The exam, integrated with Module 1, is aimed at assessing the acquisition of the basic concepts of the course and the ability to connect them with one another and with the experiments carried out in the laboratory, the ability to clearly present concepts using appropriate scientific language, and the ability to quantitatively use and interpret experimental data by applying the concepts and methodologies acquired during the course.
The oral exam will cover both the discussion of a laboratory experience and topics from the theoretical course.
For each laboratory experience, the student must submit a detailed report within 7 days of the exam date; this report will also be subject to evaluation as part of the exam. The final grade will be assigned based on the following criteria:
Grade 29–30 cum laude: The student has an in-depth knowledge of the synthesis strategies used in the laboratory and of the spectroscopic techniques that can be used for structural characterization; is able to integrate and critically analyze the questions presented, and to autonomously extend the topics studied to other cases; demonstrates excellent communication skills and command of language.
Grade 26–28: The student has a good knowledge of the synthesis strategies used in the laboratory and of the spectroscopic techniques that can be used for structural characterization; is able to describe a process, and to integrate and analyze the questions presented in a critical and coherent manner; presents the topics clearly, using appropriate language.
Grade 22–25: The student has a fair knowledge of the synthesis strategies used in the laboratory and of the spectroscopic techniques that can be used for structural characterization, and presents the topics in a reasonably clear manner with a fair command of language.
Grade 18–21: The student has minimal knowledge of the synthesis strategies used in the laboratory and of the spectroscopic techniques that can be used for structural characterization; has a modest ability to describe a purification process; presents the topics with sufficient clarity, although command of language is not well developed.
Failing grade: The student does not possess the minimum required knowledge of the main contents of the course. The ability to use specific terminology is very poor or absent, and the student is not able to independently apply the concepts.
Should it become necessary, for contingent reasons, to activate distance learning, the assessment of student preparation will take place in accordance with the regulatory provisions specifically issued by the University's governing bodies.