che3stc synthetic topics in chemistry
SYNTHETIC TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY
CHE3STC
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Applying synthetic strategies from an understanding of reactivity is a critical skill for organic and organometallic chemists. In this subject you will learn about modern approaches to the synthesis of organic molecules, including carbonyl compounds and amines, and be introduced to the key concept of retrosynthetic analysis. You will also examine the structure, reactivity and applications of organometallic compounds, including bonding in transition metal complexes (valence bond theory and MO theory), common organometallic ligands, 'the eighteen electron rule'. Reaction mechanism is a key focus, including ligand substitution, insertion reactions, oxidative addition and reductive elimination, and olefin metathesis. In this subject, you will gain experience conducting and interpreting laboratory experiments related to the synthesis of organic and organometallic molecules.
SchoolMolecular Sciences (Pre 2022)
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMandeep Kaur
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Students must have completed CHE2FCA and CHE2FCB or Students must be admitted in one of the following courses: SBSSI or SBSCSI and have completed CHE2FCB and (CHE2CAN or CHE2MCA) or Students must be admitted in the following course: SMCHS
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsCHE3ADA
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Learning resources
Inorganic chemistry
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorHousecroft CH and Sharp AG
Year2018
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PublisherPearson
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Organic chemistry
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorMcMurry J
Year2016
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PublisherThomson-Brooks/Cole
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Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMandeep Kaur
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 10 - 22
One 5.00 hours laboratory class other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
The laboratory program consists of 4 classes (5hours each) over the semester. A schedule of the experiments and other learning activities will be made available to students on the LMS at the start of semester.
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 10 - 22
Three 1.00 hour lecture/workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
Two 5.00 hours seminar per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Laboratory safety introduction and oral presentation workshop will be held in the first week of semester. Oral presentations will be held in the last week of semester.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Examination (equivalent to 1500 essay words))A 1.5hr paper scheduled for 2 hours in the central examination period. | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Written Tests(equivalent to 1500essay words)Two in class tests during semester. | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Laboratory work, written reports, oral presentation (equivalent to 1500 words)Laboratory reports equivalent to 1500 words. Hurdle for accreditation with RACI. Students must complete a minimum 75% of lab assessment, and must obtain a score of at least 50% for the laboratory component of the subject | N/A | N/A | Yes | 30 | SILO4, SILO5 |
Singapore (PSB), 2020, Term L6 , Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJennifer Selkirk-Bell
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 45 - 51
Four 5.00 hours laboratory class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 45 to week 51 and delivered via face-to-face.
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 45 - 51
Twenty four 1.00 hour lecture/workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 45 to week 51 and delivered via face-to-face.
SeminarWeek: 45 - 51
Two 5.00 hours seminar per study period on weekdays during the day from week 45 to week 51 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Examination (equivalent to 1500 essay words))A 1.5hr paper scheduled for 2 hours in the central examination period. | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Written Tests(equivalent to 1500essay words)Two in class tests during semester. | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Laboratory work, written reports, oral presentation (equivalent to 1500 words)Laboratory reports equivalent to 1500 words. Hurdle for accreditation with RACI. Students must complete a minimum 75% of lab assessment, and must obtain a score of at least 50% for the laboratory component of the subject | N/A | N/A | Yes | 30 | SILO4, SILO5 |
Singapore (PSB), 2020, Term L6 , Night
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJennifer Selkirk-Bell
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 45 - 51
Four 5.00 hours laboratory class per study period on weekdays at night from week 45 to week 51 and delivered via face-to-face.
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 45 - 51
Twenty four 1.00 hour lecture/workshop per study period on weekdays at night from week 45 to week 51 and delivered via face-to-face.
SeminarWeek: 45 - 51
Two 5.00 hours seminar per study period on weekdays at night from week 45 to week 51 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Examination (equivalent to 1500 essay words))A 1.5hr paper scheduled for 2 hours in the central examination period. | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Written Tests(equivalent to 1500essay words)Two in class tests during semester. | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Laboratory work, written reports, oral presentation (equivalent to 1500 words)Laboratory reports equivalent to 1500 words. Hurdle for accreditation with RACI. Students must complete a minimum 75% of lab assessment, and must obtain a score of at least 50% for the laboratory component of the subject | N/A | N/A | Yes | 30 | SILO4, SILO5 |