CH1401
Introductory Inorganic and Physical Chemistry
2023-2024
20
10
SCQF level 7
1
Academic year(s): 2023-2024
SCOTCAT credits : 20
ECTS credits : 10
Level : SCQF level 7
Semester: 1
Planned timetable:
The module includes lectures on the origin of the elements, atoms and the Periodic Table, shapes and properties of molecules, chemistry of the elements, properties of solutions, thermochemistry, thermodynamics and kinetics.
Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must have passed Higher or A-level Chemistry at grade B, or IB HL Chemistry at grade 5, or other equivalent qualification.
Anti-requisite(s): You cannot take this module if you take CH1202
Weekly contact: 4 lectures, 1 tutorial and 1 x 3-hour afternoon practical.
Scheduled learning hours: 74
Guided independent study hours: 126
As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 60%, 1-hour Practical Examination = 10%, Coursework = 30%
As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 60%
Practical examinations : 10%
Coursework: 30%
Re-assessment: 2-hour Written Examination = 60%, 1-hour Practical Examination = 10%, Coursework = 30%
Module coordinator: Dr R T Baker
Module teaching staff: Prof P A Wright, Prof R E Morris, Dr P Kilian, Dr R Smith, Dr D Pinto, Dr I A Smellie (Lab-coordinator)