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CHEM20100

Academic Year 2024/2025

Basis of Inorganic Chemistry (CHEM20100)

Subject:
Chemistry
College:
Science
School:
Chemistry
Level:
2 (Intermediate)
Credits:
5
Module Coordinator:
Professor Serena Cussen
Trimester:
Autumn
Mode of Delivery:
On Campus
Internship Module:
No
How will I be graded?
Letter grades

Curricular information is subject to change.

In this course, you will gain a basic knowledge of inorganic chemistry. This includes a discussion of different types of molecular and solid state bonding, geometrical and steric considerations and an introduction to the distribution of electron density and oxidation states. The solid state part of this course will describe the structures of A, AB, AB2 and AB3 compounds and metallic, ionic and covalent bonding in solid materials. In addition, X-ray diffraction as the key method of investigating the solid state experimentally will be introduced. Trends across the periodic table will be highlighted, and examples cited to illustrate the relevance of these concepts to applied fields, such as solar cells, batteries, and self-assembly.

This is a predominantly lecture-based module. The mode of delivery is blended including face-to-face and online modes.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the mode of delivery, assessment and content of the module may be subject to change.



About this Module

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module, students are expected to:
- distinguish and illustrate covalent, metallic, and ionic bonding
- predict the geometry of complexes
- assign oxidation states to ligands and metal centres
- draw the unit cells of a selection of inorganic solid compounds

Indicative Module Content:

Main group chemistry - shape and symmetry.
Electron transfer chemistry.
Solid state - structure and thermodynamics.

Student Effort Hours:
Student Effort Type Hours
Autonomous Student Learning

61
Lectures

24
Tutorial

5
Laboratories

12
Microlabs

3
Total

105

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
active/task-based learning - laboratory exercises;
peer and group work - working together on experimental procedures;
lectures;
enquiry & problem-based learning - tutorial problems and short quizzes.

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations
Learning Requirements:

Students registering for this module should have completed CHEM00010 Introductory Chemistry OR achieved a minimum grade of C in Leaving Certificate Honours Chemistry or equivalent.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Incompatibles:
CHEM10080 - Inorganic Chemistry (Med), CHEM10130 - Applied Intro. & Phys Chem, CHEM20090 - Chemistry for Biology


 

Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade In Module Component Repeat Offered
Exam (In-person): Assessment type can include questions which test recall of fundamentals, discursive interpretation of basics of inorganic chemistry and problem-based questions. End of trimester
Duration:
2 hr(s)
 Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

55

 Yes
Quizzes/Short Exercises: Three tutorial sessions will take place during the course, at the end of which will be a short quiz (~10 mins) to test knowledge and understanding. Week 4, Week 8, Week 12 Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

15

 No
Report(s): Laboratory reports and practical performance will be assessed through five practical classes throughout the semester. Week 3, Week 5, Week 7, Week 9, Week 11 Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

30

 No

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 

Resit In Terminal Exam
Spring Yes - 2 Hour
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Grades for laboratory and tutorial components will be made available once these are assessed.

Name Role
Dr Leila Negahdar Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Assoc Professor Wilhelm Risse Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Professor James Sullivan Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Francesca Giulia Nacca Tutor
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