Monash College Handbook

CHEMISTRY FOUNDATIONS (MCD1630)

Purpose

This unit introduces simple organic compounds, their common reactions and their importance in biological systems. Students continue to broaden their understanding of the principles of chemistry. These principles are applied to chemical processes, using the language and symbols of chemistry, utilising chemical formulas and equations to explain data collected from experiments. Practical work is an integral part of the course; four experiments will be undertaken during the Trimester.

Prerequisites

Students should have completed an equivalent to Victorian VCE Year 11 Chemistry, Units 1 & 2

Learning outcomes

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

1. demonstrate how an understanding of qualitative and quantitative aspects of chemical reactions, including acid-base and redox reactions, allows for analysis in the medical and health science fields. A range of common laboratory techniques and modern instrumental methods will be used to aid understanding.
2. apply the principles of equilibrium, reaction rate and energy change to explain the outcomes of chemical reactions and their effect on aspects of the functioning of the human body.
3. explain the nature of simple organic chemicals, their common chemical reactions and their importance in biological systems.

Assessment

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