Overview
GCH5010 presents the fundamentals of green chemistry and connects the science behind sustainability issues with efforts that can be taken to create solutions. Green Chemistry is the design of chemical products and processes that reduce or eliminate the use and generation of hazardous substances. While there are many mechanisms and … For more content click the Read More button below.
In this unit you will address how green and sustainable chemistry can be a central driver in the circular economy and addressing and achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The unit overviews the principles of green chemistry, linking these to the UN SDGs.
Offerings
S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS
Rules
Enrolment Rule
Contacts
Chief Examiner(s)
Associate Professor Kellie Tuck
Unit Coordinator(s)
Associate Professor Kei Saito
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.
Demonstrate a broader and deeper understanding of the twelve principles of green chemistry and how to apply them to problem solving;
2.
Evaluate technologies and products by applying the methods and tools to of green chemistry in the practice of chemistry;
3.
Explain how the application of green chemistry principles can address the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
4.
Identify the tools and strategies to improve the chemical reaction and process using the principles of green chemistry
5.
Explain how the practice of green chemistry enhances competitiveness, innovation and faster time to market, while addressing critical ethical and sustainability issues.
Assessment
1 - In-semester assessment
Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities
Workshops
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