529-0030-00L Laboratory Course: Elementary Chemical Techniques
| Semester | Autumn Semester 2023 |
| Lecturers | A. de Mello, F. Jenny, N. Kobert, M. H. Schroth |
| Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
| Language of instruction | German |
Courses
| Number | Title | Hours | Lecturers | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 529-0030-00 P | Praktikum Chemie Groups are selected in myStudies. Vorwiegend BSc UWIS: Kurs 1 Vorwiegend BSc ERD, AGR, LM: Kurs 2 | 6 hrs | A. de Mello, F. Jenny, N. Kobert, M. H. Schroth |
Catalogue data
| Abstract | This practical course provides an introduction to elementary laboratory techniques. The experiments cover a wide range of techniques, including analytical and synthetic techniques (e. g. investigation of soil and water samples or the preparation of simple compunds). Furthermore, the handling of gaseous substances is practised. | |||||||||
| Learning objective | This course is intended to provide an overview of experimental chemical methods. The handling of chemicals and proper laboratory techniques represent the main learning targets. Furthermore, the description and recording of laboratory processes is an essential part of this course. | |||||||||
| Content | The classification and analysis of natural and artificial compounds is a key subject of this course. It provides an introduction to elementary laboratory techniques, and the experiments cover a wide range of analytic and synthetic tasks: Selected samples (e.g. soil and water) will be analysed with various methods, such as titrations, spectroscopy or ion chromatography. The chemistry of aqeous solutions (acid-base equilibria and solvatation or precipitation processes) is studied. The synthesis of simple inorganic complexes or organic molecules is practised. Furthermore, the preparation and handling of environmentally relevant gaseous species like carbon dioxide or nitrogen oxides is a central subject of the Praktikum. | |||||||||
| Lecture notes | The instructions to the experiments will be published on Moodle. | |||||||||
| Literature | A thorough study of all script materials is requested before the course starts. | |||||||||
Competencies |
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Performance assessment
| Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again) | |
Performance assessment as a semester course | |
| ECTS credits | 3 credits |
| Examiners | A. de Mello, F. Jenny, N. Kobert, M. H. Schroth |
| Type | ungraded semester performance |
| Language of examination | German |
| Repetition | Repetition only possible after re-enrolling for the course unit. |
Learning materials
| No public learning materials available. | |
| Only public learning materials are listed. |
Groups
Restrictions
| There are no additional restrictions for the registration. |
Offered in
| Programme | Section | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Sciences Bachelor | Additional First Year Courses | O | |
| Earth and Climate Sciences Bachelor | First Year Additional Compulsory Courses | O | |
| Food Science Bachelor | Additional First Year Courses | O | |
| Environmental Sciences Bachelor | Additional First Year Compulsory Courses | O | |