Study programme 2017-2018 | Français | ||
Elements of Physical and Organic Chemistry | |||
Programme component of Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Charleroi (Hor. jour)) à la Faculty of Engineering |
Code | Type | Head of UE | Department’s contact details | Teacher(s) |
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UI-B1-IRCIVI-007-C | Compulsory UE | DECROLY André | F502 - Science des Matériaux |
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Language of instruction | Language of assessment | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Credits | Weighting | Term |
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| Français | 35 | 37 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 7 | 7 | Année |
AA Code | Teaching Activity (AA) | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Term | Weighting |
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I-SDMA-020 | Physical Chemistry | 18 | 22 | 0 | 8 | 0 | Q1 | 55.00% |
I-GPRO-020 | Basic Organic Chemistry | 17 | 15 | 0 | 4 | 0 | Q2 | 45.00% |
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Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes of UE
Acquire and understand the basic concepts of Chemistry and be aware of their importance and omnipresence in many fields of the practical concerns of Engineers. At the conclusion of this course unit, the student should : * Know the key features and properties of the main chemical elements and of the most common organic functions; * Describe the physical or chemical interactions that each element is likely to have with another (electrostatic interactions, chemical bonding, ...) and then: • Be able to describe the states of the matter (gas, liquid, solid and solutions) and in particular the different kind of solid structures to predict the key features of materials; • Be able to predict the results of the main types of organic reactions, linking them with their mechanism and their functional classes.
Content of UE
The Physical chemistry course (1st block) begins with the description of the atom and its components. The Bohr atomic model is used to explain the atomic electromagnetic waves absorption and emission spectra. The atomic orbitals and the electronic structure of the elements are further described on the basis of the Schrodinger equation and the quantum numbers. The physical and chemical properties of the elements and their evolution throughout the Mendeleev periodic table are described and the main reasons which lead to them are spelt out. In the second chapter, a great importance is attached to the description of the electrostatic interactions and to the chemical (polar and covalent) bond formation with particular emphasis on the hybridization phenomenon that possibly accompanies the formation of a simple covalent or a co-ordination bond. This concept of chemical bond is essential to enable an approach to the states of the matter (gaseous, liquid and solid) and to the description of the different types of solids reported in the following chapters. The directed exercise sessions and the laboratory work focus on some more concrete notions such as the quantification of matter (masses, volumes, stoichiometry), the proportions of components (molarity, fractions) in a thermodynamic system (gaseous, liquid and solid) and the processing of these components (preparation of solutions, extraction, reactions, …). The Organic chemistry course (2nd block) is divided in two parts. The first part deals with general aspects of organic chemistry reviewing the electronic structure of the major elements in organic chemistry. The geometry of organic molecules, 3D-structres and bonds are described. On this basis, the various phenomena of isomerism and stereoisomerism are detailed. Electronic effects (inductive and mesomeric effects) in organic molecules are presented to better understand the observed reactivity. This part ends on the concepts of functions and structures of common functional groups and their nomenclature. The second part is dedicated to the study of the properties and reactivity of different classes of organic compounds (alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, aromatics, alcohols, acids, amines). A number of reactions such as substitution on the aliphatic carbon, radical and electrophilic addition to alkenes, the elimination from halo-alkanes and alcohols, the substitution of aromatic compounds and oxidation-reduction reactions. The involvement of different classes of organic compounds of daily life and living environment is exposed; special attention is given to polymers, their synthesis and their properties. Exercises and practical work (laboratory) focus on understanding the structures and bonds, molecule geometry, isomery and stereoisomery, identification of different organic families and functions, nomenclature, reaction properties of various chemical families and practical synthesis some common organic compounds.
Prior Experience
None.
Type of Assessment for UE in Q1
Q1 UE Assessment Comments
A test (exercises + theory) is organised during the 7th week dedicated to remediation (5 % of the mark). The written reports of the laboratory work are evaluated and a behavioural score is also attributed to each student. The 4th (and last) laboratory is an individual and quoted session. The global practical works note constitutes 20 % of the mark. A quoted exercise test is organized after the practical works during the 12th or 13th week (20 % of the mark; maximal duration: 90 min). The oral exam in January verifies the theoretical knowledge. After receiving the question, the student write his answer on transparent slides that he will then present. The accent is put on the understanding of phenomena and concepts rather than on the memorization (55 % of the mark, maximal duration: 60 min). <strong>Should the note of the oral exam be lower than 30%, the global note for this learning activity will be the note of the oral exam only (<em>i.e.</em> without taking into account the notes of the test, the quoted exercice and the practical works).</strong>
Type of Assessment for UE in Q2
Q2 UE Assessment Comments
Other type of evaluation: reports and participation in laboratory work sessions. A written test (in week 21 or 22) concerning the chemical structures, hybridisation, isomerisms and stereoisomerisms, functions, nomenclature and basic reactivity (weighting: 20% of the mark, maximum duration 120 min). Students who obtain 12/20 are exempt from this part for the "exercises" part of the written global examination. During the laboratory sessions, evaluations are performed by MCQ tests, the reports are marked, and a behavioural score is assigned to each student (weighting: 15% of the global mark). The final exam of the first session is a written one (theoretical knowledge, exploitation, questions concerning laboratories and chemical synthesisexercises), 65% of the score, maximum duration of 240 minutes, split into two sessions of 120 minutes.
Type of Assessment for UE in Q3
Q3 UE Assessment Comments
<u><strong>Physical Chemistry:</strong></u> The second session (Q3) only includes only the oral examination (100 % of the mark). The notes of the test, the quoted exercice and the practical works are not taken into account anymore. <u><strong>Organic Chemistry: </strong></u>The marks related to the laboratory work and the e-test are carried over (15 % of the mark). The final exam of the second session is a written one (theoretical aspects, questions concerning laboratories and chemical synthesis, exercises), 85% of the score. Maximum duration 240 minutes, split into two sessions of 120 minutes.
Type of Resit Assessment for UE in Q1 (BAB1)
Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)
The re-take examination in June (Q1(B1BA)) only includes only the oral examination (100 % of the mark). The notes of the test, the quoted exercice and the practical works are not taken into account anymore.
Type of Teaching Activity/Activities
AA | Type of Teaching Activity/Activities |
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I-SDMA-020 |
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I-GPRO-020 |
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Mode of delivery
AA | Mode of delivery |
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I-SDMA-020 |
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I-GPRO-020 |
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Required Reading
AA | Required Reading |
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I-SDMA-020 | Note de cours - Eléments de Chimie physique - Prof. A. DECROLY |
I-GPRO-020 | Note de cours - Elements de chimie organique - Anne-Lise Hantson Notes d'exercices - Eléments de chimie organique - Exercices - A.L. Hantson - F. Ramon |
Required Learning Resources/Tools
AA | Required Learning Resources/Tools |
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I-SDMA-020 | The slides shown during the course are converted into Flash files (non-editable but viewable with Internet Explorer) and made available onto the Moodle platform. |
I-GPRO-020 | Not applicable |
Recommended Reading
AA | Recommended Reading |
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I-SDMA-020 | |
I-GPRO-020 |
Recommended Learning Resources/Tools
AA | Recommended Learning Resources/Tools |
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I-SDMA-020 | Not applicable |
I-GPRO-020 | Not applicable |
Other Recommended Reading
AA | Other Recommended Reading |
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I-SDMA-020 | "Chemistry - A molecular approach", N.J. Tro, Pearson. |
I-GPRO-020 | J. Mc Murry - 1999 - Organic chemistry - London - Brooks/Cole Thomson Learning. K.P.C. Vollhardt - 1995 -Traité de Chimie organique - Bruxelles - De Boeck Université. P. Arnaud - 2009 - Chimie organique - Dunod (18ième édition) |
Grade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next
AA | Grade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next |
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I-SDMA-020 | Unauthorized |
I-GPRO-020 | Unauthorized |