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701-0031-00L 3 Credits BSC D-HEST , D-ERDW , D-USYS
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Laboratory Course: Elementary Chemical Techniques

Praktikum Chemie

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Greta Patzke
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:06:18

Abstract

This practical course provides an introduction to elementary laboratory techniques.The experiments have been selected with respect to environmental chemistry. Theycover a wide range of techniques, including analytical and synthetic techniques (e. g.investigation of soil and water samples or the preparation of simple compunds). Furthermore,the handling of gaseous substances is practised.

Objective

This course is intended to provide an overview of experimental chemical methods. The handling of chemicals and proper laboratory techniques represent the main learning targets. Furthermore, the description and recording of laboratory processes is an essential part of this course.

Content

The classification and analysis of natural and artificial compounds is a key subject of this course. It provides an introduction to elementary laboratory techniques, and the experiments have been selected with respect to environmental chemistry. They cover a wide range of analytic and synthetic tasks: Selected samples (e.g. soil and water) will be analysed with various methods, such as ion chromatography. The chemistry of aqeous solutions (acid-base equilibria and solvatation processes) is studied. The synthesis of elementary compounds is practised. Furthermore, the preparation and handling of environmentally relevant gaseous species is a central subject of the Praktikum.

Resources

Lecture Notes

The script will be published on the web.Details will be provided on the first day of the semester.

Literature

A thorough study of all script materials is requested before the course starts.

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
practical/laboratory course Praktikum Chemie
Der angegebene Zeitrahmen ist provisorisch. Ferienpraktikum in 2 Gruppen Voraussichtlicher Zeitraum: Mitte Februar bis Anfang März 2007 Die definitiven Termine werden am 1. Semestertag bekanntgegeben. Am 1. Semestertag findet auch die Einschreibung statt.
No time listed 6 h weekly

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