Chemistry for Electrical Engineers
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | IST4002 |
| Curriculum: | ST V2022 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 2 (2023-2024) |
| Semester: | Autumn |
| Credits: | 2 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Mäkinen, Seppo |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Taking the course in advance? See the courses during the academic year 2021-2022.
Learning Outcomes
The student becomes familiar with the periodic table of the elements and classification of matters, especially on the basis of electromagnetic properties. The student knows the chemical reactions and phenomena connected with combustion and electrochemistry. The student understands the constraints caused by industry to the environment and the necessity of minimising the constraint.
Student's Workload
The total amount of student's work is 54 h, which contains 24 h of contact studies.
Contents
Periodic system, bonds, formulas and classification of matters (conductors, semiconductors, electric insulators, acids, bases, organic and inorganic chemistry), chemical reaction (combustion, purification of combustion gases, batteries and corrosion), environmental chemistry (unhealthy substances and their classification, wastes, pollutants and sustainable development).
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Antila, Karppinen, Leskelä, Mölsä, Pohjakallio: "Tekniikan kemia". Edita.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Exam, calculation exercises and activity demonstrated in completing them.
Assessment Criteria
Grade 5: The student is able to apply creatively the contents of the course.
Grade 3: The student is well-abled to utilize the course contents.
Grade 1: The student knows those subjects of the course, which are necessary for the forthcoming studies and working life.
Assessment Methods
Exam, calculation exercises and activity demonstrated in completing them.
Further Information
Responsible organization: VAMK