Every winter semester
10 Credit points
For information on the duration of the modul, refer to the courses of study in which the module is used.
Lecture:
In the theoretical part of the module, an in-depth understanding of the relationship between macroscopic behavior and microscopic structure of matter is conveyed. Upon completing the module, the students are able to explain physicochemical laws based on the underlying micro- and mesoscopic properties. They are capable of accurately describing even complex physicochemical processes. They can select appropriate methods for characterizing systems and confidently describe their functionality.
Practical course:
The practical course builds on the skills taught in modules 21-M9 "Physical Chemistry - Basic Lab Course" and 21-M22 "Physical Chemistry - Advanced, Lab Course" and expands and deepens these by working on complex metrological systems. After completing the module, students are able to carry out experiments independently, which are used in the context of sustainability.They plan independently which data series need to be collected and to what extent for the given task. In data evaluation, they utilize complex mathematical methods to compare the obtained data with physicochemical models. They independently present the execution, results, and interpretation in an experimental report that meets scientific standards in terms of content and format. They can articulate the content of the experiments and the underlying theory in a scientific discussion. They have developed a deep understanding of the functionality and possibilities of physicochemical setups, can critically compare methods, and discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the measurements they performed.
The properties and behaviour of matter on different scales (micro-, meso- and macroscale) as well as the functioning and structure of complex apparatus are considered. The majority of the experiments are in the field of "spectroscopy". Modern equipment from research laboratories such as ESR, NMR and FTIR are used for many experiments in the practical course. To prepare for the experiments, students must also refer to English-language literature (textbooks, in exceptional cases also original works).
Advanced modules in inorganic, organic and physical chemistry.
For the practical course:
21-M16
21-M22
In order to do justice to both the theoretical and practical parts of the module, an oral examination is required to evaluate the theoretical knowledge of the entire module, as well as a portfolio of various experiments to ensure the successful teaching of practical laboratory skills.
Module structure: 1 bPr, 1 uPr 1
40 - 45 minutes.
The portfolio of scientific experiments comprises 6 experiments, the elements of which are examined during the course. The examination components of an experiment are basically the following four elements, which are completed one after the other:
1. review of prior knowledge including safety-relevant aspects
2. carrying out the experiment and recording the execution, observations and results
3. preparation of a written experiment protocol or an oral presentation of the results
4. discussion of the experimental protocol, the results and the theory of the experiment (final examination)
Subsequent elements of the experiment can only be started if the previous elements have been passed. In the case of individual experiments, individual elements may be omitted or, in relation to point 2, replaced by theorised elements after appropriate notification, provided that the learning objectives associated with the experiment are thereby achieved. An attempt is passed if all four elements have been completed and fulfil the requirements despite existing deficiencies.
If an element of an attempt is not passed, there are two options:
a) The entire attempt can be repeated or
b) individual elements can be repeated if elements have already been assessed as "passed" and individual learning objectives of the attempt have therefore been achieved.
This is decided by the person authorised to conduct the examination.
The attempt or individual elements of an attempt can be repeated a maximum of once in this way. A total of one attempt per practical course and portfolio can be repeated in the aforementioned sense.
| Degree programme | Version | Recommended start 3 | Duration | Mandatory option 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sustainable Chemistry / Bachelor of Science [FsB vom 05.03.2026] | Bachelor with One Core Subject (Academic) | 5. | 1 semester | Obligation |
The system can perform an automatic check for completeness for this module.
Sustainable Chemistry / Bachelor of Science: Bachelor with One Core Subject (Academic)