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 | Measurements in Chemistry | ||
Code | CHEM246 | ||
Coordinator |
Professor G Sedghi Chemistry G.Sedghi@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2023-24 | Level 5 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements): |
Aims |
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The aim of this module is to instruct students in the practice of taking physical measurements, the critical analysis and evaluation of experimental data, the application of measurements to the study of chemical phenomena and the dissemination of results. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) By the end of the module, students should be able to |
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(LO2) Assess the risks involved in chemical lab work and handling chemical materials in a safe manner |
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(LO3) Choose appropriate methods for the analysis of data |
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(LO4) Analyse experimental data using graphs, spreadsheets and linear regression |
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(LO5) Assess the accuracy and significance of experimental results |
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(LO6) Apply the results of physical measurement to the interpretation of chemical phenomena |
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(LO7) Combine units and perform a dimensional analysis |
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(LO8) Have experience of the application of spectroscopic techniques (UV, IR, NMR and mass spectrometry) in the characterisation of organometallic and inorganic compounds |
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(LO9) Organise and plan their time effectively |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Practical. This is a laboratory-based module in which students practise a range of measurement techniques appropriate for investigating a wide range of chemical phenomena spanning thermodynamics, kinetics, spectroscopy, electrochemistry, surface science and transition metal chemistry. Coursework. Lectures. 2 x 1 hr lectures: 1) introductory lecture to the module, and 2) introductory lecture to NMR. |
Syllabus |
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Practical. The experiments comprise a series of experiments from physical and inorganic chemistry: Workshops. The physical workshops are designed to teach generic skills needed for analysing experimental results (data and error analysis, dimensional analysis). |
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 |
2 |
72 |
11 65 |
150 | |||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 0 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
laboratory experiments Exemptions: e-submission 3.2a, 3.2b, mix anonymous marking 4.3d, 4.3e Resit: No | 0 | 80 | ||||
workshop exercises. Exemptions: e-submission 3.2b, mix anonymous marking 4.3e Resit: a single resit for coursework | 0 | 20 |