Module Details
| Module Code: |
CHEM6011 |
| Title: |
Biological Chemistry 1
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Long Title:
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Biological Chemistry 1
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| NFQ Level: |
Fundamental |
| Valid From: |
Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( September 2019 ) |
| Field of Study: |
4421 - Chemistry
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| Module Description: |
This module introduces the students to the fundamentals of atomic theory, the periodic table, chemical bonding, stoichiometric calculations and thermochemistry.
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| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
| LO1 |
Describe fundamental principles of atomic theory and chemical bonding |
| LO2 |
Outline the main features of the periodic table of the elements |
| LO3 |
Perform basic stoichiometric calculations |
| LO4 |
Perform some basic calculations regarding heat changes |
| LO5 |
Use a range of chemical equipment and techniques to perform basic laboratory procedures |
| Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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| 12915 |
CHEM6011 |
Biological Chemistry 1 |
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
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| No incompatible modules listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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| No Co-requisite modules listed |
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
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| None specified |
| Indicative Content |
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Atomic Theory and Periodic Table
Sub-atomic particles, electronic structure of atoms, structure of the periodic table, classification of the elements, trends in properties of elements
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Chemical Bonding
Ionic and covalent bonds, valance bond theory, intermolecular forces, hybridisation, shapes of molecules and ions, relevant examples
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Stoichiometry
Balanced equations, the mole, solutions, concentration calculations
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Thermochemistry
First law of thermodynamics, Hess’s Law, heats of reaction, calorimetry, enthalpy changes, bond energies
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Module Content & Assessment
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Coursework | 100.00% |
Assessments
| No End of Module Formal Examination |
| Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
| Workload: Full Time |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lecture |
Contact |
Delivery of course material and problem solving |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Lab |
Contact |
Practical skills development |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Theory review and exam practice |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Total Hours |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
| Workload: Part Time |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lecture |
Contact |
Delivery of course material and problem solving |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Lab |
Contact |
Practical skills development |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Theory review and exam practice |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Total Hours |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
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Module Resources
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| Recommended Book Resources |
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Brown T.E., Le May H.E. Jr., Bursten B.E., Murphy C., Woodward P., Stoltzfus M.E.. (2017), Chemistry the Central Science, 14th. Pearson, [ISBN: 9780134414232].
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McMurry J.E., Fay R.C., Robinson J.K.. (2015), Chemistry, 7th. Pearson, US, [ISBN: 9780321940872].
| | Supplementary Book Resources |
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Petrucci, R.H., Herring, G.F., Madura, J.D., Bissonnette, C.. (2016), General Chemistry: Principles and Modern Applications, 11th. Pearson, [ISBN: 9780132931281].
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Freemantle M.H.. (1995), Chemistry in Action, Macmillan, [ISBN: 9780333565155].
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Sackheim, G.I.. (2008), Introduction to Chemistry for Biology Students, 9th. Cummings, [ISBN: 9780805395716].
| | This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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| Other Resources |
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Website, Khan Academy. (2017), Khan Academy Chemistry,
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Website, Chemistry LibreTexts. (2016), Chemistry LibreTexts,
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