Duration
Theory : 30h Th
Further theory : 10h Th
Practice : 40h Pr, 35h Mon. WS
Number of credits
| Bachelor in chemistry | 8 crédits |
Lecturer
Theory : Loïc Quinton
Further theory : Loïc Quinton
Practice : Loïc Quinton
Coordinator
Language(s) of instruction
French language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the second semester
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
The general chemistry course devotes significant time to the experimental approach to chemistry. We are convinced that students will be more receptive to chemistry when it is described in a practical manner, by focussing on its resulting application. The programme proposed is intentionally limited to basic concepts to ensure that students acquire a solid foundation in the subject matter.
Chapter 1: Atom and molecules
1.1 The periodic table of the elements
1.2 The electronic structure of atoms
1.3 Atomic orbitals
1.4 Hybrid atomics orbitals
1.5 the chemical bond, qualitative description
1.6 Introduction to the description of the chemical bond
1.7 molecular orbitals
1.8 Diatomic molecues
1.9 Polyatomic molecules
1.10 The 3D structure of molecules
1.11 The Gillespie rules
Chapter 2 : Basic concepts of thermodynamics
2.1 Introduction to thermodynamics
2.2 The system
2.3 State functions and variables
2.4 The equilibrium
2.5 Transformations of a system
Chapter 3 : Energy
3.1 Internal energy and the first principle
3.2 Echange d'énergie entre un système et son environnement
3.3 State functions
3.4 Reversibility
3.5 Heat exchange
3.6 Internal energy, enthalpy
3.7 Thermochemistry
Chapter 4 : Entropy, the second and third principles
4.1 The second law
4.2 Macroscopic definition of entropy
4.3 Entropy and the second law
4.4 Entropy and temperature
4.5 Zero K entropy
4.6 Entropy changes and the chemical reaction
Chapter 5 : The chemical potential
5.1 Spontaneous reaction criterium
5.2 Phase diagrams, pure compounds
5.3 Molar fractions
5.4 Chemical potential and concentrations
5.5 Colligative properties
Chapter 6 : lreactions in solution
6.1 Acid and bases
6.2 Acid-base equilibria
6.3 Soubility and precipitation
6.4 Complexation
6.5 Combind equilibria
Chapter 7: Chemical kinetics, an introduction
7.1 Writing a rate of reaction
7.2 Reaction order
7.3 The rate constant
7.4 Rate constant and temperature
7.5 The transition state
7.6 The complex reaction kinetics
7.7 The polymerisation reaction
7.8 Adsorption, desorption
Chapter 8 Introduction to electrochemistry, complements :
- Conductivity
- Ions miration law
- Electrolytes
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
General chemistry teaching during the second period of the year aims to give students in Chemisty the basic theoretical and practical concepts in molecular chemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics, and solution chemistry (reactivity). These concepts are necessary in order to understand the phenomena studied in later parts of the curriculum. Theoretical classes, practical work and tutorials allow students to learn the methods and basic techniques of solution chemistry while familiarising them with the formulae of the chemical products and understanding their evolution by change of phase or reaction. A special focus will be given to the chemical equilibrium conditions.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
For the entire course, the student is assumed to have very basic understanding of chemistry and in particular, to have knowledge of the basics of atomic and molecular theory as well as the elemental properties of the main types of chemical compounds (oxides, acids, bases and salts) and their principal reactions. These concepts will, however, be revised early on in the course. This course also makes use of a range of simple physical and mathematical tools.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Organization
Ex cathedra lessons on therory
The students in chemisty have to follow 10 laboratory sessions. The practica include an introductory interrogation and a final report.
The participation to laboratory sessions is mandatory.
Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning)
Each student will receive a personalised programme (log book) at the start of the year summarising all the information relating to the organisation of chemistry teaching (theory classes, practical sessions, revision, tutorials, tests).
Recommended or required readings
Lecture notes and copies of the illustrations (ppt) will be available online following the course completion.
Assessment methods and criteria
2 interrogations on the exercices
interrogation 1: atoms, molecules, thermodynamics
interrogation 2: solution equilibria and kinetics
A mutiple choice examination is organized for the exercices and a second one is organized on theory. The students with a mean note above 10 for interrogations are exempted from the exercices examination and keep their note for the examination.
The final note is weighted as follows:
Theory: 50%
Laboratory: 25%
Exercises: 25%
Work placement(s)
Organizational remarks
Lecture notes and illustrations will be available online (ecampus) after each lesson.
Contacts
Prof. Edwin De Pauw
E.DePauw@ulg.ac.be
Cédreic Delvaux, Assistant
C.Delvaux@ulg.ac.be