisational problems.
Dr Damian Moran and A/Prof Jamie will be presenting the lectures.
The staff have an open door policy for any questions best dealt in person on their topics. However, you are strongly advised to organise an appointment first by emailing beforehand (put CBMS107 in the header of the email message).