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 | Electrochemistry (C Option) | ||
Code | CHEM453 | ||
Coordinator |
Professor RJ Nichols Chemistry R.J.Nichols@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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The aim of this module is to develop the students' knowledge of interfacial electrochemistry. This includes both the understanding of fundamental aspects of electrochemistry, as well as techniques for characterising surfaces under electrochemical conditions. Applications of electrochemistry will also be discussed. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) The students be knowledgeable on what happens when an aqueous medium is in the vicinity of the surface and be able to describe the structure of an electrochemical interface. |
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(LO2) Students should be knowledgeable about mass transport in electrochemical cells and processes. |
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(LO3) Students should be able to understand the principles of and describe how cyclic voltammetry, potential step methods and capacitance measurements can be used to analyse and understand electrochemical processes and reactions. |
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(LO4) Students should be able to perform an electrochemical kinetic analysis of simple and multistep reactions as a means of analysing the mechanism. They should be able to analyse and to answer questions on a number of electrochemical reactions such as metal deposition, electro-organic reactions and adsorption. |
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(LO5) Students should be able to describe fuel cell reactions (hydrogen/air and methanol/air) and be able to analyse fuel cell polarisation curves. |
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(LO6) Students should also be aware of modern spectroscopic methods employed for analysing the solid/liquid interface and be able to describe the level of detail which can be obtained through appropriate application of these techniques. |
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(LO7) Students should be able to understand and analyse a range of electrochemical processes and reactions, including interfacial structuring, electrodeposition, electron transfer reactions at electrochemical interfaces and electrocatalysis. |
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(LO8) Students should be knowledge on corrosion processes and corrosion protection and the thermodynamics and kinetics of corrosion processes, including analysis. |
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(S1) Students will develop their chemistry-related cognitive abilities and skills, ie abilities and skills relating to intellectual tasks, including problem-solving as required by the Chemistry subject benchmark statement. In particular, at master's level, they will gain the ability to adapt and apply methodology to the solution of unfamiliar problems. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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This module consists of 17 lectures. *Lectures: 17 hours |
Syllabus |
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The structure of the electrochemical interface is covered, incl. an analysis of the models of the electrical double layer and a discussion of adsorption at electrode surfaces. Electrochemical kinetics are elaborated upon, including a discussion of the Butler Volmer equation and models for multi-step electrochemical reactions. Mass transport is also covered. |
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 |
17 |
17 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 58 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 75 |
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 | 120 | 85 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
1 set of tutorial style questions Exemptions: electronic submission 3.2b Resit: No separate resit, reassessment is included in exam resit | 0 | 15 |