Module: Inorganic & Physical Chemistry Lab

Module Specifications..

Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024

Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Inorganic & Physical Chemistry Lab
Module Code	CS260
School	School of Chemical Sciences
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Tia Keyes Semester 2: John Gallagher Autumn: Tia Keyes
Module Teachers	Robert Forster Tia Keyes John Gallagher Mercedes Vazques Andrew Kellett Silvia Giordani
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

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Description

The purpose of this module is the development of observational and manipulative skills through experimental laboratory procedures and problem solving that combine a wide range of analytical, classical, spectroscopic and synthetic techniques and knowledge of various aspects of the 2nd year lecture courses in physical and inorganic chemistry. The purpose of this module is the development of manipulative and observational skills through experimental procedures where the emphasis is on the accurate determination of physical parameters and on research and report writing. An appreciation of the limitations of the methods employed will be developed by the continual use of error analysis. An understanding of the fundamental principles in physical chemistry through experiment.

Learning Outcomes

1. Perform basic synthetic chemical and analytical laboratory experiments.
2. Use a range of chemistry and analytical laboratory instrumentation.
3. Write a comprehensive laboratory report discussing the importance of the experimental results.
4. Illustrate and comprehend the inorganic chemical reactions taking place in each experiment.
5. Perform basic physical chemistry laboratory experiments. Conduct experiments to develop knowledge of Spectroscopy, Kinetics, Electrochemistry and Thermodynamics.
6. Record and analyse experimental data in order to make conclusions. For example considering experimental data obtained, to conclude on a first order reaction or a second order reaction.
7. Develop and improve report writing skills by presenting weekly reports based on each experiment conducted.
8. Complete an problem sheet on Inorganic Chemistry
9. Complete a problem sheet on Physical Chemistry

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Laboratory	18	Inorganic Laboratory experiments as detailed in the laboratory manual
Laboratory	18	Physical Laboratory experiments as detailed in the laboratory manual
Independent Study	60	Preparation for laboratory sessions and report writing post laboratory session.
Assignment Completion	29	Completing a problem sheet provided in Inorganic and Physical Chemistry
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 Experiments
As detailed in the laboratory manuals.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
Assignment	Inorganic Chemistry experiments	50%	As required
Assignment	Physical Chemistry experiments	50%	As required

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 2

Indicative Reading List

Vincent Hooper: 0, Inorganic and Physical Laboratory experiments,

Other Resources

None

Programme or List of Programmes

AS	BSc in Analytical Science

Date of Last Revision

30-MAY-11

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