RACI Titration Competition
The RACI Titration Competition is a national analytical chemistry challenge run by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI). ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ôº proudly enters teams of senior Chemistry students in this prestigious competition each year.
Our students regularly achieve excellent results, demonstrating precision, teamwork, and advanced laboratory skills under pressure. Their performance reflects the strength of practical chemistry teaching at Sydney Tech and the commitment of our students to academic excellence.
What Is the Titration Competition?
The RACI Titration Competition tests students’ ability to perform accurate and repeatable volumetric analyses—a key skill in senior chemistry and university-level science.
Working in teams of three, students:
Perform a series of acid–base titrations
Aim to determine the exact concentration of an unknown solution
Are assessed on the accuracy and consistency of their measurements
The competition encourages attention to detail, time management, and collaboration—skills essential for success in senior science and tertiary studies.
Why Participate?
Participation in the Titration Competition offers:
Extension beyond the classroom syllabus
Experience with real-world analytical chemistry
Preparation for science-related university courses
A fun and competitive environment that challenges high-achieving students
Top-performing teams may qualify for the state and national finals, competing against the best schools across NSW and Australia.
Sydney Tech and the RACI Titration Competition
Our students are selected and trained in laboratory skills during enrichment sessions. They practise using industry-standard equipment and refine their technique in preparation for competition conditions.
This opportunity complements the Stage 6 Chemistry course and offers a tangible connection to future STEM pathways, including medicine, engineering, and research science.
The RACI Titration Competition is just one of the many ways ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ôº nurtures scientific excellence and provides students with authentic, high-impact learning experiences.
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