Fundamentals in Chemistry I
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Course evaluation
Additional course evaluations for KE0062
Academic year 2023/2024
Fundamentals in Chemistry I (KE0062-20157)
2023-10-31 - 2024-01-14
Academic year 2022/2023
Fundamentals in Chemistry I (KE0062-20038)
2022-11-01 - 2023-01-15
Academic year 2021/2022
Fundamentals in Chemistry I (KE0062-20093)
2021-11-02 - 2022-01-16
Academic year 2020/2021
Fundamentals in Chemistry I (KE0062-20159)
2020-11-02 - 2021-01-17
Academic year 2019/2020
Fundamentals in Chemistry I (KE0062-20035)
2019-11-01 - 2020-01-19
Academic year 2018/2019
Fundamentals in Chemistry I (KE0062-20085)
2018-11-05 - 2019-01-20
Academic year 2017/2018
Fundamentals in Chemistry I (KE0062-20001)
2017-10-30 - 2018-01-14
Academic year 2016/2017
Fundamentals in Chemistry I (KE0062-20001)
2016-10-31 - 2017-01-15
Syllabus and other information
Syllabus
KE0062 Fundamentals in Chemistry I, 15.0 Credits
Grundläggande kemi ISubjects
Chemistry Biology Chemistry BiologyEducation cycle
Bachelor’s levelModules
Title | Credits | Code |
---|---|---|
Part A | 7.5 | 0202 |
Part B | 7.5 | 0203 |
Advanced study in the main field
First cycle, has only upper-secondary level entry requirementsBachelor’s level (G1N)
Grading scale
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.
Language
SwedishPrior knowledge
Knowledge equivalent to general entry requirements and specific entry requirements from upper secondary school- Biology 2
- Physics 1a
- Physics 1b1+1b2,
- Chemistry 2
- Mathematics 4
alternatively
- Biology B
- Physics A
- Chemistry B
- Mathematics D
Objectives
Fundamentals in Chemistry is formally divided into two course modules (I, 15 credits and II, 7.5 credits) that together constitute a unit where the parts have progressive and interdisciplinary contents. The aim of the course is to give basic knowledge and skills in chemistry with an emphasis on the demands of subsequent courses in soil sciences, environmental sciences, food sciences and biology.
Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:
use basic chemical terminology
describe the principles that govern energy transformation and chemical reactions
account for different types of electromagnetic radiation and give examples of how it interacts with matter
account for environmentally related processes from a chemical perspective
explain the structure of atoms and different types of chemical bonding and chemical interactions
account for the composition, structure and properties of molecules
describe essential chemical reaction pathways
account for the kinetics of chemical reactions and how they can be influenced
use basic chemical laboratory techniques and analytical methods
analyse and present obtained experimental results
Content
The courses Fundamentals in Chemistry I and II are divided into so called theme blocks, in which a part of the course content is set in focus. Each theme block is completed with a summarising discussion using examples from current research or from current societal or environmental problems. Both courses highlight central issues within environmental chemistry and sustainable development with seminars on current issues.
The course Fundamentals in Chemistry I begins with an introduction to relationships between energy and chemical reactions, structure of the atom and the periodic system of the elements, chemical terminology, lab safety and laboratory work.
With a focus on the atmosphere, basic chemical concepts and interactions between light and matter are studied. The different types of chemical interactions in bindings, the greenhouse effect, air pollutions, electromagnetic radiation, photochemistry and the principles of spectroscopy are included. Chemical energy, energy production and its environmental impact will be highlighted.
The structure of molecules, the different classes of biomolecules and secondary metabolites and the structure and folding of proteins are then studied. Laboratory parts with a specialisation in chemical separation and analysis are connected to these sections.
Studies of chemical equilibrium include basic principles, calculations and laboratory sessions concerning equilibria in acid-base reactions, solubility, complex formation and coupled equilibria. This block also includes the folding equilibria of proteins, aggregation and molecules binding to proteins (e g drugs or pollutants).
Kinetics, catalysis and enzymes are treated together and include basic kinetics including calculations, catalysis in exhaust emission control technology and green chemistry and enzyme kinetics according to Michaelis-Menten including effects of different inhibitors on the activity of enzymes. The block includes group work or research presentations concerning some general used enzyme inhibitor in e g herbicides.
Finally, chemical reactions are studied; the reactions and the reaction mechanisms typical of some functional groups, example of enzymatically catalysed reaction mechanisms and biochemical regulation.
The teacher-supervised parts of the course include both traditional lectures, laboratory sessions and exercises in smaller groups as well as seminars and supervised self-study. In addition to teacher-supervised time, the student is assumed to carry out an essential amount of self-studies using both regular course material and interactive study materials.
Some teaching activities are compulsory, mainly seminars, laboratory sessions and presentations, but also certain lectures and exercises.
Training in scientific presentation is exercised (written and oral) through e g writing of memos, presentation of laboratory result and active discussion in seminars.
Grading form
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.Formats and requirements for examination
Examination formats: Written examination, compulsory presentations of laboratory results and of written assignments, compulsory laboratory practicals and written assignments.
Passing the course requires: Approved examination, approved laboratory reports and passed written assignments and approved participation in compulsory components.
If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.
The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.
If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.
For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Other information
The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.
If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Additional information
Some learning activities may be conducted in EnglishResponsible department
Department of Molecular Sciences
Further information
Litterature list
1: Allmän och organisk kemi: Chemistry. 5e eller 4e upplagan (även 3e uppl. fungerar)
Författare: A. Blackman, S. Bottle, S. Schmid, M. Mocerino, U. Wille
ISBN: 978-0-7303-9667-3 (5e), 978-0-7303-6328-6 (4e)
Kommentar: Boken ska ha knappt 1500 (knappt 1700 för 4e) sidor och kosta cirka 750 SEK (pris 2023 hos LundeQ / Akademibokhandeln i Uppsala).
2: Biokemi: Biochemistry, 9e Upplagan
Författare: J.M. Berg, J.L. Tymoczko, G.J. Gatto, Jr., L. Stryer
ISBN: 9781319114657
Kommentar: Boken bör kosta drygt 900 SEK (pris 2023 hos LundeQ / Akademibokhandeln i Uppsala). Jag har även kollat ad libris och bokus. Se upp!!! Vissa nätbokhandlare tar dubbelt så mycket betalt! 9e Upplagan är officiell kurslitteratur men även 6e, 7e och 8e upplagorna fungerar.
3: Material från molsci-institutionen
Författare: Producerat av lärare vid vår institution
Kommentar: Material kommer att delas ut under kursens gång, ibland i fysisk och ibland i digital form.
Som ett inofficiellt alternativ till boken av Blackman et al under punkt 1 kan en äldre bok av Mahaffy m.fl. användas: Chemistry. Human Activity, Chemical Reactivity (FYSISK BOK)
Författare: P. Mahaffy, R. Tasker, B. Bucat, J.C. Kotz, G.C. Weaver, P.M. Treichel, J.E. McMurry
ISBN: 9780176684082. Mahaffy-boken är fortfarande en bra bok. Den finns som begagnad hos många äldre SLU-studenter.