Applied Chemistry Major
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Unit set overview
Code
MAACHM
Availability & Campus
JO | ML | BU | OL |
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Details
Structure
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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SCC1111 | General Chemistry | 15 |
SCC1201 | Chemistry: Structure and Reactions | 15 |
SCC2211 | Organic Chemistry | 15 |
SCC2301 | Forensic and Analytical Chemistry | 15 |
SCC3201 | Analytical Chemistry | 15 |
SCI3150 | Science Project | 15 |
PLUS 2 units from the following list: | ||
SCI3309 ^ | Biological and Chemical Hazards | 15 |
SCI3206 ^ | Environmental Investigation and Monitoring | 15 |
SCI2112 ^ | Molecular Biology and Biochemistry | 15 |
SCI2117 ^ | Genetics | 15 |
SCH2232 ^ | Medical Biochemistry | 15 |
SCH1133 ^ | Human Genetics | 15 |
SCH2226 ^ | Human Molecular Genetics | 15 |
SCH2142 ^ | Forensic Genetics | 15 |
Note: Students without an ATAR or equivalent background in Chemistry are advised to consult with the Unit Set Coordinator as to the selection of the most appropriate units to lead into this major.
^ Core Option
For more detailed unit information for this Major take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Semester timetable.
Student handbookNotes
Learning Outcomes
- Apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of theoretical and practical chemistry situations.
- Think critically to analyse, experiment and interpret results to solve complex chemistry problems.
- Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate solutions of chemical problems.
- Use experimentation, literacies and/or digital technologies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources.
- Communicate chemical knowledge and values in professional and public contexts.
- Demonstrate respect for cultural diversity and alternate views, including Indigenous cultural competence.
- Work collaboratively and demonstrate initiative to implement social, sustainable, and ethical values.
- Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and judgement for own learning and professional practice
Career Opportunities
Possible future job titles
Analytical Chemist, Forensic Chemist, Government Scientist, Industrial Chemist, Instrumentation Consultant, Medical Chemist
This Major can be studied in the following courses
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