Code
CLS3006-C
Credits
30
Graduate Attributes
Syllabus
Atomic structure. Chemical equations. Mole concept, relative atomic/molar masses, molar volume, reacting masses, molar conc.
Intramolecular bonding. Intermolecular bonding.
Principles of organic nomenclature and organic chemistry. Organic functional groups. Isomerism.
Enthalpy and entropy changes. Hess' Law.
Rate equations. Catalysts including enzymes. Activation energy.
Equilibrium, equilibrium constant (Kc), Le Chatelier's Principle. Effect of concentration, pressure and temperature.
Strong and weak acids and bases. Acid ionisation constant of weak acids. Buffer solutions. Calculation of pH. Behaviour of ionisable functional groups.
Principles of organic reaction mechanisms. Simple reactions of alkenes, alcohols, carboxylic acids and amines. Structure determination of organic molecules.
Material is illustrated using examples from medicine, human metabolism, and physiology.
Lecture
29 hours
Tutorial
15 hours
Private Study
256 hours
Unit Learning Outcomes
- 1 Describe the key features of the structure of atoms, chemical bonding, molecular structure and organic reactions, and apply this knowledge to explain the properties of biomolecules, metabolic processes and medical treatments.
- 2 Explain the factors affecting the energy changes, rate and equilibrium position of a reaction, and their relevance to biochemical reactions in the human body.
- 3 Apply principles of physical chemistry to solve numerical problems involving chemical quantities, thermochemistry, reaction kinetics, equilibria, and acid-base chemistry.
- 4 Apply knowledge of organic chemistry to identify reagents and products of reactions and identify key spectroscopic features of molecules.
- 5 Apply scientific concepts, and use logical thinking and numeracy skills to solve a range of problems.
Course Learning Outcomes
- 4 Individually and as a team undertake oral and written presentations, problem-solving, numerical and laboratory skills.
- 5 Apply fundamental chemistry concepts to biological systems and medical treatments.
Assessment Breakdown
This module covers the fundamental concepts of chemistry required to understand clinical and medical applications. Semester 1 reinforces basic knowledge of general chemistry and extends it to cover more advanced aspects of bonding and organic chemistry. Semester 2 this knowledge-base through the study of the concepts of enthalpy changes; general and aqueous equilibrium; acids, bases, pH, and buffers; and simple organic reactions with reference to a biological or medical context. Directed study is supported by online quizzes provided after each lecture and a range of additional online practice and revision materials.