Course: Calculation and Preparation of Buffers and Solutions credits: 5

Course code
BOVP23RBBBO
Name
Calculation and Preparation of Buffers and Solutions
Study year
2023-2024
ECTS credits
5
Language
Dutch, with parts in English
Coordinator
G.J.H. Hofstede
Modes of delivery
  • Lecture
  • Practical / Training
  • Tutorial
Assessments
  • Buffers en Oplossingen - Other assessment
  • Chemisch Rekenen - Written, organised by STAD examinations

Learning outcomes

This module has the following learning outcomes: 

You apply knowledge about chemical reactions and describe which factors determine their rate according to current scientific knowledge for a biological experiment 

You calculate the composition of buffers by applying knowledge of acids and bases according to the chemistry methodologies for use in a biological and medical laboratory. 

You use general laboratory skills and standard laboratory equipment based on GLP rules to make buffers and solutions according to prescribed protocols in a biological and medical laboratory.
 

DAS competencies 

 

Competency

Level (I-IV) 

Research

I 

Experimentation

I 

Development

 

Management

I 

Advise 

 

Instruction 

I 

Leadership

 

Self-management 

I 

Content

In the Buffers and Solutions module, you will learn to perform various calculations and conversions using units commonly used in the laboratory, in order to make requested buffers and solutions applicable to a biological experiment. The module provides a direct link between chemistry and a biological laboratory by making buffers and highlighting the properties of buffer capacity in a biological laboratory.

Included in programme(s)

School(s)

  • Institute for Life Science & Technology
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