Condensed Phase Physicochemistry Field of study: Biophysics
Programme code: W4-S1BF19.2025

Module name: Condensed Phase Physicochemistry
Module code: W4-BF-FA-S1-4-23-27
Programme code: W4-S1BF19.2025
Semester: summer semester 2026/2027
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module is designed to familiarize the student with the basic concepts related to the physics of condensed phases. The student learns the molecular basis of condensed matter, i.e. polymorphism, amorphism, complex fluids: mesophases and polymers, as well as the classification and mechanism of phase transitions. The student understands van der Waals theories, as well as distributions and Boltzmann partition functions. The student is able to carry out basic calculations related to solutions and their miscibility, viscoelasticity of single and multi-component systems, and construct phase diagrams of binary systems based on experimental data.
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]
The student is able to describe the phases of single-component molecular systems, and the main experimental techniques available to study molecular dynamics and phase transitions. [E1]
 W08 [1/5]
The student can discuss the disorder present in a phase and its impact on rheological/mechanical properties and on vitrification. [E2]
 W08 [1/5] U02 [1/5]
The student describes the main theories that describe the properties of glasses, liquid crystals, linear polymers and polymer networks, as well as their main technological applications. [E3]
 W08 [1/5] U01 [1/5] U02 [1/5]
The student is able to conduct an experiment, analyze the data obtained and prepare a report on the research. [E4]
 U04 [1/5] U05 [1/5]
The student is acquainted with the physical and chemical characteristics of selected materials, as well as the basic principles of chemical management, occupational safety and health. [E5]
 W10 [1/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [FZ1] 30 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01]  exam E1 E2 E3
laboratory classes [FZ2] 30 Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  course work E4 E5
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
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)
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
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
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
Development of a corrective action plan as well as supplementary/corrective tasks [d02] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reviewing and selecting tasks and activities enabling the elimination of errors indicated by the academic teacher, their verification or correction resulting in completing the task with at least the minimum passing grade
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Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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