Analytical Chemistry, 7.5 credits

Learning outcomes

Knowledge and comprehension
After completing the course, students shall be able to

• explain the theory of classical analytical methods (for example gravimetry, titrimetry) and instrumental analytical methods (for example spectrometry, electrochemical analysis),
• outline the basic principles separation methods (for example chromatography, electrophoresis),
• apply the knowledge of basic statistics to solve analytical problems in a quantitative manner, and
• discuss the significance of quality assurance in analytical chemistry methods and how to develop them.

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

• plan and develop analytical procedures using classical and instrumental analytical methods as well as separation methods based on chemical knowledge and basic statistics as starting points, and
• conduct chemical analysis in a safe way and 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 analytical procedures, and
• evaluate and criticize experimental results and theoretical interpretations.

Content

Gravimetric and titrimetric methods of analysis such as electrochemistry, spectroscopic methods and chromatography as well as quality assurance and applied statistics.

Examinations and grades

Theory, 4 credits (Code: A003)
Grades used are Fail (F), Sufficient (E), Satisfactory (D), Good (C), Very Good (B) or Excellent (A).

Practical Laboratory Work and Seminars, 3.5 credits (Code: A004)
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

To obtain a pass grade for the course as a whole, a minimum of grade E is required for all theoretical modules on the course as well as Pass (G) on the project work and all obligatory seminars. The final course grade is based on the result of the theoretical part.

Modes of assessment

• Theory (code A003): Written exam
• Practical Laboratory Work and Seminars (code A004): Practical examination, oral examination and written assignment

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

A minimium of 15 Credits in Basic Chemistry is required.

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

Other provisions

This course is given partly or entirely in English.

Students who have commenced but not completed the course as prescribed in the version of the syllabus in force in the autumn semester 2024 and 2023, are entitled to take the examination Theory, 5 credits (examination code A001) and Practical Laboratory Work and Seminars, 2,5 credits (examination code A002) within a period of 12 to 18 months from 2024-09-02.

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

Skoog, Douglas A., West, Donald M., Holler, F. James & Crouch, Stanley R. (Latest Edition)
Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry
Belmont: Brooks/Cole

Additions and Comments on the Reading List

Laboratory instructions and other materials will be provided.