Engineering Chemistry

Undergraduate | 2026

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Mode
Mode
Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
ENGP 2004
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Course ID
200693
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Phys, Chem and E Sci
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Course level
2
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

Engineering Chemistry is a first-year course designed for chemical engineering students, regardless of their prior chemistry knowledge. The course covers fundamental concepts such as atomic structure, chemical bonding, states of matter, thermodynamics, kinetics, equilibrium, electrochemistry, and basic organic chemistry. By exploring these essential topics, students will gain a robust understanding of the chemical principles that underpin engineering processes, providing a solid foundation for their future studies in chemical engineering.

  • Introduction to Chemistry
  • Chemical Reactions
  • Energy & Kinetics
  • Practicals

Course learning outcomes

  • Apply knowledge of basic concepts of chemistry and quantitative skills to solve problems.
  • Interpret, record and present results of laboratory practicals.
  • Interpret safety information to solve problems and prepare for laboratory practicals.

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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