Chemistry

Chemistry studies the composition, properties and transformations of matter. Chemical principles apply to living organisms and knowledge of chemistry is essential for the understanding of biological processes. Understanding chemistry is especially important for research at the nanoscale, where complex interactions between molecules are governed by chemical forces and barriers.

In this course the student will learn the fundamental properties of atoms and molecules, how they react with each other and obey the laws of thermodynamics. In addition, the student will obtain basic knowledge of analytical and spectroscopic techniques used in life sciences.

1. The assessment consists of a final written exam (75%), the average grade of the best 5 out of the 7 quizzes (12.5%) and the grade of the presentation (12.5%). Each component of the assessment (written exam, average quiz grade, presentation,) must have a minimum grade of 5.0 in order to pass the course.

2. The written exam is scheduled for week Q2.10

   2.a The resit consists of a digital exam (75%).

3. The resit of the written exam is scheduled for week Q3.10

4. Students wishing to repair their presentation grade must do an oral exam which will consist of a short presentation and questioning. Students wishing to do this must email the teacher to request this no later than week 3.5 and the oral exam will be scheduled no later than week 3.10. Offering repair opportunity for the grades for quizzes is not considered necessary since it's best 5 out of 7.

5. Registration for exams is done via Osiris

6. Students needing to turn work in late due to personal circumstances must contact the Academic Counsellor prior to turning it in to make arrangements. Other late work might not be graded.