Overview

This unit covers the theory and instrumentation behind common physical and analytical instrumental techniques such as infrared, Raman, UV/Vis absorption, fluorescence, atomic spectroscopies, mass spectrometry, chromatography and electroanalytical chemistry. A knowledge of the physical chemistry of gases and liquids is an important precursor to the understanding of chromatographic and electroanalytical … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S2-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS
S2-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Toby Bell

Unit Coordinator(s)

Associate Professor Jie Zhang
Dr Irene Ling

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Apply concepts in instrumental analysis, including accuracy and precision, sensitivity, selectivity, detection limit and dynamic range;

2.

Describe the principles and applications of spectroscopic techniques such as infra-red, Raman, UV/Visible absorption and fluorescence, and mass spectrometry;

3.

Demonstrate knowledge of electrochemical techniques for chemical analysis;

4.

Distinguish the need for, and uses of, separation techniques such as gas and liquid chromatography;

5.

Evaluate a range of instrumental methods and how different instruments operate;

6.

Compare and contrast a number of case studies illustrating the many and varied uses of modern instrumentation for solving analytical problems;

7.

Use database searching and retrieval for compound identification;

8.

Demonstrate expertise in the manipulation of chemicals, the use of chemical analysis techniques, risk assessment and the use of modern information technologies and data analysis;

9.

Work in small groups and be competent in the written and oral presentation of scientific data, including in the context of a Moot-court scenario.

Teaching approach

Active learning
Online learning
Problem-based learning

Assessment summary

Supplementary assessment is not available if a specific assessment in this unit is failed. Check the supplementary assessments page for details about exemptions.

Assessment

1 - Online assessment
2 - Laboratory-based assessment
3 - Mid semester test
4 - Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Laboratories
Tutorials
Workshops

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Required resources
Recommended resources

Other unit costs

  • Costs are indicative and subject to change
  • Lab coat required - $35
  • safety glasses $8
  • Lab book $3

Availability in areas of study

Chemistry
Medicinal chemistry