SED222

Chemistry For Integrated Science

Education
200 level
2 credit units
138 pages
15 units

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to general chemistry, focusing on organic chemistry principles. It covers nomenclature, structural representations, purification methods, and reaction mechanisms. Students will explore alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, benzene, and their derivatives. The course also delves into petroleum chemistry, alkanols, alkanoic acids, and polymers. Emphasis is placed on environmental impacts and practical applications. The course aims to equip students with a solid foundation for advanced studies in chemistry and related fields.

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About this course

Difficulty: Intermediate
Study hours: 156 hours
Maths: Basic
Content: Theoretical, practical, case study, problem solving
Practical work: Yes

Before you start

SED111 - General Chemistry for Integrated Science I

How it is assessed

Assignments
Tutor Marked Assessments
Final Examination

What you'll read

The real module and unit structure of SED222, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.

Module 1

Module 2

Module 3

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SED222 · UNIT 1: INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIC CHEMISTRY AND CLASSIFICATION OF ORGANIC MOLECULES

In this section, we shall be concerned with the meaning and scope of organic chemistry. The major families of organic compounds, their characteristics, properties and uses. You shall as well appreciate the vastness of the compounds that make up organic chemistry.

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What you should be able to do

Apply IUPAC nomenclature to name organic compounds.
Draw and interpret structural formulas of organic molecules.
Explain the concept of isomerism and identify different types of isomers.
Describe the reactions and properties of alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes.
Discuss the structure and stability of benzene.
Outline the processes involved in petroleum refining.
Explain the properties and reactions of alkanols and alkanoic acids.
Describe the formation and properties of polymers.
Identify the sources and effects of environmental pollution.
Discuss methods for controlling environmental pollution.

What it prepares you for

Careers

Chemist
Lab Technician
Environmental Scientist
Petroleum Engineer
Quality Control Analyst

Where it is applied

Petroleum Industry
Pharmaceutical Industry
Food Industry
Environmental Monitoring
Chemical Manufacturing

Where it gets hard

The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.

Module 1:
Unit 4: Purification Methods and the Determination of Empirical, Molecular and Structural Formula of Organic Compounds
Purification methods involve understanding complex separation techniques like distillation, crystallization, and chromatography, each requiring knowledge of physical properties and experimental procedures.
Module 2:
Unit 2: Introduction to the Chemistry of Benzene
The concept of resonance and its effect on the stability of benzene requires a deep understanding of electron delocalization and molecular orbital theory.

A suggested way through it

Suggested

13 weeks, about 30 hours in total. Yours will differ.

Week 1Module 1:
- Unit 1: Introduction to Organic Chemistry and Classification of Organic Molecules · 2 hours
  Read Unit 1: Introduction to Organic Chemistry and Classification of Organic Molecules. Define organic chemistry and its scope.. Discuss the uniqueness of carbon and its bonding.. Classify organic compounds based on their structure..
Week 2Module 1:
- Unit 2: The Homologous Series, Functional Groups and Isomerism · 2 hours
  Read Unit 2: The Homologous Series, Functional Groups and Isomerism. Explain homologous series and their characteristics.. Identify common functional groups in organic compounds.. Differentiate between structural and geometric isomerism..
Week 3Module 1:
- Unit 3: IUPAC Nomenclature of Organic Compounds · 2 hours
  Read Unit 3: IUPAC Nomenclature of Organic Compounds. Learn the IUPAC rules for naming organic compounds.. Practice naming alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes.. Apply nomenclature rules to compounds with functional groups..
Week 4Module 1:
- Unit 4: Purification Methods and the Determination of Empirical, Molecular and Structural Formula of Organic Compounds · 2 hours
  Read Unit 4: Purification Methods and the Determination of Empirical, Molecular and Structural Formula of Organic Compounds. Describe methods for purifying organic compounds.. Determine empirical and molecular formulas from elemental analysis.. Draw structural formulas of organic compounds..
Week 5Module 1:
- Unit 5: The Chemistry of Alkanes · 2 hours
  Read Unit 5: The Chemistry of Alkanes. Identify natural sources of alkanes.. Describe laboratory preparation of alkanes.. Explain the physical and chemical properties of alkanes.. Enumerate the uses of alkanes..
Week 6Module 2:
- Unit 1: The Chemistry of Alkenes and Alkynes · 2 hours
  Read Unit 1: The Chemistry of Alkenes and Alkynes. Differentiate between saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons.. State the names and structures of alkenes and alkynes.. Discuss the sources and reactions of alkenes and alkynes..
Week 7Module 2:
- Unit 2: Introduction to the Chemistry of Benzene · 2 hours
  Read Unit 2: Introduction to the Chemistry of Benzene. Explain the concept of resonance.. Discuss the stability of benzene.. Compare reactions of benzene with alkenes and alkynes..
Week 8Module 2:
- Unit 3: Introduction to Petroleum Chemistry · 2 hours
  Read Unit 3: Introduction to Petroleum Chemistry. Describe the fractional distillation of petroleum.. List fractions obtained from distillation.. Explain cracking and reforming in the petroleum industry.. Outline uses of petroleum fractions..
Week 9Module 2:
- Unit 4: Alkanols I, Uses of Alkanols · 2 hours
  Read Unit 4: Alkanols I, Uses of Alkanols. Classify alkanols into primary, secondary, and tertiary.. Enumerate sources of simple alkanols.. Describe the local production of ethanol.. Outline the uses of ethanol..
Week 10Module 2:
- Unit 5: Alkanols II, Characteristics of Alkanols · 2 hours
  Read Unit 5: Alkanols II, Characteristics of Alkanols. Use hydrogen bonding to explain physical properties of alkanols.. Discuss basic reactions of alkanols.. Describe laboratory tests for alkanols..
Week 11Module 3:
- Unit 1: Alkanoic Acids · 2 hours
  Read Unit 1: Alkanoic Acids. Name alkanoic acids using IUPAC nomenclature.. Explain how hydrogen bonding affects properties of alkanoic acids.. Explain methods of preparation and properties of alkanoic acids..
Week 12Module 3:
- Unit 2: Alkanoates · 2 hours
  Read Unit 2: Alkanoates. Identify and name alkanoates based on their formula.. Mention natural sources of alkanoates.. Explain esterification as a preparatory route to alkanoates.. Discuss characteristics and uses of alkanoates..
- Unit 3: Fats, Oils and Amino Acids · 2 hours
  Read Unit 3: Fats, Oils and Amino Acids. Identify fats and oils as alkanoates.. Recall natural sources of fats and oils.. Describe saponification for soap manufacture.. Describe hardening of oil.. Compare properties of soap and detergent.. Explain functional groups in amino acids..
Week 13Module 3:
- Unit 4: An Introduction to Polymer Chemistry · 2 hours
  Read Unit 4: An Introduction to Polymer Chemistry. Define polymerization.. Distinguish between natural and synthetic polymers.. Outline processes involved in polymerization and types of polymers obtained.. Recall types of monomers and corresponding polymers.. Mention uses of different types of polymers..
- Unit 5: Environmental Impact of the Chemical Industry Air and Water Pollution · 2 hours
  Read Unit 5: Environmental Impact of the Chemical Industry Air and Water Pollution. Show the inter-relation between chemistry and the environment.. Identify sources and effects of pollutants.. Discuss control measures for reducing the level of pollution.. Explain the greenhouse effect and depletion of the ozone layer.. Examine biodegradable and non-biodegradable pollutants..

Preparing for the exam

What to do

Create detailed concept maps linking nomenclature (Unit 3 Module 1) to compound structures (Units 1-5 Module 2).
Practice drawing reaction mechanisms for addition, substitution, and elimination reactions (Units 1-5 Module 2).
Focus on understanding the relationships between molecular structure and physical properties (Units 4-5 Module 2).
Review all self-assessment exercises and TMAs, focusing on areas where you struggled.
Allocate specific study time for each module, prioritizing challenging units identified in peak difficulty periods.
Form study groups to discuss complex concepts and practice problem-solving.
Use flashcards to memorize key definitions, functional groups, and reaction names.
Simulate exam conditions by completing past papers within the time limit.

Questions students ask about this course

What is SED222 about?

How many units does SED222 have?

SED222, Chemistry For Integrated Science, has 15 units across 3 modules, over 138 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.

How many credit units is SED222?

SED222 carries 2 credit units, at 200 level in Education.

Is SED222 hard?

SED222 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical, practical, case study and problem solving work, and it has a practical component.

How long does SED222 take to study?

About 156 hours of study, spread across its 15 units.

How is SED222 assessed?

SED222 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assessments and Final Examination.

What do I need before starting SED222?

SED111 - General Chemistry for Integrated Science I

What can I do with SED222?

Chemist, Lab Technician, Environmental Scientist, Petroleum Engineer and Quality Control Analyst.