Course syllabus

Grundläggande kemi
Fundamental Chemistry

KOO101, 9 credits, G1 (First Cycle)

Valid for: 2013/14
Decided by: Education Board C
Date of Decision: 2013-04-15

General Information

Main field: Technology.
Compulsory for: B1, K1
Language of instruction: The course will be given in Swedish

Aim

The course shall give a basic understanding of and knowledge about chemical processes as well as give a basis for continued studies in chemistry. It should also provide necessary knowledge in chemical terminology in English as well as in Swedish.

Learning outcomes

Knowledge and understanding
For a passing grade the student must

Competences and skills
For a passing grade the student must

Judgement and approach
For a passing grade the student must

Contents

Fundamental chemical phenomena are discussed and explained using connections to everyday applications. The following topics will be covered:

Active work with solving problems plays an important role in the course.

The literature is in English and should be regarded as an introduction to the English language in the field of natural sciences.

Examination details

Grading scale: TH
Assessment: Passed test on nomenclature and passed laboratory assignments. Continuous examination. Passed tests and hand-in exercises will give the grade 3. Failed continuous examination demands written final exam. For higher grade than 3, written final exam is necessary.

Parts
Code: 0105. Name: Laboratory Assignments.
Credits: 3. Grading scale: UG. Assessment: Passed test on nomenclature and passed laboratory assignments. Contents: Compulsory laboratory assignments related to the course content.
Code: 0205. Name: Compulsory Exercises and Tests.
Credits: 6. Grading scale: TH. Assessment: Continuous examination. Passed tests and hand-in exercises will give the grade 3. Failed continuous examination demands written final exam. For higher grade than 3, written final exam is necessary. Contents: Compulsory exercises and tests.

Admission

The number of participants is limited to: No
The course overlaps following course/s: KOO070, KOO080, KOO081, KOOA01, KOOA05

Reading list

Contact and other information

Course coordinator: Prof. Jan-Olle Malm, Jan-Olle.Malm@polymat.lth.se
Course coordinator: Dr. Johan Reimer, Johan.Reimer@kemi.lu.se
Course homepage: http://www.kilu.lu.se/cas/education/undergraduate_education/