Discover the principles that power chemistry — from atoms and bonding to gases, energy, solutions, and reactions. This course introduces the essential concepts of atomic structure, the periodic table, stoichiometry, thermodynamics, equilibrium, acids and bases, redox chemistry, and more.
You’ll learn how matter is built, how it transforms, and how chemical laws explain the world around us. With practical modules on lab techniques, spectroscopy, and real-world applications, this course is the perfect foundation for advanced science and engineering.
Skills you’ll gain
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Atomic & Molecular Understanding – Grasp atomic theory, electron structure, and bonding.
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Chemical Problem-Solving – Apply stoichiometry, mole concepts, and limiting reagents.
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Periodic Trends Mastery – Predict properties using atomic radius, ionisation energy, and electronegativity.
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Reaction Analysis – Balance equations, classify reactions, and understand mechanisms.
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Thermodynamics & Energy – Explain enthalpy, entropy, Gibbs free energy, and calorimetry.
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Equilibria & Kinetics – Analyse rates of reaction, equilibrium constants, and Le Chatelier’s Principle.
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Acid-Base & Redox Fluency – Calculate pH, work with buffers, titrations, and redox reactions.
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Laboratory & Analytical Techniques – Gain practical experience in spectroscopy, electrochemistry, and solution chemistry.
Meet your Teacher
Professor Dave is a passionate science educator who makes complex topics like chemistry, physics, and biology easy to understand. With a sharp sense of clarity and a no-nonsense approach, he breaks down big ideas into bite-sized lessons that stick.
What’s in the course:
Module 
9 Hours 20 Minutes The Foundations of Matter
Explore atoms, bonding, gases, energy, and reactions. Learn the core principles of chemistry, from the periodic table to thermodynamics, acids, bases, and electrochemistry — with practical skills for lab work and real-world applications.
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