| Title: | Engineering Chemistry |
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| Long Title: | Engineering Chemistry |
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| Field of Study: |
Chemistry
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| Valid From: |
Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 ) |
| Module Coordinator: |
Donagh OMahony |
| Module Author: |
IAN O SULLIVAN |
| Module Description: |
This module introduces the fundamentals of atomic theory and chemical bonding, along with concepts in inorganic and physical chemistry relevant to students of engineering. |
| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
| LO1 |
describe the fundamental principles of atomic theory, chemical bonding, the physical states of matter and the main features of the periodic table. |
| LO2 |
perform calculations regarding molar quantities, solutions, stoichiometry, reaction rates, and the equilibrium state. |
| LO3 |
link fundamental concepts in chemistry with applications in the engineering sphere. |
| LO4 |
carry out a range of selected laboratory experiments for measurement of physical parameters using correct laboratory practice. |
| Pre-requisite learning |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named CIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s). |
| No recommendations listed |
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list. |
| General and Inorganic Chemistry;
Physical Chemistry;
Physical and Organic Chemistry |
Co-requisite Modules
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| No Co-requisite modules listed |
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section. |
| No requirements listed |
Co-requisites
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| No Co Requisites listed |
Module Content & Assessment
| Indicative Content |
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Chemistry Fundamentals
Foundations of modern atomic theory, periodic classification of the elements; trends in properties, covalent and ionic bonding; bonding in metals and semiconductors; intermolecular forces, including hydrogen bonding and van der Waals forces; properties resulting from bond formation.
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Quantifying Chemical Interactions
Stoichiometry, factors affecting reaction rates; role of catalysts; reaction order and its determination from reaction rate, equilibrium expressions; factors affecting equilibrium; Le Chatelier's Principle; examples of important industrial equilibria; theories of acids and bases; pH and related calculations; buffer solutions and their applications; Henderson-Hasselbach equation; oxidation and reduction reactions.
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Engineering Applications
electrolytic cells and standard electrode potentials; electrolysis; Nernst equation; corrosion; fuel cells; voltaic cells, buffers, corrosion, combustion reactions, some aspects of industrial chemistry.
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Laboratory Practicals
Sample experiments; Determination of the % water present in crystalline copper sulphate, liquid-liquid extraction, analysis of manganese (vii) solution by colourimetry, recrystallisation of an impure solid, isolation of caffeine from tea, synthesis of asprin.
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Course Work | 100.00% |
| Course Work |
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| Assessment Type |
Assessment Description |
Outcome addressed |
% of total |
Assessment Date |
| Multiple Choice Questions |
Open Book Exam |
1,2 |
25.0 |
Week 7 |
| Practical/Skills Evaluation |
Completion of laboratory practical sessions and associated laboratory reports |
2,4 |
25.0 |
Every Second Week |
| Short Answer Questions |
Exam |
1,2,3 |
50.0 |
Sem End |
| No End of Module Formal Examination |
| Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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The institute reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
| Workload: Full Time |
| Workload Type |
Workload Description |
Hours |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
| Lecture |
Delivery of Course Material |
3.0 |
Every Week |
3.00 |
| Lab |
Laboratory Practicals (One 2-hr practical per week for 6 weeks) |
2.0 |
Every Second Week |
1.00 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Review of course material and completion of laboratory practical reports |
3.0 |
Every Week |
3.00 |
| Total Hours |
8.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
| This module has no Part Time workload. |
Module Resources
| Recommended Book Resources |
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- RALPH A. BURNS 2003, FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY, 4th Ed., Prentice Hall [ISBN: 0131918605]
- Allan Blackman 2011, Chemistry, John Wiley & Sons Australia Ltd [ISBN: 9781742467078]
- CIT, Manual of Practical Chemistry for First Year Courses
| | Supplementary Book Resources |
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- Kennedy D 2000, Chemistry Live, Folens [ISBN: 1841313920]
- Theodore L. Brown... [et al.] 2009, Chemistry, 11th Ed., Prentice Hall Harlow [ISBN: 0136006175]
| | This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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| Other Resources |
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- Website: Companion website for recommended
textbook
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