CHY2201 : Physical Chemistry (Inactive)
CHY2201 : Physical Chemistry (Inactive)
- Inactive for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Eimer Tuite
- Lecturer: Dr Toni Carruthers, Professor Thomas Penfold
- Practical Supervisor: Dr Cristina Navarro Reguero
- Owning School: Natural and Environmental Sciences
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| CHY1201 | Elements of Physical Chemistry |
Pre Requisite Comment
N/A
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
N/A
Aims
This module builds on the foundation of stage 1 physical chemistry and gives a deeper understanding of the principles that govern chemical processes. The module covers microscopic theories of chemistry based on quantum mechanics, the macroscopic point of view of thermodynamics and the statistical concepts that link these two branches of the subject. The principles of chemical energetics, kinetics and spectroscopy will be illustrated throughout with examples of the modern applications of physical chemistry.
Outline Of Syllabus
Foundations and Applications in Quantum Mechanics
Fundamentals in Quantum Mechanics (e.g. Particle-in-a-box model)
Time-dependent and Time-independent Quantum Mechanics
Applying Quantum Mechanics: Quantum Chemistry
Quantum Chemistry in Materials Discovery
Understanding and Computing Excited State Properties of Molecules
Energetics and Interfacial Phenomena
Statistical concepts
Thermodynamics of solutions
Standard states, activities and electrode potentials
Fundamentals in Interfaces: Adsorption, isotherms and electrical double layer
Applications of Electrochemistry in Energy Materials and Sustainability
Beyond Thermodynamics: The Kinetics of Electrochemistry
Molecules in Motion
Kinetic theory of gases
Molecular mobility and collisions in gases
Ion conductivity
The Diffusion and Arrhenius Equations
Diffusion-controlled reactions
Excited state Kinetics
Application of Excited State Kinetics in Solar Cells
Laboratory Course
Students undertake a selection from the following experiments:
1 Kinetics of hydrolysis
2 Stopped flow kinetics
3 Fundamentals of Infrared Spectroscopy
4 Critical Micelle Concentration
5 Infrared Spectroscopy in the Determination of Molecular Structure
6 Absorption Spectroscopy
7 Adsorption of iodine on carbon
8 Walden's Rule
9 Computational Chemistry
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
At the end of the module a student will be able to:
• understand thermodynamics and statistical mechanics, with special emphasis on solutions and interfaces
• understand the principles of quantum chemistry and spectroscopy
• understand chemical kinetics and related time-dependent phenomena
• be familiar with modern applications of physical chemistry
Intended Skill Outcomes
At the end of the module a student will be able to:
• Solve problems by drawing on physico-chemical principles and making appropriate calculations
• Apply basic equations and solve more advanced (than Stage 1) numerical problems in chemical kinetics,
thermodynamics, statistical mechanics, quantum theory and spectroscopy.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 30:00 | 30:00 | Revision and completion of end of term assessment |
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 92 | 1:00 | 92:00 | Non-synchronous online lecture materials |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 20:00 | 20:00 | completing skills record and practical report |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 2 | 6:00 | 12:00 | PiP laboratory practical sessions |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 1 | 28:00 | 28:00 | Texts and research materials associated with module |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Workshops | 18 | 1:00 | 18:00 | 2 hours synchronous online - per week when needed |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
A variety of methods will be used for delivery of the material and to ensure that students actively engage with the subject matter. Delivery of theoretical concepts is accompanied by calculation classes, and examples of real-world applications.
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical/lab report | 2 | M | 40 | composed of several individual laboratory reports as specified in the practical course handbook |
| Written exercise | 2 | M | 60 | Alternate assessment |
Zero Weighted Pass/Fail Assessments
| Description | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Practical/lab report | M | Laboratory Skills assessment (P/F) |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The end-of-Semester assessment examines the students' knowledge of the principles of the subject, ability to solve problems and to make calculations.
The laboratory course assesses the student's skills and their ability to make calculations in physical chemistry.
Students are required to obtain at least 35% in the laboratory component in order for the examination mark to be included in the final module mark. Students who score <35% in the laboratory will obtain a module mark based solely on the laboratory practical.
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- CHY2201's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- CHY2201's past Exam Papers
General Notes
Original Handbook text:
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