2022/23 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
CHEM3283 Topics in Fundamental Chemistry
10 creditsClass Size: 50
Module manager: Dr Sean Collins
Email: s.m.collins@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2022/23
Pre-requisite qualifications
Level 2 in Chemistry or Level 2 in Joint Honours (Science) with Chemistry or equivalent.This module is mutually exclusive with
CHEM3281 | Topics in Fundamental and Theoretical Chemistry (10cr) |
CHEM3282 | Topics in Fundamental and Theoretical Chemistry (20cr) |
This module is not approved as a discovery module
Module summary
Students will be required to study two from three 5-credit topics in fundamental chemistry. The examined topics will cover a range of fundamental areas in chemistry. Students will be required to answer unseen problems requiring an appropriate level of physico-chemical understanding.Objectives
The module comprises optional topics in fundamental chemistry (of which students must choose two, which will be examined).The examined topics will require students to demonstrate higher-level understanding of topics in fundamental chemistry, and solve unseen problems of a level appropriate to level 3.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this module, students should be able to:
1. demonstrate coherent and detailed higher-level understanding of topics in fundamental chemistry;
2. solve unseen problems of a level appropriate to level 3;
3. deploy accurately standard techniques of analysis and enquiry within the appropriate sub-discipline.
Syllabus
Examined topics:
- Spectroscopy: electronic spectroscopy of atoms and molecules, experimental methods, laser spectroscopy;
- Chemistry of the Actinides and Lanthanides: coordination and stereochemistry, physical properties, chemical separation, radioactivity and reactor fuel technology;
- Electrochemistry: Fundamentals, electrode kinds, applications, dynamic electrochemistry and the effects of current.
The optional topics may change intermittently and be augmented by alternative options.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
On-line Learning | 8 | 1.00 | 8.00 |
Example Class | 11 | 1.00 | 11.00 |
Independent online learning hours | 15.00 | ||
Private study hours | 66.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 19.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100.00 |
Private study
90 hours – watching screencasts, reading, creating and revising notes, preparation for workshops and examinationOpportunities for Formative Feedback
Students will be provided with online quizzes/tests to test their understanding, and with problem sets for workshops/examples classes for which worked answers will be provided.Methods of assessment
Exams
Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
Open Book exam | 2 hr 00 mins | 100.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 100.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
There is no reading list for this moduleLast updated: 07/07/2022 11:10:17
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