Universidad Pública de Navarra - Nafarroako Univertsitate Publikoa
Public University of Navarre
| Course code: 502103 | Subject title: CHEMISTRY | ||||
| Credits: 6 | Type of subject: Basic | Year: 1 | Period: 1º S | ||
| Department: Ciencias | |||||
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Contents
The main objective of the subject is the study of the matter and its reactivity, therefore:
§ General knowledge about the structure and composition of the matter will be provided, covering from
macroscopic -aggregation states of the matter- to the nanoscopic -atom and chemical bonding-.
§ Atomic spectra, atomic structure and ground state configuration will explain the periodic table.
§ Termochemistry will establish the basis for studying chemical reactions from an energetic point of
view..
§ Chemical reactions will be studied using chemical equilibrium and chemical kinetics. Main chemical
reactivities will be also dealed.
Finally, an introduction to Organic Chemistry will be made according to formulation, naming and
reactivity. Special reactions will be finally studied (acid-base, oxidation, condensation and
polymerization)
General proficiencies
CB1: Students have demonstrated that they possess knowledge of and understand an area of study, based on general secondary education and usually at a level which, albeit with the support of advanced text books, also includes some aspects which imply knowledge of the latest developments in their field of study.
CT1: Capacity for efficient written and oral communication
CT3: The ability to manage information. To identify information needs and be familiar with the sources, bibliographical resources and services available in order to perform basic research in the field of study. To classify information according to relevancy and analyse it critically.
CT5: A capacity for self-reliant learning. To apply the knowledge acquired to the performance of tasks, deciding on the most effective way to perform them and the time to devote to them, selecting the most suitable sources of information.
CT6: Capacitive to solve problems taking their own initiative, making their own decisions, using critical thinking and be able to communicate and transmit knowledge, abilities and skills.
Specific proficiencies
CE1: Acquire the basic knowledge in General Chemistry, Organic and Inorganic Chemistry as well as its applications in Engineering. Apply these basic principles.
Learning outcomes
When the student finish the training formation course, he/she is able to:
- R1: Using chemical nomenclature and language properly.
- R2: Know and identify functional groups of complex structures
- R3: Predict the result of chemical reactivity and calculate its yield
- R4: Know the relation between the type of link with physical and chemical properties
Methodology
| Metodología - Actividad | Horas Presenciales | Horas no presenciales |
| A-1 Exposition/Participative Classes | 45 | |
| A-2 Laboratory practices | 15 | |
| A-3 Cooperative learning activities. | 7.5 | |
| A-4 Group projects | 7.5 | |
| A-5 Independent study | 60 | |
| A-6 Tutorials and examinations | 15 | |
| Total | 75 | 75 |
Evaluation
| Learning outcome | Evaluation system | Percent (%) | Remediable |
| R1, R2, R3, R4 | Long answer tests (written and/or oral) Reports | 75 | Yes |
| R1, R2, R3, R4 | Short answer tests Reports on the experimental work | 25 | Yes |
Passing the theory and laboratory practices are mandatory to pass the subject
Agenda
Theoretical Contents
I. Introduction
Chemistry as a Science
II. Structure of Matter
Composition of Matter
Periodic classification of the elements
Chemical bonding
States of Matter
Solutions
III. Chemical reaction principles
Chemical Thermodynamics
Chemical Kinetics
Chemical Equilibrium
Stoichiometry and material balances
IV. Chemical Reactions
Acid-Base Reactions
Electron exchange reactions (oxidation-reduction)
Precipitation/dissolution processes.
V. Introduction to Organic Chemistry
Formulation and Nomenclature
Acid-base reactions, oxidation, condensation and polymerization
Practical Contents
1: Preparation of an organic substance
2. Thermochemistry, heat of reaction, Hess´s law
3. Analysis of the acidity of a commercial product
4. Rate of reaction
5. Reduction potential of the metals. Electrochemical scale.
Bibliography
Access the bibliography that your professor has requested from the Library.
Basic Bibliography:
R. Chang, K.A. Goldsby, Chemistry, 11th ed., McGraw-Hill, 2013.
R.H. Petrucci, F.G. Herring, J.D. Madura, C. Bissonnette, General Chemistry -Principles and Modern Applications,10th ed., Pearson, 2011.
Complementary:
J.E. McMurry, R.C. Fay, Chemistry, 6th ed., Pearson, 2014.
W. Whitten, R.E. Davis, M.L. Peck, G.G. Stanley, Chemistry 7th ed., Thomson, 2010.
Laboratory practice:
Department of Applied Chemistry: instruction sheets that will be given at the beginning of the classes.