KE0079, Organic Chemistry with energy applications, 5.0 Hp
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Syllabus

Finalized by: PN-O, 2025-12-12
Valid from : Spring semester 2027 (2027-01-18)

Level

First cycle (G1F)

Main field of study

Chemistry

Grading Scale

The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.

Course language

Swedish

Entry Requirements

Objectives

The aim of this course is to give the basic concepts of organic chemistry and its applications for energy production and energy technology.

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to

• describe, orally and in writing, the general laws and concepts of organic chemistry, especially the ones which are of importance in energy production
• account for names, formulae and properties of the most important organic compounds, as well as the typical reactions of these
• be able to briefly describe technical processes used for refining organic substances
• account for some bio-based substances and chemical methods used for substituting raw materials of fossil origin
• carry out experiments based on some common experimental techniques used in chemistry
• analyse, report and present chemical results both in written and in oral form.

Content

Subject-related content

The following aspects or techniques are dealt with during lectures or lab exercises:

• Occurrence, reactions, stereochemistry, physical and chemical properties of the following classes of compounds: hydrocarbons, alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and their derivatives and polymers.
• Chemical methods such as refinement and distillation, synthesis and derivatization and chromatography.
• Examples of organic chemicals for energy storage, as fuel and as starting material for important materials are given.
• Exercises involving calculations on energy content and energy density as well as yields for various chemicals and chemical processes are also performed.

Teaching formats

To further student learning and promote discussion, a variety of methods are used: lectures, exercises, laboratory practicals as well as site visits to different industries or guest lectures.

The course focuses on the following generic competencies:

• problem solving
• use of technology
• oral communication
• written communication
• teamwork
• critical thinking

Collaboration with the surrounding community takes place through site visits to different industries or guest lectures.

Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course

Passed written examination, approved lab reports and approved assignments, as well as approved and active participation in compulsory course components.

Responsible Department/Equivalent

Department of Molecular Sciences

Supplementary information

Included in program

• Master Programme in Energy Systems Engineering

Module set

Title	Credits	Code
Examination	3.5	0002
Labs and study visit	1.5	0003

The Course Replaces

KE0068