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Chemistry for Natural Sciences VIII: Applications of Spectroscopy - CHE00022H
Module will run
| Occurrence | Teaching cycle |
|---|---|
| A | Autumn Term 2021-22 to Summer Term 2021-22 |
Module aims
The application of spectroscopy tools for structure determination of organic and inorganic small molecules
Module learning outcomes
- Students will develop skills to solve spectroscopic problems using multiple complex data sources.
- Students will obtain a comprehensive overview of the numerous physical methods used for the structural determination of inorganic molecules.
Module content
Module Structure
|
Applications of NMR spectroscopy in organic chemistry |
PAOB |
5 lectures |
Central Workshop |
|
Physical methods for structure determination |
DWB |
6 lectures |
Central Workshop and Tutorial |
|
Mass spectrometry |
BJK | 6 lectures | College Workshop |
Assessment
| Task | Length | % of module mark |
|---|---|---|
| Essay/coursework Assessed Workshop: Physical Methods for Structure Determination |
N/A | 35 |
| University - closed examination Paper 1: Mass Spectrometry |
N/A | 35 |
| University - closed examination Paper 2: Applications of NMR Spectroscopy in Organic Chemistry |
N/A | 30 |
Special assessment rules
None
Additional assessment information
Two open examinations. 1 from 1 question should be answered on 'Applications of NMR spectroscopy in organic chemistry'. 1 from 1 question should be answered on 'Mass spectrometry'.
One assessed workshop in Physical Methods for Structure Determination.
Reassessment
| Task | Length | % of module mark |
|---|---|---|
| Essay/coursework Assessed Workshop: Physical Methods for Structure Determination |
N/A | 35 |
| University - closed examination Paper 1: Mass Spectrometry |
N/A | 35 |
| University - closed examination Paper 2: Applications of NMR Spectroscopy in Organic Chemistry |
N/A | 30 |
Module feedback
Written feedback will be given for tutorial work within a week. Written and/or oral feedback for workshops will be given either during the sessions or within a week. Written feedback will be provided on all summative practical work within 20 working days. Closed exam results with per-question breakdown are returned to the students via supervisors within 5 weeks (as per special approval by the University Teaching Committee). Outline answers are made available via the Chemistry web pages when the students receive their marks, so that they can assess their own detailed progress/achievement. The examiners’ reports for each question are made available to the students via the Chemistry web pages.
Indicative reading
Increasingly, specialised texts and the research literature will be used to support the course (and individual lecturers will give you lists of recommended literature), the Department continues to recommend the following core textbooks for Year 3:
- P. Atkins, T. Overton, J. Rourke, M. Weller, F. Armstrong, “Shriver and Atkin’s Inorganic Chemistry”, Oxford University Press, 2010. Available from University library.
- J. Clayden, N. Greeves, S. Warren, P. Wothers, “Organic Chemistry”, Oxford University Press, 2001. Available from University library. There is also an updated 2012 edition of this book.
- “Atkins' Physical Chemistry”, Oxford University Press, 2010. Available from University library.
- D. A. Skoog, D. M. West, F. J. Holler, S. R. Crouch, “Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry”, Thomson/Brooks/Cole, 2004. Available from University library. There is also an updated 2012 edition of this book.
