2020/21 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
CHEM3262 Supramolecular and Macromolecular Chemistry
10 creditsClass Size: 105
Module manager: Dr Paul Beales
Email: p.a.beales@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2020/21
This module is not approved as a discovery module
Module summary
The objective of this interdisciplinary module is for students to learn the fundamental principles of non-covalent chemistry: molecular recognition, supramolecular chemistry, and self-assembly of small molecules and macromolecules. Any given molecule's supramolecular or non-covalent chemistry is what determines its function, these principles link to areas including biomolecular science, analytical and materials chemistry. Non-covalent chemistry also underpins Soft Matter science which covers the behaviour of colloids, emulsions, liquid crystals, foams and aerosols as well as the solution phase behaviour of macromolecules (e.g. polymers) and self-assembled mesophases.Objectives
The objective of this interdisciplinary module is for students to learn the fundamental principles of molecular recognition, supramolecular chemistry, and self-assembly of small molecules and macromolecules.Learning outcomes
On completion of the module, students should be able to:
(i) identify different types of non-covalent interactions;
(ii) Discuss and interpret the thermodynamics of host-guest interactions;
(iii) Discuss the molecular recognition properties of common receptors eg crowns, calixarenes etc;
(iv) Understand the principles of self-assembly and template directed syntheses of a broad range of complex molecular architectures;
(v) Understand the fundamental principles of both theoretical and synthetic polymer chemistry;
(vi) Discuss the polymeric properties, and the methods utilised to assess these properties that are of significance for the generation of soft materials;
(vii) Understand the importance of non-covalent interactions in soft matter;
(viii) Understand and apply self-assembly models for amphiphiles and 1D self-assembly of supramolecular polymers.
Syllabus
Fundamental non-covalent and labile interactions
Basic thermodynamics including macrocyclic effect, multivalency, co-operativity, evaluating affinity.
Types of molecular hosts including crown ethers, cryptands and calixarenes.
Template Directed Synthesis including discrete assemblies and interlocked architectures.
Polymer synthesis
Polymer Self Assembly
Polymer Analysis
Non-covalent interactions in soft matter
Amphiphile self-assembly
Thermodynamics of self-assembly and the critical micelle concentration
Mechanisms of 1D self-assembly
Models of solution phase polymer conformations
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
On-line Learning | 12 | 1.00 | 12.00 |
Independent online learning hours | 48.00 | ||
Private study hours | 40.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 12.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100.00 |
Private study
Engaging with online learning materials. Reading beyond the online material. Working through problem sets. Preparation for exam (20h).Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Regular examples for which worked solutions will be available. Online exercises. Synchronous online sessions.Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Computer Exercise | Problem-solving exercises | 15.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 15.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Exams
Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
Open Book exam | 2 hr | 85.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 85.00 |
Exam replacement / 48h coursework exercise
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 24/03/2021
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