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 | Catalysis | ||
Code | CHEM368 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr JA Iggo Chemistry J.A.Iggo@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2023-24 | Level 6 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements): |
CHEM214 Coordination and Organometallic Chemistry of the d-Block Metals |
Aims |
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The aim of this module is to give students a broad, interdisciplinary, background in catalysis across the traditional divides within chemistry. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) By the end of the module, students should: Be able to speculate about possible reaction mechanisms given experimental observations. |
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(LO2) Be able to recognize mechanistic parallels between chemical and biocatalytic processes. |
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(LO3) Be aware of the most significant applications of organometallic catalysis be able to propose a likely mechanism for a new catalytic reaction and to propose experiments designed to confirm or refute their proposal. |
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(LO4) be able to evaluate the experimental evidence for and against a proposed mechanism for reaction that uses an organometallic catalyst. |
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(LO5) possess a realistic integrated understanding and knowledge of the basic principles of heterogeneous catalysis. |
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(LO6) be able to derive appropriate kinetic equations and models for catalytic reactions that may involve complicated reaction sequences. |
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(LO7) be aware of special effects which may influence selectivity when microporous solids are used as catalysts. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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30 x 1 hr lectures. Extra sessions may be scheduled for revision. Lectures in the three sections will be given in parallel so as to allow students adequate time to absorb new concepts. *Lectures: 30 hr |
Syllabus |
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The module is divided into three components, as follows: Organometallic Catalysis (Dr J A Iggo) Organic and Bio-organic Catalysis (Dr R Bonar-Law) Heterogeneous Catalysis (Prof I Kozhevnikov) |
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 |
30 |
30 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 120 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
written exam Resit: A single resit including reassessment of the coursework | 180 | 70 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
3 assessed problem sets Exemptions: e-submission 3.2b Resit: No separate resit, reassessment is included in exam resit | 0 | 30 | ||||
3 problem sets | 0 | 0 |