This unit is designed for students with little or no background in chemistry who wish to gain an understanding of basic chemistry. Entry is restricted to students without a satisfactory pass in WACE Chemistry 3A/3B or TEE Chemistry. In semester two, the natural follow-on unit is CHEM1004 Biological Chemistry. However, enrolment in CHEM1002 Chemistry—Structure and Reactivity is possible for students who have performed well (D, HD) in CHEM1003 Introductory Chemistry.<br/><br/>Topics covered include the structure of matter, chemical reactions, solvents and organic chemistry. In introducing the structure of matter and the chemical elements, an elementary discussion of atomic structure and the... -- Course Website
Instructor: Associate Professor Sam Saunders
