Inorganic Chemistry, 7.5 credits

Learning outcomes

Knowledge and comprehension
After completing the course, students can

• characterize fundamental thermodynamical and quantum mechanical principles,
• give system descriptions based on the equilibrium concept and kinetic theory,
• explain in detail about chemical organisation, properties and reaction patterns of metals, transition elements and nonmetals, based on the structure of the elements,
• estimate fundamental theoretical relationships concerning solubility limiting systems, electrochemistry, coordination chemistry and metallurgy,
• illustrate how fundamental properties of the elements and inorganic compounds can be used for qualitative and quantitative analysis, and
• assess the significance of quality assurance in inorganic chemistry methods and how to develop them.

Proficiency and ability
After completing the course, students will be able to

• apply fundamental aspects of the equilibrium concept and thermodynamics for the description of inorganic systems and their changes,
• use basic inorganic reaction principles to mathematically describe the systems,
• identify and predict patterns of reactions from their theoretical knowledge about solubility limiting systems, coordination chemistry, electrochemistry and metallurgy,
• chose methods, perform the procedure and evaluate the results from fundamental qualitative and quantitative inorganic analysis, and
• conduct chemical analysis in a safe way and to follow the principles of quality assurance.

Values and attitude
After completion of the course, the student will have the ability to

• describe the scientific characteristics and principal theoretical and experimental development of inorganic chemistry, and
• evaluate and criticize experimental results and theoretical interpretations of inorganic systems.

Content

Inorganic reaction principles, the driving forces in chemical systems, applied thermodynamics,
reaction mechanisms, solution chemistry, electrochemistry, metallurgy and inorganic analytical
methods.

Examinations and grades

Inorganic Chemical Theory, 5 credits (Code: A001)
Grades used are Fail (F), Sufficient (E), Satisfactory (D), Good (C), Very Good (B) or Excellent (A).

Laboratory Work and Seminars, 2.5 credits (Code: A002)
Grades used are Fail (U) or Pass (G).

According to the Higher Education Ordinance, Chapter 6, Section 18, a grade is to be awarded on the completion of a course, unless otherwise prescribed by the university. The university may determine which grading system is to be used. The grade must be determined by a teacher specifically nominated by the university (the examiner).

In accordance with university regulations on grading systems for first and second-cycle courses and study programmes (Vice-Chancellor’s decision ORU 2018/00929), one of the following grades is to be used: fail (U), pass (G) or pass with distinction (VG). For courses included in an international master’s programme (60 or 120 credits) or offered to the university’s incoming exchange students, the A to F grading scale is to be used. The vice-chancellor, or a person appointed by them, may decide on exceptions from this provision for a specific course, if there are special grounds for doing so.

The grades used on this course are Fail (F), Sufficient (E), Satisfactory (D), Good (C), Very Good (B) or Excellent (A).

Comments on grades

The final grade of the course is based on the grade on Inorganic Chemical Theory provided that Laboratory Work and Seminars are Passed.

Modes of assessment

• Inorganic Chemical Theory (code A001): Written exam
• Laboratory Work and Seminars (code A002): Ongoing examination, written assignment and oral examination (laboratory reports and related tasks or the laboratory work)

Absence from Mandatory Course Component
If a student is absent from a mandatory course component, the examiner determines if the student will be able to make up for the component during another scheduled class of the same kind. Otherwise, the student is referred to the next time the course is offered. As an exception the examiner may decide on substitute assignments. These shall then be carried out before or shortly after the end of the course.

For students with a documented disability, the university may approve applications for adapted or other modes of assessment.

For further information, see the university's local examination regulations.

Specific entry requirements

"General Chemistry I" (7.5 credits) and further 7.5 credits from other courses in basic chemistry.

For further information, see the university's admission regulations.

Other provisions

The course is given in English.

Students who have been admitted to and registered on a course have the right to receive tuition and/or supervision for the duration of the time period specified for the particular course to which they were accepted (see, the university's admission regulations (in Swedish)). After that, the right to receive tuition and/or supervision expires.

Reading list and other learning resources

Required Reading

Lecture notes, further course material and laboratory instruction provided in Blackboard.

Additional Reading

Weller, Mark, Overton, Tina, Rourke, Jonathan & Armstrong, Fraser (Latest edition)
Inorganic Chemistry
Oxford University Press

Additions and Comments on the Reading List
If needed further materials will be provided.