Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Lanthanoid and Actinoid Chemistry | ||
Code | CHEM411 | ||
Coordinator |
Professor HC Aspinall Chemistry Hca@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2021-22 | Level 7 FHEQ | First Semester | 7.5 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements): |
Aims |
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The aim of the module is to give students an overview of the most important aspects of the unique chemistry and spectroscopy of the lanthanide and actinide elements, illustrated with contemporary examples of the applications of their compounds in chemistry and technology. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Students will understand the underlying principles of lanthanoid and actinoid chemistry, and how these differ from those of d-transition metal chemistry |
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(LO2) Students will have an understanding of the most important aspects of spectroscopy of compounds of the lanthanoids |
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(LO3) Students will have an appreciation of how recent research is developing applications for the elements and their compounds |
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(LO4) Students will have appreciation of the strategic importance of the elements e.g. in nuclear power and sustainable energy applications |
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(LO5) Students will be able to read and critically evaluate research papers from the recent literature |
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(S1) Problem solving skills |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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New material is presented asynchronously in pre-recorded lectures with online support material in the form of further reading, discussion boards and revision quizzes. There are three in-person 90 minute problem classes during the course in which students apply their understanding from the lecture material to recent literature papers. The problem classes, prepare students for the type of question they will be assessed on in the assignment and final exam. |
Syllabus |
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Introduction and background Coordination chemistry Organometallic chemistry Spectroscopy Applications |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
4.5 14 |
18.5 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 56.5 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 75 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
formal examination. We expect this exam to be held in-person | 120 minutes | 80 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
written assignment | 20 |