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Applied Chemistry

Language of instruction

english, lithuanian

Qualification degree and (or) qualification to be awarded

Master of Physical Sciences

Place of delivery

Kaunas, K. Donelaičio g. 73, LT-44249

Institution that has carried out assessment

Studijų kokybės vertinimo centras

Institution that has performed accreditation, accreditation term

Studijų kokybės vertinimo centras, 8/31/2020

Data provided or updated (date)

10/14/2021

Order on accreditation

SV6-15
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Summary of the Profile

General Description:
Objective(s) of a study programme:
To educate highly qualified chemists who have accumulated detailed theoretical and practical knowledge of chemistry and chemical technology, have scientific and applied research skills, are able to formulate and, based on the latest achievements in chemistry and chemical engineering, solve chemical science and industry problems, perform specialized synthesis, analysis procedures and work with instrumentation.

Learning outcomes:
Knowledge and its Application:
A1 Able review the latest knowledge of theories, concepts, principles, and facts in the field of organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry.
A2 Able to employ innovations in the field of organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry for the solution of emerging problems.
A3 Able to compare the latest scientific achievements in the field of smart, functional, composite and nanomaterials chemistry in the development, research, and application.
A4 Able to integrate the latest scientific achievements in the field of organic, inorganic and physical chemistry in specific research work.
Research Skills:
B1 Able to formulate the aim and tasks of scientific work in the field of chemistry.
B2 Able to analyse the scientific literature in the field of chemistry applying modern information retrieval tools.
B3 Able to critically evaluate the procedures and results of an independent experiment (scientific research).
B4 Able to generalise the results of scientific research using computer programs (information and communication technologies).
B5 Able develop a research methodology for solving new problems.
B6 Able to evaluate the accuracy and plausibility of experimental data when planning further experiments.
B7 Able to generalise the results of research work and formulate conclusions.
Specific Skills:
C1 Able to use laboratory equipment and devices for the synthesis and analysis of chemical compounds.
C2 Able to work safely with hazardous chemicals according to the information provided in their safety data sheets.
C3 Able to select equipment and devices for the synthesis and analysis of functional materials.
C4 Able to formulate the scientific research problem in the field of chemistry, plan the passible research activities and control their accomplishments.
C5 Able to make innovative solutions for the design and development of chemical products in parallel assessing the social and environmental consequences.
Social Skills:
D1 Able to systematize and present the results of scientific research in written and oral form to an audience of different background.
D2 Able to plan and coordinate project or research activities.
D3 Able to cooperate for accomplishment of common goal in an interdisciplinary group.
Personal Skills:
E1 Able to plan and organize independent work and learning.
E2 Able to think creatively and take initiative.
E3 Able to think systematically, analytically and generate ideas.
E4 Able to work in an international and multicultural environment.


Activities of teaching and learning:
Theoretical lectures, practical exercises, laboratory works, problem solving sessions, project implementation and presentation, group projects, scientific research project and presentation.

Methods of assessment of learning achievements:
The ten-grade scale and the cumulative evaluation system are applied. The final evaluations in courses consist of the sum of multiplications of the grades of the intermediate assessments and the final assessment multiplied by weighting coefficients (percentage components).

Framework:
Study subjects (modules), practical training:
Chemical Kinetics and Catalysis,
Spectroscopy of Organic Compounds,
Collected Chapters of Chemistry,
Liquid and Gas Chromatography,
Technology of Nanomaterials,
Thermal Analysis and X-Ray Powder Diffraction Methods,
Research Project 1,
Research Project 2,
Master's Final Project.
Specialisations:
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Optional courses:
Chemistry and Technology of Smart Materials,
Chemistry of Heterocyclic Compounds,
Computational Chemistry,
Cosmeceuticals,
Green Chemistry and Renewable Resources,
Materials and Technologies of Organic Electronics,
Properties and Applications of Dispersion Systems,
Chemistry of Skin Proteins,
Chemistry of Color Application,
Chemistry of Polymer Coatings,
Electrochemical Energy Storage Devices,
Inorganic Coatings,
Modelling of Crystal Structure Compounds,
Polymers for Advanced Technologies,
Synthesis of Amino Acids and Peptides,
Synthesis of Photovoltaic Materials.

Distinctive features of a study programme:
A graduate has knowledge in physical, organic, analytical chemistry and nanotechnologies, processes of industrial chemistry and application of software in chemistry, demonstrates research work abilities and skills, is familiar with modern methods of physical and chemical analysis, and able to solve various tasks related to the synthesis of chemicals, production technologies and analysis.
Access to professional activity or further study:
Access to professional activity:
The graduate can carry out research, technological, expert and consulting work in chemical industry and pharmaceutical enterprises as well as research laboratories.
Access to further study:
PhD studies in Chemistry field