Overview
The unit describes the structure, properties and synthesis of biomaterials, macromolecules, and 'smart' inorganic materials, which are designed to carry out a range of sensing or active functions. Includes: biopolymers and biomineralisation in plants and animals; mimicry of biological systems; properties of everyday materials such as polypropylene and polyurethane and … For more content click the Read More button below.
Offerings
S2-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS
Rules
Enrolment Rule
Contacts
Chief Examiner(s)
Prof Stuart Batten
Unit Coordinator(s)
Prof Stuart Batten
Teaching approach
Online learning
Problem-based learning
Active 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 - Laboratory-based assessment
2 - Debate Assessment
3 - Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes)
Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities
Laboratories
Workshops
Workload requirements
Workload
Learning resources
Required resources
Other unit costs
Costs are indicative and subject to change.
Lab coat required - $35, safety glasses $8, Lab book $3.00
Availability in areas of study
Chemistry