Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Chemistry for Sustainable Technologies | ||
Code | CHEM284 | ||
Coordinator |
Professor JA Lopez-Sanchez Chemistry J.Lopez-Sanchez@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2022-23 | Level 5 FHEQ | Second Semester | 7.5 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements): |
Aims |
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• To explain the concepts and terminology of sustainability and sustainable development. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Students should be able to demonstrate understanding of the basic terminology of sustainable development and 'green' chemistry |
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(LO2) Students should be able to demonstrate understanding of the non-rigorous nature of this terminology and its consequences |
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(LO3) Students should be able to demonstrate understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of 'green' chemistry |
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(LO4) Students should be able to demonstrate understanding of the importance of catalysis in developing sustainable chemical technologies and the challenges associated with their implementation |
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(LO5) Students should be able to demonstrate understanding of the basics of new technologies in the generation of renewable energy and chemicals. |
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(S1) Organisational skills |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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This module consists of 14 in person lectures. *Lectures: 16 hr |
Syllabus |
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1. Sustainability and Sustainable Development: Concepts, Perspectives, Priorities and Implications. |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
16 |
2 |
18 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 57 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 75 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
unseen, closed book, written examination (in-person) Marked Anonymously | 90 | 81 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
extended problem solving assignment | 0 | 19 |