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 | Advanced Chemistry (Distance Learning) | ||
Code | CHEM340 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr RP Bonar-Law Chemistry R.P.Bonar-Law@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2022-23 | Level 6 FHEQ | Whole Session | 30 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements): |
CHEM214 Coordination and Organometallic Chemistry of the d-Block Metals; CHEM245 Preparative Chemistry: Synthesis and Characterisation; CHEM280 Key Skills for Chemists 2; CHEM231 Organic Chemistry II; CHEM246 CHEM246 - Measurements in Chemistry; CHEM260 Physical Chemistry II |
Aims |
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The overall aim of this module is to consolidate and extend second year knowledge of Inorganic, Organic, Physical chemistry. Inorganic: Organic: Physical: |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Organic learning outcomes: Inorganic learning outcomes: Physical learning outcomes: • Understand how to derive thermodynamic variables from the energy levels available to a set of particles (molecules, electrons, photons). • Have an understanding of the physical chemistry of ideal and real electrochemical cells. • Have an understanding of the physical chemistry of surfactants and colloids. • Be able to apply their knowledge of physical chemistry to solve unseen problems. |
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(S1) Improving own learning/performance - Personal action planning |
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(S2) Time and project management - Personal organisation |
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(S3) Critical thinking and problem solving - Critical analysis |
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(S4) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written |
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(S5) Information skills - Critical reading |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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This is distance learning module in which students are expected to work through the course text books in conjunction with lecture notes and screencasts according to the schedule provided. Sets of assignment problems are set at two or three week intervals to assess progress. Students submit work online according to the timetable provided and should expect to receive feedback on the work within one week. |
Syllabus |
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INORGANIC Electronic and Magnetic materials (Claridge, 10 Lectures) ORGANIC PHYSICAL Quantum Mechanics (Dyer, 7 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 | 0 | ||||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 300 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 300 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Online written examinations. 3 x 2 hr exams, each with an additional 1 hr for upload. | 180 | 40 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
coursework submitted throughout the academic year | 0 | 60 |