Course code Ķīmi1027
Credit points 3
Total Hours in Course81
Number of hours for lectures16
Number of hours for laboratory classes24
Independent study hours41
Date of course confirmation30.03.2021
Responsible UnitInstitute of Food
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Ķīmi1001 [GKIM1001] Chemistry
In this study course students acquire basic laws of chemistry, structure of matter; colligative properties of solutions; colloidal state of the substances. The Electrochemical processes covers the potential theory of electrodes, galvanic elements, electrolysis and its application, chemical and electrochemical corrosion, and protection against it. The properties and application of structural metals are studied.
Knowledge and critical understanding of the physical and chemical properties of structural metals, the colligative properties of solutions; processes in galvanic cells, use of electrolysis for metal coatings, as well as electrochemical corrosion and protection against it - tests.
Skills to analyze, compare and evaluate the resistance and reactivity of metals and their alloys under different conditions, to explain the influence of various factors on the rate of chemical reactions; to evaluate possibilities of various galvanic elements and to find creative solutions for corrosion prevention in given conditions - laboratory works.
Competence to objectively evaluate new information, ability to independently acquire and analyze information, as well as to use it in solving chemistry related problems and practical tasks - protocols of laboratory works, tasks of independent work.
The subject of chemistry. Atomic structure. Classification of inorganic compounds. (Lecture 1h). Indicator reactions, MR (1st Laboratory work 2h).
2. Periodic law and periodic table. Classification of inorganic compounds (Lecture 1h). Indicator reactions, MO (1st Laboratory work 1h). 1 st independent work on the classification of inorganic compounds.
3. Chemical bonds (Lecture 1h). Indicator reactions, FN (1 st Laboratory work 2h). 2nd independent work on Al, Mg, Be. Ti. Test No.1
4. Chemical kinetics (Lecture 1h). Indicator reactions, universal indicator (1 st Laboratory work 1h).
5. Chemical balance (Lecture 1h). Amphoteric hydroxides (Cu) (2st Laboratory work 2h). Test No.2
6. Metals, their general characteristics (Lecture 1h). Amphoteric hydroxides (Al) (3st Laboratory work 1h). 3rd independent work on Cr, Mn, W, V.
7. Solutions, their properties (Lecture 1h). Amphoteric hydroxides (Zn) (4st Laboratory work 2h). 4th independent work on the chemical properties of amphoteric oxides and hydroxides. Test No3.
8. Dispersion systems, their classification (Lecture 1h). Oxidation-reduction reactions (in acidic environment), (5nd Laboratory work 1h).
9. Colligative properties of solutions (Lecture 1h). Oxidation-reduction reactions (in neutral environment), (5nd Laboratory work 2h). 5th Independent work on Cu, Zn, Co, Ni. Test No 4.
10. Electrochemistry. Electrodes, their distribution (Lecture 1h). Oxidation-reduction reactions (in basic medium), (5th Laboratory work 1h) .6th Independent work on Oxidation-reduction reactions. Test No5.
11. Electrolysis (Lecture 1h). Reactions of metals (Cu) with acids (5th Laboratory work 2h). Test No6.
12. Electrolysis, its practical application (Lecture 1h). Reactions of metals (Zn) with acids (5th Laboratory work 1h).
13. Corrosion, its types. Chemical corrosion (Lecture 1h). Speed of chemical reactions, effect of concentration (6th Laboratory work 2h). Test No7.
14. Electrochemical corrosion (Lecture 1h). Speed of chemical reactions, effect of temperature (6th Laboratory work 1h). 7th Independent work on Sn, Pb, Hg, Mo.
15. Corrosion protection (Lecture 1h). Chemical equilibrium, influence of reagent concentration,( 7th Laboratory work 2h). 8th independent work on electrochemical processes. Test No8.
16. Metal alloys, their distribution, properties and application (Lecture 1h). Chemical balance, influence of final product concentration, (7th Laboratory work 1h).
Test with a grade in the 1st semester. To pass the test, you must have worked and counted for 7 laboratory works, counted for 8 independent assignments, successfully written for 8 tests. The tag is formed as an average mark from the successfully written check marks.
Preparation for tests, performing tasks of independent work, processing of laboratory work reports, processing of results obtained in laboratory work.
The overall assessment of the study course consists of evaluations of the written tests and laboratory works, as well as the completion of independent work.
Final grade of the study course will be calculated using a marking scheme:
• tests 60%;
• laboratory reports 30%.
• independent work 10%;
Student must earn a positive mark (at least 4) for every course activity to pass the course.
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