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 | Physical Chemistry IIB | ||
Code | CHEM262 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr MS Dyer Chemistry M.S.Dyer@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2023-24 | Level 5 FHEQ | Second Semester | 7.5 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements): |
Aims |
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• To provide an introduction into basic concepts of quantum mechanics. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts of quantum mechanics, including operators and wavefunctions, and their application to simple systems. |
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(LO2) Show an understanding of different types of molecular energy levels, the forms of spectroscopy which involve transitions between them, and how molecular quantities can be extracted from the spectra. |
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(S1) Critical thinking and problem solving - Evaluation |
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(S2) Critical thinking and problem solving - Problem identification |
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(S3) Numeracy/computational skills - Reason with numbers/mathematical concepts |
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(S4) Numeracy/computational skills - Confidence/competence in measuring and using numbers |
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(S5) Numeracy/computational skills - Problem solving |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Lectures: 18 lectures, to be complemented by one or more revision lectures at the end of term. Workshops: The material presented at the lectures and its application for solving problems is supported by 4 x 2 hr workshops given over the semester. *Lectures: 18 hr |
Syllabus |
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Quantum mechanics Spectroscopy |
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 |
18 |
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26 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 49 | ||||||
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 coursework | 90 | 80 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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work submitted following 4 workshops in S2 Exemptions: electronic submission 3.2b Resit: No separate resit, reassessment is included in exam resit | 0 | 20 |