The unit provides a comprehensive coverage of the principles of organic chemistry. These principles are used to develop aspects of structure, bonding and isomersims, together with organic creation mechanism and functional group chemistry. Experimental methods fundamental to organic chemistry are also covered. The unit content is appropriate for employees working in chemical industry, for learners hoping to gain such employment or for learners progressing to higher levels of study. 

Science Learners need to acquire a breadth and depth of practical skills in order to become proficient at experimental work across the range of disciplines embraced by the subject of chemistry. In this unit learners will become familiar with titrimetric, spectroscopic and chromatographic techniques in addition to techniques needed to prepare pure samples of compounds. They will also develop the ability to present experimental results in a variety of formats and to write different styles of report. Learners will also learn how to assess the risks associated with particular practical techniques. 

On completion of the unit, learners should have developed the flexibility to use unfamiliar techniques by following given instructions and be able to report on and assess the reliability of the techniques.

This unit looks at the application of nuclear properties to analytical chemistry techniques and in the production of nuclear power.