Modules

Core Module Information
Module title: Chemistry for Teaching: Bonding, Structure and Reactions
SCQF level: 08:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: TED08101
Module leader: Colin McGill
School School of Applied Sciences
Subject area group: Teacher Education
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

The module will develop your knowledge and understanding of atomic structure, specifically you'll take a deeper look at the electronic structure of the elements and how this influences their properties periodically. This will lead into an exploration of intra and intermolecular bonding and how it influences the properties of materials. Your understanding of equilibria will be developed through study of dynamic equilibria within chemical reactions and within solutions. You will also develop your mathematical understanding of reaction kinetics.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Demonstrate a discerning understanding of a defined range of core theories, concepts, principles and terminology in bonding, structure and reactions

LO2: Demonstrate an understanding of the links between bonding, structure and properties of substances

LO3: Undertake a critical evaluation of your knowledge of bonding, structure and reactions for teaching chemistry
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2026/7, Trimester 1, Online (fully o,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Online (fully o
Location of delivery: ONLINE
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Colin McGill
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Independent Learning On-demand Webinar 20 Recorded presentations covering the main knowledge, understanding and skills required will be available. This will include modelled worked examples where appropriate.
Online Guided independent study 160 For each topic, reading materials and resources will be issued on Moodle (these will also be shared via the Module Leganto list at the beginning of the module should you wish more time to engage with the materials). You are expected to read and reflect on the essential reading material. Resources to help you to read and take productive study notes created by the University's Academic Skills team can be accessed on the module Moodle page. A regular 'surgery hour' will be available.
Independent Learning On-demand Webinar 20 You will complete regular low-stakes quizzes to embed your knowledge and understanding from the course. These will not be graded - they are intended to be learning activities more than assessment activities.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Learning Log 100 1~2~3 Week 13 HOURS= 4000 words You will complete 10 x 400 word learning log entries detailing your key learning from the module, contrasts with the content of the SQA Chemistry curricula, and how it will inform your teaching of chemistry. This will be submitted before the end of your 13th week studying the module.
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100
2026/7, Trimester 2, Independent Lea,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Independent Lea
Location of delivery: ONLINE
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Colin McGill
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Independent Learning On-demand Webinar 20 Recorded presentations covering the main knowledge, understanding and skills required will be available. This will include modelled worked examples where appropriate.
Online Guided independent study 160 For each topic, reading materials and resources will be issued on Moodle (these will also be shared via the Module Leganto list at the beginning of the module should you wish more time to engage with the materials). You are expected to read and reflect on the essential reading material. Resources to help you to read and take productive study notes created by the University's Academic Skills team can be accessed on the module Moodle page. A regular 'surgery hour' will be available.
Independent Learning On-demand Webinar 20 You will complete regular low-stakes quizzes to embed your knowledge and understanding from the course. These will not be graded - they are intended to be learning activities more than assessment activities.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Learning Log 100 1~2~3 Week 13 HOURS= 4000 words You will complete 10 x 400 word learning log entries detailing your key learning from the module, contrasts with the content of the SQA Chemistry curricula, and how it will inform your teaching of chemistry. This will be submitted before the end of your 13th week studying the module.
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

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