Studying online

There are now 2 possible online modes for units:

Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.

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Unit Overview

Description

This unit is designed for students with little or no background in chemistry who wish to gain an understanding of basic chemistry. The unit is designed to prepare students for the study of Chemistry and other sciences at university level and covers many of the concepts taught in WACE/TEE/ATAR Chemistry. Students who successfully complete this course will be able to enrol in CHEM1003 Introductory Chemistry at UWA.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Semester 1AlbanyFace to face
Semester 2AlbanyFace to face
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) recall fundamental principles of chemistry that deal with atomic structure, ion formation, and chemical representations; (2) write and balance simple chemical equations; (3) perform chemical calculations using the mole as a unifying concept; (4) demonstrate basic laboratory skills in manipulating and using chemicals and standard laboratory apparatus; (5) relate experimental observations and data to chemical concepts; (6) identify types of bonding within and between molecules and relevant molecular shapes, and predict polar bonds and polar compounds and the effect of polarity on reactivity and solubility; and (7) explain the properties of solutions and gases..

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) tests; (2) laboratory exercises; and (3) online quizzes. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
School of Indigenous Studies
Unit rules
Prerequisites
Enrolment in
00020 Aboriginal Orientation Course
Contact hours
Workshops/tutorials/lectures: 4 hours per week
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.