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 Spectroscopy (C OPTION) | ||
Code | CHEM451 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr H Arnolds Chemistry Heike.Arnolds@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2023-24 | Level 7 FHEQ | First Semester | 7.5 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements): |
Aims |
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This is an advanced module that aims to introduce the student to modern spectroscopic techniques and their applications in materials characterisation. The module will deal in-depth with: - Vibrational spectroscopies (infrared reflection absorption, attenuated total internal reflection and surface enhanced Raman) and their application to the study of molecules at surfaces relevant to materials characterisation, heterogeneous catalysis and nanoscience. - X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and its application to determine the chemical composition of interfaces. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Successful students should have gained an in-depth understanding of a range of advanced spectroscopies and be able to explain the physical principles of these spectroscopies, analyse spectra and be able to discuss their suitability to address certain problems of materials characterisation. |
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(LO2) Successful students should be able to explain surface vibrational spectroscopy (infrared absorption and surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy), interpret spectra and apply selection rules to determine the orientation of molecules at surfaces. |
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(LO3) Successful students should be able to explain X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, interpret spectra and deduce surface chemical composition based on quantitative and qualitative analysis |
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(LO4) Successful students should be able to critically compare different methods of spectroscopy and their suitability to tackle a particular problem in materials characterisation |
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(LO5) Successful students should be able to critically evaluate the use of spectroscopy to support scientific conclusions based on literature |
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(S1) Critical thinking and problem solving - Critical analysis |
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(S2) Numeracy/computational skills - Problem solving |
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(S3) Information skills - Critical reading |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Lectures: 10 asynchronous lectures pre-recorded as short videos, supported by 6 hybrid drop-in sessions. Workshops: 5 x 2 hr in-person workshops. Coursework: 1 set of tutorial style questions, to count 15% of the final mark. Solutions and common mistakes will be discussed during workshops and general feedback given to the whole class. |
Syllabus |
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1. Introduction to surface-sensitive spectroscopy (week 1) |
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 |
10 10 |
20 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 55 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 75 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Open book Resit: A single resit including reassessment of the coursework | 120 | 85 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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1 set of questions Resit: No separate resit, reassessment is included in exam resit | 0 | 15 |