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Laboratory Techniques for Preparative Chemistry
Unit code: PCN740
Contact hours:
Credit points: 12
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Before an advanced practical project, particularly one involving organic synthesis, is undertaken it is necessary to develop specialised laboratory skills in preparative chemistry so that the candidate can have the confidence to handle and purify the small quantities of often precious material which he will encounter during the project. The aim of work in this unit is to cultivate and deepen understanding of systems and processes related to organic synthesis, to develop and enhance laboratory skills and techniques related to handling and purifying precious materials. Development of these skillsets is designed to lead to competence in designing and undertaking advanced practical work.
Availability
| Semester | Available |
|---|---|
| 2013 Semester 1 | Yes |
| 2013 Semester 2 | Yes |
Sample subject outline - Semester 1 2013
Note: Subject outlines often change before the semester begins. Below is a sample outline.
Rationale
Before an advanced practical project, particularly one involving organic synthesis, is undertaken it is necessary to develop specialised laboratory skills in preparative chemistry so that the candidate can have the confidence to handle and purify the small quantities of often precious material which he will encounter during the project.
Aims
The aim of work in this unit is to cultivate and deepen understanding of systems and processes related to organic synthesis, to develop and enhance laboratory skills and techniques related to handling and purifying precious materials. Development of these skillsets is designed to lead to competence in designing and undertaking advanced practical work.
Objectives
1. To provide an appreciation of the experimental techniques used for the preparation and isolation of pure substances
2. To demonstrate comprehension and application of research and experimentaiton techniques related to the isolation and preparation of pure substances.
Content
The applicability and underlying principles of experimental techniques for organic synthesis.
Approaches to Teaching and Learning
Practical exercises and associated reading.
Assessment
Assessment in this unit will be based on Student Negotiation with Supervisory and/or academic staff. For further information please contact the Unit Coordinator.Feedback in this unit will be via verbal consultation with supervisory and academic staff as well as written feedback in some instances. Further feedback and consultation is available on request.
Assessment name:
Student negotiated assessment
Description:
Written reports, inspection of laboratory records.
Relates to objectives:
All.
Weight:
100%
Internal or external:
Internal
Group or individual:
Individual
Due date:
Throughout Semester
Academic Honesty
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Resource materials
Texts:
Not Applicable.
Risk assessment statement
There are no out of the ordinary risks associated with this unit.
Disclaimer - Offer of some units is subject to viability, and information in these Unit Outlines is subject to change prior to commencement of semester.
Last modified: 11-May-2012
