che3sen sensors and devices
SENSORS AND DEVICES
CHE3SEN
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
CHE3SEN is a required subject for Nanotechnology students but is also available to B. Sc. and other students. Students will study many aspects of contemporary sensing theory and practice and the device technologies required for real world implementation. Part A) Sensors and Electrochemistry: electrochemical principles, general concepts of chemical sensing, amperometric sensors, lab-on-a-chip miniaturisation. Part B) Surface chemistry: the role of second order interactions and the chemical potential in chemical processes, including solubility, miscibility and solvent extraction, will be explored. Interactions on and between surfaces and interfaces will be also described with implications in catalysis and sensing. Learning activities within the subject include lectures, tutorials, and projects conducted within a research laboratory setting.
SchoolSchool of Molecular Sciences/LIMS
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorConor Hogan
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites CHE2FCA and CHE2FCB and one of (CHE2MOC or CHE2NAC)
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects CHE5SEA
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions Students are not permitted to take the topics contained in this subject for credit in CHE3ADB.
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Quantitative chemical analysis. | Prescribed | Harris, DC, 2015 or other edition | FREEMAN |
| Readings | Intermolecular and surface forces | Recommended | Jacob Israelachvili, 2010 | Academic Press |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate and apply knowledge of key concepts of contemporary sensing theory and practice and the device technologies required for real world implementation in accordance with the "Principles of Chemistry" as defined by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute.
- Activities:
- During lectures students will answer short questions individually or as part of small groups, reinforcing lecture material. In tutorials and in their own time students will apply these concepts to solve a variety of problems, some of which are assessed via quizzes or assignments and others which are provided as optional problem sets for exam preparation.
02. Competently apply professional integrity to the design and performance of experiments, collection of data and reporting of results employing safe laboratory practices and skills.
- Activities:
- The laboratory work will comprise a research project conducted with one of the research groups in chemistry. This will involve 20 hours during semester, at a time to be arranged with the academic project supervisor. At the end of the project students are required to submit a report of less than 2000 words in the form of a journal article, with assessment based on practical skills, application of research problem solving and the final written report. For students who have not completed or concurrently undertaking CHE3ADB, this will be replaced by more regular laboratory experiments conducted in the undergraduate laboratory.
03. Write coherent descriptions of chemical principles and report experimental results with well supported interpretations using correctly referenced professional prose.
- Activities:
- At the end of the project students are required to submit a report of less than 2000 words in the form of a journal article. Alternatively, for students who have not completed or concurrently undertaking CHE3ADB, they will submit laboratory reports throughout the semester that are marked against a rubric for professional presentation. Reports returned in a timely manner and annotated with helpful comments to aid improvement.
Subject options
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Melbourne, 2019, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorConor Hogan
Class requirements
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 31 - 43
Two 1.0 hours lecture/workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Laboratory ClassWeek: 31 - 43
Four 5.0 hours laboratory class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 hour exam (2000 word equiv) | A 50% hurdle requirement applies to the laboratory component, and also to the exam component. Exam includes written answers and problem solving. | 50 | 01, 03 |
| Research project and report. (1500 word equiv) | Project or lab reports equivalent to 1500 words. Replaced by experiments for students not undertaking CHE3ADB. | 30 | 01, 02, 03 |
| Topic assignments (1000 word equiv) | E.g. Problem sets. | 20 | 01, 03 |