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5.4. Chemistry I (Mandatory)

5.4.1. Justification ↑ Back to top

Chemistry provides a foundation for understanding the composition, structure, and properties of matter, essential for engineering disciplines in areas such as materials science, nanotechnology, and industrial processes. This course introduces the basic principles of general chemistry.

5.4.2. Generales Goals ↑ Back to top

1. Understand the structure of matter at the atomic and molecular level.
2. Apply the principles of stoichiometry to perform chemical calculations.
3. Understand the different types of chemical bonds and their influence on the properties of substances.

5.4.3. Contribution to Outcomes ↑ Back to top

AG-C07) Computing Knowledge: Applies knowledge of mathematics, science, and computing. (Familiarity)

5.4.4. Content ↑ Back to top

5.4.4.1. Matter and Energy (8 hours) [Skills AG-C07] ↑ Back to top

Bibliography: (Brown et al., 2017; Chang and Goldsby, 2016)

Topics

1. Classification of matter: elements, compounds, homogeneous and heterogeneous mixtures
2. Physical and chemical properties, and physical and chemical changes of matter
3. International System of units, significant figures, and dimensional analysis
4. Forms of energy, heat and temperature; the law of conservation of mass and energy
5. The scientific method applied to chemistry: observation, hypothesis, and experimentation

Learning Outcomes

1. Classify a sample of matter as an element, compound, or mixture, and distinguish homogeneous from heterogeneous mixtures [Familiarity]
2. Apply dimensional analysis and significant-figure rules in calculations involving chemical measurements [Usage]
3. Relate observed energy changes to specific physical and chemical processes, applying the law of conservation of energy [Assessment]

5.4.4.2. Atomic Structure (10 hours) [Skills AG-C07] ↑ Back to top

Bibliography: (Brown et al., 2017; Chang and Goldsby, 2016)

Topics

1. Historical evolution of the atomic model: Dalton, Thomson, Rutherford, and Bohr
2. Subatomic particles, atomic number, mass number, and isotopes
3. Electron configuration, quantum numbers, and the Aufbau principle
4. Organization of the periodic table: groups, periods, and blocks
5. Periodic trends: atomic radius, ionization energy, electron affinity, and electronegativity

Learning Outcomes

1. Describe the historical evolution of the atomic model and each model's contribution to the current understanding of the atom [Familiarity]
2. Determine the electron configuration of an atom or ion from its position in the periodic table [Usage]
3. Predict periodic trends (atomic radius, ionization energy) to compare two or more elements [Assessment]

5.4.4.3. Chemical Bonding (10 hours) [Skills AG-C07] ↑ Back to top

Bibliography: (Brown et al., 2017; Chang and Goldsby, 2016)

Topics

1. Ionic bonding: formation, lattice energy, and properties of ionic compounds
2. Covalent bonding, Lewis structures, and the concept of resonance
3. Molecular geometry via Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion (VSEPR) theory
4. Electronegativity, bond polarity, and molecular polarity
5. Intermolecular forces: dipole-dipole, hydrogen bonding, and London dispersion forces

Learning Outcomes

1. Draw correct Lewis structures, including resonance cases, for molecules and polyatomic ions [Usage]
2. Predict the molecular geometry and polarity of a molecule by applying VSEPR theory [Usage]
3. Relate the type of intermolecular force present in a substance to its observed physical properties (boiling point, solubility) [Assessment]

5.4.4.4. Stoichiometry (10 hours) [Skills AG-C07] ↑ Back to top

Bibliography: (Brown et al., 2017; Chang and Goldsby, 2016)

Topics

1. Chemical formulas, molar mass, and the mole concept
2. Balancing chemical equations and their quantitative interpretation
3. Mole-to-mole, mass-to-mass, and mass-to-mole stoichiometric calculations
4. Limiting reagent, excess reagent, and percent yield
5. Molarity, solution preparation, and solution stoichiometry

Learning Outcomes

1. Balance chemical equations by inspection, verifying conservation of mass [Familiarity]
2. Calculate the amounts of reactants and products in a chemical reaction using mole ratios [Usage]
3. Determine the limiting reagent and percent yield of a reaction from experimental data [Assessment]

5.4.4.5. States of Matter (10 hours) [Skills AG-C07] ↑ Back to top

Bibliography: (Brown et al., 2017; Chang and Goldsby, 2016)

Topics

1. Gas laws: Boyle's, Charles's, Avogadro's, and the ideal gas equation
2. Kinetic-molecular theory of gases and its applications
3. Phase changes, heating curves, and phase diagrams
4. Crystalline and amorphous solids; types of crystalline solids
5. Colligative properties of solutions: vapor pressure lowering, boiling point elevation, freezing point depression, and osmotic pressure

Learning Outcomes

1. Apply the ideal gas equation and the gas laws to solve problems involving pressure, volume, and temperature [Usage]
2. Interpret a phase diagram to identify the states and transitions of a substance under different conditions [Familiarity]
3. Calculate the colligative properties of a solution (vapor pressure, boiling point, freezing point) from its concentration [Assessment]

5.4.5. Bibliography ↑ Back to top

Brown, T. L., Jr., H. E. L., Bursten, B. E., Murphy, C. J., and Woodward, P. M. (2017). Chemistry: The Central Science. Pearson.

Chang, R. and Goldsby, K. A. (2016). Chemistry. McGraw-Hill Education.