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Chemistry L2S3 Profile 5
Organic Chemistry, Part 1
4 creditsElectromagnetism
4 creditsThermodynamics and Kinetics
6 creditsFrom Entity to Solid
4 creditsMathematics for Chemistry, Semester 3
4 creditsOrganic Chemistry, Part 2
2 creditsEnglish S3
2 creditsSimple Materials and Structures, Part 1
Chemistry L2S3 Profile 3
Organic Chemistry, Part 1
4 creditsElectromagnetism
4 creditsThermodynamics and Kinetics
6 creditsFrom Entity to Solid
4 creditsMathematics for Chemistry, Semester 3
4 creditsOrganic Chemistry, Part 2
2 creditsEnglish S3
2 credits
Chemistry L2S3 Profile 2
Organic Chemistry, Part 1
4 creditsElectromagnetism
4 creditsThermodynamics and Kinetics
6 creditsFrom Entity to Solid
4 creditsMathematics for Chemistry, Semester 3
4 creditsOrganic Chemistry, Part 2
2 creditsEnglish S3
2 creditsColor Measurement
4 credits
Chemistry L2S3 Profile 4
Organic Chemistry, Part 1
4 creditsElectromagnetism
4 creditsThermodynamics and Kinetics
6 creditsFrom Entity to Solid
4 creditsMathematics for Chemistry, Semester 3
4 creditsOrganic Chemistry, Part 2
2 creditsEnglish S3
2 creditsPhysiology
4 credits
Chemistry L2S3 Profile 1
Organic Chemistry, Part 1
4 creditsElectromagnetism
4 creditsThermodynamics and Kinetics
6 creditsFrom Entity to Solid
4 creditsMathematics for Chemistry, Semester 3
4 creditsOrganic Chemistry, Part 2
2 creditsElectronics 1
4 creditsEnglish S3
2 credits
ASTRE's Scientific Approach to the Ecological Transition
2 credits
Electrochemistry
2 creditsOrganic Chemistry
3 creditsEnglish S4
2 creditsAnalysis (NMR, IR)
3 creditsExperimental Chemistry
6 creditsInorganic Chemistry, Part 1
4 creditsInorganic Chemistry, Part 2
2 creditsAtomic Science & Reactivity
6 credits
Chemistry L2S3 Profile 5
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Organic Chemistry, Part 1
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
The Organic Chemistry 1 module covers the study of the major classes of organic compounds (organometallic compounds, alcohols, amines, and carbonyl derivatives) and their reactivity. Carboxylic acids and their derivatives are also discussed in the chapters devoted to the reactivity of organometallic compounds, alcohols, and carbonyl derivatives.
Special emphasis is placed on understanding reaction mechanisms based on the fundamental concepts learned in the first year.
Electromagnetism
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Thermodynamics and Kinetics
ECTS
6 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Use the basic principles of thermodynamics of equilibrium to predict whether a reaction is possible, in which direction it proceeds spontaneously, and to determine the proportions of the reactants at equilibrium based on the equilibrium constant. Application to homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibria and to specific cases of precipitation reactions. (Acid-base and redox reactions, if time permits). Number of hours: 19.5.
In the second part, we will discuss kinetic aspects and, consequently, reaction rates. Only first-order reactions will be studied this year. Total hours: 7.5.
From Entity to Solid
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
The first part of the module will consist of a general introduction to materials: a review of the states of matter, chemical bonds, and the physical quantities associated with material properties (resistivity, transmittance, viscosity, Young’s modulus, etc.). The concepts covered will be illustrated using polymeric and inorganic materials.
In the next phase, in a flipped classroom setting, students will explore various materials through practical applications (varnish, paint, energy recovery, pollution control, etc.)
Mathematics for Chemistry, Semester 3
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Organic Chemistry, Part 2
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
The Organic Chemistry 2 module builds on the Organic Chemistry 1 module. It focuses on an in-depth study of the reactivity of carboxylic acids and their derivatives.
English S3
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Simple Materials and Structures, Part 1
Level of Education
2 years of post-secondary education
Training Structure
College of Sciences
This module is a basic course on the physical properties of materials and on design techniques for mechanically simple components or systems.
Material properties are examined through tensile testing, binary diagrams, and microstructure.
Component design involves selecting the most suitable material and defining the geometry to ensure structural integrity and fatigue resistance. The dimensional analysis approach also makes it possible to determine the characteristics of a more complex system based on experiments conducted on a scale model.
Chemistry L2S3 Profile 3
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Organic Chemistry, Part 1
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
The Organic Chemistry 1 module covers the study of the major classes of organic compounds (organometallic compounds, alcohols, amines, and carbonyl derivatives) and their reactivity. Carboxylic acids and their derivatives are also discussed in the chapters devoted to the reactivity of organometallic compounds, alcohols, and carbonyl derivatives.
Special emphasis is placed on understanding reaction mechanisms based on the fundamental concepts learned in the first year.
Electromagnetism
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Thermodynamics and Kinetics
ECTS
6 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Use the basic principles of thermodynamics of equilibrium to predict whether a reaction is possible, in which direction it proceeds spontaneously, and to determine the proportions of the reactants at equilibrium based on the equilibrium constant. Application to homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibria and to specific cases of precipitation reactions. (Acid-base and redox reactions, if time permits). Number of hours: 19.5.
In the second part, we will discuss kinetic aspects and, consequently, reaction rates. Only first-order reactions will be studied this year. Total hours: 7.5.
From Entity to Solid
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
The first part of the module will consist of a general introduction to materials: a review of the states of matter, chemical bonds, and the physical quantities associated with material properties (resistivity, transmittance, viscosity, Young’s modulus, etc.). The concepts covered will be illustrated using polymeric and inorganic materials.
In the next phase, in a flipped classroom setting, students will explore various materials through practical applications (varnish, paint, energy recovery, pollution control, etc.)
Mathematics for Chemistry, Semester 3
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Organic Chemistry, Part 2
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
The Organic Chemistry 2 module builds on the Organic Chemistry 1 module. It focuses on an in-depth study of the reactivity of carboxylic acids and their derivatives.
English S3
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Chemistry L2S3 Profile 2
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Organic Chemistry, Part 1
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
The Organic Chemistry 1 module covers the study of the major classes of organic compounds (organometallic compounds, alcohols, amines, and carbonyl derivatives) and their reactivity. Carboxylic acids and their derivatives are also discussed in the chapters devoted to the reactivity of organometallic compounds, alcohols, and carbonyl derivatives.
Special emphasis is placed on understanding reaction mechanisms based on the fundamental concepts learned in the first year.
Electromagnetism
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Thermodynamics and Kinetics
ECTS
6 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Use the basic principles of thermodynamics of equilibrium to predict whether a reaction is possible, in which direction it proceeds spontaneously, and to determine the proportions of the reactants at equilibrium based on the equilibrium constant. Application to homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibria and to specific cases of precipitation reactions. (Acid-base and redox reactions, if time permits). Number of hours: 19.5.
In the second part, we will discuss kinetic aspects and, consequently, reaction rates. Only first-order reactions will be studied this year. Total hours: 7.5.
From Entity to Solid
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
The first part of the module will consist of a general introduction to materials: a review of the states of matter, chemical bonds, and the physical quantities associated with material properties (resistivity, transmittance, viscosity, Young’s modulus, etc.). The concepts covered will be illustrated using polymeric and inorganic materials.
In the next phase, in a flipped classroom setting, students will explore various materials through practical applications (varnish, paint, energy recovery, pollution control, etc.)
Mathematics for Chemistry, Semester 3
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Organic Chemistry, Part 2
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
The Organic Chemistry 2 module builds on the Organic Chemistry 1 module. It focuses on an in-depth study of the reactivity of carboxylic acids and their derivatives.
English S3
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Color Measurement
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
The “Color Measurement” course unit is an introductory course unit on colorimetry. It provides an understanding of how we perceive colors and how they are classified in the various colorimetric systems currently in use. The course begins with a brief historical introduction outlining the most significant milestones in the development of colorimetry, followed by a chapter covering basic concepts of the “neurophysiology” of vision, describing how the eye and retina function. This is followed by a chapter on photometry introducing the essential quantities for colorimetry, particularly spectral luminance, and then a study of colorimetric systems such as RGB, XYZ, and L*a*b*. These initial chapters focus on additive color synthesis, which enables the reproduction of colors on screens (computers, TVs, phones, etc.). The course continues with an introduction to spectrocolorimetry, which helps students understand the properties of color mixtures (subtractive synthesis) through its simplest models (Beer-Lambert, Kubelka-Munk, etc.). The course is illustrated by numerous exercises completed in tutorial sessions, which help students become familiar with the various colorimetric systems, their advantages, and their disadvantages. It is also supported by lab sessions that enable students to master color measurement instruments (colorimeters, spectrocolorimeters) as well as the associated software. A significant portion of the lab sessions is dedicated to comparing observations with color measurements.
Chemistry L2S3 Profile 4
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Organic Chemistry, Part 1
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
The Organic Chemistry 1 module covers the study of the major classes of organic compounds (organometallic compounds, alcohols, amines, and carbonyl derivatives) and their reactivity. Carboxylic acids and their derivatives are also discussed in the chapters devoted to the reactivity of organometallic compounds, alcohols, and carbonyl derivatives.
Special emphasis is placed on understanding reaction mechanisms based on the fundamental concepts learned in the first year.
Electromagnetism
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Thermodynamics and Kinetics
ECTS
6 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Use the basic principles of thermodynamics of equilibrium to predict whether a reaction is possible, in which direction it proceeds spontaneously, and to determine the proportions of the reactants at equilibrium based on the equilibrium constant. Application to homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibria and to specific cases of precipitation reactions. (Acid-base and redox reactions, if time permits). Number of hours: 19.5.
In the second part, we will discuss kinetic aspects and, consequently, reaction rates. Only first-order reactions will be studied this year. Total hours: 7.5.
From Entity to Solid
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
The first part of the module will consist of a general introduction to materials: a review of the states of matter, chemical bonds, and the physical quantities associated with material properties (resistivity, transmittance, viscosity, Young’s modulus, etc.). The concepts covered will be illustrated using polymeric and inorganic materials.
In the next phase, in a flipped classroom setting, students will explore various materials through practical applications (varnish, paint, energy recovery, pollution control, etc.)
Mathematics for Chemistry, Semester 3
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Organic Chemistry, Part 2
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
The Organic Chemistry 2 module builds on the Organic Chemistry 1 module. It focuses on an in-depth study of the reactivity of carboxylic acids and their derivatives.
English S3
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Physiology
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Chemistry L2S3 Profile 1
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Organic Chemistry, Part 1
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
The Organic Chemistry 1 module covers the study of the major classes of organic compounds (organometallic compounds, alcohols, amines, and carbonyl derivatives) and their reactivity. Carboxylic acids and their derivatives are also discussed in the chapters devoted to the reactivity of organometallic compounds, alcohols, and carbonyl derivatives.
Special emphasis is placed on understanding reaction mechanisms based on the fundamental concepts learned in the first year.
Electromagnetism
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Thermodynamics and Kinetics
ECTS
6 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Use the basic principles of thermodynamics of equilibrium to predict whether a reaction is possible, in which direction it proceeds spontaneously, and to determine the proportions of the reactants at equilibrium based on the equilibrium constant. Application to homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibria and to specific cases of precipitation reactions. (Acid-base and redox reactions, if time permits). Number of hours: 19.5.
In the second part, we will discuss kinetic aspects and, consequently, reaction rates. Only first-order reactions will be studied this year. Total hours: 7.5.
From Entity to Solid
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
The first part of the module will consist of a general introduction to materials: a review of the states of matter, chemical bonds, and the physical quantities associated with material properties (resistivity, transmittance, viscosity, Young’s modulus, etc.). The concepts covered will be illustrated using polymeric and inorganic materials.
In the next phase, in a flipped classroom setting, students will explore various materials through practical applications (varnish, paint, energy recovery, pollution control, etc.)
Mathematics for Chemistry, Semester 3
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Organic Chemistry, Part 2
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
The Organic Chemistry 2 module builds on the Organic Chemistry 1 module. It focuses on an in-depth study of the reactivity of carboxylic acids and their derivatives.
Electronics 1
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
English S3
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
ASTRE's Scientific Approach to the Ecological Transition
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Fall
Electrochemistry
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Spring
This course introduces electrochemistry, focusing in particular on redox reactions. It complements the modules on chemical thermodynamics and kinetics, some concepts from which will be used.
Organic Chemistry
ECTS
3 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Spring
The organic chemistry module in the fourth semester of the second year focuses on the electronic and acid-base properties, as well as the reactivity, of aromatic compounds derived from benzene, phenol, and aniline. Particular attention will be given to the reaction mechanisms involved in nucleophilic and electrophilic substitution reactions in aromatic chemistry. This course builds on the foundational knowledge acquired in the first year and during the first semester of the second year.
English S4
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Spring
Analysis (NMR, IR)
ECTS
3 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Spring
- Proton Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR)
- Carbon-13 nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR)
- Infrared (IR) spectroscopy
- UV-visible spectroscopy
Experimental Chemistry
ECTS
6 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Spring
Chemistry is an experimental science. The purpose of this laboratory module is to illustrate, through experimentation, a number of theoretical concepts covered in the Bachelor’s program in Chemistry (specifically in the second year [L2] and early fifth year [S5]), as a complement to the other experimental chemistry modules offered in the first and second years [L1 and L2] of the Chemistry program.
Inorganic Chemistry, Part 1
ECTS
4 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Spring
Inorganic Chemistry, Part 2
ECTS
2 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Spring
Atomic Science & Reactivity
ECTS
6 credits
Training Structure
College of Sciences
Time of year
Spring
The first part of this course presents the fundamentals of quantum chemistry for chemists and physical chemists. It begins by reviewing the principles of quantum mechanics and its governing equation, the Schrödinger equation. Solving the Schrödinger equation in simple cases and the concepts of wave functions and quantization are presented and illustrated using simple examples. The hydrogen atom is then studied.
The course also examines approximation methods used to determine the properties of complex systems where the Schrödinger equation cannot be solved directly. The effect of spin on the electronic properties of atoms and molecules will also be discussed.
The second part of this course focuses on the quantum description of molecular properties and reactivity. The qualitative construction of molecular orbitals using symmetry properties will be introduced, and the connection between molecular orbital diagrams and chemical bonding will be explained. The relationship between molecular geometry and electronic structure will be discussed. This course will then examine the Hückel method, which is used to obtain molecular orbital diagrams for π systems. The classical concepts of conjugation, delocalization, donor and acceptor character, and aromaticity will thus be studied within this framework. Bound orbital theory is used to explain molecular reactivity (cycloadditions, electrocyclization) and molecular geometries.
Admission
Admission Requirements
The Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry is open to students in the PCSI track or other tracks in their second year (L2), subject to certain prerequisites, in order to ensure that these students have a high success rate when continuing their studies in the second year (L2) of the Chemistry program.
Applications can be submitted through the following platforms:
- French and European students: Follow the application process on the University of Montpellier 's e-candidat portal:
- International students from outside the EU: Follow the “ Études en France” procedure