Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
After the course, student will be able to:
- explain the atomic structure and the basic principles of periodic table
- describe different types of chemical bonds in inorganic and organic compounds
- explain the significance of bonding for the structure and properties of matter, also from the point of view of applications
- write chemical reaction equations as well as know the basics of chemical equilibrium, and is able to apply them in practice
- understand how the structure of a molecule is connected to its reactivity
- work safely in a laboratory and document the work carried out in the laboratory
Credits: 5
Schedule: 07.09.2020 - 21.10.2020
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Ville Miikkulainen
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Ville Miikkulainen
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
Teacher in charge: University teacher Ville Miikkulainen
Contact information: Room B202a, Kemistintie 1; ville.miikkulainen@aalto.fi
CEFR level (applies in this implementation):
Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):
Teaching language: English
Languages of study attainment: English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
- Atomic structure, periodic table, and molecular orbital theory
- Structure, bonding, and reactivity of inorganic and organic compounds
- Stoichiometry, reaction equations
- Equilibrium reactions
- Working in laboratory and reporting results
Applies in this implementation:
See details on MyCourses workspace.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Homework, laboratory work, and exam.
Applies in this implementation:
Course point total maximum is 100. Course assessment is based on four elements:
- Lessons, max 10 course points, no required minimum
- Excercises, max 20 course points, no required minimum
- Lab work, max 10 course points, no required minimum, but mandatory to attend
- Exam, max 60 course points, required minimum 24 course points (40%), mandatory
- Lessons, max 10 course points, no required minimum
Workload
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
5 cr = 135 h
The course consists of:
- Laboratory safety course CHEM-E0140 in the beginning on the course
- Lectures
- Homework assignments
- Laboratory work
- ExamApplies in this implementation:
The workload is calculated based on learning sessions, lab work and independent reading and studying. Note that the course relies heavily on independent work!
- Learning sessions: 20 hours
- Laboratory work, related preparations and report: 15 hours
- Exam = 4 hours
- Reading the course material and doing the lesson exercises: 65 hours
- Other work (preparing for exam, working independently on exercises): 31 hours
Total = 135 hours
DETAILS
Study Material
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Available on the MyCources platform, mostly based on:
"Chemistry, A Molecular Approach" by N. J. Tro
"Organic Chemistry" by Clayden-Greeves-Warren
Applies in this implementation:
E-book: Chemistry, A Molecular Approach" by N. J. Tro. Login details will be provided to students that register to course.
Lesson activities will designate the required E-book chapters and other material included in MyCourses workspace.
Substitutes for Courses
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
This course cannot be a part of a BSc degree in Chemical Engineering taught in Finnish (Kemian tekniikan kandidaattiohjelma)
Prerequisites
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Laboratory safety course CHEM-E0140 must be passed before performing any laboratory work on this course.
Registration for Courses
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Sisu
Applies in this implementation:
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SDG: Sustainable Development Goals
3 Good Health and Well-being
7 Affordable and Clean Energy
9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
FURTHER INFORMATION
Details on the schedule
Applies in this implementation:
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