(in Polish) Structural Chemistry 7-S.ENG-ER-01

The Structural Chemistry project consists of specific thematic blocks selected individually by the students from the following groups (depending on their interests):
1. INSTRUMENTAL ANALYSIS (8 ECTS, 60 Lab, 15 Tutorials, 60 Self-studies)
2. PLANING OF ORGANIC SYNTHESIS (5 ECTS, 45 Lab, 15 Tutorials, 45 Self-studies)
3. RESEARCH LABORATORY PROJECT (10 ECTS, 75 Lab, 15 Tutorials, 60 Self-studies)
4. SPECTROSCOPIC METHODS OF IDENTIFYING ORGANIC COMPOUNDS (5 ECTS, 45 Lab, 15 Tutorials, 45 Self-studies)
5. ADVANCED ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (6 ECTS, 45 Lab, 15 Tutorials, 60 Self-studied)
6. POLYMER PHYSICOCHEMISTRY (4 ECTS, 30 Lab, 15 Tutorials, 30 Self-studied)
7. BIOCHEMISTRY (6 ECTS, 45 Lab, 15 Tutorials, 60 Self-studies)
8. MATERIALS CHEMISTRY (5 ECTS, 45 Lab, 15 Tutorials, 45 Self-studies)
Therefore, the number of hours conducted depends on the type of thematic block chosen and can range from 210 to 225 hours.

Ad. 1. INSTRUMENTAL ANALYSIS (8 ECTS, 60 Lab, 15 Tutorials, 60 Self-studied)
This thematic block aims to acquire practical knowledge in working with analytical equipment commonly used in analytical laboratories, such as HPLC and CE, spectrophotometry, mass spectrometry, NMR, and IR. Acquisition of the ability to select the method and type of equipment to perform a specific analytical determination. Acquaintance with the extraction techniques commonly used in chemical analysis, which enable the isolation and concentration of organic compounds from samples with a complex matrix composition (plant, food, biological, environmental samples)
Learning outcomes:
01. The student classifies instrumental techniques used in structural chemical analysis.
02. The student possesses comprehensive knowledge of the principle of operation of analytical equipment used in chemical analysis for structural elucidation.
03. The student knows and lists the construction elements of a particular analytical apparatus.
04. The student knows the historical aspects related to the stages of development of particular instrumental analytical techniques used for qualitative and quantitative analysis.
05. The student presents and evaluates current directions and trends in improving and developing instrumental chemical analysis techniques.
06. The student knows the latest discoveries in the field of instrumental analysis.
07. The student shows the area of application of individual instrumental techniques.
08. The student possesses mathematical knowledge to the extent necessary for the developed analytical method's quantitative statistical description and validation procedure.
09. The student lists, recognises, and differentiates quantitative and/or qualitative analysis techniques.
10. The student knows the occupational health and safety rules to the extent that allows for independent work at the measuring station.
11. The student understands physical phenomena and processes of individual instrumental analysis techniques.
12. The student knows the general principles of creating and developing individual entrepreneurship using knowledge of chemistry.
13. Can independently plan and perform basic research using instrumental analysis techniques.
14. Can critically evaluate the results of experiments and discuss possible measurement errors.
15. Can present the results of own research in the form of an independently prepared report containing a description and justification of the purpose of the work, methodology and results.
16. The student compares the results of his experiments with similar studies described in the literature.
17. Can independently search for information in the professional literature in the native language and English-language literature.
18. The student can apply the acquired knowledge by selecting the method and type of analytical equipment for the specific performance analytical assay.
19. The student understands the need to deepen his knowledge constantly.
20. The student understands the social aspects of applying acquired knowledge and skills and the associated responsibility.
21. Can discuss ethical issues related to the reliability of the obtained research results.
22. The student can correctly define priorities for implementing a task defined by him/her.
23. Objectively evaluates the contribution of his and others' work in the joint research and preparation of the report.
24. Can work independently and cooperate in a group on a designated research task.
Ad. 2 PLANING OF ORGANIC SYNTHESIS (5 ECTS, 45 Lab, 15 Tutorials, 45 Self-studies)
The learning objectives of the proposed thematic block are preparation for multi-stage organic synthesis and modification of the target synthesis recipe based on available procedures. Expanding the synthesis skills of organic compounds, basically the preparation and design of a laboratory procedure.
Learning outcomes:
01. The student has general knowledge of the primary methods of obtaining organic compounds, including their isolation and purification.
02. The student knows the basic types of organic reactions and their mechanistic interpretation.
03. The student knows the construction and principles of operation of the basic apparatus used in the organic chemistry laboratory.
04. Can plan and perform syntheses of organic compounds, recognising the various conditions of the procedures used.
05. The student uses laboratory equipment used in organic synthesis.
06. Can properly determine the priorities for the implementation of organic synthesis.
Ad. 3 RESEARCH LABORATORY PROJECT (10 ECTS, 75 Lab, 15 Tutorials, 60 Self-studies)
Students draw up a report on a specific research topic, including a theoretical and experimental part with related results and a discussion.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Familiarization with the specialist laboratory as part of the given topic of the master's thesis. Mastering and using the necessary laboratory techniques to implement the topic of the scientific project.
1. The student knows the research methods and techniques used in the research project.
2. The student plans an experiment by selecting appropriate research methods and techniques for the assumed goals and expected results.
3. Independently conducts the experiment, under the supervision of the thesis promoter or supervisor, interprets and documents the results of the research.
4. The student analyzes the collected experimental data, also in relation to the current state of knowledge in a given field of natural sciences.
5. The students cooperates with specialists from his own and other disciplines in solving both chemical and multidisciplinary problems.
6. Demonstrates the ability to think creatively and act
Ad. 4 SPECTROSCOPIC METHODS OF IDENTIFYING ORGANIC COMPOUNDS (5 ECTS, 45 Lab, 15 Tutorials, 45 Self-studies)
This thematic block aims to familiarise students with identifying organic compounds using the most important spectroscopic methods.
Learning outcomes:
01. The student has extensive knowledge of the structure and properties of chemical substances, including complex molecular systems.
02. The student knows experimental methods, including spectroscopic methods of analysis, used to study the properties of chemical substances.
03. The student can interpret mass spectra, nuclear magnetic resonance, UV-Vis and infrared spectra in the basic range.
04. The student knows the need for continuous learning to manage one's development independently.
05. The student can properly define priorities for implementing a task defined by himself or others.
Ad. 5. ADVANCED ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (6 ECTS, 45 Lab, 15 Tutorials, 60 Self-studied)
Learning outcomes:
1. Has knowledge of synthetic reactions/functional group interconversions to design a viable synthesis for a simple molecule.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of thermodynamics and kinetics and their applications in chemistry.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the main types of chemical reaction and their main characteristics.
4. Demonstrates knowledge of the main types of chemical reaction and their main characteristics.
5. Knows the nature and behaviour of functional groups in organic molecules.
6. Knows the major synthetic pathways in organic chemistry, involving functional group interconversions and carbon‐carbon and carbon‐heteroatom bond formation.
7. Applies the principles of retrosynthetic analysis to the design of efficient syntheses of organic molecules and understands issues of selectivity (including chemo-, regio-, and stereoselectivity) as applied to complex molecule synthesis.
8. Understand the importance of chemical mechanisms and become more confident in working out curly arrow mechanisms.
9. Understand aromatic heterocyclic compounds' chemical properties and reactivity and their importance in organic synthesis, medicinal chemistry and biological systems.
10. Understand the chemical properties and reactivity of different heteroatoms and their importance in organic synthesis and biological systems.
11. Understand the similarities and differences between synthetic chemistry and biological chemistry.
Ad. 6. POLYMER PHYSICOCHEMISTRY (4 ECTS, 30 Lab, 15 Tutorials, 30 Self-studied)
The thematic block aims to familiarise students with the types of polyreactions and with the structure and properties of polymers obtained in this way. It enables learning and understanding the fundamental relationships between the structural features of polymer macromolecules and the properties of materials.
Learning outcomes:
01. The student has extensive knowledge of the structure and properties of substances chemistry, including complex molecular systems.
02. The student has general knowledge of the basics of chemical technology and industrial methods of synthesis and processing of chemical substances.
03. The student can use the equipment for planned activities and chemical experiments.
04. Can independently use professional literature and specialised databases data, including patent information resources
05. The student knows the need to learn to be independent and constantly manage his/her development.
06. The student understands the need to popularise knowledge in society, chemistry, and related sciences.

Ad. 7 BIOCHEMISTRY (6 ECTS, 45 Lab, 15 Tutorials, 60 Self-studies)
This thematic block's objective is to understand the body's functioning at the molecular level.
Learning outcomes:
01. The student names and draws the structures of prokaryotic and eukaryotic plant and animal cells shows the differences between them, explains the relationship between the structure of the cell and its organelles and their function, and explains the importance of tissue specialisation in multicellular organisms.
02. The student knows the structure and functions of the essential components of the cell (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, hormones and vitamins).
03. The student knows the essential metabolic pathways and gives examples of metabolic interdependencies and mechanisms of metabolism regulation.
04. The student knows and understands the catalytic properties of macromolecules, the kinetic description of enzymatic reactions, and ways of regulating enzymatic activity.
05. The student knows the most critical components, the structure of biological membranes, and the types
of membrane transport of selected chemical compounds.
06. The student Knows the process of transferring genetic information and understands its essence.
07. The student determines the physicochemical properties of a compound based on its structure and
predicts its behaviour in chemical reactions (including enzymatic) and separation methods.
08. The student determines the kinetic parameters of enzymatic reactions, selects the analytical method
to monitor the course of the enzymatic reaction
09. The student uses the essential laboratory equipment: centrifuge, spectrophotometer, and pH meter.
10. The student performs basic separation techniques of macromolecules: column chromatography and
gel electrophoresis.
11. The student understands the interpenetration of disciplines in modern science - the need for a broad view and cooperation of specialists from many disciplines.
12. The student understands the importance of basic knowledge in biochemistry in business practice - industry, agriculture, and medicine.
13. The student is responsible for his/her and others' safety; knows how to deal with emergencies.

Ad. 8 MATERIALS CHEMISTRY (5 ECTS, 45 Lab, 15 Tutorials, 45 Self-studies)
This thematic block aims to familiarise students with the chemical structure, preparation, properties and application of various materials used in everyday life and industry, including plastics, metals, binding materials, ceramics and glass. The subject also assumes a description and explanation of the processes to which some of the materials are subjected as a result of exploitation.
Learning outcomes:
01. The student has knowledge of the nomenclature and chemical structure of polymeric materials, binding materials, ceramics, metals and glass used in practice.
02. The student knows the properties and applications of the listed materials.
03. The student knows how to obtain individual polymeric materials, glass, pig iron, steel, metals, binding and ceramic materials and how destructive processes occur from using materials.
04. The student knows methods for testing the properties of various materials.
05. Use laboratory equipment and experiment based on the preparation instructions.
06. Can analyse and interpret the obtained results.
07. The student can systematically and reliably keep a laboratory notebook and write reports from the exercise.

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