CHEM4220
20 units
4000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course is composed of completion of directed research in a selected area of current chemistry at an advanced level (commenced in CHEM421), and preparation of a major and detailed scientific report on the research project.
Availability
Not currently offered.
This Course was last offered in Semester 2 - 2023.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Advanced knowledge relevant to the professional practice of chemistry at an advanced level
2. Developed an understanding of the application of chemistry to problems in industrial and research environments
3. Developed high-level skills in information searching, selection, retrieval and interpretation
4. Developed an understanding of the tasks of the research chemist in project development and problem solving
5. Been provided experience and developed independence in the pursuit of an advanced experimental project
6. Developed skills in procedures and instrumental methods relevant to pursuit of an advanced experimental project
7. Developed high-level skills in the scientific method of planning, developing, conducting, reviewing and reporting a major project
8. Developed a deeper understanding of the professional and safety responsibilities residing in experimental research and development projects
Content
This course consists of several task areas:
Experimental Research
The candidate will pursue a research project in a selected area of current chemistry at an advanced level, under the direction of a member of academic staff. Advanced experimental techniques relevant to the research project will be employed.
Experimental Planning and Recording
Project planning skills and effective recording of results will be developed, guided by the project academic supervisor.
Requisite
This course is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science (Honours), or Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management (Honours) programs.
Assumed knowledge
Completion of CHEM4110 and CHEM4120
Assessment items
Presentation: Oral Presentation
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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