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 | Introductory Physical Chemistry | ||
Code | CHEM152 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr KA Johnson Chemistry K.A.Johnson@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2023-24 | Level 4 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements): |
Aims |
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The main aim of this module is to equip students with an understanding of basic kinetics and thermodynamics as they relate to chemical reactions. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) By the end of the module students should be familiar with, and be able to make appropriate use of the basic ideas of chemical thermodynamics |
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(LO2) By the end of the module students should be familiar with, and be able to make appropriate use of ideas relating to the rates of chemical reactions |
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(LO3) By the end of the module students should have developed basic laboratory skills and be able to write simple experimental reports which include data and error analysis. |
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(S1) By the end of the module students will have developed their problem-solving skills |
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(S2) By the end of the module students will have developed their organisational skills |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Overview. The module will consist of 24 in-person lectures (12 on thermodynamics and 12 on kinetics), 5 problem-solving workshops, and the laboratory work and supporting workshops. Lectures. All material is covered in Elements of Physical Chemistry (P.W. Atkins and J. de Paula). Practical. A number of the thermodynamics and kinetics concepts will be illustrated by experiments carried out under close demonstrator supervision. Workshops. Students will have the opportunity in the workshops to work through problems that relate to the principles covered in the lectures with the support of tutors. Learning is supported in Canvas by on-line quizzes to be taken following completion of the workshops. *Lectures: 24 hr |
Syllabus |
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Lecture Material Thermodynamics [mostly energy changes in chemical reactions] (Dr Johnson) Kinetics (Dr Volk) Workshop Material Laboratory Material |
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 |
24 |
21 |
10 |
55 | |||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 95 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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written exam. Resit: A single resit including reassessment of the class tests and coursework. | 120 | 60 | ||||
written class test Resit: No separate resit, reassessment is included in exam resit | 60 | 10 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Laboratory work and lab-related workshops Resit: No | 0 | 25 | ||||
fortnightly workshops plus online quizzes. Resit: No separate resit, reassessment is included in exam resit | 0 | 5 |