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Learning outcomes |
The course unit aims to provide a basic understanding of the core area of physical chemistry: chemical thermodynamics, chemical equilibrium, phase equilibrium and chemical kinetics, based around the theme of systems, states and processes applied to biological phenomena.
At the end of this UC the student should be able to:
- Mastering the terminology of thermodynamics and chemical kinetics: nomenclature, system units and conventions.
- Apply the learned formalism to solve problems and case studies of thermodynamics and chemical kinetics related to biological phenomena.
- Plan, design and develop experimental work to study simple thermodynamic kinetic properties.
-Treat experimental data in order to understand systems behavior by calculation and analysis of derived thermodynamic and kinetic properties.
- Demonstrated scientific ability and critical thinking in interpreting systems thermodynamic and kinetic behavior.
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Main Bibliography |
- Chang R., “Physical Chemistry for the Chemical and Biological Sciences”, University Science Books, 2000.
- Atkins P. , de-Paula J., “Physical Chemistry for the Life Sciences”, W. H. Freeman, 2006.
- Leung M., “Problems and Solutions to accompany Raymond Chang: Physical Chemistry for the Chemical and Biological Sciences”, University Science Books, 2000.
- Schafer W., Klunker J., Schelenz T., Meier T., Symonds A., “Laboratory Experiments Chemistry”, PHYWE series of publications, Germany, 2008.
- Chang R., “Physical Chemistry for the Biosciences”, University Science Books, 2005.
- Atkins P., Jones L., “Chemical Principles: The Quest for Insight”, 3.rd Edition, W. H. Freeman, 2005.
- Barrow G., “Physical Chemistry”, 6.st Edition, Mc Graw Hill, 1996.
- Atkins P., “Physical Chemistry”, 5.st Edition, Oxford University Press, 1994.
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Teaching Methodologies and Assessment Criteria |
The UC assessment can be carried out in a traditional or continuous way, with the student having to choose until 9/27.
The ongoing evaluation will include the assessment of 4 components:
1- Monitoring of work performed (25%).
2- Realization of intermediate frequencies (fi): theoretical component (25%) and theoretical-practical (25%).
3-Laboratory work and practical attendance (25%).
The evaluation carried out in a traditional way will have the appreciation of 3 components:
- A theoretical component (37.5%).
- A theoretical-practical component (37.5%).
- Laboratory work and completion of intermediate frequencies practical component (25%).
Monitoring of work carried out during the semester:
In the week before each class, objectives will be distributed to be fulfilled in the following class. During the class, students will be asked to upload some questions about their work on the moodle platform (rated for 5 v – 25%). These classes will be taught in an interactive and non-expository mode.
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