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 II | ||
Code | CHEM260 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr GR Darling Chemistry Darling@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2017-18 | Level 5 FHEQ | Whole Session | 15 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (or general academic requirements): |
CHEM152; CHEM170 |
Aims |
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To reinforce the basic ideas on factors affecting the rates of chemical reactions and quantify the kinetics. To provide an introduction into basic concepts of quantum mechanics. To make students familiar with the basic ideas of photochemistry. |
Learning Outcomes |
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Discuss the difference between ideal and real gases. |
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Discuss the 1st and 2nd laws of thermodynamics in the context of chemical reactions. |
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Carry out thermochemical calculations involving enthalpy, entropy and Gibbs free energy.
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Calculate equilibrium constants from thermodynamic data. |
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Discuss the concept of the chemical potential and its application under ideal and non-ideal conditions. |
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Analyse experimental data for the determination of reaction orders and rate coefficients,
using appropriate methods depending on the type of data available. |
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Derive and apply rate equations and integrated rate equations for 0th, 1st and 2nd order reactions.
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Show an understanding of activation barriers and apply the Arrhenius equation. |
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Describe qualitatively and quantitatively the kinetics of simple parallel, consecutive, and equilibration reactions. |
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Apply the pre-equilibrium and steady state approximations. |
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Describe different decay processes of photoexcited states and analyse them quantitatively. |
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Demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts of quantum mechanics, including operators and wavefunctions. |
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Show an understanding of molecular energy levels and the forms of spectroscopy which involve transitions between them. |
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Compute basic properties of diatomics, eg bond lengths, from molecular spectra. |
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Use mathematical procedures and graphs for quantitative data analysis and problem solving. |
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Present and discuss the solution to problems in a small-group environment. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Lecture - |
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Tutorial - |
Syllabus |
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Thermodynamics
Kinetics
Quantum mechanics
Spectroscopy
Photochemistry
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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: |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
38 |
6 |
44 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 106 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Written Exam | 3 hours | Second | 80 | Yes | Assessment 2 Notes (applying to all assessments) Tutorials contributing to the assessment of all learning outcomes by short answer, short essay type, and problem-solving questions, some of which are discussed in small group tutorials, where student participation is expected and assessed, while others are part of assignments to be submitted after the tutorial. Students are expected to spend two hours preparing for each tutorial and three hours preparing the assignment after each tutorial This work is not marked anonymously. Written Examination assessing learning outcomes is by short answer, short essay type, and problem-solving questions. | |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Coursework | Whole Session | 20 | No reassessment opportunity | Standard UoL penalty applies | Assessment 1 There is no reassessment opportunity, |