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 the student will be able to
1. explain the basic features of the transition metal chemistry
2. derive the basic chemical and physical properties of d-block and f-block transition metals from their electron structures
3. describe the most important compounds of transition elements and name their applications
4. find and read basic scientific literature on a given topic related to the chemistry of elements
Credits: 5
Schedule: 26.10.2020 - 10.12.2020
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Maarit Karppinen
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Maarit Karppinen
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
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:
The course covers the basics of the chemistry of elements. The emphasis is on the d-block transition metals and lanthanoids.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Lectures, seminar presentation, homework and class-room problems and final examination
Workload
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Lectures 30 h
Home problem solving 30 h
Independent homework 72 h
Exam 3 h
DETAILS
Study Material
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
As agreed
SDG: Sustainable Development Goals
7 Affordable and Clean Energy
12 Responsible Production and Consumption
13 Climate Action
- Teacher: Karppinen Maarit
- Teacher: Karttunen Antti