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2025-2026 / CHIM9267-1

Chemistry of equilibria

Duration

20h Th, 21h Pr, 8h REM

Number of credits

 Bachelor in bioengineering4 crédits 

Lecturer

Aurore Richel

Language(s) of instruction

French language

Organisation and examination

Teaching in the second semester

Schedule

Schedule online

Units courses prerequisite and corequisite

Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program

Learning unit contents

Chapter 1. General concepts. Definition of the notion of chemical equilibrium and equilibrium constants. Thermodynamic and kinetic approach. Notion of reversibility and irreversibility. 

Chapter 2: Notions of acids and bases. Associated equilibria. Notion of pH. 

Chapter 3: Equilibria in aqueous solutions. Solubility products, precipitation, complexation.

Chapter 4: Electrochemistry. Oxidation and reduction. Cells and batteries. Corrosion. 


 

 

Learning outcomes of the learning unit

At the end of this course, the students will have achieved a comprehensive understanding of the theoretical principles underlying acid-base equilibria, titration methods, buffer solutions, the solubility equilibria of sparingly soluble salts and the solubility product, as well as redox systems.

They will have demonstrated scientific reasoning skills through the resolution of problem-based exercises and will have developed essential analytical proficiency by carrying out practical laboratory work.

Prerequisite knowledge and skills

CHIM9268-1: Chemistry - from atom to molecule 

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Theoritical lectures

Problem solving sessions

Introductory sessions laboratories

Practical work in the laboratory 

Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)

Face-to-face course


Additional information:

Theoretical sessions, exercises and practical work are given in a face-to-face mode.

There are no dispensations for students. Repeating students must therefore perform the laboratory sessions again.

Attendance to ALL lab sessions is mandatory 

Course materials and recommended or required readings

Theoritical course, exercises and laboratory notes (also available on e-campus-Blackboard Platefrom)
Reference books :
Principes de Chimie, Atkins, Ed. De Boeck (en Français) (available at the library) 

Exam(s) in session

Any session

- In-person

written exam ( multiple-choice questionnaire, open-ended questions )

Out-of-session test(s)


Additional information:

A unique written exam integrating theory and exercises is scheduled in June (and in the second session).

The laboratories are evaluated by an entrance test and a personal report. 

The laboratory grade acquired during the year remains valid for the second session.

The distribution of grades is as follows: Theory (40%) - Exercises (40%) - Practical work (20%) 

Work placement(s)

No training

Organisational remarks and main changes to the course

Attendance at ALL lab sessions is mandatory. 

Contacts

Prof. Aurore Richel

a.richel@uliege.be

Assistant: Mr. Quentin De Roover  

quentin.deroover@uliege.be

Assistant: Mr. Laurent Seutin

Laurent.Seutin@uliege.be 

Association of one or more MOOCs

The MOOC entitled 'Chimie : ouvrez les portes de l'enseignement supérieur (S1)' is associated with this course.