Module Details
| Module Code: |
CHEM6002 |
| Title: |
Chemical Principles
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Long Title:
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Chemical Principles
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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 students to the fundamentals of atomic theory, chemical bonding, the periodic table, physical states of matter, and stoichiometric calculations
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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 and trends in the periodic table of elements |
| LO3 |
Apply fundamental chemical concepts to writing chemical equations and naming inorganic compounds |
| LO4 |
Perform basic stoichiometric calculations |
| 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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| 13215 |
CHEM6002 |
Chemical Principles |
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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| No requirements listed |
| Indicative Content |
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Atomic Structure
Sub-atomic particles, electonic structure of atoms, isotopes, radioactivity
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Periodic Table
Structure of the periodic table, classification of the elements, trends in the properties of the elements
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Chemical Bonding
Introduction to valence bond theory; ionic and covalent bonds, hybridisation, molecular geometry, valence shell electron pair repulsion theory (VSEPR); overview of metallic bonds and bonding in semi-conductors; relevant examples
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States of Matter
Intermolecular forces; physical properties of gases, liquids and solids
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Chemcial Nomenclature
Aims, history and types of chemical nomeclature. Organic and Inorganic nomenclature.
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Stoichiometry
Balanced equations, the mole, solutions, concentration calculations
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Practical programme
General chemistry laboratory procedures, gravimetric and volumetric analysis
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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 content and material underpinning learning outcomes |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Lab |
Contact |
Practical skills development |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Review of course material, completion of laboratory reports and exam practice |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Review of course material, completion of laboratory reports and exam practice |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Total Hours |
9.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
9.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
5.00 |
| Workload: Part Time |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lecture |
Contact |
Delivery of content and materials underpinning learning outcomes |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Lab |
Contact |
Practical skills development |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Review of course material, completion of laboratory reports and exam practice |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Total Hours |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
5.00 |
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Module Resources
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| Recommended Book Resources |
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Brown, LeMay, Bursten, Murphy, Woodward, Stoltzfus. (2017), Chemistry: The Central Science in SI Units, 14th.. Pearson, [ISBN: 9781292221229].
| | Supplementary Book Resources |
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McMurray, Fay, Robinson. (2015), Chemistry, 7th. Pearson, [ISBN: 9781292092751].
| | 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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