Module Title:Chemical Analysis
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 5
NFQ Level:7
Module Delivered In 1 programme(s)
Teaching & Learning Strategies: The module will be delivered using lectures and practical sessions. • The lectures will incorporate a mixture of presentations, example and student exercises/problem-solving, question and answer sessions, group discussions and online resources. • Use will be made of “hands-on” laboratory programmes to promote greater student engagement with the learning process by facilitating them to apply and implement the concepts explored in the classroom.
Module Aim: The aim of this module is to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the design, operation and application of process chemical analysis systems.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Explain the principles of operation for a selection of liquid and gas analysers.
LO2 Demonstrate analytical skills in resolving problems associated with instruments used in chemical analysis.
LO3 Determine and select the correct sampling systems for a range of Liquid and Gas Analysers.
LO4 Operate chemical analysers, report on their use and discuss the results.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Process gas analysers
Definition and explanation of terms and units used for Oxygen Analyser ( Zirconia and Paramagnetic) and NDIR ( CO/CO2 ) analysers including correct operation and ancillary equipment. Safety procedures associated with process gas analysers along with operation of these analysers individually and collaboratively.
Process liquid analysers
Definition and explanation of terms and units used for pH Analysers • Electrical Conductivity analysers • Humidity Analysers • Density Analysers • Viscosity Analysers • Dissolved Oxygen Analysers along with associated ancillary equipment, correct operation and calibration individually and collaboratively.
Process Sampling systems for off-line analysers
Principles of operation for Liquid and Gas Sampling Systems including units of measurement, ancillary equipment, installation and application, collection of instrument data and calibration.
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment30.00%
Practical20.00%
End of Module Formal Examination50.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Short Answer Questions Class/Online based test 1,2,3 5.00 Week 4
Short Answer Questions Class/Online based test 1,2,3 5.00 Week 10
Case Studies Practical based Measurement System application appraisal. 1,2,3 20.00 Sem 1 End
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation Lab report based on a chemical analyser 4 10.00 Week 4
Practical/Skills Evaluation Lab report based on a chemical analyser 4 10.00 Week 8
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Formal Exam Written Exam 1,2,3 50.00 End-of-Semester
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Short Answer Questions Class/Online based test. 1,2,3 5.00 Week 4
Short Answer Questions Class/Online based test. 1,2,3 5.00 Week 10
Case Studies Practical based Measurement System application appraisal. 1,2,3 20.00 Sem 1 End
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation Lab report based on a chemical analyser. 4 10.00 Week 4
Practical/Skills Evaluation Lab report based on a chemical analyser 4 10.00 Week 8
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Formal Exam Written Exam 1,2,3 50.00 End-of-Semester

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lab/Lecture Every Week 3.00
Independent Learning Time Every Week 6.00
Total Hours 9.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lab/Lecture Every Week 3.00
Independent Learning Time Every Week 6.00
Total Hours 9.00
 

Module Delivered In

Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CW_EMIMC_D Batchelor of Science in Industrial Measurement and Control 1 Mandatory