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 | CHEMICAL RESEARCH PROJECT | ||
Code | CHEM480 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr FPN Blanc Chemistry Frederic.Blanc@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2018-19 | Level 7 FHEQ | Whole Session | 60 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements): |
Completion of Year 3 of an MChem programme |
Aims |
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The aim of this module is to develop the skills necessary to undertake independent research. |
Learning Outcomes |
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By the end of this module students will have:
Students will
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Syllabus |
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1 A project will be undertaken in an area of Chemical Research that is presently active in the department. Projects will be available in a wide range of topics including Organic Synthesis, Catalysis, Surface Science, Electrochemistry, Chemical Pharmacology, Medicinal Chemistry, Nanotechnology, Theoretical Chemistry, Co-ordination Chemistry and Bio-organic Chemistry. Previous years research projects have included
Molecular modelling Students will be introduced to many of the skills necessary to perform molecular modelling calculations capable of being applied in the students research project. These include: Computational Chemistry (Ab initio, semi-empirical, molecular mechanics), Molecular graphics (molecular representations e.g. ball and stick, CPK and property representations, e.g. molecular orbitals, electrostatic potential surface), Solvation models (Explicit and implicit models), Geometry optimisation (Potential energy surface, minima, transition state), Electron correlation (DFT), Molecular mechanics, Conformational searching (Systematic, Monte-Carlo) Non-covalent forces (Electrostatic, Hydrogen bonding, pi-pi stacking, Dispersion, Hydrophobic, Cooperativity). The assignments contain materials that cover organic, inorganic, physical chemistry and surface science. The students will be required to submit a proposal (maximum 2 pages long) aiming at application of molecular modelling to thier specific research project. This proposal will be assessed within the marks allocated to the molecular modelling component of the module. |
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. Explanation of Reading List: The reading list covers both the research project aspects of this module and the more specific molecualr modelling aspects. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
8 |
4 |
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Private Study | 334 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 600 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Coursework | First half of semest | Semester 1 | 12 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Molecular Modelling & Employability Skills |
Practical Assessment | Whole 2 semesters | Semester 2 | 30 | Yes | Standard University Policy applies - see Department/School handbook for details. | Lab work |
Coursework | Towards end of semes | Semester 1 | 10 | Following academic year | Standard UoL penalty applies | Introductory essay |
Coursework | End of semester 2 | Semester 2 | 28 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Final dissertation |
Coursework | Towards end of semes | Towards end of semester 2 | 10 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Research presentation |
Coursework | End of semester 2 | Semester 2 | 10 | Yes | n.a. | Viva examinaiton Notes (applying to all assessments) Molecular Modelling Assignments Moderated by Dr Greeves. Introductory Essay including review of current Literature and project proposal - The Supervisor and Co-assessor independently assess the essay (mark allocation 50%:50%). If their marks differ by >7.5%, the Assessment Panel will moderate the final mark. To be handed in by week 10, Semester 1. Interim progress report is an executive summary on the progress achieved in the project. The co-assessor assesses the report. To be handed in by week 2, Semester 2. . The student would have the opportunity to arrange a time (max 15 mins) with the co-assessor for verbal feedback. The students would have to submit the interim report as an appendix to their final dissertation. This report should have been modified in the light of the co-assessors comments and would be assessed along with the rest of the final dissertation. Student Performance in the Laboratory Assessed by Supervisor(s) through a pro-forma evaluation and online assessment. If marks differ by >7.5%, the Assessment Panel will moderate the final mark. Anonymous marking impossible. Assessment end of semester 2. Dissertation Assessed by Co-assessor and Supervisor independently (mark allocation 75% and 25% respectively). If their marks differ by >7.5%, the Assessment Panel will moderate the final mark. As part of the Dissertation, a separate graphical abstract must be produced. To be handed in by week 11, Semester 2. Oral presentation Assessed by Assessment Panel and other staff members. Moderation by module leader. Presentation in week 10, Semester 2. Oral examination Assessed by module leader & Co-assessor. Oral examination in week 12, Semester 2. |