Course syllabus

Inledande kemi
Introductory Chemistry

KOOA20, 7,5 credits, G1 (First Cycle)

Valid for: 2020/21
Decided by: PLED B/K
Date of Decision: 2020-03-27

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 the structure of atoms and molecules and theri interactions, 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: UG - (U,G) - (Fail, Pass)
Assessment: Continuous examination. Passed hand-in exercise is required. Passed tests, hand-in exercise, laboratory assignments and fire protection education will give the grade G. Failed continuous examination demands written final exam.

The examiner, in consultation with Disability Support Services, may deviate from the regular form of examination in order to provide a permanently disabled student with a form of examination equivalent to that of a student without a disability.

Parts
Code: 0117. Name: Laboratory Assignments.
Credits: 1,5. Grading scale: UG. Assessment: Active participation in the laboratory assignments. Approved reports. Contents: Compulsory laboratory assignments related to the course content.
Code: 0217. Name: Compulsory Exercises and Tests.
Credits: 6. Grading scale: UG. Assessment: Continuous examination. Passed hand-in exercise is required. Passed tests and hand-in exercise will give the grade G. Failed continuous examination demands written final exam. Contents: Compulsory exercises and tests.
Code: 0317. Name: Fire Protection Education.
Credits: 0. Grading scale: UG.

Admission

The number of participants is limited to: No
The course overlaps following course/s: KOOA01, KOOA05, KOO101, KOK012, KOOA10

Reading list

Contact and other information

Course coordinator: Ulf Ellervik, ulf.ellervik@chem.lu.se
Course coordinator: Jan-Olle Malm, jan-olle.malm@chem.lu.se
Course homepage: http://www.kilu.lu.se/cas/education/undergraduate_education/