Faculty of Science School of Chemistry

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• Dr. Spas Kolev (Room 212)

Information and Resources for Enrolled Students

Dr. Kolev

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• Past Exam Papers for Chemistry
• Staff/Student Liaison Committee

Subject Description and Generic Skills

In this subject we will discuss the management of analytical quality and analytical techniques such as inductively coupled plasma atomic emission spectrometry (ICP-AES), ion selective electrodes (ISE), polarography and anodic stripping voltammetry (ASV) in the context of the characterisation and treatment of industrial effluents to achieve desirable environmental outcomes. Industrial processes will centre on the minerals industry and the interaction of toxic contaminants with the natural environment will be discussed. Web-deliverable material will be used to reiterate aspects of the course presented in lectures and tutorials. Upon completion of the subject, students should be able to develop selection criteria for the choice of suitable methods for environmental analyses and apply analytical and problem-solving skills to the consideration of treatment options for industrial effluents.

From the practical component, students should acquire enhanced laboratory skills, skills in planning and time management, teamwork skills, critical thinking skills and report-writing skills.

This subject will provide the student with the opportunity to establish/develop the following generic skills: an advanced understanding of the changing knowledge base, problem solving and critical thinking skills, an ability to evaluate the research and professional literature, a capacity to apply concepts developed in one area to a different context, and the ability to use conceptual models to rationalize observations.

QOT survey - student feedback

Both the lectures and the practical component of this subject were very well received by students last year. Suggestions were made for recommending more books for extra reading and giving more examples relevant to the lecture material. These recommendations will be taken into account in updating the lectures for this year.