| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
|---|---|
To introduce students to the fundamental concepts of chemistry as a basis for further study.
At the end of this course students should:
• know the language of chemistry
• be able to manipulate formulae, equations and amounts
• know about the elements and the Periodic Table
• understand atomic structure
• understand solution chemistry and the nature of acids and bases
• appreciate the energy changes involved in reactions
• understand some properties of gases
• know about bonding and structure in organic and inorganic substances
• know about a range of functional groups in organic chemistry
• understand trends in the reactivity of elements and their compounds
Elements and the Periodic Table
Chemical reactions
Atomic Structure
Formulae, equations and amounts
Solution chemistry
Acids and bases
Energy and reactions
The properties of gases
Bonding and structure
Organic molecules
Functional group chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry and the Periodic Table
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Academic Staff Contact Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 24 | 1:00 | 24:00 | 24:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 12 | 1:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 64:00 | 64:00 | 0:00 | N/A |
| Total | 100:00 | 36:00 |
The lectures will be used to convey information.
The tutorials will be used to distribute problem sheets and to provide formative feedback following their completion by the students.
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prob solv exercises | 1 | M | 20 | Class test |
| Prob solv exercises | 1 | M | 80 | Problem sheets |
The problem sheets allow students to practice the concepts introduced and to obtain formative feedback. The class test assesses overall knowledge and application of the module content.
Disclaimer: The University will use all reasonable endeavours to deliver modules in accordance with the descriptions set out in this catalogue. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information, however, the University reserves the right to introduce changes to the information given including the addition, withdrawal or restructuring of modules if it considers such action to be necessary.