FORENSIC AND ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
CHE2NAC
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Forensic analytical chemistry is an elective second year chemistry subject. In this subject, students explore concepts of analytical chemistry as a basis of developing the required skills of a chemist working in forensic science. The successful prosecution of individuals or companies for crimes involving chemicals would be impossible without comprehensive forensic evidence. The necessary analytical skills will be discussed in lectures and developed in practical classes, that enable students to prepare and analyse different types of real-world samples using a variety of instrumental techniques, and the ability to critically assess results to judge their validity. The instrumental techniques include, but are not limited to, molecular fluorescence spectroscopy, high performance liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, and ion mobility mass spectrometry. Learning activities include lectures, tutorials, and laboratory classes.
SchoolMolecular Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorSofia Cojocaru
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesCHE1APL AND (CHE1CHF OR CHE1GEN)
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsCHE2ENC
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Readings
Forensic Chemistry
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorBell, S.
Year2014
Edition/Volume2nd Edition (or later)
PublisherPearson
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Quantitative Chemical Analysis
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorHarris, D.C.
Year2010
Edition/Volume8th Edition (or later)
PublisherFREEMAN
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSofia Cojocaru
Class requirements
Laboratory Class
Week:
31
-
43
One 3.00 h laboratory class per week
on weekdays
during the day
from week 31 to week 43
and delivered via face-to-face.
Lecture/Workshop
Week:
31
-
43
Three 1.00 h lecture/workshop per week
on weekdays
during the day
from week 31 to week 43
and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1hr Exam 1 (Topics 1-3): during or end of semester (1000 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
| 1hr Exam 2 (Topics 4-6): during or end of semester (1000 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
| Assignment or Quiz 1: during semester (250 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 5 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |
| Assignment or Quiz 2: during semester (250 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 5 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
| Assignment or Quiz 3: during semester (250 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 5 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
| Assignment or Quiz 4: during semester (250 words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 5 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
| Laboratory reports (1400 word equivalents) 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 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |