NAB1022 Chemistry

Contents and structure

Basic chemistry with a special focus on maritime issues.

Learning Outcome

 - Knowledge:

The student has sufficient theoretical knowledge in:

• Atoms, the Periodic Table.
• The elements, chemical bonds.
• Reaction equations, stoichiometry.
• Oxidation and reduction.
• Nomenclature, complex ions.
• The aggregate states, gas laws.
• Solutions.
• Acids and bases.
• Electrochemistry.
• Organic chemistry.
• Corrosion.
• Cargo properties.
• Controlling danger.
• Safety equipment.
• Tank entry.
• Gas measurement and gas freeing.

- Skills:

• The student is able to use theoretical knowledge to discuss issues on board vessels. Such issues can e.g. be
  • corrosion and corrosion prevention
  • antifouling
  • ballast water treatment
  • production of drinking water
  • oil pollution
  • air pollution
  • toxic substances
  • handling of tanker cargoes
  • etc.

- General Qualifications:

• Fulfills parts of the requirements for tankerman certification, as per IMO model courses 1.02 (2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1-3.6), 1.04 (1.3, 2.1-2.3, 3.1-3.4) og 1.06 (1.2, 2.1-2.4, 3.1-3.5).

Entry requirements

None.

Recommended previous knowledge

None.

Teaching methods

Lectures.

Compulsory learning activities

3 written assignments. All three must be passed in order to take the final exam. 

Assessment

Written exam, 4 hours, grade A-F.

Examination support material

Høgskolens Teknisk formelsamling (Pedersen, Gustavsen, Kaasa og Olsen) will be distributed.

Allowed calculator is: Casio fx-991EX.

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