Unit Code: CHM403
Unit Name: Foundation Chemistry II
Description: The purpose of this unit is to provide basic concepts in chemistry, needed by those who will continue to study chemistry at the tertiary level. This unit is concerned with further broadening knowledge of the specified major patterns of chemical behaviour and understanding these patterns according to various chemical principles. Basic concepts in thermochemistry, electrochemistry, acid-base chemistry, transition metals and diversity of organic compounds shall be discussed. In the delivery of this unit, emphasis will be placed on the conduct of practical experiments and demonstration of safe and accurate use of apparatus and chemicals, developing skills in using scientific methods of solving problems, understanding of common chemical principles and their application to a range of everyday situation and technology.
Learning Target Outcomes: On successful completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Perform calculations relevant to the enthalpy of reaction, calorimetry, standard enthalpy of formation, bond enthalpy, Hess\'s Law and Born-Haber Cycle to study thermochemical principles. 2. Explain the observed periodic trends of 3d subshell elements( Sc-Zn) and understand the concept of variable oxidation states, ligands (limited to ligands such as water, ammonia, cyanide ion ) and resultant metal coordination complexes. 3. Use the IUPAC nomenclature to determine names, structural formulae and classification of common organic chemicals, and use knowledge of bond polarity and intermolecular forces to study their various physical properties and explain chemical properties. 4. Perform calculations and solve aqueous solution problems using the concept of equilibrium constant, acid-base theory and practice, buffer systems and precipitation reactions. 5. Apply oxidation and reduction theories to discuss electrochemical cells, and solve electrochemical problems.
Prerequisite: MER
Prerequisite Sentence: Minimum Entry Requirement of the programme
Credit Point: 12
Offered In: Semester 2