Duration
Theory : 20h Th
Practice : 15h QA Sess.
Supplement : 6h Th, 11h QA Sess.
Number of credits
| Bachelor in engineering | 5 crédits | |||
| Master in chemical and materials engineering (120 ECTS) | 5 crédits |
Lecturer
Theory : Gauthier Eppe
Practice : Gauthier Eppe
Supplement : Gauthier Eppe
Coordinator
Language(s) of instruction
French language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the first semester, review in January
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
Theory
The balanced reactions (acid-bases, redox, complexation, precipitation) are treated in terms of exchange of particles between donors and acceptors, thus unifying the concepts used in the study of the various reactions in aqueous solution. The next step consists in establishing a relationship between the variations of the conditional constants (acidity constants, formation constants of complex, normal potentials, exchange and partition constants) and the conditions of the medium (pH, ionic strength, complexing agent). These concepts being acquired, the implementation and the quantitative application of these various reactions with the purpose of analysis (titrimetry and gravimetry, primarily) are considered while insisting on accuracy which one should expect.
Supplement
Introduction to separation methods. We discuss the basic principles of chromatographic separation mechanism. We will detail the different parameters that characterize a chromatographic separation. We discuss the main types of chromatography: Gas chromatography Liquid chromatography Ionic chromatography Size exclusion chromatography
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
Theory
To understand, interpret and apply the various reaction steps of an analysis protocol in order to obtain the best performances in terms of accuracy and precision. They are the major objectives of the course. This implies a good knowledge of the chemical reactions which it implements.
Supplement
Understanding the basics in chromatography imply a perfect knowledge of separation mechanisms involved. The students will be able to select the adequate chromatographic technique including the selection of the stationary and mobile phases to separate molecules. They will also be able to understand the role that experimental parameters play on the efficiency of a chromatographic separation.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
Theory
The course of general chemistry in 1st bachelor
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Theory
See below
Practice
10 rehearsals are given after the theoritical course by C. Delvaux (assistant)
These rehearsals illustrate the course and contribute to its understanding thanks to a series of problems and exercises on the various chapters, while insisting particularly on acid-base and complexometric titrations, Redox and Pourbaix diagrams which are of primary importance for geologists.
Supplement
Two lessons (3h) given in December of the first quadrimester at 9 am till 12am. The course uses powerpoint presentations and exercices on the blackboard. An interruption of 15 minutes is provided at about the middle of each lesson. Directed works: Sessions are planned for solving numerical problems in the course material. These sessions are very important because the final written exam is predominantly based on numerical exercises.
Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning)
Theory
The course takes place every Friday morning at 8 am. The lessons (2h) are illustrated by several experimental demonstrations.
10 rehearsals are given after the theoritical course by C. Delvaux (assistant)
These rehearsals illustrate the course and contribute to its understanding thanks to a series of problems and exercises on the various chapters, while insisting particularly on acid-base and complexometric titrations, Redox and Pourbaix diagrams which are of primary importance for geologists.
Supplement
face-to-face
Recommended or required readings
Theory
The course notes are available at the Presses Universitaires
A copy of the powerpoint slides are also available.
As supplementary information, the consultation of the following works is recommended:
- ETUDE ANALYTIQUE DES REACTIONS CHIMIQUES DANS L'EAU by J.Y. GAL (TEC et DOC-LAVOISIER, Paris 1989)
- ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY by D.A.SKOOG, D.M. WEST and F.J HOLLER. 3rd Edition (2015)
Supplement
The notes are available at the presses universitaires. The notes also include a list of numerical exercises, some solved.
As supplementary information, the consultation of the following work is recommended:
-CHIMIE ANALYTIQUE, Traduction de la 3ème édition américaine ci-dessus par Cl. Buess-Herman, J. Dauchot et T. Doneux (De Boeck - Université, Paris-Bruxelles, 2015)
Assessment methods and criteria
Theory
The evaluation consists in a 4h written examination in January covering all topics mainly focused on exercises and direct applications of the principle seen during the lectures.
There is second session (August/September) if the note is strictly lower than 10/20.
Supplement
The exam consists in a written exam in January and September
Work placement(s)
Organizational remarks
Contacts
Theory
Pr. Gauthier Eppe
Institut de Chimie, Bat B6c, Local 1/9A
Tel. +32-4-366.3422
e-mail. g.eppe@uliege.be
Assistant C. Delvaux
e-mail: c.delvaux@uliege.be
Practice
Assistant: c.delvaux@uliege.be
Supplement
Pr. Gauthier Eppe Institut de Chimie, Bat B6c, Local 1/9A Tel. +32-4-366.3422 e-mail. g.eppe@uliege.be