The application of the basic principles learned in General Chemistry class.
Getting familiar with the laboratory equipment.
Performing experiments and getting skilled in interpreting the results.
Recording the measurements acording to the proper uncertainity range of the measuring instrument.
Learning the physical separation methods of the mixtures, investigating the physical and chemical properties of ionic compounds, learning to prepare a solution and using it in titration techniques.
Developing a sense of sharing and responsibility while working in the lab together with the other students and at the same time following the safety rules.
Mode of Delivery
Face to face
Prerequisites
No
Recommended Optional Programme Components
None
Course Description
Basic chemical apparatus are introduced. Experiments related with separation techniques, identification of substances by using their physical and chemical properties, the law of definite proportions, determination of density, solution preparation, solubility and factors affecting solubility, acid-base titrations are done.
Course Contents
WEEK
TOPICS
1st Week
First Meeting and Laboratory Rules
2nd Week
Experiment 1- Separation of The Substances
3rd Week
Experiment 1- Separation of The Substances
4th Week
Experiment 2- Uncertainity of Measurements
5th Week
Experiment 2- Uncertainity of Measurements
6th Week
Experiment 3- Acid-Base Titration
7th Week
Experiment 3- Acid-Base Titration
8th Week
Midterm Exam
9th Week
Experiment 4- Ionic Compounds
10th Week
Experiment 4- Ionic Compounds
11th Week
Experiment 5- Stoichiometry and The Law of Definite Proportions
12th Week
Experiment 5- Stoichiometry and The Law of Definite Proportions
13th Week
Experiment 6- Factors Affecting Solubility
14th Week
Experiment 6- Factors Affecting Solubility
15th Week
Make-ups
Recommended or Required Reading
1. General Chemistry Laboratory Manual.
2. Brown, L. T., LeMay, H. E., Bursten, B. E., Chemistry, 13th edition, Pearson.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Experiment
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity
Percentage (%)
Mid-term
1
20
Other
1
50
Total(%)
70
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%)
70
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%)