James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2024

BR0301 - Preparatory Chemistry

Subject Description

This subject is a bridging chemistry subject that satisfies the chemistry entry requirements for many JCU degree programs. Content includes chemistry as a science discipline; matter and atoms; elements and the Periodic Table; chemical bonding; molecular shapes and polarity; introduction to organic compounds and structure; moles; reaction stoichiometry; limiting reagents; concentrations; intermolecular interactions; gases; phase transitions and heat capacity; reaction kinetics; enthalpy and entropy; fuels and energy; chemical equilibrium; acids and bases; redox reactions.

Learning Outcomes

• explain that chemistry is a broad discipline that underpins, and is influenced by, other scientific fields
• explain basic chemical principles and the testable and contestable nature of these principles
• use fundamental chemical terminology and the periodic table to solve chemical problems
• solve qualitative and quantitative problems in the chemical sciences

Subject Assessment

• Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (55%) - Individual
• Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (45%) - Individual

Note that 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.

Inadmissible Subject Combinations:  CH1020 AND CH0020

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