Fundamentals of Chemistry 2Laajuus (5 cr)

Objective

pon completing the course, you will have mastered the concept of reaction equilibrium and be able to apply it in practice. You can solve computational problems on a concentration scale, whether they involve general reversible reactions, weak acid and base pH calculations, or solubility equilibria. Additionally, you will have the skills to apply the ideal gas law and understand the fundamentals of thermochemistry, including the principles of calculating reaction heats. With these abilities, you are ready to tackle diverse applications in the field of chemistry.

Content

• States of matter: application of the ideal gas law.
• Basics of thermochemistry.
• Chemical reaction:
- oxidation and reduction
- stoichiometry of oxidation-reduction reactions
- reversible reactions => the concept of chemical equilibrium
- the principle of Le Chatelier
- calculation of chemical equilibria
• Deepening the concepts of acids and bases:
- calculation of the pH of weak acids and bases
- neutralization.
• Dissolution and deposition: calculations based on the concepts of equilibrium
• Experimental uncertainty, the most important analytical techniques.

Qualifications

Fundamentals of Chemistry 1
Laboratory safety as a part of Orientation studies

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student knows the basic concepts of course, is able to conduct basic calculations and shows that he or she has reached the goals of core competence.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student has become familiar with the concepts and principles of course. He or she is able to explain and interpret chemical formulae and equations related to chemical phenomena.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student can use basic concepts and knowledge logically and solve applied exercises of chemistry related to his or her study field.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student knows the basic concepts and calculations of course and shows that he or she has achieved the targets of core competence.

Further information

The course includes laboratory exercises such as oxidation-reduction titration, extraction, precipitation, electrolysis