At the end of the course, the student will be able to : - Solve a numerical problem related to the stoichiometry of chemical reactions or thermodynamics (1st and 2nd principles) - Representing substances at the microscopic level using multiple semiotic systems - Determine the characteristics of substances at the microscopic level (electronic structure, chemical bonds, electronegativity, atomic radius, intermolecular forces) - Determine the characteristics of substances at the macroscopic level (solubility, boiling temperature, reactivity with other substances, state of matter) - Describe concrete applications in redox (batteries, etc.) or thermochemistry (self-heating capsules, etc.)
Being intended for students whose primary orientation is neither chemistry nor basic science, this course aims to introduce the basic concepts of modern day-to-day chemistry, with an emphasis on its molecular aspects. In addition to the knowledge (concepts related to the structure of matter, concepts related to the transformation of matter) and disciplinary know-how (molecular representations by chemical equations, quantitative treatment of stoichiometric problems, etc.) involved, emphasis will be placed on the methodology specific to scientists (formulation of a research question, keys for conducting a short bibliographic search, critical attitude, etc.). The "Chemistry" course forms the foundation for the EINGB221 "Environmental Science and Technology" course, as well as other science courses in the Management Engineering CV.
The first part of the course will consist in going from the atomic structure to the three-dimensional structure of mineral or organic molecules by way of the various modes of chemical bonding. As chemistry is essentially about transformations of matter, the second part will deal with the quantitative and energetic aspects associated with simple chemical reactions. Redox reactions will be addressed via the weighting approach and their main applications. It should be noted that no secondary school science course is required to take this course.
A formative assessment will be organised on a specific topic of the "chemistry" course: the nomenclature of mineral bodies and the molecular (or ionic) structure of compounds. The examination of the chemistry course cannot be a simple account of various stacked knowledge and skills. The student will have to show competence in the articulation of knowledge and skills through complex tasks. However, students will also be given a series of procedural exercises to test their mastery of more advanced elements of the subject. Regular attendance at the course and practical work will increase the chances of success in the test. The exam is composed of two parts:
a) a written test of 2 hours and 30 minutes, consisting of (1) open-ended questions covering theoretical discussions, simple procedures and complex tasks addressed during the course and during the practical work; (2) multiple-choice questions focused on more theoretical considerations.
Principles of chemistry, Tro, 2015 Concentrated chemistry, Wauters, 2015 Physical chemistry, Atkins, 1998
| Training | Study programme | Block | Credits | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor in Business Engineering | Standard | 0 | 4 | |
| Bachelor in Business Engineering | Standard | 1 | 4 |