This unit covers the theory and instrumentation behind common physical and analytical instrumental techniques such as infra-red, Raman, UV/Vis absorption and fluorescence and atomic spectroscopies, mass spectrometry, chromatography and electroanalytical chemistry. A knowledge of the physical chemistry of gases and liquids is an important precursor to the understanding of chromatographic and electroanalytical chemistry. The application of these techniques in forensic analysis is examined using examples such as the detection of accelerants at arson scenes, drug detection in sport and identification of microsamples at crime scenes. Practical exercises will provide problem solving in physical... -- Course Website
Instructor: Dr Toby Bell (Clayton); Professor Sam Adeloju (Gippsland); Associate Professor Lim Yau Yan (Sunway)
Prerequisites: CHM1011 or CHM1051, plus CHM1022 or CHM1052. Students without these should consult the second year coordinator.
