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DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY FACULTY OF SCIENCE Undergraduate STUDENT HANDBOOK KANO UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, WUDIL 1
DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY
FACULTY OF SCIENCE
Undergraduate STUDENT HANDBOOK
KANO UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, WUDIL
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BRIEF HISTORY OF THE UNIVERSITYThe process of establishing Kano University of Science and Technology (KUST) Wudil started in 1988 when the Kano State Government set up a Task Force under the Chairmanship of Professor Ibrahim H. Umar, the erstwhile Vice-Chancellor of Bayero University, Kano. The Task force submitted its Report in February, 1989, recommending the establishment of the University. Subsequently, a Technical Committee was inaugurated in July, 1989 to study, in detail, the Report of the Task Force. Consequent upon this, an eleven (11) member Implementation Committee was appointed and assigned the responsibility for the smooth take-off of the University in October, 1991. However, due to some technical and administrative problems, the University could only commence academic activities in April, 2001, with six (6) programmes (Agriculture, Food Science & Technology, Computer science, Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics and Statistics) in two (2) Faculties; namely, Agriculture and Agricultural Technology (FAAAT) and Science and Science Education (FASSE) respectively. Presently, the University runs eighteen (18) programmes in five (5) Faculties namely; Agriculture and Agricultural Technology (Agriculture and Food Science and Technology), Earth and Environmental Sciences (Architecture, Geography, Urban & Regional Planning and Geology), Engineering (Electrical, Civil and Mechanical), Mathematical and Computing Sciences (Mathematics, Computer Science and Statistics) and Science and Science Education (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Biochemistry, Microbiology and Science Education). This is in keeping with the Universities Strategic and Phasing Plan and in the spirit of our Vision and Mission.
The first programme accreditation visit to the University took place in 2005
and all the programmes were given interim accreditation. The subsequent
visit in 2007 gave all the programmes Full Accreditation. Kano University of
Science and Technology, Wudil was among the first Universities to be
subjected to Institutional accreditation by the National Universities
Commission where the University scored B grade, which is interim
accreditation for five (5) years.
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DEPARTMENTS/UNITS OF THE UNIVERSITY:
1. Office of the Vice Chancellor
?Physical Planning and Development Department (PP&D)?Academic Planning and Control Unit (AP&C)?Security Division?University Health Services Unit (UHSU)?Internal Audit Unit?Student Affairs Division?Management Information System (MIS)?University Computer Centre (UCC)?Counseling and Human Development Centre?Entrepreneurship Centre?Sports Directorate?Research & Development Institute?Information & Public Relations (IPR)?Linkages & Affiliation Directorate 2. Office of the Registrar?Human Resource Division?Academic Division?Council Affairs Division3. University Library4. Bursary
FACULTIES AND ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTSFaculty of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology ?Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension
?Department of Animal Science ?Department of Crop Science?Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Wildlife?Department of Soil Science?Department of Food Science and Technology- Faculty of Computing and Mathematical Sciences?Department of Computer Science ?Department of Mathematics?Department of Statistics- Faculty of Earth and Environmental Sciences?Department of Architecture
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?Department of Geography?Department of Geology?Department of Urban & Regional Planning- Faculty of Engineering?Department of Civil Engineering?Department of Electrical Engineering?Department of Mechanical Engineering- Faculty of Science and Science Education?Department of Biology?Department of Biochemistry?Department of Chemistry?Department of Microbiology?Department of Physics?Department of Science Education- School of Postgraduate Studies- Directorate of General Studies
VISIONThe University shall be an International Centre of excellence.MISSIONThe mission of Kano University of Science and Technology, Wudil, is to provide highly skilled manpower through research and training, to meet the challenges of a fast changing world.
PHILOSOPHY OF THE UNIVERSITY
CORE VALUES OF THE UNIVERSITYExcellence:
Excellence stems from a sense of pride in who we are and what we believe in,
The guiding philosophy of Kano University of Science and Technology,
Wudil shall be the provision of community based education that will facilitate
the production of graduates who shall fulfill the stipulated requirements in
learning and character to graduate in their various fields of specialization. The
graduates shall also be groomed in such a manner that they will be able to
effectively function in the Community.
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which explains our optimism and the faith we have in the future. We believe that excellence, not mere compliance, is the goal of our teaching, our research and our service. We are not motivated to excellence out of pride, but out of a desire to be involved. In everything we do, we are not to be satisfied with mediocrity, but excellence.
DIGNITY:Kano University of Science and Technology, Wudil students are not just
joining a University, they're joining a lifelong family that understands the
value of loyalty, camaraderie, and unconditional support. At the heart of our
commitment to being people with dignity is the visible demonstration of the
value of one another. We give honour to each other through our words and
actions, and by the commitment to our collective success that is translated into
the success of the University.
LEADERSHIPThe spirit of leadership is instilled in every student; whether in the public or
private sector, they have the values, the confidence and the experience to lead.
We utilize the windows of opportunity presented to us to the maximum.
Therefore, our resources and efforts are harnessed to fulfill our common goals.
A commitment to our future aspiration means we want to have a short term
focus with a long term view. We are therefore determined to effectively impact ston the world of the 21 Century.
LOYALTY Loyalty and respect for tradition is about a sense of trust and conformity to the
norms and values we cherish as a community.
HISTORY OF THE PROGRAMME
The Chemistry programme started as a subject from 2001 and became a full
pledge Department in 2002.
It obtained interim in 2005 and full accreditation in 2007 by National
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Universities Commission (NUC). The Department is affiliated to
professional bodies such as Chemical Society of Nigeria (CSN) and Institute
of Chartered Chemists of Nigeria (ICCON).
PHILOSOPHY AND OBJECTIVES OF DEGREE PROGRAMME IN
CHEMISTRY
Philosophy
The philosophy of Chemistry programme of Kano University of Science and
Technology, Wudil is informed by need for the propagation of knowledge of
Chemistry for service to humanity.
ObjectivesThe aims and objectives behind the establishment of the department of chemistry are:(i) To provide training in the theory and practice of all aspects of chemistry(ii) To cultivate a curious and enquiring mind and hence stimulatecreative thinking in our students(Iii) To develop skills needed in the chemical industries and teaching profession(iv) To inculcate an awareness of the resources as well as developmental problems in the immediate environment and the crucial role of chemistry in the task of state and national development
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS To be admitted into the 4 year B. Sc. Chemistry a candidate must have;
a.UTME Entry Mode Credit passes in five (5) WAEC/GCE/NECO/NABTEB subjects including
English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology and Physics.
B.Direct Entry ModeA level passes in Chemistry and any one or two other science subjects at A
level or IJMB or NCE and any equivalent examination such as National
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Diploma (with upper credit) for direct entry into the 200 Level or as the
department may determine.
Course duration
The duration of the programme is Four (4) years for UTME candidates and
Three (3) years for Direct Entry candidates.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS The minimum number of earned credits required for graduation by candidates entering at Level 100 is 128, where as those entering at Level 96 are required to earn a minimum of 100 Credits, out of the total registered Credits. Candidates entering at Level 100 will have to spend a minimum of 8 semesters and a maximum period of 12 semesters. For those entering at Level 200 the minimum period of study is 6 semesters and a maximum of 10 semesters. In addition, for each semester of study, a student is to register a minimum of 15 Credits subject to a maximum of 18 Credits or a total of 36 Credits in a session.Other graduation requirements include:-i. Passing of all Core Courses.ii. Having a CGPA of at least 1.50;iii. Submitting his/her final year project thesis; iv. Submitting a comprehensive SIWES Technical report;
In addition, all students are expected to spend a year on practical during which
they engage in periodic seminars on their activities. At the end of the year,
they are to present a written report that would be assessed by the Department.
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S/No. Name of Staff Status Rank Qualification Area of Specialization
1. Prof. Adamu Uzairu
Sabbatical Professor B.Sc, M.Sc, PhD
Physical Chemistry
2.
Prof. Muhammad Sani Gumel
Visiting
Professor
B.Sc, M.Sc, PhD
Colour Chemistry
3.
Prof. Mukhtar A. Kurawa
Visiting
Professor
B.Sc, M.Sc, PhD
Inorganic Chemistry
4.
Prof. Sulaiman Mudi
Visiting
Professor
B.Sc, M.Sc, PhD
Organic Chemistry
5.
Dr. Aminu Ahmed
Permanent
Reader
B.Sc, M.Sc, PhD
Inorganic Chemistry
6.
Dr. M. S. Sallau
Sabbatical
Reader
B.Sc, M.Sc, PhD
Physical Chemistry
7.
Dr. Bello Yunusa Makama
Permanent
Senior Lecturer
B.Sc, M.Sc, PhD
Organic Chemistry
8.
Dr. Balarabe Sarki Sagagi
Permanent
Senior Lecturer
B.Sc, M.Sc, PhD
Analytical Chemistry
9.
Dr. Ibrahim Usman Kutama
Permanent
Senior Lecturer
B.Sc, M.Sc, PhD
Organic Chemistry
10.
Dr. Kolo Alhaji Madu
Sabbatical
Senior Lecturer
B.Sc, M.Sc, PhD
Physical Chemistry
11.
Dr. Mukhtar Namadi Muhammad
Sabbatical
Senior Lecturer
B.Sc, M.Sc, PhD
Analytical Chemistry
12.
Dr. Haruna Musa
Visiting
Senior Lecturer
B.Sc, M.Sc, PhD
Polymer Chemistry
13.
Dr. Muhammad Saminu Dagari
Visiting
Senior Lecturer
B.Sc, M.Sc,PhD
Analytical Chemistry
14. Dr. Muhammad Dahiru Faruruwa
Visiting Senior Lecturer
B.Sc, M.Sc, PhD
Analytical Chemistry
15. Fatima Mustapha Madu
Permanent Lecturer I B.Sc, M.Sc Analytical Chemistry
16. Kahtan Alwan Hashim
Permanent Lecturer I B.Sc, M.Sc Analytical Chemistry
STAFF LISTAcademic Staff
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17.
Sunusi Idris
Permanent
Lecturer I
B.Sc, M.Sc Organic Chemistry
18.
Sunusi Yahaya Hussain
Permanent
Lecturer II
B.Sc, M.Sc Inorganic Chemistry
19.
Ibrahim Isah Fagge
Permanent
Asst.
Lecturer
B.SC, M.Sc Analytical Chemistry
20.
Sani Idris Alhassan
Permanent
Asst. Lecturer
B. Sc, M. Sc Physical Chemistry
21.
Habiba Isa Rasheed
Permanent
Asst. Lecturer
B. Sc. M. Sc Organic Chemistry
22.
Ridwanu Murtala
Permanent
Asst. Lecturer
B. Sc. M. Sc Organic Chemistry
23.
Aminu Dabo Shu’aibu
Permanent
Asst. Lecturer
B. Sc. M. Sc Physical Chemistry
24.
Sabi’u Shafi’u
Permanent
Asst. Lecturer
B. Sc. M. Sc Inorganic Chemistry
25.
Ahmed Adamu Baso
Permanent
Asst. Lecturer
B. Sc. M. Sc Organic Chemistry
26.
Abdullahi Musa Abubakar
Permanent
Asst. Lecturer
B. Sc. M. Sc Physical Chemistry
27. Sani Saminu Bala
Permanent Asst. Lecturer
B. Sc. M. Sc Applied Chemistry
28. Suleiman Yusif Sule
Permanent Asst. Lecturer
B. Sc. M. Sc PharmaceuticalChemistry
29. Saudat Jafar Permanent Asst.Lecturer
B. Sc. M. Sc PharmaceuticalChemistry
30. Fa’iz Abdulkadir Sheshe
Permanent Asst. Lecturer
B. Sc. M. Sc Colour Chemistry
Statistics:Total Number of Academic Staff 30Number of Professors 04 (1 sabbatical, 3 visiting)Number of Readers 02 (1 sabbatical, 1 permanent)Number of Senior Lecturers 08 (3 permanent, 2 sabbatical,
3 visiting)Number of Lecturer I 03 (all permanent)Number of Lecturer II 01 (permanent)Number of Assistant Lecturers 12 (all permanent)
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Non-academic staff
1. Technical Staff Permanent and Pensionable (P & P) S/No. Name of Staff Rank Qualification Appointment1. Mujitaba Jibir Principal
Technologist
OND, HND P & P
2.
Naziru Kabiru Gaya
Laboratory Technologist I
B.Sc, M.Sc (Analytical Chemistry)
P & P
3.
Abdulkarim Zakari
Technologist II
OND
P & P4.
Adamu Najib Panda
Technologist II
B.Sc (Chemistry) M.Sc
(Inorganic Chemistry)
P & P
5.
Rufa’i
Abdullahi
Technologist II
B.Sc (Hons) Chemistry
P & P
6.
Abdu Hamza
Laboratory attendant
SSCE
P & P7.
Muhammad
Tijjani Sumaila
Laboratory attendant
SSCE
P & P
8.
Sulaiman Hamza
Laboratory attendant
SSCE
P & P
2. Administrative Staff Permanent and Pensionable (P & P)
S/No. Name of Staff RankQualification Appointment
6. Tasi’u Musa Garba Clerical Officer DPA P & P7. Abubakar
AbdullahiMessenger/Cleaner SSCE P & P
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BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF COURSE CREDIT SYSTEMProgramme of study:This refers to the aggregate courses registered by a student that is systematically structured to meet requirements for the award of a degree.(a) Course: This embodies an element of teaching, study and other academic activities that may consist of lectures, laboratory work, presentation and or field work. The University uses a system of coding for its courses comprising three letters and four digits. The three letters indicate the Department offering the course. The first of the four digits indicates the level of the course, the second digit indicates the credit load of the course and the last two digits indicate the serialization.
(b) Credit Unit: Refers to the measure of workload that describes the
student- teacher contact hours per week per semester.
(c) Semester: This refers to a segment of the Annual duration of the
period of study conventionally divided into two (2) semesters; a semester
normally lasts for at least eighteen (18) weeks including registration, teaching
and examination periods provided no less than fifteen (15) weeks is devoted
for lectures each of the semesters.
(d) Session: This is an academic year comprising of two (2) semesters as
determined by the University Senate.
Continuous Assessment:
This refers to the assessment of the student performance/conduct throughout
the semester. It includes tests, assignments, attendance, and so on. The
continuous assessment carries 40% and examination 60%.
Grading System:
The University operates a course credit system. The following are the
important features of the system.
(a) Letter Grade: Letter grades A, B, C, D, F and I are used in assessing
each course. The letters are classified as in the table below:
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(b) Incomplete Grade: The Incomplete grade 'I' is awarded to a student who
has completed all aspects of a course except the end-of-semester examination
with approved valid reason(s). The student's continuous assessment for the
course will be carried forward and the student can sit for the examination in the
following session. Such a student will not need to register for the course again.
(c) Grade Points (GP): Each letter grade is assigned a Grade Point as follows:
A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 and F=0. No grade point is assigned to the grade I
(d) Points: The points earned in a course are the product of the credit weight
and the grade point. For instance, if a student obtains a 'B grade' in a 3-credit
course, the points are 4×3=12
(e) Grade Point Average (GPA): The Grade Point Average (GPA) is defined
as the weighted average of all grade points obtained in a semester. It is an
indication of student's performance in the semester. In computing the GPA,
credit weight of incomplete course(s) are not counted. GPA = Total Points Earned per Semester
Total Credits Registered per semester
(f) Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA): The Cumulative Grade Point
Average (CGPA) is defined as the weighted average of all the grade points
earned by the student from the time he\she joined the program of study up to
the time of computation. Thus, the CGPA gives an indication of the student's
LETTER GRADE SCORE
A 70 – 100
B 60 – 69
C
50 –
59
D
45 –
49
F
0 –
44
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overall performance in the program of study. It is computed as follows:CGPA = Total Points Earned for all Semesters
Total Credits Registered for all semesters
(g) CGPA classification: The CGPA values are classified as follows:
CGPA Degree Classification
4.50-5.00 First Class
3.50-4.49 Second Class Upper
2.40-3.49 Second Class Lower
1.50-2.39 Third Class
(h) Probation
A student whose CGPA is below 1.50 at the end of a session will be placed on
probation for one academic session.
Withdrawal
A student whose Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) is below 1.50 at
the end of two consecutive sessions would be required to withdraw from the
programme. Any student who cannot satisfy the graduation requirements
within two (2) years after the prescribed duration of the programme (6 or 7
years after admission as the case may be) will also be required to withdraw
from the University.
REGISTRATIONi. Both returning and fresh students must register with the University at the beginning of each session, based on the guidelines set out by the University Senate.
ii. Each student must complete the registration exercise within the
stipulated period.
iii. Copies of completed registration forms should be deposited with the
following:
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? Department
? Faculty
? Academic Division
? Students Affairs Division
Students are advised to keep copies of all their registration documents for
future reference.
DEFERMENT OF ACADEMIC SESSION
A student is allowed to defer an academic session subject to acceptable
reasons. All applications for deferment should be addressed to the Vice
Chancellor through the relevant Head of Department and Dean of the Faculty.
A student who seeks to defer a session must present evidence of registration
for the session he/she wishes to defer. Before a student could proceed for
deferment, he/she must receive an explicit approval of the Vice Chancellor.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Students at all levels are advised to be familiar with their Level Coordinators
and ensure that from time to time they consulate them for academic guidance.
CLUBS AND PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION
Students are advised to be actively involved in social and professional
associations in order to develop their social and mental faculties. The
University has fully registered a Student Union which elects, its executive
council members from time to time. Similarly, to promote religious
awareness and harness the knowledge of other students in the University, the
Muslim Student Society of Nigeria has been registered to coordinate Muslim
students activities on campus.
At the academic Departments, there are Faculty professional associations that
promote learning and intellectual interaction among the students. Through
the associations students have the opportunity to relate with their colleagues
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from other Universities and academic institution of learning. Students are
therefore, encouraged to join any of the above association as part of the extra
curricula activities during their stay in the University.
GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING UNIT:
The University has a fully established guidance and counseling unit under the
office of the Vice Chancellor. The Unit provides advisory services to all
students, males and females at all levels of their studies. The staff of the Unit
are proactive and treat students' issues with utmost confidentiality. Therefore,
all students are advised to approach the unit whenever they find themselves in
situations that require consultations. Students are strongly advised not to
suffer in silence as the solution to your problem is not a long distance away
from you.
UNIVERSITY LIBRARY:
The University Library has recently commissioned an ultra modern Library
Complex in addition to Faculty Libraries spread across the University. The
Central Library renders its services from 08:00 20:00hrs Mondays to Fridays
and on Saturdays 08:00 15:00hrs. There are many sections of the Library that
offer different specialized services including; reference, circulation, serials, e
library and extension services.
All students are required to register with the University Circulation Librarian,
who will issue them with three (3) cards for borrowing books. All books
loaned out to students are to be returned after 2 weeks from the date of issue.
The University has an e resource centre that is networked with internet
facilities that enables access to online resources such as JSTOR, AGORA and
Nigerian Virtual Library.
All students are therefore advised to utilize the collections in the Library, that
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consists of Books, Journals, Research Thesis/Projects etc.
INTERNET FACILITIES:
In line with modern trend in information and communication Technology, the
Kano University of Science and Technology, has a wireless network on the
campus. Students who are opportuned to have laptop computers can access
internet services especially within the academic area. Similarly, there is a plan
to network the whole University with Local Area Network (LAN), as a priority
project of the management of the University.
UNIVERSITY HEALTH SERVICES
The University has a Clinic under the Health Services Unit that attends to staff
and students' health care needs. The Unit has entered into a viable contract
under the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) with some health
management organizations. The Clinic offers different health care services
such as Consultations, Pharmaceutical Services, Laboratory Analysis and a
sick bay for short observatory admission. Therefore, students are required to
register with the University Health Services and NHIS in order to enjoy the
services under the scheme.
SPORTS
The University recognizes the imperative of Physical fitness in promoting the
mental and intellectual abilities of students. The University has formally
established a Directorate of sports and appointed a Director to develop,
coordinate and manage sporting activities.
The Directorate is proud to have standard football pitches, basket ball, volley
ball, lawn tennis and badminton courts and a well set out track for athletics and
facilities for indoor sports. In addition, the University encourages Inter
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Faculty sports competition.
The University has been participating in West African University Games
(WAUG) and National University Games Association (NUGA).
Furthermore, in 2011, the University hosted Nigerian Universities Staff
Sports Association (NUSSA).
Therefore, students are advised to join any of the sports in order to utilize the
facilities and opportunities offered by the sports Directorate.
First Year (100 Level)First Semester
Course Code
Course Title
Course Credits
Status
CHM 1211
Introductory Inorganic Chemistry
2
CoreCHM 1231
Introductory Physical Chemistry
2
CoreMTH 1301
Algebra and Trigonometry
3
CoreBIO 1201
Introduction to Plant Biology
2
Core BIO 1203
Introduction to Ecology
2
CorePHY 1203
Properties of Matter
2
Core PHY 1105
Physics Practical I
1
CoreCSC1301 Introduction to Computer Science 3 Core GST1201 Use of Library, Study Skills and
Information & Communication Technology
2 Core
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Second Semester
Course Code
Course Title
Course credits Status CHM 1221
Introductory Organic Chemistry
2
CHM 1241
Practical Chemistry I
2
MTH 1304
Calculus and its Applications
3
BIO 1202
Introduction to Animal Biology
2
CoreBIO 1204
Introduction to Genetics and Evolution
2
Core MTH 1302
Vectors, Geometry and Dynamics
3
GST1202 Environment and aspects of morality 216
Level 200 First Semester
Course Code
Course Title
Course credits
Status
CHM 2212
Structure and Bonding
2
Core
CHM 2231
Physical Chemistry I
2
CoreCHM 2262 Introduction to Analytical Chemistry 2 CorePHY 2103 Experimental Physics III 1 CoreBCH 2101
General Biochemistry I
1
Core
PHY 2301
Elementary Modern Physics
3
CoreGST2201
Nigerian Peoples and Culture
2
CoreGST2203 Communication in English I 2 Core
Total 15
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Second Semester Course Code Course Title Credits
UnitStatus
CHM 2211
Inorganic Chemistry I
2 CHM 2221
Organic Chemistry I
2
CHM 2241
Practical Chemistry II
2
BCH 2102
General Biochemistry II
1
PHY 2308
Thermal Physics
3
PHY 2112
Experimental Physics IV
1
GST2202
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
2
GST2204
Communication in English II
2
Total
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Third Year (300 Level)
First Semester
Course Code
Course Title
Credits Unit
Status
CHM 3211
Inorganic Chemistry II
2
CoreCHM 3222
Organic Chemistry II
2
CoreCHM 3231
Atomic and Molecular Symmetry
2
CoreCHM 3232
Physical Chemistry II
2
CoreEEP3201
Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
2
CoreCHM 3224
Petrochemistry
2
Elective CHM 3226
Carbohydrate Chemistry
2
ElectiveCHM 3261
Instrumental Method of Analysis
2
ElectiveCHM 3251
Polymer Chemistry I
2
ElectiveCHM 3234
Applied Surface and Colloid Chemistry
2
ElectiveBCH 3211
General Biochemical Methods
2
Elective
10(16)Second Semester
Course Code
Course Title
Credits Unit
Status
CHM 3371
Industrial Attachment
3
Core CHM 3212
Inorganic Chemistry III
2
CoreCHM 3221 Applied Spectroscopy 2 CoreCHM 3223 Organic Chemistry III 2 CoreEEP3202 Business Creation and Growth 2 CoreCHM 3225 Organometallic Chemistry I 2 Elective CHM 3227 Natural Products Chemistry 2 ElectiveCHM 3252 Colour Chemistry and Technology 2 ElectiveCHM 3235 Industrial Chemical Process I 2 ElectiveCHM 3236 Industrial Chemical Technology I 2 ElectiveCHM 3262 Environmental Chemistry 2 ElectiveCHM 3228 Material Science 2 ElectiveCHM 3237 Advanced Chemical Kinetics 2 Elective
Total 11(15)
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NOTE: The students must register the followings:(i)Eighteen (21) credits of Core Courses,(ii)Three (3) credits of Industrial Attachment,(Iii)Ten (10) credits of electives with at least 4 credits from the electives of each semester and to be guided by the level coordinator.
Fourth Year (400 Level) First Semester
Course Code
Course Title
Credits Unit Status
CHM 4223
Heterocyclic Chemistry
2
Core
CHM 4224
Physical Organic Chemistry
2
CoreCHM 4262
Analytical Chemistry II
2
CoreTotal
6
Second Semester
Course Code
Course Title
Credits Unit
Status
CHM 4700
Project and Seminar
7
CoreCHM 4214
Coordination Chemistry
2
CoreCHM 4232
Theory of Molecular Spectroscopy
2
CoreGroup A –
Applied Chemistry
Electives
CHM 4233
Polymer Technology
2
ElectiveCHM 4252
Polymer Chemistry II
2
ElectiveCHM 4253
Colour Chemistry and Technology II
2
Elective
CHM 4238
Industrial Chemical Process II
2
ElectiveBCH 4212
Industrial Biochemistry
2
ElectiveBCH 4213
Pharmaceutical Biochemistry
2
ElectiveGroup B –
Inorganic Chemistry
Electives
CHM 4212
Nuclear and Radiation Chemistry
2
ElectiveCHM 4213
Organometallic Chemistry II
2
ElectiveCHM 4215
Inorganic Chemistry in Non -aqueous Media
2
Elective
CHM 4216
Chemistry of Lanthanides and Actinides
2
Elective
Group C – Organic Chemistry ElectivesCHM 4222 Photochemistry and Pericyclic
Reactions2 Elective
CHM 4225 Organic Synthesis 2 ElectiveCHM 4226 Agrochemicals and
Chemotherapeutic agents2 Elective
Group D – Physical and Theoretical ChemistryCHM 4236 Electrochemistry 2 ElectiveCHM 4235 Statistical Mechanics 2 ElectiveCHM 4237 Statistical Thermodynamics 2 ElectiveCHM 4234 Group Theory and Symmetry 2 ElectiveCHM 4233 Quantum Chemistry 2 Elective
Total 17(30)
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NOTE: The students must register the following:(i) Twenty-one (21) credits of Core Courses, Project and Seminar inclusive,(ii) Electives are grouped into A, B, C, and D. Students must choose at least 2 credits each from the groups. The remaining credits can be chosen freely from these groups to obtain either a minimum of 30 credits or maximum of 36 credits.
COURSE CONTENTS CHM 1211: Introductory Inorganic Chemistry(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Gross features of atomic structure; Isotopes and isobars; Electronic configuration, periodic table and periodicity; Comparative chemistries of groups IA, IIA and IVA: Preparation, properties, structure and applications of some of the selected compounds; Extraction of metals; Introduction to transition metal chemistry and nuclear chemistry; Empirical and molecular formulae.
CHM 1221: Introductory Organic Chemistry(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Historical survey of the development of organic chemistry; Functional groups and classification of organic compounds; Homologous, isologous and genetic series; Isolation and purification of organic compounds (purification methods: distillation simple, fractional, steam and vacuum-, re-crystallization, sublimation, solvent extraction and chromatography thin layer, paper and column); Qualitative and Quantitative analysis; Molecular mass, empirical formula and molecular formula; Hydrocarbons: Alkanes, Alkenes and
2 3Alkynes; Hybridization and the hybrid orbitals (sp, sp , and sp ); Isomerism: structural, geometrical, positional and functional.
CHM 1231: Introductory Physical Chemistry(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Properties of gases and heat capacities; Equilibrium and thermodynamics: Thermochemistry; enthalpy of reactions, bond energies, thermodynamic cycles; Hess's law; Principle of pH; ionic equilibrium, buffers, indicators, solubility product, common ion effect. Electrochemistry: Redox reactions; Electrode potentials, electrolytes and electrolysis. Kinetics: Position of chemical equilibrium and the rate at which it is attained; factors influencing
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rate of reactions. Introduction to activation energy and catalysis
CHM 1241: Practical Chemistry I(2 Units, L0, P30, T0)Basic Apparatus; Safety rules in the chemical laboratory; Safety Instruments e.g. smoke detector, sand baths, fire extinguishers and so on; Important Terminologies; Ways of expressing concentration of a chemical solution: Definitions and calculations; Dilution and preparation from stock reagents; Qualitative organic analysis and group classification tests; Calorimetric techniques; Acid-base Titrations: Primary Standard and standard solution; Standardization of sodium hydroxide; Qualitative analysis of inorganic anions and cations.
CHM 2211: Inorganic Chemistry I(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Chemistry of first raw transition metals; Introduction to coordination chemistry: Elementary treatment of crystal field theory; Comparative chemistry of the following element: (a) Ga, In, Tl, (b) Ge, Sn, Pb, (c) As, Sb, Bi (d) Se, Te, Po; Elementary introduction to organometallic chemistry; Role of metals in biochemical system.
CHM 2212: Structure and Bonding(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Ideal of quantum states, orbitals, shape and energy; Simple valence theory, electro repulsion theory; atomic spectra; Method of determining molecular shape, bond lengths; structure and chemistry of some representative main group element compounds
CHM 2221: Organic Chemistry I(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Factors affecting structures and properties of organic compounds (inductive, electromeric, mesomeric, and steric effects and hyperconjugation); Electrophilic and nucleophilic reagents, nucleophilicity and basicity; Alkyl halides (preparation and chemical properties); Types of organic reactions: Addition reactions (Electrophilic and nucleophilic); Substitution reactions [Electrophilic and nucleophilic (SN1 and SN2)]; 1,2-Elimination reactions (E1 and E2); Free radical substitution reactions of alkanes; Stereochemistry (introduction).
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CHM 2231: Physical Chemistry II(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Kinetic theory of gases; Behavior of real gases; The laws of thermodynamic; Enthalpy, Entropy and Gibb's free energy; Phase equilibria; Rate laws: Reaction rates; Mechanism and theories of elementary processes; Photochemical reactions; Basic electrochemistry.
CHM 2241: Practical Chemistry II(2 Units, L0, P30, T0)Some important Terms; Drying and dehydrating agents; Volumetric analysis: Acid and Base - Titrations of monobasic acids and monobasic bases using indicators and pH meters; Redox titrations permanganate titrations; Buffers; Qualitative organic analysis: Confirmatory tests for functional groups.
CHM 2261: Introduction to Analytical Chemistry I(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Theory of errors; Statistical treatment of data; Theory of sampling; Chemical method of analysis including volumetric, gravimetric and physicochemical methods; Optical methods of analysis; Separation methods
EDS 3201: Entrepreneurial Development Studies I(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Introduction to entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship; qualities and characteristics of successful entrepreneur and role demand of entrepreneurship; importance of entrepreneurship to socio-economic growth; environment of entrepreneurial development; challenges and failure in entrepreneurial business; classification of entrepreneurship and the constraints of launching business; introduction to capital market; time management.
EDS 3202: Entrepreneurial Development Studies II(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Generation and translation of entrepreneurial ideas; components of entrepreneurial ventures; theoretical frame work of entrepreneurship; salaried employment versus entrepreneurship; entrepreneurship and gender related issues; introduction to venture capital; family business; social entrepreneurship.
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CHM 3211: Inorganic Chemistry II(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)The noble gases and hydrogen: Electronic structure and properties; Comparative study of group Ia and IIa elements; Chemistry of: boron, carbon and silicon; nitrogen and phosphorus; oxygen and sulphur; halogens; transition elements; Separation of metals; Coordination chemistry: Ligands and crystal field theory; Introduction to radiochemistry; Radioactivity and the periodic table
BCH 3211: General Biochemical Methods(2 Units, L15, P6, T10)Qualitative and quantitative tests on carbohydrates, lipids, proteins; analysis of serum enzymes, ions and molecules; Food analysis; Principles of instrumentation; Principles, methodologies and applications of electrophoresis; Chromatography: types and procedures; Centrifugation and isotopic techniques;
CHM 3221: Applied Spectroscopy(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Principles and applications of UV, IR, NMR and mass spectroscopy; Determination and elucidation of structures of organic compounds
CHM 3222: Organic Chemistry II(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Alcohols and their reactions; Ethers and epoxides; Carboxylic acids and their derivatives; Carbonyl compounds aldehydes and ketones; Carbanion and C-C bond formation: E1cB elimination reaction, alkyl lithium and Grignard reagent; Aldol reaction, Claisen condensation, Dieckman cyclization and alkylation of enolates compounds; á , â -unsaturated carbonyl compounds; Michael addition.
CHM 3223: Organic Chemistry III(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Basicity of aliphatic and aromatic amines; Preparation and Chemical reactions of amines; Hoffmann degradation and elimination; Nitrosation of amines (diazonium salts); Tests for amines; Alicyclic Chemistry: Conformation; Axial and equatorial bonds; Ring strain and the Baeyer strain
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theory; Aromatic chemistry: Aromaticity; Electrophilic substitution reactions; Stability of the sigma complex; Activating, deactivating and directive influences of substituents; Sandmeyer and coupling reactions; Regioselectivity in second and third aromatic Electrophilic substitution reactions; Reactions of fused benzene rings.
CHM 3224: Petrochemistry(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Petroleum in the contemporary energy scene; Nature, classification and composition of crude petroleum and natural gases; Distribution of petroleum and natural gas resources (the global and Nigerian situation); Petroleum technology survey of refinery products and process; Petrochemicals and industrial raw materials; Prospects for the petrochemical industry in Nigeria
CHM 3225: Organometallic Chemistry I(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Classification of organometallic compounds; Preparation, structure and reaction including abnormal behaviour and synthetic utility of organometallic of alkali metals and alkali earth metals; Generation and detection of free-radical and organometallic compounds
CHM 3226: Carbohydrate Chemistry(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Carbohydrates: Classification, structure and nomenclature; Sugars: General reactions, preparation and configuration; Ascending and descending reactions; Anomerization, Epimerization, Mutarotation; Glycosides; Non-carbohydrate Sweeteners.
CHM 3227: Natural Products Chemistry(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Biosynthesis and chemistry of terpenoids, steroids, carotenoids, alkaloids, flavonoids; prostaglandins, lipids, vitamins and antibiotics; General methods of isolation, purification and identification; Degradation and biological functions;
CHM 3228: Introductory Material Science(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Classification and properties of industrial materials; Type of bonding and its
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influence on both structure and properties of materials; Manufacture and properties of solid solutions (alloys); Structure of crystalline materials, coordination number; Crystallography; Stress-Strain relationship in materials, elastic and inelastic regions, mechanical, thermal and electrical properties of materials; Crystal growth and imperfections (defects); Material transformation-deformation, strengthening, electroplating and corrosion CHM 3231: Atomic and Molecular Structure and Symmetry(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Schrödinger equation; Helium atom, ground and excited states, spin and Pauli principle; Hydrogen molecule; Comparison of molecular orbital and valence bond theory; Molecular orbitals of diatomic molecules; Configuration and concept of resonance; Coulson Fischer function; pie-electron; Simple theory; Hückel Rule and Walsh Rule; Rotational, vibrational and electronic spectra; Applications for determining bond lengths and angles; Brief mention of other methods; Atomic spectra: Russell-Saunders coupling for orbital and spin angular momentum; Use of symmetry in chemistry
CHM 3232: Physical Chemistry II(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)A review of Gibb's function of acid-base reactions; Chemical thermodynamics; Introduction to statistical thermodynamics; Ideal solutions; N-on-ideal solutions; Colligative properties and electrical conductivity; Properties of electrolytes.
CHM 3233: Chemical Physics(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)
+Theory of bonding in H and H ; Molecular Hamiltonian, exact solution for 2 2
H ; Linear combination of atomic orbitals; Valence bond theory, comparison 2
of valence bond and molecular orbital theory, resonance, coulomb and exchange integrals, evaluation of total energy.
CHM 3234: Applied Surface and Colloid Chemistry(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)General principles relating to surface; Electrical potential and attractive forces; Solid gas interface and solid-liquid interface; Definition and development of colloids; Types of colloids: polymer, protein and associated colloids; Detergency.
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CHM 3235: Industrial Chemical Process I(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)
Production of primary intermediates and synthesis of industrial organic chemicals; Polymers, Adhesives, dyes, explosives, insecticides, pesticides, herbicides, flavouring agents and pharmaceuticals; Fermentation process.
CHM 3236: Industrial Chemical Technology I(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Heat transfer: transport of heat by conduction, convection in free and forced flows and radiation; mathematical formulation and solution of heat transport problems; mass transfer processes: design of mass transport equipment; Unit operations: mixing and agitation; crystallization and drying; grinding and sieving; distillation, solvent extraction and solid-liquid extraction; leaching and liquid-liquid extraction; extractive adsorption and absorption; dialysis and reverse osmosis; electrodialysis; Chemical technology equipments: methods of storing materials; distribution of liquids and gases; solid handling; an introduction to the scope of different types of equipment used in chemical technology including reactors, distillation columns, extractors, pumps and mills; case studies chosen to emphasize process and transport development in the Nigerian chemical industry.
CHM 3251: Polymer Chemistry I(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)The nature of polymer, nomenclature; Outline of sources of raw materials for polymers; Polymerization processes: Condensation polymerization in details; Solubility and solution properties of polymer; Structure and properties of polymer; Fibre forming polymers.
CHM 3252: Colour Chemistry and Technology I(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Colour and constitution chemistry; Properties of dyes and pigments; Classification of dyes and fibres; Dyeing mechanisms; Preparation and dyeing of natural and synthetic fibres; Colour fastness properties; Quality control procedures and the colouration industryCHM 3261: Instrumental Methods of Analysis(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Spectroscopic techniques; Quantitative analysis; X-ray methods;
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Fluorescence methods; Nuclear magnetic resonance and electron spin resonance; Refractometry and interferometry; Polarimetry, polarography and calorimetry.
CHM 3262: Environmental Chemistry(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Concepts of elementary cycles; Characteristics of the atmosphere; Sources, types and effects of environmental pollution; Waste water treatment; Composition of domestic wastes; Water chemistry and analysis; Chemical and physical instrumentation in environmental sciences.
EDS 4201: Entrepreneurial Development Studies III(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Biographical studies of entrepreneurship giants and thinkers; feasibility studies; elementary practice of marketing research; global markets, national policies and competitive advantages of firms; introduction to marketing management; financing of small and medium enterprises (SMES) in Nigeria; introduction to technological entrepreneurship; managerial challenges of SMES.
CHM 4212: Nuclear and Radiation Chemistry(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Natural radioactivity, fission, fusion, decay processes; nature of radiation; nuclear models; energetics of nuclear reaction; principles and measurement of radioactivity; applications of radioactivity; radiation hazards.
BCH4212: Industrial Biochemistry(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)A short review of microbial physiology and genetics; a review of general pathways, control and application industrial processes; continuous culture methods; principles and applications; The chemostat and its applications in industrial fermentations alcoholic, amino acids, antibiotics and other secondary metabolites. Primary and secondary metabolism; Process evaluation and development; over production of metabolites amino acids, taste enhancers, vitamins, toxins, etc; Methods for screening and selecting micro-organisms and plants for the purpose of overproduction; Strain selection/development and enhancement; Gene dosage and its applications in industrial processes.
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CHM 4213: Organometallic Chemistry II(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Introduction of organometallic compounds of the transition elements; Classification of ligands; Electron rule, bonding, preparation of organotransition metal compounds; Reactions and structures of organometallic compounds of transition elements; The organic chemistry of ferrocene and related compounds; The role of organometallic compounds in catalytic reactions.
BCH 4213: Pharmaceutical Biochemistry(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Metabolic factors affecting chemotherapeutic agents. Biochemical aspects of host-parasite relationship; theories of the mechanism of drug action; drug resistance and other factors affecting drug efficacy; Physiological and biochemical action of selected drugs. Nigerian traditional medicinal plants; Management of of therapy of common ailments in Nigeria, e.g. malaria, sickle cell anaemia, diabetics etc; General toxicology: the basis of selective toxicity; Pharmacokinetics and the importance of plasma levels of drugs; Biotransformation of drugs and their conjugation and excretion; factors affecting metabolism; The microsomal enzymes system; Drug-receptor interaction.
CHM 4214: Coordination Chemistry(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Definition, recognition and applications of coordination compounds; nomenclature, coordination formula and isomerism in complexes; stereochemistry of complex molecules; theories of structure and bonding; physical methods of structural investigation; magnetic properties; absorption and vibrational spectra; the spectrochemical series; the Nephelauxetic series and John Teller distortions; stabilization of unusual oxidation states by complex formation; thermodynamic stability of complex compounds; the stability constant, the chelate effect; preparation and reactions of complexes; kinetics and mechanisms.
CHM 4215: Inorganic Chemistry in Non-aqueous Media(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Classification and general characteristics of solvents; solute-solvent
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interaction; protonic solvents, oxyhalides solvents, liquid halides as ionizing solvents, fused salts; dinitrogen tetraoxide, sulphuric and fluorosulphuric acids; cyclic carbonates; salvation, solubility and complex stability; synthesis in ammonia; transition metal compounds.
CHM 4216: Chemistry of Lanthanides and Actinides(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)The elements and the position of the two series in the periodic table; comparison of the two series; the electronic configuration and their sequences on oxidation states, size relationship, magnetic properties and colour; chemical properties and structure of the elements and their compounds; recovery and separation of the elements.
CHM 4222: Photochemistry and Pericyclic Reactions(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Interaction of radiation with matter; electronic excitation, selection rule, deactivation routes, sensitization, quenching and photo fragmentation; oxidation, reduction, rearrangement, pericyclic reactions and molecular orbital symmetry
CHM 4223: Hetrocyclic Chemistry(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Five- and six-membered rings with one heteroatom; Preparation and Chemical properties; Introduction of Hantzsch-Widman system of nomenclature; The synthetic and mechanistic aspects of fused heterocyclic systems: Quinolines, isoquinolines, benzofurans, benzothiopenes, indoles, benzopyrilium salts (chromenylium sals), coumarins and chromones; Applications of heterocuclic systems in drugs synthesis.
CHM 4224: Physical Organic Chemistry(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)The partial rate factor; Curtin-Hammett principle; Thermodynamic and kinetic control of organic reactions; Neighbouring group participation; Nucleophilic displacement reactions: The mechanisms of SN , SN , SN 1 2 i
processes; The effects of structure, environment, nature of nucleophile, effects of solvents and added salts; Ester hydrolysis monomolecular and bimolecular processes; Linear free energy relationships; Stereochemistry:
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Preparation and reactions of stereoisomers; Stereoselectivity (enantioselectivity and diastereoselectivity);
CHM 4225: Organic Synthesis -(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Reduction methods: Catalytic hydrogenation, hydride and dissolving metals reductions; Selective reduction in polyfunctional compounds; Oxidation methods: epoxidation, hydration and hydroxylation of alkenes; oxidative cleavage of glycol; carboxylation reactions; Enamines: synthesis and applications; Reactive intermediates and their applications in synthesis; Synthesis of important and complex organic compounds; Methodology for the construction of synthetic routes.
CHM 4226: Agrochemicals and Chemotherapeutic Agents(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Pesticides, fungicides and insect sex attractants; Modern approaches to pest and fungal growth control; Naturally occurring pesticides retenoids, pyrethroids; Synthetic chlorinated hydrocarbon insecticides; insect pheromones techniques of identification, isolation and structure determination and configuration some synthetic analogues; Herbicides and growth regulation substances; Review of chemical groups used in growth control; Plant growth regulators; Some nitrogen containing herbicides a review and synthesis of selected ones; General antibiotic types and their mode of actions; One of the groups e.g. tetracyclines or â-lactam antibiotics to be discussed in detail with regard to source, synthetic routes, synthetic analogues, biosynthesis and mode of action.
CHM 4232: Theory of Molecular Spectroscopy(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Quantum theory of rotation and vibration; theory of microwave, IR, Raman, UV/Visible and NMR spectroscopy; General introduction to electron spin resonance; Mossbauer effect; Nuclear quadruple resonance and other modern techniques
CHM 4233: Quantum Chemistry(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Postulates of quantum mechanic; Operator angular momentum solution of the
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hydrogen atom problem; Theory of atomic spectra; Self-consistent field theory; Computation aspects; Perturbation and variation methods
CHM 4234: Group Theory and Symmetry(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Review of molecular symmetry operations; Definition of groups; molecular symmetry groups; group representations; character tables, irreducible representations, point groups and full rotation group; Applications: Hybrid orbitals, symmetry orbitals, ligand field theory; normal modes of vibrations, selection rules and electronic spectra General symmetry applications; dipole moments and optical activity; Woodward Hoffman rules; Symmetry of crystal lattice.
CHM 4235: Statistical Mechanics(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Principle of statistical mechanics; Maxwell Boltzmann distribution law; mean values in statistical mechanics; thermodynamic properties; partition functions: heat capacities, entropy, equilibrium constant, Gibbs and Helmholtz functions; Transition state theory; quantum effects.
CHM 4236: Electrochemistry(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Electrical double layer; potential at zero charge, polarizable and non-polarizable interface, mass transport, concentration polarization, Ficks law, Levic equation; electrodes and electrode potentials; polarography.
CHM 4238: Industrial Chemical Technology II(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Hydrogen and carbon monoxide, synthetic gas, oxoprocess, watergas; Source of hydrogen and its applications; Industrial organic materials; Raw materials; Technical and economic principles of processes and product; Flow diagrams; Selected oils and fats, soaps and detergents, sugar, paint, varnishes, plastics, woodpulp and paper; Environmental pollution.
CHM 4239: Industrial Chemical Process II(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Chemical processing of minerals, metallurgy and metallurgical processes; the thermochemistry of metal extraction from oxide ores and metal salts; iron
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extraction and new techniques in iron and steel production; the production of non-ferrous metals and alloys; Industrial electrochemistry; Manufacture of some heavy inorganic chemicals; Cements and binding materials; Inorganic fertilizer.
CHM 4252: Polymer Chemistry II(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Polymerization mechanisms: Detailed treatment of addition polymerization; Stereospecific copolymerization; Phase system for polymerization; Industrially important thermoplastic and thermosetting polymers; Polyurethanes; Rubber elasticity; Mechanical properties of polymers; Analysis and testing of polymers; Degradation of polymers.
CHM 4253: Colour Chemistry and Technology II(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)The chemistry and theory of dyeing; Chemistry and application of reactive dyes; Preparation and dyeing of man made fibres; Dyeing machineries; Printing; Colouring matters for food, drugs and cosmetics; Dyes used in paper industry and colour photography.
CHM 4254: Polymer Technology(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Large scale industrial polymerization processes; Polymer technology; Polymer processing: Injection, extraction, compression and transfer mouldings of thermoplastics; Polymer additives; Polymeric surface coatings and adhesives.
CHM 4262: Analytical Chemistry II(2 Units, L30, P0, T10)Theory of error; potentiometer and pH scale; conductor-metric method; electrolytic method; radiochemical methods and chromatographic techniques
EXAMINATION GUIDELINES(a) In order to be admitted to any examination a student MUST have been registered for the course to be examined and fulfill all University requirements. At least 75% attendance is required to qualify for the examination(b) Students MUST ensure that they collect their examination cards
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at least two (2) weeks before the commencement of the Examinations(c) All students MUST be at the examination venue at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time of the examination(d) Thirty (30)minutes after the commencement of the examination, a student may be admitted into the examination hall but will not be allowed extra time(e) Any student who arrives 45 minutes after the commencement of the examination will not be allowed into the examination hall(f) No student will be allowed to leave the examination hall during the first hour or the last 15 minutes of the examination(g) A student MUST bring his/her identity card and examinations card to each examination and display it in a prominent position on his/her desk(h) A student who fails to bring his/her identity card (or a covering letter to that effect) to the examination hall will not be admitted(i) Each student MUST complete an attendance register with his/her Name, Registration Number, Booklet Number and Sign-in and Sign-out(j) All students MUST dress in accordance with the Senate approved Student Public Decency and Dress Code before entering examination hall. Any student who fails to comply will not be allowed into the examination hall(k) A student will write only his/her University registration number at the top of every answer script and supplementary answer sheet(l) The use of scrap paper is not allowed. All rough work must be done in the answer booklet and crossed neatly or in a supplementary sheet, which must be submitted, to the Invigilator at the end of the examination(m) At the end of the stipulated examination time, all students MUST stop writing and submit their booklet to the invigilator(n) A Student may provide all authorized materials he/she may require (e.g. non programmable calculator, pencil, biro and ruler etc.) (o) The use of G.S.M handset, electronic diary or any other storage device during the course of an examination is not allowed.
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(a) Impersonation (b) Exchange of names and/or numbers on answer booklet(c) Introduction and use of relevant unauthorized materials into the
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malpractice' form and/or destruction of Exhibit by candidates(k) Any other malpractice(s) deemed by the Senate Committee on
Examination Regulations and Irregularities that warrants expulsion
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Maternity Leave
Female students may be granted maternity leave if they so desire. Such a leave
MUST be preceded by a written application to that effect. The application
should contain an authenticated medical certificate showing the expected date
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GUIDELINES FOR PREPARING FINAL YEAR PROJECT REPORTAPPROVED GUIDELINES FOR WRITING AND PRESENTING OF UNDERGRADUATE THESISIntroductory pages should consist of the following and in this approvedSequence:
i. Title pageii. Abstractiii. Certificationiv. Acknowledgementv. Dedicationvi. Table of contentsvii. List of Tablesviii.List of figuresix. List of plates
The project should consist of four chapters as follows:
Chapter One: 1.0 Introduction1.1Statement of Research Problem1.2 Aim and Objectives1.3 Scope and limitation of the study1.4 Hypothesis/ Research Questions1.5 Literature Review1.6 Description of the Study Area1.7 Justification of the Study.
2.0 Chapter Two: Research Methodology
3.0 Chapter Three: Data Presentation and Analysis/Results and Discussions as applicable
4.0 Chapter Four: Summary, Conclusion and RecommendationsReferencesAppendix Additional Information? Writing should be typed, double spaced, justified, font 12, New Times
Roman.? Abstract should not be more than 300 words and single spaced? References should be based on the latest APA format
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? Students should submit five copies of their projects? The report should be bounded in hard cover.? The approved colour is blue.
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