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This course covers the foundations of chemistry that underpin the life sciences at a molecular level and is suitable for students with different backgrounds including little or no previous study of chemistry. The basic concepts of quantitative chemistry will be covered, along with the different types of organic molecules, acids and bases, and the principles of kinetics and thermodynamics. The relevance of the course materials to life science is emphasised throughout.
Laboratory classes introduce important practical techniques, with experiments that reinforce and complement the taught material.
The course will allow students to continue with other chemistry courses as part of their enhanced study by providing discipline breadth.
| Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 1 |
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| Term | First Term | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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This course surveys the foundations of chemistry as applied to the life and biological sciences. Topics covered:
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 25 | |
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Marks for lab experiment follow-up tests are available online as soon as the assessment is submitted. Full feedback, including grade, correct answers and reference to course textbook are available after the assessment deadline. Students can see the assessment class average mark, to compare their performance with the class as a whole. Informal discussion with students in lab sessions. All of the course team have 'open door' policies for meeting students. |
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| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 75 | |
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Marks for continuous assessments are available online as soon as the assesment is submitted. Full feedback, including grade, correct answers and reference to course textbook are available after the assessment deadline. Students can see the assessment class average mark, to compare their performance with the class as a whole. All of the course team have 'open door' policies for meeting students. |
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| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 100 | |
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| Factual | Remember | ILO’s for this course are available in the course guide. |
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