Chemistry for environmental protection Field of study: Environmental Protection
Programme code: W2-S1OS19.2023

Module name: Chemistry for environmental protection
Module code: 1OS_23_06
Programme code: W2-S1OS19.2023
Semester:
  • winter semester 2024/2025
  • winter semester 2023/2024
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 6
Purpose and description of the content of education:
In the module 'Chemistry for the Environment', students will learn about the role and tasks of modern chemistry and its fundamental importance in environmental science. The lectures and tutorials will cover essential topics in general, inorganic and organic chemistry taking into account the needs of the students of the course. In laboratory classes, students will conduct experiments that The lectures and tutorials will cover the fundamental issues of general, inorganic and organic chemistry, taking into account the needs of the students. Chemical reactions, ways of preparing solutions and selected analytical methods and techniques used in the chemical laboratory, e.g. for identification and determination of substances, separation and purification of mixtures.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
Knows, understands and applies basic work ethics in the chemistry laboratory. Has a sense of responsibility for the equipment and materials entrusted to them. Is aware of the blame for individual or team tasks and safety in the chemical laboratory. They are also mindful of the need for continuous improvement of professional competence. Can prepare, individually or in teams, reports on the experimental work carried out. Solves individually or in a team fundamental research problems. Respects the protection of copyrights and applies the basic principles of intellectual property protection. [K01]
 1OS_K01 [4/5] 1OS_K02 [5/5] 1OS_K04 [3/5] 1OS_K05 [4/5]
Based on the periodic table, he can characterise and describe the basic properties of the elements. Knows the properties of the elements of the main groups of the periodic table and their essential compounds. [U01]
 1OS_U01 [3/5] 1OS_U07 [3/5] 1OS_U10 [3/5]
Learns independently designated issues and demonstrates the ability to make correct inferences based on information from various sources. Analyses, synthesises, summarises, and critically evaluates the information obtained based on source data. [U02]
 1OS_U02 [5/5] 1OS_U04 [3/5] 1OS_U07 [5/5] 1OS_U12 [3/5]
He knows the role and tasks of modern chemistry and its fundamental importance in environmental science. Knows basic chemical concepts, phenomena and laws. Knows the atomistic structure of matter. He knows basic phenomena, processes occurring in solutions, and mechanisms of the main types of chemical reactions. Has basic knowledge of the properties of selected groups of organic compounds, including compounds of particular biological significance. [W01]
 1OS_W01 [4/5] 1OS_W02 [3/5] 1OS_W04 [3/5] 1OS_W06 [3/5]
Knows the fundamental processes involved in transforming organic compounds and can identify their effects on the variety of organic compounds in the environment. Sees the possibility of using the knowledge acquired in favour of research related to environmental protection. [W02]
 1OS_W01 [5/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [01] 20 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01]  exam W01 W02
discussion classes [02] 10 Lecture-discussion [b02] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		course work U01 U02 W01 W02
laboratory classes [03] 60 Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  		course work K01 U01 U02 W01 W02
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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