Course Title: Perform chemical tests and procedures
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2018
Course Code: BIOL5230C
Course Title: Perform chemical tests and procedures
School: 174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5363 - Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Biotechnology)
Course Contact: Namrita Kaul
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4837
Course Contact Email: namrita.kaul@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Seb Buckingham
Jocesebastian.buckingham@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 100
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit of competency covers the ability to interpret chemical test requirements, prepare samples, conduct pre-use and calibration checks on equipment and perform routine chemical tests/procedures. These tests will involve several measurement steps. The unit includes data processing and interpretation of results and tracking of obvious test malfunctions where the procedure is standardised. However, personnel are not required to analyse data, optimise tests/procedures for specific samples or troubleshoot equipment problems where the solution is not apparent.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
MSL974003 Perform chemical tests and procedures |
Element: |
1 Interpret and schedule test requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Review test request to identify samples to be tested, test method and equipment and instruments involved 1.2 Identify hazards and workplace control measures associated with the sample, preparation and test methods, reagents and/or equipment |
Element: |
2 Receive and prepare samples |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Log samples using standard operating procedures (SOPs) |
Element: |
3 Check equipment before use |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Set up equipment and instruments in accordance with test method requirements |
Element: |
4 Test samples to determine chemical species or properties |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Operate equipment and instruments in accordance with test method requirements |
Element: |
5 Process and interpret data |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Record test data noting atypical observations 5.2 Construct calibration graphs and compute results for all samples from these graphs |
Element: |
6 Maintain a safe work environment |
Performance Criteria: |
6.1 Use established safe work practices and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of other laboratory personnel |
Element: |
7 Maintain laboratory records |
Performance Criteria: |
7.1 Enter approved data into laboratory information management system (LIMS) |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
learning activities will include face-to-face theory classes, laboratory exercises, group discussions, worksheets
Teaching Schedule
TERM 1
Week # |
Date week of |
Theory (2hr) |
Lab (3hr) |
Purpose |
Assessment |
1
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5-Feb |
Topic 1 1.Outline of course 2. Metrology: Significant Figures, Units |
No Lab |
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2 |
12-Feb |
Topic 2 |
Lab 1 |
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Classifying matter, |
Lab Safety induction (Compulsory) Mass: Using balances |
safety induction |
Lab Records & Labskills
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skill building | |||||
3 |
19-Feb |
Topic 3 |
Lab 2 |
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Periodic table, Electron configuration of atoms - shells, subshells & orbitals, Ions |
Volume: Lab glassware Volume: Glass pipettes |
skill building |
Lab Records & Labskills
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4 |
26-Feb |
Topic 4 |
Lab 3 |
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Chemical bonds: |
Volume: Micropipettes Prepare Samples: Centrifuges |
skill building |
Lab Records & Labskills
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5 |
6-Mar |
Topic 5 |
Lab 4 |
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Review bonds, Electronegativity, classifying bonds, |
Mixing solutions Chemical Test 1: Conductivity of aqueous solutions (Incl. MSDS) |
instrumental chemical test |
Lab Records & Labskills REPORT 1 |
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multiple measurements | |||||
sample prep: | |||||
6 |
12-Mar |
Topic 6 |
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Formula weight, the mole, Avogadro's number, Concentration: (Labour Day-mon) No Class |
Lab Class TBA |
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Complete Quizzes Worksheeets online |
7 |
19-Mar |
Topic 7 |
Lab 5 |
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Spectrophotometry, Balancing Chemical Equations |
Prepare Solutions Incl. Chem Labels |
skill building; |
Lab Records & Labskills (Prepare solutions for REPORT 2) |
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sample prep: dissolve, dilute & mix | |||||
8 |
26-Mar |
Revision |
Lab Skills Exam 1 PATH (Tues) BIO (Wed) ** |
skill building; formal feedback |
Lab Skills Exam 1 Lab Records: |
Thurs 29th March – Wednesday 4th Apr Student vacation (Easter) |
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8 |
2-Apr |
Theory exam 1** |
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skill building; formal feedback |
Theory exam 1 |
9 |
Theory exam 1 Bio: Path: ** |
Prac Exam Retests & LOGBOOK REVIEW** |
skill building; formal feedback |
Theory exam 1 |
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9-Apr |
*Subject to change. **To be confirmed
Program: Chem Tests: Semester 1, 2018.
Biotechnology & Pathology Testing: Theory & Laboratory Classes
TERM 2
We |
Date week of |
Theory |
Lab |
Purpose |
Assessment |
10 |
16-Apr |
Topic 8 |
Lab 6 |
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Stoichiometry Solubility, |
Chemical Test 2: Spectrophotometry of CuSO4
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instrumental chemical test |
Lab Records & Labskills |
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11 |
23-Apr |
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No theory classes |
No lab classes (ANZAC Day 25th April) |
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12 |
30-Apr |
Topic 9 |
Lab 7 |
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Limiting & excess reagents,% yields, Ionic reactions & equations (net & ionic), Solubilities of ionic compounds |
Chemical Test 3: |
instrumental chemical test |
Lab Records & Labskills REPORT 2 |
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multiple measurements | |||||
sample prep: dissolve, dilute, mix | |||||
13 |
7-May |
Topic 10 |
Lab 8 |
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Reaction rates, Reversible reactions, Chemical equilibrium, |
Chemical Test 4: Precipitation of BaSO4 |
(NON-instrumental chemical test) |
Lab Records & Labskills
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sample prep: dissolve, dilute, centrifuge | |||||
multiple measurements | |||||
14 |
14-May |
Topic 11 |
Lab 9 |
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Serial Dilutions Polar/Non-Polar molecules |
Chemical Test 5: Explore Reaction Rates and Equilibrium |
(NON-instrumental chemical test) |
Lab Records & Labskills
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sample prep: | |||||
15 |
21-May |
Revision |
Lab Skills Exam 2 |
Solution making Spectrophotometry |
Lab Skills Exam 2 FINAL Lab Records: |
16 |
Week of 28/5 |
Theory exam 2 |
Lab Skills Exam Retests & LOGBOOK REVIEW |
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Theory exam 2 |
17 |
Week of 4/6 |
Prac exam retests Alternative assessments (Special consideration only) |
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*Subject to change.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Online quizzes
written tests
written practical reports
laboratory skills tests
laboratory logbook
Assessment Tasks
Satisfactory/Not yet satisfactory
Assessment | Value | Due Date |
Theory Exam 1 | 25% | Week 8 & 9 |
Theory Exam 2 | 25% | Week 16 |
Lab Records | 20% | Week 15 |
Lab Report 1 | 15% | Week 6 |
Lab Report 2 | 15% | Week 13 |
Prac Exam 1 | satisfactory/not yet satisfactory | Week 8 & 9 |
Prac Exam 2 | satisfactory/not yet satisfactory | Week 15 |
Demonstration of Lab Skills | satisfactory/not yet satisfactory |
Weekly |
Assessment Matrix
Other Information
Assessment Information
This course is graded in accordance with competency-based assessment, but which also utilise graded assessment
CHD Competent with High Distinction (80 – 100%)
CDI Competent with Distinction (70 – 79%)
CC Competent with Credit (60 – 69%)
CAG Competency Achieved – Graded (50 – 59%)
NYC Not Yet Competent (0 – 49%)
DNS Did Not Submit for assessment
- To pass the course you need to pass, on average, each type of assessment (exams, pracs, and assignments etc.) For example, if there are two exams you need to have an average of 50% to pass and you also need to have passed the other assessment types. You can’t make up marks from one type of assessment to another (e.g. pass the exams but fail the prac component). Late work that is submitted without an application for an extension (see below) will not be corrected.
- APPLICATION FOR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR SUBMISSION OF ASSESSABLE WORK - A student may apply for an extension of up to 7 days from the original due date. They must lodge the application form (available online http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension) at least 24 hours before the due date. The application form should be emailed to the Program Coordinator (namrita.kaul@rmit.edu.au) Students requiring longer extensions must apply for SPECIAL CONSIDERATION.
- For missed assessments such as exams- you (& your doctor if you are sick) must fill out a special consideration form. This form must be lodged online with supporting evidence prior to, or within, 48 hours of the scheduled time of examination http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration
- A minimum of 80% attendance at practical classes is required to pass this course. If you are sick you should submit a medical certificate to 6th floor office addressed to the Program Coordinator. If you miss a practical class that is a prac report write up you need to provide a medical certificate (or other evidence) and arrange an alternative report with your teacher
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