Module Details

Module Code: ZCHE H2102
Module Title: Analytical/Inorganic Chemistry
Title: Analytical/Inorganic Chemistry
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 15
Module Coordinator: Paula Rankin
Module Author:: Carmel Roche
Domains:  
Module Description: The aim of this module is to impart knowledge of basic analytical principles, in areas of spectroscopic, titrimetric, electrochemical and transition metal chemistry and to provide practical training in this subject area with due regard to best practice and safety.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Demonstrate a theoretical knowledge and understanding of analytical chemistry as applied to spectroscopic and titrimetric analysis.
LO2 Describe the physical and chemical properties of the representative and transition elements.
LO3 Demonstrate the fundamentals of ionic solutions and electrochemical cells
LO4 Demonstrate a knowledge of basic inorganic chemistry.
LO5 Demonstrate proficiency in the use of laboratory instruments.
LO6 Apply the appropriate safety procedures and regulations in the laboratory
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Theory
1. Titrimetric methods: Principles of acid-base, complexometric, redox and precipitation titrations; importance of indicator concentration/selection and stoichiometric calculations. 2. Transition metal chemistry: The first series of transition elements. The metals (Sc - Zn): electronic configurations, chemical properties and uses. 3. Spectroscopic methods: The electromagnetic spectrum. Introduction to atomic absorption spectroscopy, flame photometry, FTIR and UV-Vis methods, including sample treatment, concentration range, industrial applications, optimum conditions, interferences. 4. Inorganic Chemistry: Systematic chemistry of the non-transition elements i.e. physical properties, group chemical reactions. 5. Ionic solutions & Electrochemical cells. Nernst equation
Practical
Two “dry” practicals covering relevant calculations and H&S requirements will be followed by an introduction to the Analytical laboratory. Subsequent practicals will develop skills in the use of analytical equipment and techniques from AAS, FP, FTIR, UV-Vis and various titrimetric analysis.Use of ion-selective electrodes, conductimetric titrations. Preparative Inorganic chemistry and qualitative Inorganic chemistry will also be scheduled. The practicals covered will reinforce and amplify the material covered in the lecture course. A major emphasis will be placed on the interfacing of instruments with updated software, e.g., probe for UV-Vis.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment10.00%
Practical40.00%
End of Module Formal Examination50.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 10
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
3 continuous assessment exams
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Sem 1 End Learning Outcomes 5,6
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Practical Log Book
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 50
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
No Description
Reassessment Requirement
Exam Board
It is at the discretion of the Examination Board as to what the qualifying criteria are.
Reassessment Description
A resit formal theory written exam can be taken in the Autumn on condition that the student has passed the relevant CA practical & theory elements of the subject.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecture 30 Weeks per Stage 2.00 60
Laboratory Contact Practicsl 30 Weeks per Stage 3.00 90
Estimated Learner Hours Non Contact Independent learning 30 Weeks per Stage 2.00 60
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Christian, GD. (2004), Analytical Chemistry, 6th. Wiley.
  • (2005), General chemistry, Pearson Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River, N.J., [ISBN: 0-13-140283-8].
  • MacKay, K and Mackay, R. (2004), Introduction to Modern Inorganic Chemistry, 6th.
  • Skoog, DA & West, DM. (2004), Analytical Chemistry, 8th. Saunders college publishing.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
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