DelftX: Pre-University Chemistry

DelftX: Pre-University Chemistry

by Delft University of Technology

Chemistry: Concept Development and Application

An engaging and comprehensive course offered by DelftX

Course Description

Welcome to "Chemistry: Concept Development and Application," an introductory-level course designed to provide a solid foundation in chemistry, covering fundamental concepts and their real-world applications. This course is tailored for prospective university students, high school students seeking an extra challenge, university students looking to fill knowledge gaps, or professionals aiming to refresh their chemistry skills.

What Students Will Learn

  • Gain a deep understanding of the fundamentals of general, organic, and inorganic chemistry
  • Learn to apply chemical principles to various science and engineering contexts
  • Develop skills in quantitative calculations and basic calculus to solve chemical problems
  • Enhance your ability to combine knowledge from different areas of chemistry to tackle advanced problems
  • Explore how chemistry is taught at the university level
  • Discover the applications of chemistry in addressing real-world challenges, such as energy transition, health, and new materials development

Prerequisites

  • High-school level chemistry
  • High-school level calculus

Course Coverage

  • Energy Transition: General chemistry concepts and chemical technology
  • Chemistry of Health: Organic chemistry and its medicinal applications
  • New Materials: Inorganic and materials chemistry

Who This Course Is For

  • Prospective university students seeking a review of chemistry concepts
  • High school students looking for an additional challenge in chemistry
  • University students who need to fill knowledge gaps
  • Professionals wanting to broaden their knowledge or refresh their chemistry skills

Real-World Applications

  • Contribute to innovative solutions in energy transition and sustainable technologies
  • Understand and potentially work on medicinal applications in the healthcare industry
  • Participate in the development of new materials for various applications
  • Apply chemical principles to solve real-world problems in science and engineering
  • Pursue further education or careers in chemistry-related fields with confidence

Syllabus

Module 1: Energy Transition

  • Molecules, bonds, and orbitals
  • Balancing a chemical equation
  • Redox chemistry
  • Reaction mechanism
  • Equilibrium reactions
  • Chemical technology

Module 2: Chemistry of Health

  • Molecular structure
  • Acid-base reactivity
  • Organic reaction mechanisms
  • Weak forces
  • Solutions and solubility
  • Biomolecules and macromolecules

Module 3: New Materials

  • Phase transitions
  • Solid Materials
  • Metals and conductivity
  • Electrochemistry
  • Batteries
  • Nanochemistry

By enrolling in this course, you'll not only gain a strong foundation in chemistry but also develop critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities that are essential for success in both academic and professional settings. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and prepare for future challenges in the exciting world of chemistry!

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