LEARNING OUTCOMES
After the course the student can:
- describe the principles of selected research instruments relevant for chemistry and materials science
- distinguish suitable methods for research problems
- operate selected research instruments in the laboratory
- assess the reliability of the results
- perform basic data analysis and interpretation
Credits: 5
Schedule: 04.09.2024 - 09.10.2024
Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Eeva-Leena Rautama
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (valid for whole curriculum period):
Language of instruction and studies (applies in this implementation):
Teaching language: English. Languages of study attainment: English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
valid for whole curriculum period:
Fundamental course on research techniques focusing on:
- theoretical principles of typical research instruments and methods applied in the field of chemistry and materials science (X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, selected spectroscopy methods applied for elemental and structural analysis)
- hands-on work with syntheses and laboratory instruments
- evaluation of the reliability and limits of the obtained results
Assessment Methods and Criteria
valid for whole curriculum period:
Exam and exercises affect the grade.
Attendance in laboratory works is compulsory.
Workload
valid for whole curriculum period:
Lectures, exercises, laboratory works
DETAILS
Study Material
valid for whole curriculum period:
Provided in the course
Substitutes for Courses
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Prerequisites
valid for whole curriculum period:
FURTHER INFORMATION
Further Information
valid for whole curriculum period:
Teaching Language: English
Teaching Period: 2024-2025 Autumn I - II
2025-2026 Autumn I - IIRegistration:
Only for students of the MSc Programme in Chemistry and Materials Science.