UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORD
MODULE CODE: CHM1001
CREDITS: 20
LEVEL: 4
MODULE TITLE: Inorganic Chemistry 1
PRE-REQUISITE(S): None
CO-REQUISITE(S): None
COMPENSATABLE WITHIN THIS PROGRAMME: Yes
SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR: This module provides an introduction to fundamental
theoretical concepts in inorganic chemistry. It also provides training in practical techniques of
classical analysis, an introduction to instrumental methods and good laboratory practice.
ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT:
COURSEWORK 50% EXAMINATION 50%
Give Subject Assessment Panel Group to which module should be linked ......CHM
Minimum pass mark for professional body accreditation ........n/a........................
JACS Code: F100
MODULE AIMS: To provide knowledge and understanding of the theoretical concepts of inorganic
chemistry; and to equip students with key laboratory and communication skills through practical
investigations in classical and some instrumental methods of inorganic analysis and laboratory reporting.
ASSESSED LEARNING OUTCOMES: After completing the module the student should be able
to:
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Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the foundations, facts and principles of inorganic
chemistry and use this knowledge to solve well-defined problems
Work safely in the laboratory using basic laboratory equipment to make and record
measurements accurately when using classical and some instrumental methods of inorganic
analysis
Retrieve, interpret, and analyse chemical information obtained as a result of qualitative and
quantitative methods of inorganic analysis, and communicate the results in the form of a written
laboratory report according to a set of guidelines
INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT:
Theoretical and experimental inorganic chemistry covering fundamental areas including but not limited
to:
Classical and instrumental methods: quantitative and qualitative methods of analysis of inorganic
compounds.
Electronic configuration and periodic classification of the elements: periodic properties; the structures
and properties of elements selected from the p and d block such as copper, carbon, sulphur and
phosphorus.
Structures and properties of selected anions: e.g. oxyanions and polyoxyanions of silicon, phosphorus
and the chromium group; shapes and bond angles of ABn type molecules; VSEPR treatment, including
more complex molecules. Semiconductors, band theory of metals, insulators and n and p type
semiconductors.
A general survey of the properties of the elements and their compounds as correlated by the periodic
classification, in particular Group I, IV and VII. Important features such as allotropy, acid/base
behaviour, redox properties and organometallic derivatives will be emphasised. Introduction to the first
row transition elements and their general properties.