Course at a glance
Introduction
Our Level 3 Diploma in Chemistry offers an in-depth study experience at an academic standard equivalent to an A Level in Chemistry. Ideal for those with a foundational knowledge in the subject (such as a GCSE level), this course is designed to deepen your understanding and expand your skills in Chemistry. Whether you’re a professional seeking continuing education, preparing for advanced study, or simply passionate about Chemistry, this course provides the perfect platform for progression.
Accredited Level 3 Chemistry Diploma Entry Requirement
Our Level 3 Diploma in Chemistry offers an in-depth study experience at an academic standard equivalent to an A Level in Chemistry. Ideal for those with a foundational knowledge in the subject (such as a GCSE level), this course is designed to deepen your understanding and expand your skills in Chemistry.
Whether you’re a professional seeking continuing education, preparing for advanced study, or simply passionate about Chemistry, this course provides the perfect platform for progression.
Assesment
The coursework is assessed through continuous assessment with no formal exit examinations.
Study Hours
Approximately: 200 hours of personal study time for the entire course is recommended. All of which is supported by the OLC Course Tutor, who we greatly encourage students to access support from throughout their course.
Quality Assurance
This course has been developed by the College’s professional team of tutors to meet the needs of sector based employers and employees. Further details of our accreditations are provided on our website.
Accredited Level 3 Chemistry Diploma Course Length
1 Year.
Awarding Body
Accredited Level 3 Chemistry Diploma Course Content
This course introduces you to the essential principles of Chemistry, covering atomic structure, chemical bonding, and periodicity, alongside a comprehensive exploration of organic chemistry and modern analytical techniques. Each unit is designed to place Chemistry concepts in real-world contexts, enhancing your understanding of their relevance and applications.
The course is organised into 10 units, as outlined below:
Unit 1: Foundation Principles in Chemistry Part 1
- Historical overview and perspectives
- Protons, neutrons, and electrons
- Mass numbers and isotopes
- Electron arrangement
- Periodicity
- Bonding and associated structure
Unit 2: Foundation Principles in Chemistry Part 2
- Forces acting between molecules
- Trends and properties
- Intermolecular forces and physical properties
- Choosing solvents
- States of matter
- Shapes of simple molecules and ions
- Predicting physical properties
- Oxidation and reduction
- Redox equations
Unit 3: Foundation Principles in Chemistry Part 3
- Electrode potentials
- Electrochemical series
- Electrochemical cells
- Redox titrations
- Flame tests: practical procedures
- Use of chlorine and chlorate
- Testing for ions
- The mole and Avogadro’s constant
Unit 4: Foundation Principles in Chemistry Part 4
- Empirical and molecular formulae
- Balanced equations and associated calculations
- Atom economy
- Uncertainties and measurement errors
- Displacement reactions
- Reactions of acids
- Precipitation reactions
- Mass spectrometry
- Infrared spectroscopy
- Catalysis
Unit 5: Energetics
- Enthalpy
- Combustion
- Calorimetry
- Hess’s Law
- Bond dissociation
- Lattice energy
- Free-energy and entropy change
Unit 6: Kinetics Part 1
- Collisions and activation energy
- Catalysts
- Simple rate equations
- Equilibria
- Acids and bases
- Definition and determination of pH
- Ionic production of water
Unit 7: Kinetics Part 2
- Weak acids and bases
- pH curves, titrations, and indicators
- Buffer solutions
- Enthalpy changes and neutralisation
- Reaction rates
- Arrhenius equation and activation energies
Unit 8: Organic Chemistry
- Historical perspectives
- Nomenclature
- Isomerism and optical isomerism
- Alternative fuels
- Practical techniques in organic chemistry
- Addition-elimination reactions
Unit 9: Aromatic Chemistry
- Bonding and aromatic stability
- Amino acids and protein
- Polypeptide chains and hydrogen bonds
- Polymers
- Organic synthesis and analysis
Unit 10: Modern Analytical Techniques
- Mass spectrometry, radical cation, and fragmentation
- Carbocations
- Nuclear magnetic resonance
- Chemical shift
- Chromatography
Progression
This Accredited Level 3 Chemistry Diploma can be used to gain entry to a Level 4 Diploma or higher.
