Principles and techniques of qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis using instrumental methods.
About this course
Chemical analysis is the foundation of quality control in manufacturing, environmental monitoring, and healthcare. In this course, you will move beyond basic reactions to master the instrumental methods used in modern laboratories. You will learn how to identify substances and determine their exact concentrations with precision.
The curriculum covers both qualitative identification and quantitative measurement. You will gain hands-on experience with spectroscopic instruments and practice rigorous data analysis to understand measurement uncertainty. This course is designed to build the technical competence required for advanced science and engineering technology programs.
Who takes this course
This course is an elective for students in the School of Computing & Academic Studies. It is particularly useful for students in the Environmental Technology and Chemical Process Technology programs who need advanced chemistry credit.
Credits: 3 · Hours: 60
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
- Describe the principles of volumetric and gravimetric analysis.
- Perform quantitative analysis using titration methods.
- Operate basic spectroscopic instrumentation for concentration measurements.
- Evaluate data quality and calculate measurement uncertainty.
- Apply safety protocols for handling hazardous chemical reagents.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Laboratory reports | 30 |
| Mid-term examination | 25 |
| Final examination | 30 |
| Quizzes and participation | 15 |