James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2024

CH5203 - Analytical Chemistry

Subject Description

Analytical Chemistry is the branch of chemistry that provides qualitative information (what is in a sample) and quantitative information (how much is in a sample) about matter. The topics covered in this subject include core skills in analytical chemistry such as data analysis, classical volumetric, gravimetric and titrimetric methods, instrumental analysis in analytical chemistry such as spectrometry (UV-Vis, IR, AAS, AES, MS) and chromatography (GC, HPLC), as well as principles of Quality Assurance and Quality Control and appropriate documentation of analytical procedures. All techniques and methods will be discussed in a range of industrial, environmental, biological and medical contexts.

Learning Outcomes

• describe the principles of analytical chemistry
• explain the analytical principles of spectroscopic techniques
• distinguish the need and uses of separation methods
• apply a range of analytical techniques with knowledge of the limitations and complementarity of the techniques

Subject Assessment

• Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (40%) - Individual
• Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (20%) - Individual
• Performance/Practice/Product > Practical assessment/practical skills demonstration - (40%) - 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.

Assumed Knowledge:  Students must have a good understanding of CHEMISTRY which includes knowledge of atomic structure, bonding, periodicity, acids and bases. It would be advantageous for students to have a basic understanding of MATH. They will have passed a university chemistry subject CH1001 level or will have acquired equivalent knowledge through industry experience.

Inadmissible Subject Combinations:  CH2041 CH2103

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