Overview

Advances in analytical science will involve the development and exploitation of advanced mass spectrometric, molecular spectroscopic and separation techniques. This unit concentrates on these approaches, and provides examples of how they can be applied in areas such as forensic and environmental science, genomics and forensic imaging. The remainder of the … 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)

Professor Bayden Wood

Learning outcomes

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

Operate analytical instruments competently and reliably;

2.

Understand the range of operational factors that lead to optimised performance of analytical instruments;

3.

Assimilate theoretical principles and practical aspects of analytical chemistry;

4.

Understand the range of application areas that analytical chemistry and analytical instrumentation are applied to;

5.

Appreciate the processes and limitations of different sampling methods.

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 - Mid-semester test
3 - Continuous in-semester assessment
4 - Examination (2 hours 10 minutes)

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Laboratories
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 $3.00

Availability in areas of study

Chemistry