Course Objectives

To acquire a basic understanding of chemistry and the environment, and an appreciation of the causes and effects of those processes which result in environmental problems. The student will learn strategies to avoid or reduce environmental problems.

Acquire knowledge about common chemical analytical methods, important technics and safety in the laboratory. Acquire good working habits and skills.

Course Description

Chemistry 7 credits: The structure of atoms and the periodic table, chemical binding, chemical equations and calculations, chemical names, solutions, chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, oxidation and reduction, electro-chemistry and organic chemistry.

Environment 3 credits: General ecology, air-pollution/purification of emissions to the atmosphere, water pollution/purification and discharges to water, refuse and its treatment, energy and the environment, working environments.

Laboratory course 5 credits: Quantitative analysis, physical/organic measurements, organic synthesis.

Learning Methods

Lectures and practical assignments.

Supervision in the laboratory.

Assessment Methods

Environment: 30 % written exam
Chemistry: 70 % final written exam.

In order to pass the course, the student must pass both examinations.

Accomplished laboratory course and approved laboratory journals in may.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean