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 | Further Physical Chemistry (MChem) | ||
Code | CHEM354 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr A Vezzoli Chemistry Andrea.Vezzoli@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2022-23 | Level 6 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements): |
CHEM260 Physical Chemistry II |
Aims |
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The aim of this module is to extend a student's knowledge of physical chemistry, in particular to demonstrate the understanding of electrochemical cells, surfactants and colloids, and the quantum mechanical description of chemical bonding. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) By the end of the module, students should be able to show that they |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Lectures. This module consists of 22 (50-minute) in-person lectures (this includes 2 revision lectures). Workshops. The lectures will be supported by a maths revision workshop (3 hr) at the beginning of the course. Coursework. Two class tests in weeks 6 and 11 in the form of multiple choice quizzes requiring the application of both knowledge gained from lectures and from reading around the subject and problem-solving skills gained in the tutorials. *Lectures: 22 hr |
Syllabus |
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1) Ionic species, electrochemistry and introduction to surface Chemistry (10 lectures) 2) Quantum Mechanics (10 lectures) |
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 |
22 |
18 |
3 |
43 | |||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 107 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
In person closed book examination. Marked anonymously | 180 | 80 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
3 problem sets. | 0 | 20 |