SCI06015 2020 Science Laboratory Skills 1

Demonstrate accuracy and precision in pipetting, solution preparation and perform measurements.

Experimentally perform, communicate and interpret laboratory determinations relating to titrations, pH and buffered systems.

Effective analysis, interpretation and presentation of scientific data.

Carry out laboratory work in a professional manner that meets best practice standards and health and safety requirements.

Communicate information accurately and effectively using written, visual and numeral forms.

Teaching and learning will be achieved via a blend of lecture material with laboratory-based practical coursework (3-day practical workshop in IT Sligo) and relevant experiment simulations, self-directed reading of the subject matter, laboratory report writing, assignment, discussion and assessment.

Assessment will be achieved through laboratory practical participation, report writing, assignment and quiz (multiple choice questions/short answer questions).

Repeat Assessment will be achieved through laboratory practical participation, report writing, assignment and quiz (multiple choice questions/short answer questions).

Data analysis, interpretation and presentation; Volumetric analysis; Determination of liquid and solid densities; Preparation of standard solution and concentration determinations; Acid/Base titrations, Potentiometric titration and determining pH; Glass pipetting and dilutions; Isoelectric point determination and evaluation of pH range over which a buffer solution is efficient.