DESCRIPTION OF MODULE-LST04104

1.         Code   LST 04104

2.         Name: Solutions and Bench Reagents

3.         Number of Credits     6

4.            Sub-Enabling Outcomes

·        Measure correct amount of materials for chemistry experiments

5.            Pre-requisite Module:     None

6.            Learning Context:  

               This module will be conducted through Lectures, Discussions and Practical/Laboratory work.

7.            Learning Contents:                                

Explain working principles of Glassware, Plastic ware, Retort stand, Tripod stand, wire gauze, weighing machines, pH meter, Centrifuge machine, colorimeter, Stop watch, Water distiller, Kipp’s apparatus, Chromatographic apparatus.

List components/parts of the above mentioned equipment

Explain the uses of each of the above equipment

8.        Learning Materials: Biology Practical Text Books, Biology Practical Manuals and Pamphlets

 9.           References

·        J.F. Hall, “Introductory Chemistry in the      Laboratory” Houghton      Mifflin College Div., 2003.

·        Tomas, “Laboratory Manual” US imports & PHIPEs, 1996

·         Zhao, “Experimental Methods in Physical Science”Academic Press, 2003 C.J. Wallis,

·        Practical Biology-A laboratory Manual” Heinemann Coller, B.A.W, McKinnon, I.R. and Wilson, I.R., “

·        Principle Physical Chemistry” Edward Anold, 1978 Lambert, E.N. and Mohammed, M.J.,

·        Comprehensive Qualitative Analysis for Advanced Level Chemistry” Heinemann

       Educational Publisher, 1989 A.Douglas, Skoog and Donald West, “

·        Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry J. Creedy, “

·        A Laboratory Manual for Schools and Colleges”     Heinemann

10.         Integrated Methods of Assessment:

Continuous Assignments:           40%.                                                   

Semester Examination:               60%.