DFH 121E - Maritime Chemistry

Course Objectives

1. To teach the basic concepts and principles of chemistry.
2. To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge together.
3. To improve the ability of problem solving skill and to make critical decisions.
4. To give the importance of chemistry in the maritime and on the daily life.
5. To help the students thinking positively, logical and to understand the principles of nature

Course Description

Chemistry and stoichiometry. Atoms and the atomic theories. The periodic table and some atomic properties
Chemical bonding. Molecular geometry. Gases and gas laws, liquids, solids, solutions and their physical
properties. Thermochemistry. Principles of chemical equilibrium. Acids and bases. Properties of seawater.
Corrosion and corrosion control. Sea paints. Fuel and oil chemistry, oil types and properties. Hazardous
substances. Sea pollution.