KEMP1110 The World of Molecules (5 cr)
Study level:
Basic studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish
Responsible organisation:
Department of Chemistry
Curriculum periods:
2020-2021, 2021-2022, 2022-2023
Description
- Basic concepts in chemistry, scientific approach
- Chemical elements and structure of the periodic table
- Compounds and nomenclature of common compounds
- Balancing chemical reactions and stoichiometry
- Behaviour of gases, ideal gas laws
- Introduction to the quantum mechanic model of atoms and molecules
- Chemical bond and intermolecular forces
- Structure of molecules: Lewis-, VSEPR-, valence bond and molecular orbital models
- Introduction to optical spectrosopy
Learning outcomes
A student who has passed the course:
- Knows how to use basic concepts in chemistry
- Knows the basics of the nomenclature of compounds
- Can write and balance chemical equations and make stoichiometric and concentration calculations
- Knows the background of the ideal gas law and knows how to use it to calculate properties of gases
- Can explain properties of elements based on the periodic table and electronic configuration
- Can qualitatively discuss the quantum mechanical model of atoms and molecules
- Knows how to apply chemical bonding models in determining or discussing the structure and properties of molecules
- Knows the basics of IR and UV/VIS spectroscopic methods
Working life skills
- Knows the basics of a scientific approach.
- Trained in using a science book written in English.
Description of prerequisites
Basics of upper secondary school level chemistry or equivalent is recommended.
Study materials
- Tro, Nivaldo J.: Chemistry - a Molecular Approach, International or Global Edition, Pearson Education International
- 1.-4. Editions: chapters 1-5, 7-10 and 11.1-11.4.
- 5. Edition: chapters 1-6, 8-11 and 12.1-12.4.
- Additional material for optical spectroscopy available from the Responsible teacher.
Completion methods
These completion methods are for University of Jyväskylä degree students. Other options:
Method 1
Evaluation criteria:
Luentokurssiarvioinnissa arviointi perustuu harjoitusten ja tentin yhteispisteisiin. Kirjatenttiarviointi perustuu ainoastaan tenttipisteisiin. Kurssi arvioidaan aina opiskelijalta molemmilla arviointitavoilla ja kurssin arvosanaksi tulee näistä kahdesta parempi.
Time of teaching:
Period 1
Select all marked parts
Method 2
Evaluation criteria:
The course will be graded based on the total sum of exam points.
Select all marked parts
Parts of the completion methods
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Participation in teaching (5 cr)
Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Evaluation criteria:
Luentokurssiarvioinnissa arviointi perustuu harjoitusten ja tentin yhteispisteisiin. Kirjatenttiarviointi perustuu ainoastaan tenttipisteisiin. Kurssi arvioidaan aina opiskelijalta molemmilla arviointitavoilla ja kurssin arvosanaksi tulee näistä kahdesta parempi.
Language:
Finnish
Study methods:
Lähiopetusta, itsenäistä opiskelua ja harjoituksia.
Teaching
9/1–10/23/2020 Lectures
10/19–10/19/2020 Final exam
11/9–11/9/2020 Retake final exam
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Exam (5 cr)
Type:
Exam
Grading scale:
0-5
Evaluation criteria:
The course will be graded based on the total sum of exam points.
Language:
English, Finnish
Study methods:
Independent study. If you want to take exam in English, please contact the teacher.