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DACS1233 CHEMISTRY (3, 2, 3)

LECTURER

Assoc. Prof Dr Mohd Ridzuan NordinOffice: Level 1 Chancellory Building

Tel: 06-2333122/012-6023798

Email: mridzuan@kutkm.edu.my

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Learning Outcomes

Upon completing of this subject, students should be able to:

Recall the relevant chemistry principle studied

Explain verbally and in writing the different chemical

reactions, the differences in the reactivity of various

elements, the nature of various chemical properties

and chemical reactions and the factors affecting

chemical properties and chemical reactions

Solve chemistry related problem by applying the

relevant chemical principles Demonstrate the relevant chemistry laboratory skills

Apply the various chemical principles learned to

discuss the solution for relevant mechanical

engineering problems.

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Synopsis

This subject will discuss the Classification of matter

and scientific representation; Atoms, molecules and

ions; Reactions and its representation; Periodic Table

and the electronic structure of atoms; Chemical

bonding; Properties of matter and Thermo-chemistry. It

will involve the development of scientific experimental

skills in students and illustrate the industrial application

of the chemical principles discussed.

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Practical Application

There are 6 practical and 6 tutorials sessions

throughout this subject.

The objectives of each the laboratory sessions are to:

Session 1 Familiarise with laboratory procedures and

equipments

Session 2 Perform volumetric measurement and

determine its accuracy

Session 3 Determine the density of liquid and solidSession 4 Prepare and standardise chemical solution

Session 5 Perform the analysis of vinegar

Session 6 Explore the Pressure-Volume relationship in

gasses

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References

Raymond Chang (2005). Chemistry. 8th Edition,

McGraw Hill.

Halimaton Hamdan, Hanim Awab and Mohd

Mazlan (2001). Kimia Asas dan Kejuruteraan.

Halimaton Hamdan. Johor Bahru.

Hill Petrucci (2002). General Chemistry: An

Integrated Approach. Prentice Hall.

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Subject Implementations

Lectures

2 hours per week for 14 weeks (Total = 28 hours)Tutorials

2 hours per week for 6 weeks (Total = 12 hours)

Laboratory sessions

3 hours per week for 6 weeks (Total = 18 hours)

Mid-semester test

2 hours per session (Total = 2 hours)

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Subject Evaluations

Course Works:

Test (1) 20%

Lab Report (5) 25%Quizzes and assignments (4+1) 10%

Participation 5%

Final Examination 40%

Total 100%

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Methods of Assessment

Component Knowledge Competency Attitude Communication

Tests

Quizzes/

Assignments

Participation

Practical

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Detail Syllabus and Teaching Plan

Week Session Content References

1 Lecture 1 Introduction to the course

Syllabus, coursework and assessment. Overview of

chemistry as a discipline and overview of the

application of chemistry for engineering.

(1,2,3)

2 Lecture 2

Tutorial 1

Classification of matter and scientific representation

Introduction, classification of elements and physicaland chemical properties. Representation,

measurement, scientific notation and significant

number.

Diagnostic test. Knowing the different scientific

disciplines and how they complement each other.

Introduction to basic concepts in chemistry.

(1,2,3)

3 Lecture 3

Laboratory 1

Atom, molecule and ions

Atomic structure, atomic number, mass number,

isotopes, molecules and ions, chemical formulae and

chemical nomenclature.

Familiarisation with laboratory procedures and

equipments

(1,2,3)

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4 Lecture 4

Tutorial 2

Atoms, molecules and ions

Acid, base and nomenclature

Atoms, molecules and ions

(1,2,3)

5 Lecture 5

Laboratory 2

Reactions and its representation

Atomic mass, molar mass, chemical

formulae, chemical equation and chemical

nomenclature in general.

Performing volumetric measurement and

determine its accuracy

(1,2,3)

6 Lecture 6

Tutorial 3

Reaction and its representation

Solutions, molarity of solutes and titration.

Periodic Table and the electronic structureof atoms

Model of atom, quantum number and

atomic orbital

Reaction and its representation

(1,2,3)

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7 Lecture 7

Laboratory 3

Periodic Table and the electronic representation of

atoms

Quantum numbers, Pauli Exclusion Principles,

physical representation of orbitals, electronicconfigurations of ions and cathions.

Determining the density of liquid and solid

(1,2,3)

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MID-SEMESTER BREAK

9 Lecture 8

Mid semester test

Chemical bonding;Ionic bond, electro-negativity, intermolecular forces

and the effect of polarisation.

(1,2,3)

10 Lecture 9

Laboratory 4

Chemical Bonding

Hydrogen bond and its effects.

Preparing and standardising chemical solution

(1,2,3)

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11 Lecture 10

Tutorial 4

Properties of matter

Three states of matter, phase changes, properties of

gas and liquid, gas laws.

Chemical Bonding

(1,2,3)

12 Lecture 11

Laboratory 5

Properties of Matter

Solid, crystal and glass, crystalline lattices, unit cellsand XRD.

Performing the analysis of vinegar

(1,2,3)

13 Lecture 12

Tutorial 5

Thermo-chemistry

Chemical system, energy in chemical reaction,

endothermic and exothermic processes, enthalpy and

thermochemical equation.

Properties of Matter

(1,2,3)

14 Lecture 13

Laboratory 6

Thermochemistry

Calorimetry, enthalpy of formation, enthalpy of

reaction, Hess Laws.

Exploring the Pressure-Volume relationship in gasses

(1,2,3)

15 Lecture 14

Tutorial 6

SUMMARY AND REVIEW

Thermochemistry

(1,2,3)

16 STUDY WEEK

17 FINAL EXAMINATION

18 FINAL EXAMINATION

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Matrix of Learning Outcomes

The Programme Outcome (PO) are To produce graduates with the ability to:

1. Master in depth mechanical engineering knowledge and their applications. (K)

Undertake complex and real operation, research and design tasks. (S, K)

Apply appropriate technique and advance scientific knowledge to solve

engineering problem. (K)

Demonstrate technical competency with hands on ability and entrepreneurshipskills. (S, K)

Perform effectively as member of team and leader, within constraint and under all

circumstances. (S, A)

Lead professional life fully in ethical manner. (A)

7. Communicate effectively in Malay and English with the ability to converse in other

language. (S, A) Adapt and perform effectively in multicultural and international environments. (S,

A)

Practice continuous improvement of skills and knowledge in his field of

specialisation and area of responsibility. (S, A)

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Mapping Of Learning Outcome to Programme Outcome

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9Delivery Assessment

1.Recall the relevant chemistry

principle studied

1 2 1 1 2 Lecture/ Tutorial

Quiz/Assignment/

Test/Examinati

on

2.

Explain verbally and in writing the

different chemical reactions, the

differences in the reactivity of

various elements, the nature of

various chemical properties and

chemical reactions and the factorsaffecting chemical properties and

chemical reactions

1 2 1 1 1 2 2

Lecture/ Tutorial/

Practical Works

Quiz/Assignme

nt/

Test/Examinati

on

3.Solve chemistry related problem by

applying the relevant chemical

principles

1 2 1 2 Lecture/ Tutorial

Quiz/Assignme

nt/

Test/Examinati

on

4.Demonstrate the relevant chemistry

laboratory skills

1 2 1 1 2 Practical Works

Quiz/Assignment/

Test/Examinati

on

5.Apply the various chemical

principles learned to discuss the

solution for relevant mechanical

engineering problems

1 2 2

Lecture/ Tutorial

Quiz/Assignme

nt/

Test/Examinati

on

1 = Slightly 2 = Moderately 3 = Signif icantly