APPLIED ORGANIC SPECTROSCOPY - 2021/2
Module code: CHE2036
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Module Overview
This module discusses the theoretical knowledge and skills required for the interpretation of NMR, IR, Raman, MS and UV-Vis spectra
Module provider
Chemistry
Module Leader
CREAN Carol (Chemistry)
Number of Credits: 15
ECTS Credits: 7.5
Framework: FHEQ Level 5
JACs code: F100
Module cap (Maximum number of students): N/A
Module Availability
Semester 1
Prerequisites / Co-requisites
None
Module content
Indicative content includes:
- NMR-active nuclei, calculation of shift, equivalence , 1H NMR spectra (shift, integration, multiplicity, coupling constants, Karplus equation, broad peaks, mobile peaks), 13C NMR spectra (shift, intensity of peaks, de-coupling, DEPT spectra)
- IR spectroscopy: Vibrational modes, calculation of frequency / wavenumber, selection rules
- UV-Vis spectroscopy: Selection rules, auxochromes, bathochromes, the effect of conjugation, Woodward-Fieser rules, Beer-Lambert Law
- Raman Spectroscopy: Elastic and inelastic scattering, selection rules
- Mass Spectrometry: Ionisation methods, Fundamental fragmentation patterns and rearrangements
Assessment pattern
Assessment type | Unit of assessment | Weighting |
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School-timetabled exam/test | In-class test (1 Hour) (NMR, IR, UV-VIS spectroscopy) | 40 |
Examination | Exam (1.5 Hours) (NMR, IR, RAMAN, UV-VIS spectroscopy AND mass spectrometry) | 60 |
Alternative Assessment
Re-assessment will be in the same format as the original assessment
Assessment Strategy
The assessment strategy is designed to provide students with the opportunity to demonstrate that they have successfully achieved the learning outcomes of the module (see above).
Thus, the summative assessment for this module consists of:
- Test 1 (1 h) – LO1 (part) and LO2
- Exam (1.5 h) – LO1, LO2, LO3
Formative assessment
mock test in week 6
Feedback
Feedback is provided:
- orally throughout the duration of the module;
- in every workshop;
- in one-to-one meetings (arranged on students’ requests);
- after the mock test.
Feedback is provided in writing after the first In-Semester Test.
Module aims
- Provide an advanced understanding of the use of spectroscopic and spectrometric methods (1H- and 13C-NMR, MS, UV visible, Infrared and Raman) in establishing the structure of organic compounds;
- Provide practice in the use of spectroscopic and spectrometric methods for structure evaluation.
Learning outcomes
Attributes Developed | ||
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001 | Interpret NMR, MS, UV-visible, IR and Raman data to obtain knowledge of the structural elements present in a simple organic molecule and identify organic compounds | KC |
002 | Demonstrate understanding of the application range of these spectroscopic and spectrometric methods and choose appropriate methods for a given problem | KCPT |
003 | Apply knowledge gained to predict spectral properties of compounds | KCPT |
004 | Use appropriate literature and databases to confirm spectral interpretation | KPT |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Overall student workload
Workshop Hours: 22
Independent Study Hours: 119
Lecture Hours: 9
Methods of Teaching / Learning
The learning and teaching strategy is designed to:
- present the theory and foster enquiry and consolidation through discussion;
- enhance problem solving skills;
- give a comprehensive understanding of the standards required for successful completion of the module.
The learning and teaching methods include:
- Lectures (1 h per week for the first 9 weeks, 9 h total): PowerPoint presentations and discussion (including some problem solving)
- Workshops (2 h per week, 22 h total): problem solving (individual or peer groups), discussion, peer and tutor feedback
Indicated Lecture Hours (which may also include seminars, tutorials, workshops and other contact time) are approximate and may include in-class tests where one or more of these are an assessment on the module. In-class tests are scheduled/organised separately to taught content and will be published on to student personal timetables, where they apply to taken modules, as soon as they are finalised by central administration. This will usually be after the initial publication of the teaching timetable for the relevant semester.
Reading list
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Other information
None
Programmes this module appears in
Programme | Semester | Classification | Qualifying conditions |
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Chemistry with Forensic Investigation BSc (Hons) | 1 | Compulsory | A weighted aggregate mark of 40% is required to pass the module |
Chemistry MChem | 1 | Compulsory | A weighted aggregate mark of 40% is required to pass the module |
Chemistry with Forensic Investigation MChem | 1 | Compulsory | A weighted aggregate mark of 40% is required to pass the module |
Chemistry BSc (Hons) | 1 | Compulsory | A weighted aggregate mark of 40% is required to pass the module |
Please note that the information detailed within this record is accurate at the time of publishing and may be subject to change. This record contains information for the most up to date version of the programme / module for the 2021/2 academic year.