CHEMISTRY

The course is designed to provide students with fundamental chemistry knowledge, aiming at interpreting chemical and physico-chemical phenomena, as well as understanding the behavior and characteristics of common materials, and the approach to anthropogenic phenomena that are harmful to the environment. Specifically, the expected learning goals are: DD1 Knowledge of scientific language, the scientific method, and the most common chemical-physical quantities, as well as basic chemical concepts, to understand chemical processes that occur in the environment and engineering applications, with particular emphasis on civil engineering. Understanding the molecular structure of a substance to predict its behavior under different conditions.

DD2 Ability to apply acquired chemical knowledge to solve specific problems in civil-environmental engineering, such as the selection of materials or the use/design of sustainable or environmental protection processes. Ability to interpret data and results obtained in exercises aimed at simulating common chemical reactions in engineering applications.

DD3 Ability to critically evaluate data and parameters to make decisions based on one's knowledge and understanding of chemistry. Ability to address and solve complex problems that require the application of knowledge in various areas of chemistry.

DD4 Ability to effectively communicate one's knowledge, both in writing and orally, using appropriate language. Ability to present the results of an exercise clearly and concisely, using graphs, equations, reactions, and/or other visual representations. Ability to work in a team, effectively communicating one's ideas and listening to those of others.

DD5 Ability to self-assess one's learning, oriented towards achieving the above-mentioned training.

The knowledge acquired will apply to the design and management of materials and systems aimed at improving the quality of life, in agreement with Goals 3, 6, 7, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of the 2030 Agenda.

During the course, both lectures and numerical exercises on each part of the course will be carried out. Should teaching be carried out in mixed mode or remotely, it may be necessary to introduce changes with respect to previous statements, in line with the program planned and outlined in the syllabus. Learning assessment may also be carried out remotely, should the conditions require it.
 

No particular prerequisites are required to attend the course.

Atomic nature of the matter, structure of the matter, chemical bond,  aggregation states of the matter, chemical thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, electrolytic solutions, electrochemistry.

L. Jones - P. Atkins: "Chemistry: Molecules, Matter and Change" (W.H. Freeman Ed.)

Lecture notes

Assessment will be carried out by a written test and an oral exam, as described below. Both tests are mandatory.

During the academic year, ongoing tests will be carried out exclusively for students attending the course for self-assessment (DD5)/assessment purposes. Students who achieve a positive average grade will be exempt from taking the written exam.

Learning assessment may also be carried out online, if circumstances require it.

Information for students with disabilities and/or learning disabilities (LDs):

To ensure equal opportunities and in compliance with applicable laws, interested students may request a personal interview to plan any compensatory and/or dispensatory measures, based on their educational goals and specific needs.

They may also contact the Department's CInAP (Center for Active and Participatory Integration - Services for Disabilities and/or LDs) contact teacher.