KEMP1110 The World of Molecules (5 cr)

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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
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Method 2

Evaluation criteria:
The course will be graded based on the total sum of exam points.
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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

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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.

Teaching