Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Chemistry & Molec Biosciences
Introduction to advanced materials & nanotechnology. This course explores the forces that control self-assembly in 2D and 3D nanomaterials and how these lead to the unique properties of nanomaterials, covering both inorganic and organic materials including surfactants, colloids, polymers and biologically-inspired systems. The assembly, state-of-art characterisation, chemistry, structure-property relationships & novel applications are covered in this course.
This course will provide students with a basic understanding of the chemistry of materials, self assembled systems, polymer science and colloid and surface science, as well as how these relate to nanoscience. The goals of this course is to give students skills that will enable them to critically appraise cutting edge characterisation techniques used in nanoscience; to plan, implement and report on collaborative experimental activities; to develop knowledge of practical aspects of materials chemistry and nanoscience; to develop written and oral communication skills.
Course requirements
Assumed background
It will be assumed that students have a knowledge of at least the fundamental aspects of the first and second level chemistry subjects including CHEM2060/2902, and of the manipulation of data and report writing skills learned by successful completion of practical work associated with CHEM2054.
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
(CHEM2060 or CHEM2902) or CHEM2056 or (PHYS2020 + PHYS2041)
Recommended prerequisites
We recommend completing the following courses before enrolling in this one:
CHEM2054 or CHEM2058 or SCIE2020
Incompatible
You can't enrol in this course if you've already completed the following:
CHEM3013, CHEE4301, MATE6301
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Guest lecturer
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
Check your online timetable regularly.
Aims and outcomes
This course deals with a range of concepts which can be used to explain phenomena in materials chemistry and nanoscience. Students will gain an understanding of the core content covering self assembly, interfacial phenomena,ᅠmacromolecules and colloidal chemistry. In addition, students will become familiar with problem solving, experimental design, collaborative work, tools used in nanoscience, and will develop written and oral communication skills. This will provide students with skills applicable to advanced study, research and industry placements.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
demonstrate understanding of fundamental concepts of materials chemistry, nanoscience, colloid and surface science, and self assembly
LO2.
identify the applicability of chemical concepts in interdisciplinary contexts
LO3.
critically appraise the application of advanced characterisation techniques in nanoscience
LO4.
acquire and demonstrate individual practical skills in quantitative materials chemistry and nanoscience
Assessment
Assessment summary
Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
---|---|---|---|
Tutorial/ Problem Set |
Written assignment during each contact
|
20% |
5/08/2024 5:00 pm 12/08/2024 5:00 pm 19/08/2024 5:00 pm 26/08/2024 5:00 pm |
Practical/ Demonstration |
Brief experimental reports
|
15% |
The report will be due at 2.00 pm on the day before your next experiment is scheduled, and more detail on submission deadlines will be posted on Blackboard. |
Practical/ Demonstration |
Experimental report
|
10% |
25/10/2024 2:00 pm |
Examination |
End of semester exam
|
55% |
End of Semester Exam Period 2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024 |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
Written assignment during each contact
- Hurdle
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Tutorial/ Problem Set
- Weight
- 20%
- Due date
5/08/2024 5:00 pm
12/08/2024 5:00 pm
19/08/2024 5:00 pm
26/08/2024 5:00 pm
Task description
Analysis of provided data using the analytical method that is the subject of each contact, described in the lecture in the morning of the day on which the contact is held. The assignment worksheet, which will be handed out at the start of each of the four contacts, is to be handed in at the conclusion of the session. Each worksheet is worth 5% of the final grade.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of Generative AI may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Hurdle requirements
See ADDITIONAL COURSE GRADING INFORMATION for the hurdle/s relating to this assessment item.Submission guidelines
To be handed in at the conclusion of each of four contacts.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Brief experimental reports
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Practical/ Demonstration
- Weight
- 15%
- Due date
The report will be due at 2.00 pm on the day before your next experiment is scheduled, and more detail on submission deadlines will be posted on Blackboard.
Task description
3 short reports to be submitted following experimental work (Pracs 1-3) for a total of 15% of assessment.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Hurdle requirements
See ADDITIONAL COURSE GRADING INFORMATION for the hurdle/s relating to this assessment item.Submission guidelines
This assignment must be submitted via the appropriate Turnitin submission point found on the course Blackboard site. It is your responsibility to check that your submitted document is correct and that you have received a Turnitin receipt. Submit your assessment item through the course Turnitin submission point in Blackboard. Before submitting your assessment item to Turnitin please name your file in the following way. FAMILY NAME_GivenName_StudentID_CourseCode_AssignmentName For example: Bob Smith (ID: 54329876) would name his ABCD1234 essay 1 in the following way. SMITH_Bob_54329876_ABCD1234_Essay1
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Applications for Extensions
Information on applying for an extension can be found here: my.UQ Applying for an extension.
Extension applications must be received by the assessment due date and time.
If you are unable to provide approved documentation to support your application by the due date and time, you must still submit your application by the deadline but with an attached Word document that outlines why you cannot provide the approved documentation by the deadline. You will then need to acquire and upload the approved documentation to your request within 24 hours. Please note: When an extension request has been submitted and is pending, students are expected to continue to work on the assessment item, with the aim of submitting by the requested due date and time.
Prolonged Absence
If you have been ill or unable to attend class for more than 14 days, we advise you to carefully consider whether you are capable of successfully completing your courses this semester.
Extensions with Student Access Plans (SAP)
For extensions up to 7 days, your SAP is all that is required as documentation to support your application. However, extension requests longer than 7 days (for any one assessment item) will require the submission of additional supporting documentation e.g. a medical certificate.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
You are required to submit assessable items on time. If you fail to meet the submission deadline for any assessment item, then 10% of the maximum possible mark for the assessment item (assessment ‘marked from’ value) will be deducted as a late penalty for every day (or part day) late after the due date. For example, if you submit your assignment 1 hour late, you will be penalised 10%; if your assignment is 24.5 hours late, you will be penalised 20% (because it is late by one 24-hour period plus part of another 24-hour period). 10% will be deducted per day for up to 7 calendar days, at which point your submission will receive a mark of zero (0) unless an extension has been approved.
In most instances one or more hurdles will apply to your assessment item so you will need to submit it to fulfil the requirements of the course regardless of how late it is and the mark you are likely to be awarded.
Experimental report
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Practical/ Demonstration
- Weight
- 10%
- Due date
25/10/2024 2:00 pm
Task description
One detailed experimental report for Experiment 4 in the style of a short journal article to be submitted. The due date and time are 2.00 pm on 25 October.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Hurdle requirements
See ADDITIONAL COURSE GRADING INFORMATION for the hurdle/s relating to this assessment item.Submission guidelines
This assignment must be submitted via the appropriate Turnitin submission point found on the course Blackboard site. It is your responsibility to check that your submitted document is correct and that you have received a Turnitin receipt. Submit your assessment item through the course Turnitin submission point in Blackboard. Before submitting your assessment item to Turnitin please name your file in the following way. FAMILY NAME_GivenName_StudentID_CourseCode_AssignmentName For example: Bob Smith (ID: 54329876) would name his ABCD1234 essay 1 in the following way. SMITH_Bob_54329876_ABCD1234_Essay1
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Applications for Extensions
Information on applying for an extension can be found here: my.UQ Applying for an extension.
Extension applications must be received by the assessment due date and time.
If you are unable to provide approved documentation to support your application by the due date and time, you must still submit your application by the deadline but with an attached Word document that outlines why you cannot provide the approved documentation by the deadline. You will then need to acquire and upload the approved documentation to your request within 24 hours. Please note: When an extension request has been submitted and is pending, students are expected to continue to work on the assessment item, with the aim of submitting by the requested due date and time.
Prolonged Absence
If you have been ill or unable to attend class for more than 14 days, we advise you to carefully consider whether you are capable of successfully completing your courses this semester.
Extensions with Student Access Plans (SAP)
For extensions up to 7 days, your SAP is all that is required as documentation to support your application. However, extension requests longer than 7 days (for any one assessment item) will require the submission of additional supporting documentation e.g. a medical certificate.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
You are required to submit assessable items on time. If you fail to meet the submission deadline for any assessment item, then 10% of the maximum possible mark for the assessment item (assessment ‘marked from’ value) will be deducted as a late penalty for every day (or part day) late after the due date. For example, if you submit your assignment 1 hour late, you will be penalised 10%; if your assignment is 24.5 hours late, you will be penalised 20% (because it is late by one 24-hour period plus part of another 24-hour period). 10% will be deducted per day for up to 7 calendar days, at which point your submission will receive a mark of zero (0) unless an extension has been approved.
In most instances one or more hurdles will apply to your assessment item so you will need to submit it to fulfil the requirements of the course regardless of how late it is and the mark you are likely to be awarded.
End of semester exam
- Hurdle
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 55%
- Due date
End of Semester Exam Period
2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024
Task description
End of semester exam based on lecture material.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of Generative AI may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Hurdle requirements
See ADDITIONAL COURSE GRADING INFORMATION for the hurdle/s relating to this assessment item.Exam details
Planning time | 10 minutes |
---|---|
Duration | 120 minutes |
Calculator options | (In person) Casio FX82 series or UQ approved , labelled calculator only |
Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - specified written materials permitted |
Materials | One A4 sheet of handwritten notes, double sided, is permitted |
Exam platform | Paper based |
Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
Grade | Description |
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1 (Low Fail) |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Some engagement with the assessment tasks; however no demonstrated evidence of understanding of the concepts in the field of study The minimum percentage required for this grade is: 0% |
2 (Fail) |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Inability to apply knowledge and skills The minimum percentage required for this grade is: 30% |
3 (Marginal Fail) |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: Emerging ability to apply knowledge and skills The minimum percentage required for this grade is: 45% |
4 (Pass) |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Acceptable application of knowledge and skills The minimum percentage required for this grade is: 50% |
5 (Credit) |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Effective application of knowledge and skills The minimum percentage required for this grade is: 65% |
6 (Distinction) |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Extensive application of knowledge and skills The minimum percentage required for this grade is: 75% |
7 (High Distinction) |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Original, novel and/or creative application of knowledge and skills. The minimum percentage required for this grade is: 85% |
Additional course grading information
ᅠAssessment Hurdles
In order to pass this course, you must meet ALL of the following requirements (if you do not meet these requirements, the maximum grade you will receive will be a 3):
1.ᅠᅠYou must obtain an overall course mark of 50% or more; and
2.ᅠᅠYou must obtain an overall mark of 40% or more on the end of semester exam; and
3.ᅠᅠYou must obtain a minimum weighted average mark of 40% across all other non-examination course assessment items and learning tasks ᅠ(Laboratory Report plus Full Experimental Report plus Contact assignments).
The maximum grade you will receive will be a 2 if you:
1.ᅠ Obtain aᅠweighted average mark of 30% or less across the non-examination course assessment items and learning tasks ᅠ(Laboratory Report plus Full Experimental Report plus Contact assignments); and/or
2.ᅠ Obtain an overall mark of 30% or less on the end of semester exam.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Should you fail a course with a grade of 3, you may be eligible for supplementary assessment. Refer to my.UQ for information on supplementary assessment and how to apply.
Supplementary assessment provides an additional opportunity to demonstrate you have achieved all the required learning outcomes for a course.
If you apply and are granted supplementary assessment, the type of supplementary assessment set will consider which learning outcome(s) have not been met.
Supplementary assessment can take any form (such as a written report, oral presentation, examination or other appropriate assessment) and may test specific learning outcomes tailored to the individual student, or all learning outcomes.
To receive a passing grade of 3S4, you must obtain a mark of 50% or more on the supplementary assessment.
Additional assessment information
Assessment Submission
It is the responsibility of the student to ensure the on time, correct and complete submission of all assessment items.
Please ensure you receive and save the submission confirmation for all submitted items, you may be asked to produce this as evidence of your submission.
Turnitin
By submitting work through Turnitin you are deemed to have accepted the following declaration “I certify that this assignment is my own work and has not been submitted, either previously or concurrently, in whole or in part, to this University or any other educational institution, for marking or assessment”.
All students must ensure they receive their Turnitin receipt on submission of any assessments. A valid Turnitin receipt will be the only evidence accepted if one or more of your submissions are missing. Without evidence, the assessment will receive the standard late penalty, or after seven days, will receive zero. In the case of a Blackboard outage, please contact the Course Coordinator as soon as possible to confirm the outage with ITS.
Assessment/Attendance
Please notify your Course Coordinator as soon as you become aware of any issue that may affect your ability to meet the assessment/attendance requirements of the course. The my.UQ website and the Electronic Course Profile (ECP) for your course also provide information about your course requirements, the rules associated with your courses and services offered by the University.
A note for repeating students in this course
Any student who enrols in a course must not be given exemption or partial credit from their previous attempt(s) for any individual piece of assessment. Instead, the student must successfully complete all of the learning activities and assessment items within the study period of enrolment (PPL Assessment - Procedures Section: Assessment integrity).
If the same assessment item is set from one year to the next, repeating students are allowed to submit the same work they submitted in previous attempts at the course. Where possible SCMB recommends that you use the feedback you received in your last attempt to improve parts of the item where you lost marks. Resubmission of an altered or unaltered assessment item by a repeating student (where the same assessment has been set) will not be considered as self-plagiarism.
Important Note
Turnitin is to be used for assignments/laboratory reports to check for plagiarism. Penalties can be severe for plagiarism.
The University has adopted the following definition of plagiarism: Plagiarism is the act of misrepresenting as one's own original work the ideas, interpretations, words or creative works of another either intentionally or unintentionally. These include published and unpublished documents, designs, music, sounds, images, photographs, computer codes and ideas gained through working in a group. These ideas, interpretations, words or works may be found in print and/or electronic media.
Students are encouraged to read the UQ Academic Integrity and Plagiarism policy.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Library resources are available on the UQ Library website.
Additional learning resources information
Blackboard
You are advised to regularly consult the CHEM3030 Blackboard site, which is accessed from learn.uq.edu.au by clicking on the "CHEM3030" link.
Downloadable material will be available from the "Class Resources" section of the site. Book chapters for selected topics will be supplied.
Please check the Announcements section of the Blackboard site regularly for information updates.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
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Multiple weeks From Week 1 To Week 4 |
Lecture |
Concepts of self assembly (Lawrie) |
Week 3 |
Lecture |
SPM technique lecture (Lawrie) This is to support the workshop on SPM |
Problem-based learning |
Scanning probe microscopy (SPM) contact |
|
Multiple weeks From Week 4 To Week 8 |
Lecture |
Nanoscience concepts (Gentle) |
Week 4 |
Lecture |
XPS technique lecture This is to support the workshop on XPS. |
Problem-based learning |
X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) contact |
|
Week 5 |
Lecture |
Scattering methods technique lecture This is to support the workshop on X-ray & neutron scattering. |
Problem-based learning |
Scattering methods contact |
|
Week 6 |
Problem-based learning |
Electron microscopy contact |
Lecture |
SEM/TEM technique lecture (Luo) This is to support the workshop on electron microscopy |
|
Multiple weeks From Week 7 To Week 11 |
Practical |
Laboratory practicals Each practical is conducted in a 3-hour session in the Level 5 (Building 68) laboratory. The first 3 weeks are single week experiments with brief experimental reports to be submitted. The fourth experiment is conducted over 2 weeks with a more detailed experimental report submission. |
Multiple weeks From Week 8 To Week 12 |
Lecture |
Macromolecular chemistry (Monteiro/Whittaker) |
Additional learning activity information
More details including information about due dates, marking criteria and report templates can be found in Blackboard.
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
You'll also need to be aware of the following policies and procedures while completing this course:
- Laboratory Occupational Health and Safety