Duration
Theory : 30h Th
Pratique : 40h Pr
Number of credits
| Bachelor in geography : general | 7 crédits |
Lecturer
Theory : Rudi Cloots
Pratique : Rudi Cloots
Coordinator
Language(s) of instruction
French language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the first semester, review in January
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
The general chemistry course devotes significant time to the experimental approach to chemistry. We are convinced that students will be more receptive to chemistry when it is described in a practical manner, by focussing on its resulting application. The programme proposed is intentionally limited to basic concepts to ensure that students acquire a solid foundation in the subject matter.
Theory
The general chemistry course devotes significant time to the experimental approach to chemistry. We are convinced that students will be more receptive to chemistry when it is described in a practical manner, by focussing on its resulting application. The programme proposed is intentionally limited to basic concepts to ensure that students acquire a solid foundation in the subject matter.
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
General chemistry teaching aims from the first quarter to give students from all disciplines in the science faculty, the basic theoretical and practical concepts in stoichiometry, kinetics and solution chemistry (reactivity). These concepts are necessary in order to understand the phenomena studied in later parts of the curriculum.
Theoretical classes, practical work and tutorials allow students to learn the methods and basic techniques of solution chemistry while familiarising them with the formulae of the most recent chemical products and with stoichiometric calculations.
The programme is divided into eight distinct chapters:
- 1) Molecular mass, concentrations and stoichiometry
- 2) ideal gas law and colligative properties
- 3) chemical kinetics and reaction mechanisms
- 4) chemical equilibra
- 5) Avcid-Base and pH
- 6) Titration
- 7) Solubility
- 8) Electrochemistry
Theory
General chemistry teaching aims from the first quarter to give students from all disciplines in the science faculty, the basic theoretical and practical concepts in stoichiometry, kinetics and solution chemistry (reactivity). These concepts are necessary in order to understand the phenomena studied in later parts of the curriculum.
Theoretical classes, practical work and tutorials allow students to learn the methods and basic techniques of solution chemistry while familiarising them with the formulae of the most recent chemical products and with stoichiometric calculations.
The programme is divided into eight distinct chapters:
- 1) Molecular mass, concentrations and stoichiometry
- 2) ideal gas law and colligative properties
- 3) chemical kinetics and reaction mechanisms
- 4) chemical equilibra
- 5) Avcid-Base and pH
- 6) Titration
- 7) Solubility
- 8) Electrochemistry
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
For the entire course, the student is assumed to have very basic understanding of chemistry and in particular, to have knowledge of the basics of atomic and molecular theory as well as the elemental properties of the main types of chemical compounds (oxides, acids, bases and salts) and their principal reactions. These concepts will, however, be revised early on in the course. This course also makes use of a range of simple physical and mathematical tools.
Theory
For the entire course, the student is assumed to have very basic understanding of chemistry and in particular, to have knowledge of the basics of atomic and molecular theory as well as the elemental properties of the main types of chemical compounds (oxides, acids, bases and salts) and their principal reactions. These concepts will, however, be revised early on in the course. This course also makes use of a range of simple physical and mathematical tools.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Four practical lab sessions are scheduled for the first semester. They are compulsory and are graded. They illustrate significant concepts of reactivity in solution. Students are required to wear lab coats and lab glasses.
Theory
Four practical lab sessions are scheduled for the first semester. They are compulsory and are graded. They illustrate significant concepts of reactivity in solution. Students are required to wear lab coats and lab glasses.
Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)
Face-to-face course
Additional information:
Face to face learning
All the information relating to the organisation of chemistry teaching are available on eCampus and will be explained during the first theory course (theory classes, practical sessions, revision, tutorials, tests).
The theory classes will take place on Tuesdays and Wednesdays AM.
Theory
Face-to-face course
Additional information:
Face-to-face course
Additional information:
Face to face learning
All the information relating to the organisation of chemistry teaching are available on eCampus and will be explained during the first theory course (theory classes, practical sessions, revision, tutorials, tests).
The theory classes will take place on Tuesdays and Wednesdays AM.
Each student will receive a personalised programme (log book) at the start of the year summarising all the information relating to the organisation of chemistry teaching (theory classes, practical sessions, revision, tutorials, tests). The theory classes will take place on Tuesdays and Wednesdays between 08:00 and 10:00.
Recommended or required readings
Presentations posted during the course are available to students on eCampus.
Lab notes and exercises are also available online ( eCampus) or printed and sold at the Presses Universitaires shop ( B8).
Students can use the formulaic table during all the exams and test.
Theory
Presentations posted during the course are available to students on eCampus.
Lab notes and exercises are also available online ( eCampus) or printed and sold at the Presses Universitaires shop ( B8).
Students can use the formulaic table during all the exams and test.
The course notes are made up of a photocopy called "Chimie Générale". This is accompanied by an interactive CD-ROM on learning chemistry. Lab notes and exercises, recapitulative tables and a formulaic table. Students can use the formulaic table during all the exams and tests.
Assessment methods and criteria
Exam(s) in session
Any session
- In-person
written exam ( open-ended questions )
Additional information:
Out-of-session test(s)
Additional information:
Assessment is carried out through one written test (problem-based questions) organized in January, June and August.
Additionnaly, two written tests will be organized in November and December. If the global results is at least 10/20, 3 points will be granted for the final examination.
The overall grade is obtained by:
- Written exam: 75%
- Practical work sessions 25% (laboratories)
Theory
Exam(s) in session
Any session
- In-person
written exam ( open-ended questions )
Out-of-session test(s)
Additional information:
Exam(s) in session
Any session
- In-person
written exam ( open-ended questions )
Out-of-session test(s)
Additional information:
Assessment is carried out through one exam (problem-based questions) covering all the material from the first quarter.
Besides, the student can be exempted from a part of the exercices by passing a written test organised during the quarter.
The overall grade is an average of the results obtained during the exams, lab practice and tests:
- theory: 50%
- exercises: 25%
- the practical work sessions 25% during the first quarter (laboratories)
Work placement(s)
Organizational remarks
All information is available in the plateform eCampus of this course (PPT presentations, results of interrogations...)
Theory
All information is available in the plateform eCampus of this course (PPT presentations, results of interrogations...)
Contacts
Prof. Rudi CLOOTS
LCIS - GreenMAT
Quartier Agora
allée du six Août 13 (Bât. B6a)
B-4000 Liège
Tél. : 04/366.34.36
E-mail: rcloots@uliege.be
Encadrement scientifique : Catherine HENRIST, Associated Professor
LCIS - GreenMAT
Quartier Agora
allée du six Août 13 (Bât. B6a)
B-4000 Liège
Tél. : 04/366.34.38
E-mail : catherine.henrist@uliege.be
Theory
Prof. Rudi CLOOTS
LCIS - GreenMAT
Quartier Agora
allée du six Août 13 (Bât. B6a)
B-4000 Liège
Tél. : 04/366.34.36
E-mail: rcloots@uliege.be
Encadrement scientifique : Catherine HENRIST, PhD, Agrégée
LCIS - GreenMAT
Quartier Agora
allée du six Août 13 (Bât. B6a)
B-4000 Liège
Tél. : 04/366.34.38
E-mail : catherine.henrist@uliege.be