CHEM 2530 - Environmental & Analytical Chemistry II
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| Course Code | CHEM 2530 |
| Course | Environmental & Analytical Chemistry II |
| Coordinating Unit | The School of Chemistry & Physics , Faculty of Sciences |
| Term | Semester 1 2013 |
| Mode | Internal |
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Location/s | North Terrace |
| Units | 3 |
| Contact | Up to 7.5 hours per week |
| Prerequisites | CHEM 1100 & CHEM 1200 or CHEM 1101, CHEM 1201 & CHEM 1312. Other students may apply to Head of Chemistry for exemption |
| Corequisites | Not applicable |
| Incompatible | Not applicable |
| Assumed Knowledge | Not applicable |
| Restrictions | Not applicable |
| Quota | Not applicable |
| Course Description | This course aims to establish a sound understanding of the chemistry of the biosphere and the impact of natural and human induced events on local and global environments. The atmospheric, terrestrial, riverine and oceanic chemical compositions and their interactions to produce climate and other environmental variations are also examined. Students are trained in the application of tecniques used by professional chemists to determine chemical composition and analyse for trace compounds, which is central to the aforementioned discussions. These techniques include chromatography, electrochemical and optical spectroscopies, statistical analysis of data and use of advanced instrumentation and data logging devices. The environmental impact of human activities, such as farming, mining and other industries is examined in general terms and by use of case studies, as are the issues surrounding the ethical practice of chemistry and science in general. |
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