Module Details

Module Code: CHEM7005
Title: Topics in Inorg/Phys Chemistry
Long Title: Topics in Inorg/Phys Chemistry
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( September 2019 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 4421 - Chemistry
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module presents additional aspects of advanced inorganic and physical chemistry. It includes an extensive laboratory practical programme.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Apply advanced bonding theories, (crystal field, valence bond, molecular orbital, ligand field), to diatomic, polyatomic and transition metal complexes
LO2 Discuss properties of complexes with particular emphasis on isomerism, spectral, magnetic, kinetic and thermodynamic properties.
LO3 Discuss the physical chemistry of photochemical and photophysical processes.
LO4 Discuss the differences between the kinetics of thermochemical reactions and photochemical reactions.
LO5 Use and assess a variety of practical laboratory techniques in inorganic and physical chemistry. Solve related calculations.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
Students should have completed modules for a level 6 qualification in chemistry or a related discipline
 
Indicative Content
Bonding in Complexes
Crystal field theory, determination of CFSE and OSPE; Valence bond theory, hybrid orbitals, structure of inorganic compounds; review of Molecular orbital theory; Ligand field theory, symmetry, geometry, determination of LSFE; comparison of all four bonding models.
Properties of Complexes
Properties of complexes: isomerism, colour, magnetism, structure; thermodynamic, kinetic, mechanisms of ligand exchange reactions; Jann Teller effect; trans effect.
Photochemistry
Laws and principles of photochemistry, photochemical and photophysical processes, energy diagrams, quantum yields.
Kinetics of Photochemical Reactions
Thermal reaction versus photochemical reactions. Factors influencing kinetics of thermal processes (catalysed and uncatalysed). Factors influencing the kinetics of photochemical processes.
Practical Programme
A selection of the following practicals: 1. A study of manganese chemistry 2. Determination of the composition of Fe(III) and Ni(II) complexes 3. Electrophoresis 4. Adsorption of acetic acid on charcoal 5. Polystyrene (preparation & viscosity studies) 6. Preparation and analysis of iron oxalate complexes 7. Verification of the Nernst equation 8. Chemistry of chromium 9. Surface tension-concentration studies 10. Kinetics of hydrogen peroxide-hydrogen iodide reaction 11. Dissociation energy of iodine 12. Preparation and disproportionation of copper (I) oxide 13. Flourimetric determination of Aluminium 14. Argentimetric Analysis 15. Gravimetric Determination of sulphate in a soluble salt
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Theory test in Inorganic Chemistry
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 3,4
Assessment Description
Theory test in Physical Chemistry
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 50
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 5
Assessment Description
Performance of laboratory practicals with associated reports and calculations.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Inorganic Chemistry Theory. Every Second Week 1.00 2
Lecture Contact Physical Chemistry Theory. Every Second Week 1.00 2
Lab Contact Inorganic and Physical Chemistry Practicals Every Second Week 3.00 6
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Personal study Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 12.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Inorganic Chemistry Theory. Every Second Week 1.00 2
Lecture Contact Physical Chemistry Theory Every Second Week 1.00 2
Lab Contact Inorganic and Physical Chemistry Practicals. Every Second Week 3.00 6
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Personal study Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 12.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • K. M. Mackay, R. A. Mackay, W. Henderson. (2002), Introduction to modern inorganic chemistry, 6th. Nelson Thornes, Cheltenham, U.K., [ISBN: 9780748764204].
  • Carol E. Wayne, Richard P. Wayne. (1996), Photochemistry, OUP, [ISBN: 9780198558866].
  • M. Weller, T.Overton, J. Rourke, F. Armstrong. (2018), Inorganic Chemistry, 7th. Oxford UK, [ISBN: 9780198768128].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • F. A. Cotton, G. Wilkinson, P. L. Gaus. (2007), Basic Inorganic Chemistry, 3rd. Wiley, [ISBN: 9788126511143].
  • Metz, C.R.. (1990), 2000 Solved Problems in Physical Chemistry: Schaum's Solved Problem Series, McGraw-Hill, [ISBN: 0070417164].
  • Peter Atkins, Julio de Paula. (2009), Physical Chemistry, 9th. OUP, [ISBN: 978-0-19-954337-3].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_SCHQA_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Analytical Chemistry with Quality Assurance 6 Mandatory
CR_SCHEM_7 Bachelor of Science in Analytical and Pharmaceutical Chemistry 6 Mandatory