Module Details

Module Code: CHEO6002
Title: Organic & Inorganic Chemistry
Long Title: Organic and Inorganic Chemistry
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2009/10 ( September 2009 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 4423 - Organic Chemistry
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module introduces the learner to the acidity and basicity of compounds and the nature of inorganic and organic substances. The module also covers purification and separation techniques.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Describe acids and bases and the measurement of pH.
LO2 Compare and contrast organic and inorganic compounds.
LO3 Identify the main functional groups giving examples of their reactions.
LO4 Perform a range of experiments and explain the principles underlying the chemical tests and techniques.
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).
Fundamentals of Chemistry 1 or equivalent is strongly recommended.
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.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
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.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Inorganic Chemistry
Acid, bases, strong and weak. pH calculation and measurement, buffers, titrations. Salts. Corrosion, Neutralization, Precipitation, Decomposition, Oxidation – Reduction. Exothermic & Endothermic Reactions, Catalysts.
Organic Chemistry
Importance and properties of organic compounds. Saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons, Functional groups and classification. Examples of organic reactions. Biomolecules. Polymers. Pharmaceutical molecules.
Product Isolation and Purification Techniques.
Extraction, phase separations, crystallisation and distillation. Examples of relevant organic reactions based on the company’s products. Safety considerations.
Laboratory Programme
pH measurement and titrations. Buffer preparation. Recrystallation of an impure solid. Liquid -liquid extraction. Distillation. Isolation of caffeine from tea. Organic synthesis e.g. aspirin. Preparation of esters. Ion exchange resins.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework50.00%
End of Module Formal Examination50.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
I hour written
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,4
Assessment Description
Laboratory
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 3,4
Assessment Description
30 minute written examination
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 50
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination

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 Classroom Instruction Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Practicals Every Second Week 1.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Student learning and report writing Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 8.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Classroom Instruction Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Laboratory Practicals Every Second Week 1.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Student learning and report writing Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 8.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Burns, R.A. I. (2003), Fundamentals of Chemistry, 4th Edition. Prentice Hall, [ISBN: 9780130337191].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Kennedy, D.. Chemistry Live, Folens, [ISBN: 1841313920.].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_SGMPR_6 Higher Certificate in Science in Good Manufacturing Practice and Technology 3 Mandatory