CHY3010 : Structural Chemistry (Inactive)
- Inactive for Year: 2021/22
- Module Leader(s): Dr Mike Probert
- Owning School: Natural and Environmental Sciences
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
Aims
To enhance understanding of various analytical techniques and introduce additional modern experimental probes. To build on knowledge gained in materials analysis from stage 1 and 2. To provide students with detailed knowledge of the theory and practice of modern chemical analysis, in particular in the areas of single crystal diffraction and advanced NMR and to introduce new techniques such as magnetic probes and X-ray spectroscopic methods.
Outline Of Syllabus
Introduction to X-ray spectroscopic methods
The course will introduce the basic theory and use of the X-ray absorption (XAS) and emission (XES) spectroscopic techniques to investigate electronic states within materials.
Introduction to advanced magnetism studies
Basics of electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) and electron spin resonance (ESR) will be delivered, along with exposure to SQUID magnetometry.
Single crystal diffraction
Further diffraction theory building from stage 2 foundations. Material will introduce the implicit relationships between Fourier Transformations and diffraction patterns. Single crystal diffraction techniques will be explained in detail with various structure solution mechanisms explored. Differences between diffraction and spectroscopic methods will be highlighted.
Advanced NMR
This course will cover more advanced NMR theory, building on the content from CHY2010. It will include the interpretation of spectra of quadrupolar nuclei and non 100% abundant isotopes (satellite peaks). Students will be introduced to 2D NMR (COSY, HSQC, HMBC, NOESY, EXSY) and taught how to approach solving a structural problem by combining the data from a variety of spectra. Variable temperature NMR studies will be included, as will an introduction to solid-state NMR spectroscopy.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 20 | 1:00 | 20:00 | Lecture |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 20 | 0:30 | 10:00 | Revision for end of semester examination |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 1:30 | 1:30 | End of semester examination |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Workshops | 4 | 2:00 | 8:00 | Workshops |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 60:30 | 60:30 | Reading of textbooks and revision of past examination questions |
| Total | 100:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The important principles of structural chemistry will be covered in the lectures. This will be supported in workshops that will allow students to tackle an array of different problems associated with the lecture material and help prepare for the assessment.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 90 | 1 | A | 100 | N/A |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The written examination will assess the level of knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the module. The examination will present students with questions from a selection of topics learnt throughout the module content.
** Students studying from abroad may request to take their exam before the semester 1 exam period, in which case the format of the paper may differ from that shown in the MOF. These students should contact the school to discuss this **
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- CHY3010's Timetable