Entry requirements

General entry requirements and Biology 2, Physics 1a/1b1+1b2, Chemistry 2, Mathematics 4 or Biology B, Physics A, Chemistry B, Mathematics D

Learning outcomes

After the course, the student should be able to

• account for the electron structure of atoms and the theoretical background to the periodic system and relate these to the properties of elements
• describe various types of chemical bonding and intermolecular forces and relate them to the physical properties of matter
• account for the meaning of common properties and concepts within stoichiometry, basic thermodynamics, kinetics and chemical equilibrium and apply these to carry out calculations as well as solve problems within these fields
• carry out simpler laboratory work in a correct and safe way and carry out simpler risk and security assessments
• document laboratory work in a laboratory journal and oral/in writing account for the results of the laboratory session
• give examples of how parts of the course connect to activities within society and industry with relevance for the education and describe how the course content has importance for man, the environment, and society.

Content

Basic descriptive organic and inorganic chemistry, The atom's electronic structure, basic quantum mechanical concepts, the periodic table, chemical bonding, inter and intramolecular forces, stoichiometry, basic kinetics, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry, chemical equilibria including buffer systems. Laboratory methodology and basic risk assessment, the environmental impact of chemical substances, application in industry and society. Plagiarism and study technique.

Instruction

Lectures, lessons, laboratory work and seminars (chemistry profile).

Assessment

Written examinations are organised at the end of the course and correspond to 5 credits. The laboratory sessions together with the chemistry profile correspond to 5 credits . To pass final grades it is required that all parts have been assessed passed. The final grade corresponds to a weighted sum of the results of the different components of the course.

Other directives

This course cannot be included in a degree together with the course 1KB007 (Basic Chemistry) or 1KB013 (The basic principles of chemistry).