Study programme 2023-2024 | Français | ||
Elements of Physical Chemistry | |||
Programme component of Bachelor's in Engineering (MONS) (day schedule) à la Faculty of Engineering |
Code | Type | Head of UE | Department’s contact details | Teacher(s) |
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UI-B1-IRCIVI-017-M | 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 | 22 | 22 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 4.00 | 1st term |
AA Code | Teaching Activity (AA) | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Term | Weighting |
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I-SDMA-020 | Physical Chemistry | 22 | 22 | 0 | 4 | 0 | Q1 | 100.00% |
Programme component |
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Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes of UE
At the conclusion of this learning activity, the student should : * Know the key features and properties of the main chemical elements; * In particular, be able to describe the physical or chemical interactions that each element is likely to have with another (electrostatic interactions, chemical bonding, ...); * Be able to describe the states of the matter (gas, liquid, solid) and the different kinds of solutions; * In particular, be able to describe the different kind of solid structures and, from that, predict the key features of materials (thermal and mechanical properties, conductibility, solubility, ...).
UE Content: description and pedagogical relevance
The course 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, ...).
Prior Experience
None
Type of Teaching Activity/Activities
AA | Type of Teaching Activity/Activities |
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I-SDMA-020 |
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Mode of delivery
AA | Mode of delivery |
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I-SDMA-020 |
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Required Reading
AA | Required Reading |
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I-SDMA-020 | Notes d'exercices - CHIMIE PHYSIQUE - Exercices & Travaux pratiques - A Decroly |
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 "pdf" files (non-editable but viewable with an Internet browser) and made available onto the Moodle platform. |
Recommended Learning Resources/Tools
AA | Recommended Learning Resources/Tools |
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I-SDMA-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. "PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY" Atkins, De Paula, Keeler (Oxford University Press, 11th edition 2018) |
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 |
Term 1 Assessment - type
AA | Type(s) and mode(s) of Q1 assessment |
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I-SDMA-020 |
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Term 1 Assessment - comments
AA | Term 1 Assessment - comments |
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I-SDMA-020 | A test (exercises + theory) is organised during the scheduled week. The practical reports are corrected and a behavioural mark is also given to each student; the 4th and last laboratory consists of an individual graded practical test. A graded exercise, based exclusively on exercises, is organised (duration: maximum 2 hours). The oral examination in January verifies the theoretical knowledge. After receiving the question, the student writes the answer on transparent slides and presents it. The emphasis is on understanding phenomena and concepts rather than memorization. The overall "AA" grade will be calculated as a GEOMETRIC average of three grades, according to the weightings detailed below. January: the marks for the test (5%) and the graded exercise (20%) are summed to make a single mark (25%); the overall TP mark represents 20% and the oral examination represents 55% of the total mark. |
Resit Assessment - Term 1 (B1BA1) - type
AA | Type(s) and mode(s) of Q1 resit assessment (BAB1) |
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I-SDMA-020 |
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Term 3 Assessment - type
AA | Type(s) and mode(s) of Q3 assessment |
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I-SDMA-020 |
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Term 3 Assessment - comments
AA | Term 3 Assessment - comments |
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I-SDMA-020 | A graded exercise, based exclusively on exercises, is organised (duration: maximum 2 hours). Carry-over (automatic, but optional) of the 1st "quadrennium" mark if > 60 %. Carry-over of the 1st "quadrennium" mark for the practical exercises, regardless of the mark. The June oral exam tests theoretical knowledge. The emphasis is on understanding phenomena and concepts rather than memorization . After receiving the question, the student writes the answer on a transparent slides and presents it. The overall "AA" mark will be calculated as a GEOMETRIC average of three marks, according to the weightings detailed below. Second session: the test grade is no longer taken into account and the graded exercise is weighted at 25%; the overall TP grade represents 20% and the oral exam represents 55% of the total grade. |