ENVR06082 2019 Introductory Chemistry 1

Define fundamental scientific concepts in relation to chemistry

Apply fundamental scientific concepts to solve basic chemical problems

Explain the behaviour of chemical species using fundamental chemical concepts.

Implement basic skills in the use and manipulation of basic scientific equipment.

Interpret and report basic chemical data generated from experimental work.

This module will be delivered fulltime. This will include lectures, tutorials and laboratory practicals augmented by independent learning and directed learning. This approach is expected to address student learning needs. Moodle will be used as a repository of educational resources and as a means of assessment.

This module is 65% Continuous Assessment and 35% Final exam.

The continuous assessment will involve three (5% each) short answer/MCQ tests and the submission of laboratory reports based on the laboratory experiments undertaken during the semester.

Laboratory skills and report-writing ability are assessed as part of the practical work performed during the module. Regular summative tests are used to encourage engagement with the module, monitor progress and provide feedback. 

Self-assessment tests and other forms of formative assessment are provided to students to check their own progress towards achieving the learning outcomes of the module and to motivate learning.

The student must reach an assigned gate (mark) in the final exam and achieve 40% overall to pass the subject

Repeat Continuous Assessment and/or Final Exam

1. Define fundamental scientific concepts in relation to chemistry
   • Atomic Theory.
   •  The Periodic Table and its trends.
   • Chemical bonding (covalent & ionic).
   • Polarity of molecules.
   • Acid/Base chemistry.
   • The Mole.
   • Stoichiometry.
2. Apply fundamental scientific concepts to solve basic chemical problems
   • Calculation of atomic mass, molar mass and concentration
   • Balancing of chemical equations.
3. Explain the behaviour of chemical species using fundamental chemical concepts.
   • Polarity.
   • Solubility.
   • Chemical Reactions.
4. Implement basic skills in the use and manipulation of basic scientific equipment.
   • Gravimetric Analysis.
   • Volumetric Analysis.
   • Solution Preparation.
   • Laboratory safety.
5. Interpret and report basic chemical data generated from experimental work.
   • Data collection, analysis and display.
   • Report writing.