James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2019

CH5203 - Analytical Chemistry (Advanced)

Credit points: 03
Year: 2019
Student Contribution Band: Band 2
Administered by:

Analytical Chemistry is the branch of the discipline which provides qualitative information (what is in a sample) and quantitative information (how much is in a sample) about matter. This subject introduces the student to a range of techniques used for the analysis of an array of materials. The following topics are covered. Classical volumetric, gravimetric and titrimetric analysis. Analytical Atomic Spectroscopy - AA and ICP techniques and their application. Chromatography - basic theory and applications using liquid chromatography and gas chromatography as well as hyphenated techniques such as GC-MS and HPLC-MS. Capillary electrophoresis. Electroanalytical techniques, including potentiometric, voltametric and titrimetric methods. Techniques of sample preparation. Principles of Quality Assurance and Quality Control. The discussion of these techniques will be illustrated using industrial, environmental, biological and medical examples.

Learning Outcomes

Assumed
Knowledge:
Students who have not met the pre-requisites may be permitted to enrol after meeting the subject coordinator
Prerequisites:CH1001 OR CH1011
Inadmissible
Subject
Combinations:
CH2041 CH2103

Availabilities

Townsville, , Study Period 2
Census Date 29-Aug-2019
Contact hours:
  • 36 hours
  • 36 hours
    Assessment:end of semester exam (40% - 70%); mid semester exam (20% - 40%); practical exercises (40%).

    Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.