Module: Inorganic and Physical Chemistry

Module Specifications..

Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024

Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Inorganic and Physical Chemistry
Module Code	CS108
School	School of Chemical Sciences
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Mercedes Vazques Semester 2: Mercedes Vazques Autumn: Mercedes Vazques
Module Teachers	Pat O'Malley Robert Forster Blanaid White Mercedes Vazques Nessan Kerrigan
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Repeat examination
A repeat examination is available at the next available sitting.

Description

To explore the basic concepts of chemistry such as the structure of atoms, electronic configuration, orbitals, enthalpy, entropy and rates of reaction. A recognition of the relationship between electronic configuration and chemical properties.

Learning Outcomes

1. Derive the electronic structure of the important elements.
2. Predict the chemical and physical properties of the elements based on their position in the periodic table.
3. Explain in general terms the nature of the chemical bond.
4. Describe and explain simple chemical compounds and structures.
5. Outline the relationship between temperature, pressure and concentration of ideal gases through the ideal gas equation.
6. Evaluate the concept of enthalpy and be able to calculate the enthalpy of a reaction from standard enthalpies of formation.
7. Be familiar with entropy and Gibb's free energy in predicting spontaneity of a chemical process.

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	30	Synchronous and asynchronous on-line lectures, including tutorials to expand on concepts developed in lectures (problem-solving exercises).
Independent Study	95	Independent reading and problem solving.
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Inorganic and physical chemistry
To explore the basic concepts of chemistry such as the structure of atoms, electronic configuration and orbitals. To develop a recognition of the relationship between electronic configuration and chemical properties. To understand the behaviour of gases, liquids and solids. To predict the relationship between temperature, pressure and concentration of ideal gases through the ideal gas equation. To develop an understanding of the concept of enthalpy and be able to calculate the enthalpy of a reaction from standard enthalpies of formation. To be familiar with concepts of entropy and Gibbs free energy in predicting spontaneity of a chemical process and the relationship between rates of reaction, activation energy, and their depedence on temperature through the Arrhenius equation.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
Loop Quiz	n/a	100%	Every Week

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

R. Chang, Williams College: 2002, Chemistry, Seventh edition, 25, McGraw Hill, New York, USA, 0-07-365601-1

Other Resources

None

Programme or List of Programmes

AFU	Age Friendly University Programme
PGE	Physics General Entry
SHSA	Study Abroad (Science & Health)
SHSAO	Study Abroad (Science & Health)

Date of Last Revision

08-FEB-10

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