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UQU Programs
Chemistry

Thermodynamics

CHM2502
3 hours English

Thermodynamics

Thermodynamics
CHM1101 General Chemistry 1
3 hours No requisites
MTH1101 Calculus 1
3 hours No requisites
1 Basic concepts in thermodynamics and Zeroth Law of Thermodynamics
2 First Law of Thermodynamics and Internal energy
3 Work and heat in isothermal processes
4 Heat capacities at constant volume and pressure
5 Work and heat in adiabatic processes
6 Enthalpy measurements of reactions
7 Midterm and introduction into Entropy and Second Law of thermodynamics
8 Entropy measurements in different processes
9 Carnot cycle and efficiency
10 Third law of thermodynamics and Nernst theorem
11 Spontaneity measurements of a system
12 Gibbs free energy and the equilibrium constant
1.1 Mapped to: K1

Define laws and fundamental concepts of classical thermodynamics

Teaching Strategy Lectures Scientific discussion Web-based study
Assessment Methods Exam. Class discussion. Assignments.
1.2 Mapped to: K2

Distinguish various thermodynamic processes.

Teaching Strategy Lectures Scientific discussion Web-based study
Assessment Methods Exam. Class discussion. Assignments.
1.3 Mapped to: K1

State different laws of thermodynamics.

Teaching Strategy Lectures Scientific discussion Web-based study
Assessment Methods Exam. Class discussion. Assignments.
2.1 Mapped to: S1

Perform calorimetric measurements to determine heat changes in chemical reactions.

Teaching Strategy Experiment overview lectures Lab work guideline handouts
Assessment Methods Laboratory Performance. Practical Laboratory Exam. Reports.
2.2 Mapped to: S2

Apply thermodynamic laws to measure heat of reaction.

Teaching Strategy Lectures Scientific discussion In-class problem solving
Assessment Methods Exam. Class discussion. Assignments.
2.3 Mapped to: S3

Calculate work, heat, internal energy, enthalpy, and entropy for various thermodynamic processes.

Teaching Strategy Lectures Scientific discussion In-class problem solving
Assessment Methods Exam. Class discussion. Assignments.
3.1 Mapped to: V2

Communicate effectively with lecturer and colleagues

Teaching Strategy Open discussion about topics in the course Group activities.
Assessment Methods Discussion. Oral presentations.
3.2 Mapped to: V2

Work effectively in a team to perform specific experimental tasks.

Teaching Strategy Lab work guidance
Assessment Methods Laboratory Performance.
Assessment
Weight
Assignments and activities
10%
Midterm exam
20%
Lab works final assessment
30%
Final Exam
40%
Total
100%