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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 spectroscopic, spectrometric and computational tools to the understanding of the structure and properties of organic and inorganic small molecules.
Module learning outcomes
- Students will develop skills to solve molecular structure elucidation problems using modern multidimensional NMR techniques and mass spectrometry.
- Students will learn how to apply computational approaches to understanding the structure and properties of small molecules using readily available software.
Module content
Module Structure
|
Applications of NMR spectroscopy in organic chemistry |
PAOB |
5 lectures |
Central Workshop |
|
Applications of Quantum Chemistry |
MAB/PBK/DAW |
3 lectures |
3 x 2 h Central Workshops Assessed Workshop |
|
Mass spectrometry |
BJK | 6 lectures | College Workshop |
Assessment
| Task | Length | % of module mark |
|---|---|---|
| Essay/coursework Assessed Workshop: Applications of Quantum Chemistry |
N/A | 35 |
| Online Exam 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'.
The fourth of the four Applications of Quantum Chemistry workshops is an assessment applying software skills.
Reassessment
| Task | Length | % of module mark |
|---|---|---|
| Essay/coursework Assessed Workshop: Applications of Quantum Chemistry |
N/A | 35 |
| Online Exam 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 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.
- Course givers will also provide additional reading specific to each course.
