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Academic Year 2026/2027 - Teacher: FRANCESCO PUNZOExpected Learning Outcomes
The aim of the course is providing the student with the general bases of chemistry while helping the comprehension of subjects related to it as well as of topics met in other curricular courses.
1. Knowledge and understanding:
Through lectures, by the end of the course students are expected to be able to recognize and understand the fundamental chemical phenomena presented during the course.
2. Applying knowledge and understanding:
Students will be able to apply their knowledge of chemistry to address and solve problems involving chemical concepts and quantitative calculations.
3. Making judgements:
Students will be able to assess their level of learning and understanding of the concepts presented by the instructor through active participation in classroom discussions. They will also be expected to organize and integrate the knowledge acquired during the course, providing a sound foundation for the study of more advanced chemistry courses in subsequent semesters and academic years.
4. Communication skills:
Although the final examination consists solely of a written test, students will be expected to demonstrate their ability to present and discuss the topics covered in the course clearly, effectively, and comprehensively, using appropriate scientific terminology.
5. Learning skills:
Students will develop the ability to independently expand and update their knowledge by retrieving, critically consulting, and using information from scientific literature.
Course Structure
Class lessons and exercises.
Information for students with disabilities and / or SLD: To guarantee equal opportunities and in compliance with the laws in force, interested students can ask for a personal interview in order to plan any compensatory and / or dispensatory measures, based on the teaching objectives and specifications needs. It is also possible to contact the CInAP contact person (Center for Active and Participatory Integration - Services for Disabilities and / or SLD), Prof.ssa Teresa Musumeci, in our Department.
Detailed Course Content
The matter and the periodic system of the elements
Chemical and physical properties of the elements
The chemical bond
Nomenclature and chemical reactions
Oxidation numbers
Balancing chemical equations
Classification of inorganic compounds
Acid-base (part I: pH calculations for strong and weak acid/base systems), exchange and oxidation-reduction reactions
States of aggregation
Chemical equilibrium
Inorganic Chemistry
Textbook Information
Chimica Generale e Inorganica
1. A. M. Manotti Lanfredi & A. Tiripicchio, Fondamenti di Chimica, CEA
2. J.C. Kotz et al. - Chimica – EdiSES
3. P.W. Atkins, L. Jones - Chimica Generale - Zanichelli
4. Fusi et al., -Chimica Generale ed Inorganica - Idelson-Gnocchi
5. Petrucci et al., -Chimica Generale- Piccin
6. Speranza et al. -Chimica Generale ed Inorganica- Edi-Ermes
7. M. Schiavello, L. Palmisano - Fondamenti di Chimica - EdiSES
8. R. Chang - Fondamenti di Chimica Generale - Mc Graw Hill
9. Nivaldo J. Tro - Chimica – EdiSES
Chimica Inorganica
10. D.H. Bandinelli - Chimica Inorganica – Piccin
11. I. Bertini,C. Luchinat, F. Mani - Chimica Inorganica - Ambrosiana, (distribuzioneZanichelli)
Stechiometria
12. P. M. Lausarot, G.A. Vaglio - Stechiometria per la Chimica Generale- Piccin
13. P. Giannoccaro, S. Doronzo -Elementi di Stechiometria- Edises
N.B.: Anche se le lezioni si basano su 1 o 2 testi per ogni sezione, si fa presente che tutti i testi sopra elencati sono ugualmente validi e lo studente è libero di scegliere quello che ritiene più adatto alla propria formazione. Eventuali testi non elencati, possono essere sottoposti al vaglio del docente.
Learning Assessment
Learning Assessment Procedures
Three optional in-course tests covering specific sections of the examination syllabus will also be offered. Students who successfully pass these tests will be exempt from completing, during the final examination, the exercises related to the topics covered by the corresponding in-course tests.
Assessment of learning outcomes will be carried out through a written examination.
Problem-solving exercises will allow students to demonstrate their ability to integrate and apply different concepts and knowledge. The entire reasoning process will be assessed; therefore, students will be required to clearly and systematically show all the steps followed in solving each problem.
The final grade will be determined on the basis of the following criteria:
Fail: The student does not demonstrate the minimum level of knowledge and competence required to pass the examination.
Grade 18–21: The student demonstrates a basic level of knowledge, with limited ability to integrate the concepts presented and to correctly set up chemical calculations. The use of scientific terminology is rudimentary.
Grade 22–25: The student demonstrates a satisfactory level of knowledge, although mainly limited to the core topics of the course. The presentation of concepts is sufficiently clear, and the student demonstrates an adequate ability to address and solve chemical problems.
Grade 26–28: The student demonstrates a good level of knowledge and the ability to critically and systematically analyze chemical problems and calculations. Concepts are presented clearly and appropriate scientific terminology is used.
Grade 29–30 with honours: The student demonstrates an in-depth and comprehensive knowledge of the subject matter, excellent communication skills, and a highly proficient use of appropriate scientific terminology.