Introduction to analytical chemistry
About the course
Theoretical and practical course. The course is available as a singular or elective course independent of study program, also to exchange students. The course is offered on condition that a minimum number of students register for the course.
The course will cover important theory and practical techniques for qualitative and quantitative work in a chemistry laboratory with emphasis on instrumental methods and relevant statistical methods for the treatment and evaluation of experimental data. The following topics will be covered:
- Laboratory safety
- Principles and application of gas, liquid and thin-layer chromatography
- Principles and application of extraction and isolation methodology
- Quantitative and qualitative analysis
- Spectrophotometry
- Infrared spectroscopy
- Nuclear magnetic resonance
- Mass spectrometry
- Substance identification and analysis from complex mixtures
- Scientific report writing
Admission requirements
Required: Basic knowledge in chemistry and spectroscopy - i.e KJE-1001 or equivalent.
Recommended: KJE-1003 or KJE-1006 or equivalent.
Application code 9197
Objectives of the course
The student has expanded knowledge and proficiency within relevant topics in chemistry. This means that the student
Knowledge
- has knowledge of common laboratory safety practices and the importance and practice of laboratory record keeping and report writing
- has knowledge of the importance of accurate volumetric measurements and relevant statistical analyses
- understands the principles of chromatography and its practical applications towards quantitative and qualitative analysis (GC, LC, TLC)
- understands the process of isolation, identification and quantification of single components from complex mixtures
- understands the principles and applications of common spectrometric techniques (NMR, MS, UV/Vis and IR)
- has knowledge of common classes of chemical substances and the general process of analysis and quantification of these
Skills
- can write concise reports on experimental findings.
- can assess safety issues associated with laboratory practice
- can conduct experiments independently according to written procedures
- can assess and discuss experimental results
- can analyze data from the methods described above and apply the relevant statistical treatment
- can evaluate and use relevant methods for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of specific problems in chemistry
- can use extraction methods to isolate single components from more complex mixtures
General Competence
- can apply his/her knowledge and skills developed in this course to solve a variety of practical chemical problems
- can accurately communicate chemical terms, theories and problems related to the methods covered in this course through written scientific reports
- can plan and carry out practical work task involving analytical chemistry instrumentations alone or in group
- can participate in advanced courses on the topics covered in this course
Prerequisites
Anbefalte forkunnskaper
KJE-1003 Practical organic chemistry, KJE-1006 Environmental chemistry
Obligatorisk forkunnskapskrav
KJE-1001 Introduction to chemistry and the chemistry of biology
Teaching methods
Language of instruction and examination
The language of instruction is English and all syllabus material is in English.Schedule
The schedules are normally finalized and published well in advance of the start of the semester, often a few weeks beforehand. This gives students the opportunity to organize their studies and prepare for upcoming activities.
It is recommended to check the schedule regularly, as changes may occur.
Information to incoming exchange students
This course is open for inbound exchange student who meets the admission requirements, including prerequisites. Please see the Admission requirements" and the "Prerequisite" sections for more information.
Do you have questions about this module? Please check the following website to contact the course coordinator for exchange students at the faculty: INBOUND STUDENT MOBILITY: COURSE COORDINATORS AT THE FACULTIES | UiT
Examination
To take an examination, the student must have passed the following coursework requirements
| Approved laboratory work, including the lab journal | Approved – not approved |
To take an examination, the student must have passed the following coursework requirements
| Approved laboratory work, including the lab journal | Approved – not approved |
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