535-1001-00L Laboratory Course General Chemistry (for Biology and Pharmacy)
| Semester | Autumn Semester 2018 |
| Lecturers | R. O. Kissner, K.‑H. Altmann, J. Hall, D. Neri, G. Schneider, M. D. Wörle |
| Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
| Language of instruction | German |
| Comment | Information about the practical course will be given on the first day. |
| Abstract | Introduction to the practical work in a chemistry laboratory. The most important manipulations and techniques are treated, as well as the the most fundamental chemical reaction types. |
| Learning objective | - Knowledge of the basic chemical laboratory methods. - Basic knowledge of the scientific approach in experimenting. - Observation and interpretation of real-world chemical processes. - Keeping of a reliable laboratory journal. |
| Content | - Simple chemical methods and calculations. - Separation techniques. - Physical measurements: mass, volume, pH, optical spectra. - Ionic solids (salts). - Acid/base chemistry, buffers. - Redox reactions. - Metal complexes. - Titration methods and quantitative spectrometry. - Introduction to qualitative analysis. |
| Lecture notes | Course manual in German (is handed out to the students at the begin of the lessons). Language: German, English upon request. PDF files available at http://acac1.ethz.ch/praktikum/docs.html |
| Literature | Basic Concepts of Chemistry, International Student Version, 8th Edition, Leo J. Malone, Theodore Dolter Wiley is a suitable textbook. |
| Prerequisites / Notice | This practical course causes costs for materials and chemicals. The costs are charged to the students at the end of semester. |