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College of Engineering
UNIVERSITY VISION STATEMENT
A dynamic center for the development of competent and competitive human resource as foundation for growth and advancement of the City of Valenzuela
COLLEGE OBJECTIVES
(refer to College Manual)
CORE VALUES
The College is committed to
Academic Excellence
Integrity and Professional Leadership
Scholarly Research
Commitment to Service
Life Long Learning
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
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COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Code ES 1
3 units lecture
Credit Unit
1 unit laboratory
3 hours lecture
Contact hours per week
3 hours laboratory
Basic concepts of matter and its classification; mass relationships in chemical reactions; properties of gases, liquids, and solids; concepts of
thermochemistry; quantum theory and electronic behavior; periodic relationship of elements in the periodic table; intermolecular forces; atomic
Course Description structure; fundamental concepts of crystal structures; the chemistry of engineering materials; metals and polymers; the chemistry of the
environment; chemistry of the atmosphere; chemistry of water; soil chemistry; energy sources; electrochemistry; nuclear chemistry; fuels; and
chemical safety
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PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:
The Program Educational Objectives of the Electrical Engineering Program of Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Valenzuela are statements that describe the career and professional
accomplishments of the BSEE graduates to achieve after three to five years from graduation.
1. Graduates will highly establish themselves in their specialized field of electrical engineering and be able to provide technical solutions to complex engineering problems.
2. Graduates will continuously adapt to the developing needs of the profession by pursuing career improvement through studies and trainings.
3. Graduates will involve themselves to the community to promote social and ethical responsibility, awareness and development.
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL
PROGRAM OUTCOMES OBJECTIVES
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a) Apply skills and knowledge of mathematics and science to solve complex electrical engineering problems;
c) Design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints, in accordance with standards;
d) Function in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams that establish goals, plan tasks, and meet deadlines; (based on PQF Level 6
descriptor)
e) Identify, formulate and solve complex problems in electrical engineering
f) Understand professional and ethical responsibility;
g) Communicate effectively with a rage of audiences
h) Understand the impact of electrical engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal context;
i) Recognize the need for, and engage in life-long learning;
j) Articulate and discuss the latest developments in the field of electrical engineering; (PQF Level 6 descriptor)
k) Apply techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for electrical engineering practice; and
i) Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering and management principles as a member and/or leader in a team to manage
projects in multidisciplinary environments.;
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PROGRAM OUTCOME
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOME
a b c d e f g h i j k i
at the end of the course, the student should be able to:
1. Discuss the application of chemistry in relation to the generation of
energy.
2. Explain the chemical principles and concepts of structures and bonding
of common materials
3. Discuss the chemical processes that take place in the environment
4. Identify key chemistry concepts related to their field of specialization
Course Content
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Distinguish between extensive
and intensive properties and
give examples
Estimate the uncertainty of a
derived quantity from the
estimated values and uncertainties
of directly measured quantities.
Derive the formula in converting
the Celsius to Fahrenheit and vice-
versa using interpolation.
Differentiate between precision
and accuracy.
Continuation… Use appropriate ratios to convert
measurements from one unit to Lecture Board work
Dimensional analysis in another. Problem Solving Quiz
solving problems Solve problems involving
3rd conversion of measurement in
contexts such as, but not limited
to, density, temperature,
concentrations, volume and mass
problems.
Explain how basic laws of
Atoms, Molecules and Ions matter ( law of conservation of Lecture Recitation
mass, law of constant Group discussion Seatwork
The atomic theory composition, law of multiple Laboratory Laboratory report
The structure of the atom proportion ) led to the experiment
Atomic number, mass number formulation of Dalton’s
and isotopes atomic theory
The periodic table Define the terms atom,
molecule, isotope, ion,
compound
Describe the nuclear model
for the atom and identify the
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number of protons, electrons,
and neutrons in a particular
isotope from its chemical
symbol.
Calculate the atomic mass of
an element from the masses
and abundances of its
isotopes.
Describe the arrangement of
elements in the periodic table
and explain the usefulness of
the table.
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Continuation… Determine the number of atoms in
molecule from its chemical
Molecules and ions formula
Chemical formulas Represent compounds using
Naming compounds chemical formulas, structural
Introduction to organic formulas and models
compounds Explain the difference between a
5th molecular formula and an
empirical formula
Use standard nomenclature to
deduce the names of compounds
from their formulas or vice versa.
Obtain a correct chemical formula
from a line drawing of an organic
molecule.
Explain the concept of mole
Mass relationships in Chemical in relation to Avogadro’s Lecture Board work
reactions number and mass Problem Solving Formative test
Determine the molecular mass Laboratory Laboratory report
The mole concept of compound experiment
Percent composition of Determine a chemical formula
compounds from elemental analysis(i.e.
Experimental determination form % composition)
of empirical formulas Explain balancing a chemical
Chemical reactions and equation as an application of
Chemical equations the law of conservation of
Amounts of reactants and mass
products Write balanced chemical
6th Theoretical and percentage equations for simple reactions,
yield given either an unbalanced
equation or a verbal
description
Calculate the amount of
product expected from a
chemical reaction, given the
amounts of reactant used
Calculate the amounts of
reactants needed in a chemical
reaction to produce a specified
amount of product.
Calculate the percentage yield
of a chemical reaction
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Describe similarities and
Atomic structure fundamental differences between the Bohr Concept mapping Formative test
concepts model and the quantum Group discussion Recitation
mechanical model of atomic
Inter-atomic bonding structures
Atomic models Define the following properties of
Quantum numbers atoms: atomic radius, ionization
Bonding forces and Energies energy, and electron affinity.
Types of bond Use quantum numbers to describe
an electron in an atom
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Identify the relationship between
bond energy and strength of
chemical bonds
Explain the connection between
intermolecular forces and
properties such as boiling point
and vapor pressure
Describe ionic, covalent, metallic,
hydrogen and van der Waals
bonds
Illustrate how atoms or molecules
Fundamental concepts of crystal pack in crystalline materials Lecture Formative test
structures Explain the description of a Problem Solving
crystal structure in terms of atom
Unit cell positions, unit cells, and crystal
8th
Metal crystal structure symmetry
Compute ionic radius using unit
cell dimensions
Calculate the packing efficiency
for a lattice
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Course Content
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copolymers
Differentiate the behavior of
molecular structure for
thermoplastic and thermosetting
polymers
Enumerate and discuss the
Chemistry of water properties of water Lecture Recitation
Perform a description of aqueous Group discussion Formative test
Properties of water system including concentration,
Water as universal solvent activities, coefficients and pH of
Solubility principles equilibrium
Develop theoretical aquatic
Soil Chemistry chemistry basis and use the
principles for the evaluation of
Chemical reactions in soil water quality. Emphasis is given
Soil pH to develop an understanding of
Soil contaminations chemical equilibrium
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calculations
Be able to explain how soil
chemical, biological, and
physical properties affect
nutrient availability, water
availability, root zone aeration,
land use, and environmental
sustainability of our soil
Be able to evaluate soils for their
sensitivity to impacts related to
natural environmental changes
and those influenced by man.
Identify the regions and
Chemistry of the Atmosphere composition of Earth’s Lecture Recitation
atmosphere Group discussion Formative test
Earth’s atmosphere Explain the role of chemical
Phenomena in the Outer kinetics in the formation and
layers of the atmosphere destruction of ozone in the
Depletion of ozone layers of atmosphere
the atmosphere Explain the depletion of the
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Depletion of ozone in the ozone in the stratosphere and its
stratosphere detrimental effects and ways to
The green house effect slow the progress
Acid rain Identify the cause and effect of
Photochemical smog greenhouse gases and ways to
Indoor pollution curtail the emission of carbon
dioxide and other harmful gases
Discuss ways to minimize sulfur
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dioxides and nitrogen oxides
production
Explain the mechanism of smog
formation and ways to reduce the
pollution
Explain the responsibility of
engineers in the community in
terms of providing a safe healthy
environment.
Discuss the three laws of
Entropy, Free Energy, and thermodynamics and the nature Lecture Recitation
equilibrium of spontaneous processes Problem Solving Formative test
Explain the importance of
The three laws of entropy as a thermodynamic
Thermodynamics function for predicting the
Spontaneous processes spontaneity of a reaction
Entropy Explain the role of temperature
Gibbs free energy in determining whether a
Free energy and Chemical reaction is spontaneous
14th equilibrium Calculate the entropy of change
of a system and of the
surroundings
Derive the relationship between
the free energy change of a
system and the entropy change
of the universe
Calculate the free energy change
in a chemical reaction using
tabulated data
Define oxidation and reduction
Electrochemistry Write and balance half-reactions Lecture Recitation
for simple redox processes Problem Solving Formative test
Redox reactions Describe the difference between
Galvanic cells galvanic cells and electrolytic
Standard reduction cells
potentials Use standard reduction potentials
Thermodynamics of redox to calculate cell potentials under
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reactions both standard and non-standard
The effect of concentration conditions
of cell emf Use standard reduction potentials
Batteries to predict the spontaneous
Corrosion direction of a redox reaction
Electrolysis Describe the chemistry of some
common battery types and
explain why each type of battery
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is suitable for a particular
application
Identify chemical reactions
responsible for corrosion
Calculate the amount of metal
plated, the amount of current
needed, or the time required for
an electrolysis process
Write, balance, and interpret
Nuclear Chemistry equation for simple nuclear Lecture Recitation
reactions Problem Solving Formative test
The nature of Nuclear Define and distinguish among
reactions various modes of nuclear decay,
Nuclear stability including alpha decay, beta
Natural radioactivity decay, positron emission, and
Nuclear transmutation electron capture
Nuclear fission Interpret the kinetics of
Nuclear fusion radioactive decay using first-
Uses of Isotopes order rate equations
Biological effects of Use the chart of the nuclides to
radiation understand and explain how
radioactive decay processes
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increase nuclear stability
Use Einstein’s equation to
calculate the binding energies of
nuclei and the energy changes of
nuclear reactions
Describe nuclear fission and
fusion as energy sources and
identify the pros and cons of the
two technologies
Explain how penetrating power
and ionizing power combine to
determine the effect of radiation
on materials, including living
tissues
Recognize the ongoing role of
Principles of chemical science combustion, both fossils and bio- Lecture Recitation
combustion fuels, in providing more Problem Solving Formative test
sustainable energy source for Group discussion
17th Types of fuels society, and the environmental
Energies of combustion challenges to be met to achieve
this
Describe the chemical
composition of gasoline
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Write balanced chemical
equations for the combustion of
fuels
Chemical Safety Identify common additives in
gasoline and explain why they
Material safety datasheet are used
use Outline the impact of different
Hazards of chemicals fuel properties on industrial
combustion systems
Be familiar with the proper
procedures and regulations for
safe handling and use of
chemicals
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Course References
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