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 | Further Physical Chemistry | ||
Code | CHEM354 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr A Vezzoli Chemistry Andrea.Vezzoli@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2023-24 | Level 6 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements): |
CHEM260 Physical Chemistry II |
Aims |
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The aim of this module is to extend a student's knowledge of physical chemistry, in particular to demonstrate the understanding of electrochemical cells, surfactants and colloids, and the quantum mechanical description of chemical bonding. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Ability to describe and discuss the physical chemistry underlying electrochemical cells, batteries and fuel cells, and to perform fundamental thermodynamic calculations on electrochemical cells. |
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(LO2) Ability to apply the physicochemical knowledge gained in the course, including the relevant equations, to solve problems relating to the physical chemistry of the condensed state. |
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(LO3) Ability to describe the physical chemistry of surfactants and colloids. |
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(LO4) Ability to understand the differences between ideal and ideal systems |
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(LO5) Ability to understand the chemical bonding in molecules from quantum mechanical principles |
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(S01) Problem-solving Skills |
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(S02) Practical application of physical models |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Lectures. 22 x 1 hour lectures, including 2 revision lectures. Workshops. 1 x 3 hour maths revision workshop at the beginning of the course. Tutorials. 9 x 2 hr tutorials (not assessed) in which the students will have the opportunity to apply the knowledge that they have gained from the lectures to problems of varying difficulty. Coursework. Two class tests in the middle and end of the semester in the form of multiple choice quizzes requiring the application of both knowledge gained from lectures and from reading around the subject and problem-solving skills gained in the tutorials. *Lectures: 22 hr |
Syllabus |
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Ionic species, electrochemistry and introduction to surface chemistry (10 lectures) Quantum Mechanics (10 lectures) |
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 |
22 |
18 |
3 |
43 | |||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 107 | ||||||
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 | 180 | 80 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
2 multiple choice quizzes Resit: No separate resit, reassessment is included in exam resit | 0 | 20 |