Course
Water Chemistry (MLJ500)
Water chemistry introduces the principles and use of calculations of equilibra in aquatic systems.
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Fakta
Emnekode
MLJ500
Vekting (stp)
10
Semester undervisningsstart
Autumn
Undervisningsspråk
English
Antall semestre
1
Vurderingssemester
Autumn
Timeplan
Litteratur
Content
Water chemistry introduces the principles and applications for chemical equilibrium in aquatic systems. The course includes weak and strong single- and multiple acid- and base systems, including calculations on such complex systems. Titration curves and buffer properties will be discussed. The equilibrium between gas and liquid phase for CO2 will be included. The equilibrium between metals selected complex formers will be discussed. Also, a brief introduction to colloid chemistry is included.
Learning outcome
After passing this course the students should be able to:
- understand general topics as acid and base reactions, precipitation/dissolution and complexing
- understand basic analytical methods used in water chemistry (eg. for pH, conductivity & alkalinity)
- understand the carbonate buffer system, and the impact for aquatic chemistry in general
- understand effects of speciation on availability and toxicity of selected ions
Forkunnskapskrav
HSE-course for master students (TN501)
Anbefalte forkunnskaper
Analytical chemistry (BIK300), Analytical Environmental Chemistry (KJE240)
Exam
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home exam | 1/1 | 4 Hours | Letter grades | All |
The exam must be solved individually and collaboration with other people is not allowed.
Vilkår for å gå opp til eksamen/vurdering
Laboratory Reports
The laboratory report must be approved in order to take the exam.
Fagperson(er)
Course teacher:
Espen EngeCourse coordinator:
Espen EngeCoordinator laboratory exercises:
Liv Margareth AkslandCoordinator laboratory exercises:
Erling Berge MonsenHead of Department:
Päivi Annele Teivainen-LædreMethod of work
4 hours lecturing each week. 1 week lab.
Overlapping
| Emne | Reduksjon (SP) |
|---|---|
| Water Chemistry (MET100_1) , Water Chemistry (MLJ500_1) | 10 |
Åpent for
Master in Environmental Technology. Open on demand and by request to lecturer.
Emneevaluering
There must be an early dialogue between the course supervisor, the student union representative and the students. The purpose is feedback from the students for changes and adjustments in the course for the current semester.In addition, a digital course evaluation must be carried out at least every three years. Its purpose is to gather the students experiences with the course.
The course description is retrieved from FS (Felles studentsystem). Version 1