Programme/Approved Electives for 2020/21
None
Available as a Free Standing Elective
No
This module is an essential component of the Chemistry and Medicinal Chemistry combined honours programmes at Keele and covers the theory and applications of analytical and spectroscopic techniques including Nuclear Magnetic Resonance of both organic and inorganic compounds and a large number of related spectroscopic techniques. Laboratory work and data handling exercises build competence at generating and interpreting experimental data, while lectures develop theoretical knowledge of analytical techniques. The range of learning activities is designed to continue progress towards the development of Keele Graduate Attributes with an emphasis on high standards of written communication, and information literacy.
Aims
1.To develop, expand upon and connect fundamental principles of spectroscopy and spectroscopic techniques, and their application to organic and inorganic molecules.2. To develop understanding of fundamental principles of analytical instrumental techniques and their application in analysis of complex samples.3. To develop understanding of advanced inorganic chemistry topics such as symmetry and its relationship with structure and spectra.4. To develop problem-solving skills through data retrieval, generation and analysis.5. To develop experimental and analytical laboratory skills.
Intended Learning Outcomes
describe and explain the theoretical principles behind a variety of analytical techniques including optical spectroscopy and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy and the reasons for the observed phenomena: 1,2analyse the symmetry properties of molecules using group theory to predict and relate aspects of molecular structure, bonding and spectra: 1,2predict and interpret detailed features of spin-1/2 NMR spectra in organic and inorganic molecules and communicate those interpretations in compliance with standards of presentation in chemistry: 1,2analyse and interpret various types of spectral and analytical data obtained from selected techniques (mass spectrometry¿ nuclear magnetic resonance, infrared spectroscopy) to determine molecular structures: 1,2communicate the analysis, interpretation and significance of experimental results in compliance with scientific writing conventions and standards: 1locate, analyse and apply information from literature, chemical databases, and scientific journal articles: 1
Scheduled Learning/Teaching:Lectures, laboratories, workshops, formative assessments, assessments feedback sessions - 52 hrsIndependent Study:Independent Study - 98 hrs
Description of Module Assessment
1: Portfolio weighted 40%Lab portfolioA portfolio of laboratory work equivalent to 1750 words incorporating data analysis, scientific reporting, professional development and collaborative teamwork
2: Open Book Assessment weighted 60%Assessed ProblemsA mixture of time limited short and long assessment problems employing a range of question styles and answer formats. The student effort is equivalent to that required to prepare for and
complete a 2 hour examination.