KEMP1110 The World of Molecules (5 cr)

• 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

• 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.

Basics of upper secondary school level chemistry or equivalent is recommended.

• 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.