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Chemistry

This edition of the University of Nottingham Catalogue of Modules went to press on 7th September 2011. It wasderived from information held on the database. The Catalogue is also published on the Web athttp://winster.nottingham.ac.uk/modulecatalogue/. Circumstances may arise which cause a module to be modifiedor withdrawn and the database will be updated to reflect this. Thus, if you find a discrepancy between theinformation printed here and that published on the Web, you should regard the latter as definitive.

Autumn Semester

Level 1F11CC1 Chemical Calculations 1

Credits 10 Level 1

Target students Yr 1 F100, F101, F103, F104, F105, C720,C721, FF31, FFH1, FN12, CF71, C700

Semester Autumn

Description 1.Scientific notation and significant figures.2.Common chemical units and conversions between them.Dimensional analysis. 3.Rearrangement of chemicalexpressions. 4.Functions and graphical representation. Thestraight line equation. 5.Indices and powers in chemicalproblems and their reduction to linear formulae.6.Exponential and logarithms and their reduction to linearformulae, applied to pH, pKa and simple kineticexpressions. 7.Introduction to differentiation to calculatethe gradient of a tangent of a graph. Application to kineticproblems. 8.Stationary points. Finding maxima andminima values of relevant chemical expressions.9.Introduction to integration as the inverse todifferentiation. Integration as summation and area under agraph. Integrated rate expression.

Method and frequency of class:

Activity DurationNo. ofSessions

Lecture 1 2hr0minper wk.

Workshop 1 1hr0minper wk.

Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment

Assessment Type Requirements

Coursework 1 (15%) Coursework


Inclass Exam 1 (70%) In-class Test

Dr R R WrightConvenor

F11CSS Chemistry Study Skills

Credits 0 Level 1

Target students All students registered for F11FLW &F11ILW and students registered on C720 and C721courses.

Semester Autumn

Description The aim of the two sessions is to refresh anddevelop awareness of the key skills needed to be asuccessful chemist and independent learner. Students willwork together on problem-solving tasks, often in alaboratory environment. They will have access to a widerange of support materials both via WebCT and a varietyof text books, enabling them to evaluate the relevance ofseveral sources.



Practical 1 4hr0minper wk.


Assessment


Practical (100%) Must attend at least 80% ofsessions.

Professor KL Reid

Dr A Bertram

Convenor

F11MSB Molecular Structure and Bonding

Credits 10 Level 1

Target students First year students registered for degreesin Natural Sciences, Biochemistry, Biochemistry &Genetics, Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine, andBiomedical Materials ScienceIncludes 'study abroad'

Semester Autumn

Description Structure and Bonding: Survey of atomicstructure, electron configuration, periodicity, covalentbonding, ionic bonding, intermolecular interactions, shapesof molecules and molecular symmetry. Bonding andStructure in Organic Molecules: develops concepts instructure, bonding and reactivity of organic molecules,including stereochemical properties, electronic propertiesand their role in stabilisation of charge; classification ofreactions.






Assessment


Exam 1 (80%) 2 hours written examination

Coursework 1 (20%) In-class test (short answer).

Dr K GallowayConvenor

Level 2F12AAS Amino acids and synthesis

Credits 10 Level 2

Target students Second Year students: MSci/BScBiochemistry and Biological Chemistry, BSc HonsBiochemistry. Students taking F12SSS may NOT take thismodule.Includes 'study abroad'

Semester Autumn

Prerequisite Students taking F12SSS MAY NOT take thismodule.

Code Title


F11OMC Reactivity of Organic Molecules and CoordinationChemistry

Description (a) Amino acids: Chemistry and biochemistryof amino acids; general structural features and physicaland chemical properties; synthetic and bio-syntheticmethods; role in enzyme catalysis. (b) Synthesis:Introduction to retrosynthetic analysis and synthesis oforganic molecules using a selection of pharmaceuticalagents as examples.




Seminar 2 1hr0minper wk.

18 1 hour lectures (2 per week) 2 1 hour seminars. 80hours private studyActivities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment


Exam 1 (100%) 2 hour written paper

Dr CJ Hayes

Professor B Lygo

Convenor

F12ATC Atmospheric Chemistry

Credits 10 Level 2

Target students Optional for Year 2: BSc & MSciChemistry, MSci Chemistry with an International StudyYear, MSci Chemistry with a Research Year in Industry,MSci Chemistry with an Assessed Year in Industry, BScChemistry and Management Studies, MSci/BSc Chemistryand Molecular Physics and MSci/BSc Biochemistry andBiological Chemistry. Optional for Year 3 MSci/BScBiochemistry and Biological ChemistryIncludes 'study abroad'

Semester Autumn

Description The Chemistry of the Atmosphere. Field andlaboratory techniques. Problems of Atmospheric Pollution.




Lectures take place only in Weeks 2 - 5.Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment


Exam 1 (100%) 1.5 hour written Examination

Professor TG WrightConvenor

F12QCS Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy

Credits 10 Level 2

Target students 2nd Year MSci/BSc Chemistry, MSciChemistry with a Research Year in Industry, MSciChemistry with an International Study Year, MSciChemistry with an Assessed Year in Industry, andMSci/BSc Chemistry and Molecular Physics, and NaturalSciences (CP and CM) studentsIncludes 'study abroad'

Semester Autumn

Prerequisite Students should have taken F11Fc1 orF11ERS and F11MSB

Code Title


F11ERS Chemical Equilibria, Rate Processes andSpectroscopy

F11FC1 Foundation Chemistry 1

Description What is quantum chemistry? Particles andwaves. The Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle.Wavefunctions. Observables and operators. Position,momentum and energy. Expectation values. TheSchrödinger equation. The particle in a box. Vibratingmolecules. Rotating molecules. The Born-Oppenheimerapproximation. The H atom. Orbitals. Electron spin andspin-orbit coupling. The He atom (ground state). Theorbital approximation. The variation theorem. The Li atom(ground state). The Pauli principle. Parallel and pairedelectrons, triplets and singlets. The LCAO method.Spectroscopic transitions: emission, absorption,spontaneous emission. Einstein coefficients, transitionmoment, level populations, the HeNe laser. Electronicspectra of atoms; the Russell-Saunders (LS) couplingscheme, electronic configurations and electronic states,spin-orbit interaction, equivalent and inequivalentp-electrons; selection rules. (Pure) rotational spectra ofdiatomic molecules: the rigid rotor model; rotationalconstants; energy levels and line spacings; selection rules;transitions and spectral appearance; intensities andpopulations; centrifugal distortion. Vibrational spectra ofdiatomic molecules; energy levels; selection rules;anharmonicity and its consequences; estimation ofdissociation energies.







2 lectures in Week 10. Total number of lectures is 20.Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment


Exam 1 (100%) 2 hour exam

Professor PJ Sarre

Dr RJ Wheatley

Convenor

F12SPS Spectroscopy and Stereochemistry

Credits 10 Level 2

Target students Year 2 MSci and BSc Biochemistry andBiological Chemistry, BSc Biochemistry, and appropriateNatural Sciences students.Includes 'study abroad'

Semester Autumn

Prerequisite Students without a Grade B or above in A2Level Chemistry must obtain permission from the ModuleCoordinator to take the module.

Code Title



Description The module provides both a theoreticaldescription of modern spectroscopic techniques (NMR, IR,and mass spectrometry) for structural analysis of organicand biological molecules and practical applications of thesetechniques in problem solving. Aspects of thestereochemistry of bio-organic molecules are covered,including conformational analysis and stereocontrol inbio-organic reactions.





Assessment


Exam 1 (100%) one 2 hour exam

Dr S WoodwardConvenor

Level 3F13BMC Bioinorganic and Metal Coordination

ChemistryCredits 10 Level 3

Target students Compulsory for Year 3 F101 and F104.Optional for Yr 3 F100, C720, C721, FC17, FC1R and C700.Includes 'study abroad'

Semester Autumn

Prerequisite Students must have taken F11COC ORF11OMC

Code Title


F11COC Coordination Chemistry

Description Transition metal chemistry. The chelate andmacrocyclic effects, and the syntheses of polydentateligands. The physical methods used to study the electronicstructure of transition metal centres. The roles ofmetalloproteins in dioxygen transport, electron transfer,photosynthesis and dinitrogen fixation. The use ofpolychelates in the synthesis of small molecule analoguesof the active sites of metalloproteins, in metal extraction,in template synthesis and in the stabalization of unusualmetal oxidation states. The use of metal complexes inmedicine, and an introduction to supramolecularchemistry.




Tutorial 2 1hr0minper wk.



Assessment


Exam 1 (100%) 2 hour written examination

Professor M Schroder

Dr J McMaster

Convenor

F13MER Molecular Energetics and Rates

Credits 10 Level 3

Target students Year 3: MSci Chemistry, MSci Chemistrywith a Research Year in Industry, MSc and BSc Chemistryand Molecular Physics Year 3 :Optional BSc ChemistryIncludes 'study abroad'

Semester Autumn

Prerequisite

Code Title

F12ERI Equilibria, Rates and Interfaces


Description This module examines the formulation anddevelopment of models for chemical reactivity andmacroscopic properties of matter founded upon statisticaltreatments of the microscopic molecular structure.






Assessment


Exam 1 (75%) 1.5 hour written examination

Coursework 1 (25%) Computer based exercise

Professor I Powis

Dr NA Besley

Convenor

F13MMM Molecular Modelling for Medicinal Chemists

Credits 5 Level 3

Target students Year 3: Compulsory for FC17, MSci FC1R

Semester Autumn

Description This module will provide an introduction tomolecular modelling with a focus on applications in thepharmaceutical arena. The module will cover topics suchas computer simulation: calculating thermodynamicproperties, energy minimisation, conformational analysismolecular dynamics simulations and Monte Carlosimulations, based on empirical force fields. Molecularmodelling techniques in drug discovery will be discussed,including pharmacophores, molecular docking,structure-based methods to identify lead compounds, denovo ligand design, molecular similarity and quantitativestructure-activity relationships.





Assessment


Exam 1 (60%) Written Examination

Coursework 1 (40%) Weekly Coursework Sheets

Professor JD HirstConvenor

F13SSC Solid State Chemistry

Credits 10 Level 3

Target students Year 3: MSci Chemistry, Msci Chemistrywith a research year in industry, MSci Chemistry with anAssessed year in Industry. Optional : BSc Chemistry.

Semester Autumn

Description Relationship between structure and propertiesof solids. Structure of Solids: Common structural types(NaCl, CaF2 , TiO2, ZnS and CdI2), reciprocal lattice,Brillouin zones, non-stiochiometry, defects ElectronicStructure: Sommerfield model, Fermi energy, Femi-Diracdistribution, Electronic conductivity, Band Structure,Nearly free electron model, Tight binding model,Hybridization, Goodenough Theory. Classification of solidsin terms of Conductivity: Metals, Semi-metals,Semi-conductors, Insulators. Characterization: X-rayspectroscopies, photoelectric effect. Semi-conductors:intrinsic, extrinsic, optical properties, photoconductivity,junctions, devices, LEDs, solar cells etc. Tertiary materials:Perovskites and spinels, preparative methods and theirferroelectric and magnetic properties.






Assessment



Dr JJ TitmanConvenor

Level 4F14AIC Advanced Inorganic Chemistry

Credits 10 Level 4

Target students Year 4: Optional for MSci Chemistry, MSciChemistry with an International Study Year, MSciChemistry with an Assessed Year in Industry, MSciChemistry with a Research Year in Industry

Semester Autumn

Prerequisite Relevant first degree for PG students.

Code Title

F13CAT Catalysis

F13BMC Bioinorganic and Metal Coordination Chemistry

F13SSC Solid State Chemistry

Description This module builds on the previous years'modules on transition metal chemistry. Topics coveredinclude:- Electron transfer pathways; dynamics andenergies; biological systems; mixed valance compounds.Magnetism of mono- and poly-nuclear metallic systems;ferro- and antiferro- magnetism. Principles of molecularand supramolecular photochemistry. Applications ofinorganic photochemistry; probes for DNA, ion sensors,artificial photosynthesis, photocatalysis, photolithography,photodynamic therapy of cancer treatment.






Assessment



Professor MW GeorgeConvenor

F14CBE Chemical Biology and Enzymes

Credits 10 Level 4

Target students FC1R, CF71. Year 4 C721. Suitable for UGstudents only. Optional for C700.Includes 'study abroad'

Semester Autumn

Description The module will explore the general principlesof enzyme catalysis and develop an understanding ofmechanism through specific examples and applications inthe laboratory and in industry. The course will developmethods in biochemistry, molecular biology and chemicalapproaches to probing biomolecular interactions in cellularcontrol, in generating combinatorial libraries ofbiomolecules as new drugs and sensors, and methods ofmodifying the genetic code to use non-natural aminoacids, directed evolution of enzymes, and the use of arange of biophysical techniques. The applications of theseapproaches in drug-discovery and probing cellularprocesses will be addressed.





20 1-hour lectures (2 per week), 2 1-hour tutorials and 2seminars.Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment


Exam 1 (100%) short questions

Professor P SoultanasConvenor

F14CCH Computational Chemistry

Credits 10 Level 4

Target students Year 4: Compulsory for MSci Chemistrywith Computational Chemistry and Chemistry andMolecular Physics. Optional for Year 4 MSci Chemistry,MSci Chemistry with an Assessed Year in Industry, MSciChemistry with an International Study Year andpostgraduate MSc Chemistry and Entrepreneurshipstudents.There is a limit to the number of places on this module. Students arereminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School inadvance may be cancelled without notice.

Semester Autumn

Description Various aspects of practical computationalchemistry will be discussed in the lectures, including thevisualisation of molecules and the study of their structure,energy and dynamics using software packages to performquantum chemical and classical calculations. Students willlearn how to use this software in the workshops.






84 hours private studyActivities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment


Coursework 1 (33%)

Coursework 2 (33%)

Coursework 3 (34%)

Professor JD HirstConvenor

F14CPE Chemistry Research Project for IncomingErasmus Students

Credits 40 Level 4

Target students Incoming Erasmus students taking aproject for one semester only.Includes 'study abroad'

Semester Autumn

Description This module will give students the opportunityto undertake a research project in Chemistry. A widerange of projects will be available and students will beoffered a selection of research areas. All projects willrequire a review of relevant published work and theplanning and execution of a research topic under theguidance of two supervisors. Students will present theirfindings orally and in a written report.Method and frequency of Class:

Assessment


Coursework 1 (40%) Written Report (60 pages)

Viva voce (20%) Viva Voce at the end of the Project

Practical 2 (40%) Assessment of Experimental andTheoretical Work


F14OSB Contemporary Organic Synthesis and theConstruction of Bioactive Targets

Credits 10 Level 4

Target students Optional for Year 4: MSci Chemistry, MSciChemistry with Computational Chemistry, MSci Chemistrywith an International Study Year, MSci Chemistry with anAssessed Year in Industry. Optional for MSc Chemistrywith Entrepreneurship. Compulsory Year 4 MSci Medicinaland Biological Chemistry.

Semester Autumn

Prerequisite

Code Title

F13SRI Synthesis and Reactive Intermediates

Description The module will focus on the total synthesis ofa variety of architecturally complex bioactive naturalproduct targets with particular reference to the goals andachievements of contemporary target synthesis. There willbe particular emphasis on the use of modern syntheticmethodology, and organometallic reagent and reactions inparticular, to address problems such as chemoselectivity,regiocontrol and stereoselectivity. The module will focuson the application of new methodology for the rapid,efficient and highly selective construction of complextarget compounds.






Assessment



Professor B Lygo

Professor CJ Moody

Convenor

F14RP6 Chemistry Research Project for IncomingErasmus Students

Credits 60 Level 4

Target students Incoming Erasmus students taking aproject for one year only.Includes 'study abroad'

Semester Autumn

Description This module will give students the opportunityto undertake a research project in Chemistry. A widerange of projects will be available and students will beoffered a selection of research areas. All projects willrequire a review of relevant published work and theplanning and execution of a research topic under theguidance of two supervisors. Students will present theirfindings orally and in a written report.Method and frequency of Class:

Assessment


Coursework 1 (40%) Written Report (60 pages)


Practical 2 (40%) Assessment of Experimental andTheoretical Work


F14ST3 Special Topics in Chemistry 3

Credits 10 Level 4

Target students Year 4 Chemistry and Molecular Physics.Year 4 Chemistry. Year 4 CF71 and Year 3 FC1R, FC17must take Units A and B only.

Semester Autumn

Prerequisite Year 4 CF71 and Year 3 FC1R, FC17 musttake Units A and B only.

Code Title


Description Students select two out of the following10-lecture units: A. Biosynthesis. An understanding of theBiosynethetic pathways to the major famillies of secondarymetabolites (terpenes; polyketides), amino acids andnon-ribozomal peptides. B. Bio-Organic Mechanisms (astudy of the roles played by the major coenzymes found inmammals and physiological consequences of lack of agiven coenzyme explored); C. Chemistry for theEnvironment (the principles of green chemistry, scale-upin chemical industry, with case studies, cleanerpolymerisation, clean extraction, oxidation processesincluding supercritical water); D. Photon MoleculeInteractions - Exploiting the interaction of molecules withlight to probe structure and to initiate and probe molecularreaction and intramolecular dynamics in time, energy andspatial domains.











Students choose two units out of four units to beexamined in but can attend as many units as they want to.Units are Bio-organic Mechanisms, Chemistry for theEnvironment, Enzymes, Inorganic Materials andPhoton-Molecule Interactions.Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment



Professor NR ThomasConvenor

Spring Semester

Level 1F11CC2 Chemical Calculations 2

Credits 10 Level 1

Target students First Year F100, F101, F103, F104, F105,C720, C721, CF21, FC17, FC1R, C700.

Semester Spring

Prerequisite

Code Title

F11CC1 Chemical Calculations 1

Description 1.Trigonometry and calculation of molecularand solid state geometries. 2.Polar coordinates, illustratedby atomic wavefunctions. 3.Differentiation and integrationof functions, extending the material covered in F11CC1.4.Differential equations in chemical problems. 5.Complexnumbers and their use in quantum chemistry. 6.Vectors,vector algebra. 7.Matrices and determinants.






Assessment




Inclass Exam 1 (70%) In-class test


F11OMC Reactivity of Organic Molecules andCoordination Chemistry

Credits 10 Level 1

Target students First year students registered for degreesin Biochemistry and Biological Chemistry, BiomedicalMaterials Science and BiochemistryIncludes 'study abroad'

Semester Spring

Prerequisite

Code Title


Description • Reactivity of organic molecules: substitutionand elimination reactions and their stereo andregiochemical implications; reactivity of carbonylcompounds; • Molecular Bonding and Co-ordinationChemistry: valence bond and molecular orbital theory ofsmall molecules; introduction to transition metal chemistry(crystal field theory and electronic spectroscopy) andmetal co-ordination.






Assessment



Professor NR Champness

Dr J Dowden

Convenor

Level 2F12CL1 Core Laboratory Work Abroad

Credits 10 Level 2

Target students International Exchange students withrelevant experience.There is a limit to the number of places on this module. Students arereminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School inadvance may be cancelled without notice.

Includes 'study abroad'

Semester Spring

Description This module builds on the practical skillsacquired at the home institution and introducesexperiments across the range of chemistry, based onsecond year theory courses. Increasing use is made ofspectroscopic and other instrumental methods. Moredetailed laboratory reports require the use of libraryfacilities.Method and frequency of Class:

Assessment


Coursework 1 (100%) Written Reports of Practical Work

Dr A BertramConvenor

F12CLC Core Laboratory Work C

Credits 10 Level 2

Target students Second Year: FF31 and FFH1 andinternational exchange students with relevant experience.There is a limit to the number of places on this module. Students arereminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School inadvance may be cancelled without notice.


Semester Spring

Prerequisite

Code Title

F11ILW Introductory Laboratory Work

Description This module builds on practical, analytical andcommunication skills acquired in year 1, introducingexperiments based on appropriate second year theory. Anunderstanding of the art of designing new experiments isobtained.




Module commences in Week 8.Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment


Coursework 1 (100%) Written reports of each experimentperformed


F12ERI Equilibria, Rates and Interfaces

Credits 10 Level 2

Target students Year 2 MSci/BSc Chemistry, MSciChemistry with a Research Year in Industry, MSciChemistry with an International Study Year Abroad, MSciChemistry/Medicinal and Biological Chemistry with anAssessed Year in Industry, MSci /BSc Chemistry andMolecular Physics and MSci/BSc Medicinal and BiologicalChemistry . Optional MSci/BSc Biochemistry and BiologicalChemistry (Years 2 and 3)Includes 'study abroad'

Semester Spring

Prerequisite Students only need either F11EMM orF11ERS.

Code Title

F11EMM Energy and Motion in Molecules

F11ERS Chemical Equilibria, Rate Processes andSpectroscopy

Description This module builds upon the principles ofthermodynamics and kinetics developed in the qualifyingyear with applications to: - gaseous and liquid bulk phases- liquid/gas and solid/gas interfaces - electrochemical cells





Assessment



Coursework 1 (15%) 1 of 3 workshops will include anassessed component worth 15%

Dr D A WalshConvenor

F12PAC Principles of Analytical Chemistry

Credits 10 Level 2

Target students Optional for: Year 2 F100/F101, Year 2FFh1, FF31. Years 2 and 3 FN12, C720, C721 and Year 4FC17, FC1R, CF71.Includes 'study abroad'

Semester Spring

Description The module introduces the basic ideas ofanalytical chemistry, outlining general types of analyticalproblem, the main types of instrumentation used forseparation and detection of analytes, and statisticaltreatment of analytical results. All principles will beillustrated by relevant recent examples from the literature.






Assessment


Exam 1 (100%) written examination


Level 3

F13ALC Advanced Laboratory Techniques (CMP)

Please see full module record in the listing.

F13CAT Catalysis

Credits 10 Level 3

Target students Compulsory: Year 3 MSci Chemistry, MSciChemistry with a Research Year in Industry Optional BScChemistry.Includes 'study abroad'

Semester Spring

Description This module increases the student'sknowledge and understanding of (a) heterogeneous andhomogeneous catalysis (b) catalyst promotion and theconcept of catalytic cycles. The physical basis of thestructure-property relationships of heterogeneouscatalysts is explained and the link between variousorgano-transition metal complexes and homogenouscatalysis is explored. Comparisons between homogeneousand heterogeneous catalysis are highlighted. A review ofthe 18- and 16- electron rules and fundamentalmetal-centred bond-forming and bond-breaking reactionsis undertaken and applied to several catalytic cycles. Theinfluence of catalyst design in homogeneous catalysts,with respect to choice of metal ion and ligands, isdiscussed relating to product selectivity, in particularchirality.






Assessment



Professor SM Howdle

Professor R Mokaya

Dr D Irvine

Convenor

Level 4

F14CPE Chemistry Research Project for IncomingErasmus Students

Please see full module record in the Autumn Semester listing.

F14CPO Chemistry Research Project (Overseas)

Credits 80 Level 4

Target students Year 4 MSci Chemistry. There a limitednumber of places on this module. Students are remindedthat enrolments which are not agreed by the OfferingSchool in advance may be cancelled without notice.There is a limit to the number of places on this module. Students arereminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School inadvance may be cancelled without notice.


Semester Spring

Prerequisite

Code Title

F13ALA Advanced Laboratory Techniques (A)

Description This module will give students the opportunityto undertake a research project in chemistry at auniversity in continental Europe or at an industrial partnerin the United Kingdom as arranged by the School ofChemistry. All projects will require a review of relevantpublished work and the planning and execution of researchunder the guidance of two supervisors, at leasst one ofwhom is based in the School of Chemistry. Students willpresent their findings orally and in the form of a writtenreport. Students will have a supervisor at their place ofstudy and will report weekly to their supervisor inNottingham by e-mail or fax. There will be no formal classstructure during the period of the research project.Appropriate research training may be undertaken asagreed by the supervisors.Method and frequency of Class:

Autumn Semester : 60 hours library work and 25 hoursreport writing. Spring Semester: Approximate breakdownof hours would be; research training and laboratory ortheoretical research work - 285 hours; library work - 40hours; report writing - 40 hours; preparation andpresentation of talk 10 hoursAssessment


Coursework 1 (15%) Literature Project

Practical (20%) Engagement

Oral (15%) Oral Presentation

Viva voce (15%) Viva

Coursework 2 (35%) Written Report


F14MPP CMP Research Project in ContinentalEurope

Credits 60 Level 4

Target students 4th year MSci Chemistry and MolecularPhysics students.There is a limit to the number of places on this module. Students arereminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School inadvance may be cancelled without notice.

Semester Spring

Prerequisite

Description This module will give students the opportunityto undertake a research project in Chemistry andMolecular Physics at a University in Continental Europe. Arange of projects will be available. All projects will requirea review of relevant published work and the planning andexecution of research under the guidance of twosupervisors. Students will present their findings orally andin a written report. Students will have a supervisor at theirplace of study and will report weekly to their supervisor inNottingham by e-mail or fax.Method and frequency of Class:

No formal class structure.Appropriate research trainingmay be undertaken as agreed by the supervisors, andtaken into account in the assessment. Approximatebreakdown of hours would be; research training andlaboratory/theoretical research work - 385 hours; librarywork - 40 hours; report writing - 40 hours; preparationand presentation of talk 10 hoursAssessment


Coursework 1 (70%) Written Report

Viva voce (15%) Viva Voce

Coursework 2 (15%) Oral presentation


F14RP6 Chemistry Research Project for IncomingErasmus Students

Please see full module record in the Autumn Semester listing.

Full Year

Level 1F11ERS Chemical Equilibria, Rate Processes and

SpectroscopyCredits 10 Level 1

Target students First year students registered for degreesin FGC0, GFCO, C700, CC47 and Biomedical MaterialsScience.

Semester Full Year

Description The electromagnetic spectrum, quantisation ofelectromagnetic radiation, energy levels. Units andconversion factors. Nuclear spin energy levels and theZeeman effect. Chemical shift. 13C NMR spectra of simpleorganic molecules. Harmonic oscillator and diatomicmolecular vibrations. Vibrational modes. Examples of theuse of IR spectra to identify functional groups inpolyatomic molecules. An introduction to electronicspectra. Examples of simple UV spectra. Ideal gases.System and surroundings. Work, heat and the first law ofthermodynamics. Internal energy and state functions.Enthalpy, Hess's law, Kirchoff's law. Entropy and thesecond and third laws of thermodynamics. Gibbs energyand the equilibrium constant. Ideal solutions, deviationsfrom ideality. Activity, activity coefficients, ionic solutions.Colligative properties, osmotic pressure. Notation inelectrochemistry, electrochemical cells. Nernst equation.Different types of electrodes and cell diagrams. Rates ofreactions, order of reaction. Integrated rate equations.Lindemann mechanism, steady state approximation. TheArrhenius equation. Enzyme kinetics.






Assessment



Coursework 1 (12%) Problem sheet

Coursework 2 (8%) 4 Workshops



Credits 30 Level 1

Target students Year 1: F100, F101, F103, F104, F105,FC17, FC1R, CF71, FFH1, FF31, C720, C721Includes 'study abroad'

Semester Full Year

Description Basis of atomic structure: quantum numbers,energy levels, wavefunctions, atomic orbitals, Pauliexclusion principle. Basis of molecular structure:Lewisstructures, valence bond and molecular orbital.approaches, hybridisation, functional groups, andnomenclature. Shapes of molecules Introduction tomolecular symmetry and stereochemistry. Introduction tospectroscopy, with particular reference to infrared,visible/ultra-violet and nuclear magnetic resonancespectroscopies. Applications to problems of interest in allareas of chemistry Shapes and electronic properties oforganic molecules Classification of reactions and reactioncomponents Reaction mechanisms, ‘curly arrows’Nucleophilic substitution, elimination Reactions of alkenesand alkynes. Periodic trends in atomic and elementalproperties. Ionic compound formation; standard enthalpiesof formation, lattice energies, oxidation states, inert pairand alternation effects.Covalent bond formation; bondenthalpies, oxidation states, promotion energies,electronegativities, octet rule. Energetics, characterisationmethods, crystallography, diffraction, common crystalstructures, electrical & optical behaviour. The behaviour ofgases, the gas laws and kinetic theory of gases energy,enthalpy, entropy and chemical thermodynamics,thequantitative description of the rates of chemical reactions.Method and frequency of Class:

Teaching should start in week 2 and should run evenlythroughout the year.Assessment


Exam 1 (45%) Written examination - SpringSemester


Exam 2 (40%) Written examination - SpringSemester

Inclass Exam 1 (10%) Inclass test - 1 hour

Dr N OldhamConvenor


Credits 20 Level 1

Target students First year students registered for degreesin F100, F101, F103, F104, F105, FC17, FC1R, CF71,C721, C720Includes 'study abroad'

Semester Full Year

Co-requisite

Code TitleF11FC1 Foundation Chemistry 1

Description This module will include an introduction to thefollowing topics: • Ligands and how they coordinate tometal centres • Bonding in transition metal complexes •Crystal field theory • Geometries of complexes andisomersim • Properties of octahedral, tetrahedral andsquare planar complexes • Magnetism • Trends in theproperties of d-block element complexes It also continuesthe treatment of basic organic chemistry begun in moduleF11FC1 and covers the following: • Core carbonylchemistry: reactions and mechanisms • Chemistry ofcarboxylic acid derivatives: reactions and mechanisms •Functional group interconversions including redoxchemistry • Synthesis using functional groupinterconversions and carbonyl chemistryMethod and frequency of Class:

Teaching should start in week 5. 2 lectures of one hour perweek throughout the year.Assessment


Exam 1 (100%) Writen Examination

Dr R DentonConvenor

F11FIC Frontiers in Chemistry

Credits 10 Level 1

Target students Years 1 and 2F100/F101/F103/F104/F105.

Semester Full Year

Description This module aims to introduce some selectedtopics at the forefront of current research and to introducein outline fundamental chemical concepts that underpinthese efforts. Topics includeNanochemistry and its Applications (Sensors, Biomedical,Optronics)Energy Generation and Storage TechnologiesChemistry in the Digital Age – modellingchemical/biological activityFemtochemistry – following chemical reaction withultrafast lasersChemistry of Ions – Analytical Mass spectrometry toAstrochemistryAdvanced Photon Sources – IR to X-Ray Molecular probes






Assessment


Exam 1 (90%) Multiple choice paper

Inclass Exam 1 (10%) Mid-Sessional Test

Professor I PowisConvenor

F11FLW Foundation Laboratory Work

Credits 20 Level 1

Target students First Year: F100, F101, F103, F104, F105,FC1R, FC17. International exchange students with relevantexperience.There is a limit to the number of places on this module. Students arereminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School inadvance may be cancelled without notice.


Semester Full Year

Description This module introduces the essentiallaboratory skills, both qualitative and quantitative, whichare required in inorganic, organic and physical chemistry,by means of experiments which illustrate the theorycovered in the first year chemistry modules. As well asperforming experiments and collecting and analysingappropriate data, students will be required to producewritten reports of their experimental work.





Two 4-hour laboratory periods per week for 15 weeks andapproximately 40 hours of report writing.Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment


Report (100%) written reports of practical work


F11FPC Foundation Physics for Chemists

Credits 10 Level 1

Target students This module is intended for first yearstudents in one of the Chemistry Degree Courses (F100,F101, F103, F104, F105). It is compulsory for studentswithout a recent pass in A-Level Physics with grade C orabove or equivalent.Includes 'study abroad'

Semester Full Year

Description Units and dimensional analysis. Vectors andScalars. Newton's Laws. Linear and Circular Motion.Momentum, work and energy. Conservation Laws.Intermolecular Forces. Coulomb's Law. Electric andMagnetic Fields. Vibrations and Waves. Simple HarmonicMotion. Interference and Diffraction.






Private Study 82 hoursActivities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment


Coursework 1 (10%) Problem sheets




Inclass Exam 1 (30%) One hour exam

Inclass Exam 2 (30%) one hour exam

Professor KL Reid

Dr R R Wright

Convenor

F11GCP Introduction to Green Chemistry andProcessing

Credits 10 Level 1

Target students Year 1 compulsory for MSci/ BSc GreenChemistry and Process Engineering Students. Optional forBSc/MSci Chemistry, MSci Chemistry with a Research Yearin Industry and MSci Chemistry with an InternationalStudy Year. Optional for Biochemistry and BiologicalChemistry (Years 2 and 3)

Semester Full Year

Description This module is concerned with GreenChemistry in its braodest sense and provides anintroduction covering fundamental concepts of GreenChemistry and chemical applications. This module runsalongside the more specialised modules taken by thestudents on this course within the School of Chemistry andSCHEME. This is a "Commentary" module that is designedto put into a Green context the information received viathe rest of the course. Extensive use will be made of casestudies and structured examples.






18 hours lectures,1 one hour seminars. 2 one hourworkshopsActivities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment



Dr E Lester

Dr P Licence

Dr T Drage

Convenor


Credits 10 Level 1

Target students First year: C700, C720, C721, FF31,FFH1, BJ85, FGC0 & GFC0.There is a limit to the number of places on this module. Students arereminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School inadvance may be cancelled without notice.


Semester Full Year

Description This module introduces the essentialqualitative and quantitative laboratory skills which arerequired in Inorganic, Organic and Physical chemistry bymeans of experiments which illustrate the theory coveredin the first year chemistry modules. As well as performingexperiments and collecting and using appropriate data,students will be required to produce written reports oftheir experimental work.





One 4-hour laboratory period per week for 15 weeks andapproximately 18 hours of report writingActivities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment


Laboratory (100%) written reports of practical work


F11MCW Molecules that Changed the World

Credits 10 Level 1

Target students First Year Students registered for degreesin Chemistry, Natural Sciences, Biochemistry, Biochemistryand Biological Chemistry, Biomedical Materials Science,Mathematical and Physical Sciences.

Semester Full Year

Co-requisite

Code TitleF11FC1 Foundation Chemistry 1

Description The aim of the course is to introduce thestudents to selected molecules that have had significantimpact on humankind, including medicines, drugs, poisonsand materials. This will be taught in historical context,placing significant importance on how and why thesemolecules made such an impact on society. We will discusshow unique chemical names came about, thepeople/cultures involved and the key discoveries/eventsleading to the current (or past) significance of thesemolecules in the world.





Assessment


Coursework 1 (50%) Poster

Coursework 2 (25%) In-class Test.

Coursework 3 (25%) Essay

Dr J MosesConvenor

Level 2F12CLB Core Laboratory Work B

Credits 25 Level 2

Target students Second Year students taking FC1R, FC17& CF71.There is a limit to the number of places on this module. Students arereminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School inadvance may be cancelled without notice.


Semester Full Year

Prerequisite

Code Title


Description This module builds on the practical andanalytical skills acquired in the first year. Experiments areintroduced across the whole range of chemistry includingpharmaceutical and biological chemistry. Practicals will bebased on material covered in second year theory modules.Increasing use is made of spectroscopic and otherinstrumental methods. More detailed laboratory reportsrequire library work.






Assessment


Coursework 1 (80%) Written reports of practical work inorganic, inorganic & physical

chemistry.

Coursework 2 (20%) Written reports of practical work inpharmaceutical & biological

chemistry

Dr A Bertram

Dr L Dekker

Convenor

F12CLJ Core Laboratory Work J

Credits 20 Level 2

Target students 2nd Year students taking FN12, C721 &C720.There is a limit to the number of places on this module. Students arereminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School inadvance may be cancelled without notice.


Semester Full Year

Prerequisite

Code Title


Description This module builds on the practical, analyticaland communication skills acquired in the first year andintroduces experiments across the whole range ofchemistry, based on the content of second-year theorymodules. Increasing use is made of spectroscopic andother instrumental methods and more detailed laboratoryreports require library work.





Assessment


Report (100%) Written reports for experimentsperformed


F12CLN Core Laboratory Work N

Credits 20 Level 2

Target students Yr 2 FGCO and GFCO

There is a limit to the number of places on this module. Students arereminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School inadvance may be cancelled without notice.


Semester Full Year

Prerequisite

Code Title


Description This module builds on the practical andanalytical skills acquired in the first year. Experiments areintroduced across the whole range of chemistry. Practicalswill be based on material covered in second year theorymodules. Increasing use is made of spectroscopic andother instrumental methods. More detailed laboratoryreports require library work.Method and frequency of Class:

Assessment


Coursework 1 (100%) Written reports of practical work inOrganic, Inorganic and Physical

chemistry


F12CLW Core Laboratory Work A

Credits 30 Level 2

Target students Year Two: F100, F101, F103, F104, F105.International exchange students with relevant experience.There is a limit to the number of places on this module. Students arereminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School inadvance may be cancelled without notice.


Semester Full Year

Prerequisite

Code Title


Description This module builds on the practical, analyticaland communication skills acquired in the first year andintroduces experiments across the range of chemistry,based on second year theory courses. Increasing use ismade of spectroscopic and other instrumental methods.More detailed laboratory reports require the use of libraryfacilities.





Assessment


Coursework 1 (100%) Written Reports of Practical Work


F12CSP Chemical Software and Programming

Credits 10 Level 2

Target students Compulsory for second year studentsregistered for Degree courses in Chemistry and MolecularPhysics. Optional for MSci Chemistry, MSci with anInternational Study Year, MSci with a Research Year inIndustry, MSci Chemistry with an Assessed Year inIndustry and BSc Chemistry Degree courses.There is a limit to the number of places on this module. Students arereminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School inadvance may be cancelled without notice.


Semester Full Year

Co-requisite

Code TitleF12QCS Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy

Description Module explores use of modern software toaddress topics of a chemical nature. The symboliccomputational programme Maple will be applied toexamine and solve various aspects of quantum mechanics;numerical programming skills and methods will beintroduced using a procedural programming language.




80 hours private studyActivities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment


Coursework 1 (50%) 4 short problem solving exercises ofequal weighting

Coursework 2 (50%) 4 short progamming exercises ofequal weighting

Dr J McCombieConvenor

F12GIN General Inorganic Chemistry

Credits 20 Level 2

Target students Year 2: MSci and BSc Chemistry, MSciChemistry with a Research Year in Industry, MSciChemistry with an Assessed Year in Industry, MSciChemistry with an International Study Year, MSci and BScMedicinal and Biological Chemistry, MSci Medicinal andBiological Chemistry with an Assessed Year in Industry.Includes 'study abroad'

Semester Full Year

Prerequisite

Code Title


Description Organometallic nomenclature and principalreaction types. Synthesis of compounds with metal-carbonbonds, and their bonding and reactivity. Main GroupChemistry including the reactions of main group elementsand their components. The use of symmetry and GroupTheory to provide a description of bonding in molecules,and to fully analyse vibrational spectroscopic data. Trendsin the chemical properties within a group and across aperiod. Selected recent highlights in inorganic chemistry.The use of multinuclear NMR spectroscopy as a tool for thecharacterisation of molecules.








Assessment


Exam 1 (100%) 3 hour examination

Dr D L KaysConvenor

F12INC Inorganic Chemistry

Credits 10 Level 2

Target students Year 2: MSci and BSc Biochemistry andBiological Chemistry, MSci and BSc Natural Sciences.Includes 'study abroad'

Semester Full Year

Prerequisite

Code Title



Description The use of symmetry and Group Theory tofully analyse vibrational spectroscopic data. The use ofmultinuclear NMR spectroscopy as a tool for thecharacterisation of molecules. Organometallicnomenclature and principal reaction types.








Assessment


Exam 1 (100%) 1 hour Examination

Dr D L KaysConvenor

F12LCS Literature & Communication Skills

Credits 10 Level 2

Target students Year 2: MSci & BSc Chemistry, MSciChemistry with a Research Year in Industry, MSciChemistry with an International Study Year and MSciChemistry with an Assessed Year in Industry.Includes 'study abroad'

Semester Full Year

Prerequisite Year 1 MSci/BSc Chemistry core modules

Code Title



Description To introduce students to methods ofaccessing, assessing and critically appraising the chemicalliterature, and via oral and written presentations, todevelop their communication and team working skills.




Module lasts for 6 weeks. Regular timetabled meetings inWeeks 2 - 6 with LCS tutor and DemonstratorActivities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment


Coursework 1 (60%) Group Written Report 1000 words

Coursework 2 (20%) Individual written abstract

Coursework 3 (20%) Oral presentation and questions

Professor R Mokaya

Dr J Moses

Convenor

F12NGS NMR Spectroscopy, Group Theory ands-Block Chemistry

Credits 10 Level 2

Target students Year 2: FF31, FFH1, FGCO, GFCO


Semester Full Year

Prerequisite Students should have taken F11FC1 orF11MSB and F11OMC

Code Title




Description The use of symmetry and Group Theory toprovide a description of bonding in molecules, and to fullyanalyse vibrational spectroscopic data. Trends in thechemical properties in the s block. The use of multinuclearNMR spectroscopy as a tool for the characterisation ofmolecules.Method and frequency of Class:

Assessment


Exam 1 (100%) 1.5 hour written examination

Dr D L KaysConvenor

F12SAS Synthesis & Spectroscopy

Credits 20 Level 2

Target students Year 2: Compulsory for F101, F105, F104,FC17, FC1R, CF71,FN12.Includes 'study abroad'

Semester Full Year

Prerequisite Students taking F12AAS may not take thismodule.

Code Title



Description





Assessment


Exam 1 (80%) Written Examination Paper

Coursework 1 (20%) 2 Coursework Sheets

Dr J DowdenConvenor

Level 3F13ALA Advanced Laboratory Techniques (A)

Credits 40 Level 3

Target students Year 3:F100, F101 & F104.



Semester Full Year

Prerequisite

Code Title


Description This module introduces advancedexperimental chemistry. Students will gain furtherexperience in the princlipes upon which modernexperimental methodology is based including chemicalsynthesis, obtaining and interpreting physical data, andreport writing.




Students attend 12 hours of laboratories for 15 weeks andundertake private study as required.Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment


Laboratory (100%) Written reports for experimentsperformed.


F13ALB Advanced Laboratory Techniques (B)

Credits 20 Level 3

Target students Third Year MSci/BSc Biochemistry andBiological Chemistry, third year MSci/BSc Medicinal andBiological students & third year Chemistry andManagement Students.There is a limit to the number of places on this module. Students arereminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School inadvance may be cancelled without notice.


Semester Full Year

Prerequisite

Code Title

F12CLJ Core Laboratory Work J

F12CLB Core Laboratory Work B

Description This module introduces advancedexperimental techniques appropriate to the study of thechemistry covered in third year theory modules inInorganic and Organic Chemistry. Students will gainfurther experience in: the principles upon which modernexperimental methodology is based, chemical synthesis,obtaining and interpreting physical data and reportwriting.




Laboratory classes: 12 hours per week for 10 weeks.Breakdown of hours: laboratory work - 120 hours +private study as required.Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment


Laboratory (100%) Written reports for experimentsperformed.


F13ALN Advanced Laboratory Techniques N

Credits 10 Level 3

Target students Year 2 FGCO & GFC0

Semester Full Year

Prerequisite

Code Title

F12CLN Core Laboratory Work N

Description This module introduces advancedexperimental chemistry. Students will gain furtherexperience in the principles upon which modernexperimental methodology is based including chemicalsynthesis, obtaining and interpreting physical data, andreport writing. In order to pass the laboratory module,students must attend a minimum of 80 % of eachscheduled laboratory period. Failure in the laboratorymodule cannot be compensated by other modules and canonly be redeemed by retaking the whole of the module inthe course of another academic session withoutprogression. This strict policy is in place so that studentswho proceed to Year 4 have an acceptable level oflaboratory experience, taking into account both practicalachievement and the safety of themselves, fellow studentsand staff. If a student has extenuating circumstanceswhich results in their attendance falling below 80% theSchool will make a judgement of whether or not thestudent has sufficient experience to progress, each casewill be considered individually and will be based on safetygrounds, and the skills acquired by the student.Method and frequency of Class:

Laboratory Classed for 5 hours per week for 10 weeks.Assessment


Laboratory (100%) Written reports for experimentsperformed


F13CLC Chemistry and Molecular Physics Literatureand Communication Skills

Credits 10 Level 3

Target students Only Available to Year 3 Chemistry andMolecular Physics Students

Semester Full Year

Description 1. Literature Skills Students undertake areview of the literature on a selected topic in the area ofchemistry & molecular physics and present their work inthe form of a written report. 2. Communications SkillsStudents learn communication skills in a small groupenvironment, including oral presentations and writing forthe general public.




Assessment


Report (50%)

Assignment (25%)

Presentation 1 (25%)


F13DLR Year in Industry Research Project

Credits 90 Level 3

Target students Year 3 MSci Chemistry with an AssessedYear in IndustryThere is a limit to the number of places on this module. Students arereminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School inadvance may be cancelled without notice.

Semester Full Year

Description This module will give students the opportunityto undertake a Chemistry research project in Industry. Awide range of projects will be available and students willselect their industrial placement and hence the projectarea. All projects will require a review of relevantpublished work and the planning and execution of aresearch topic under the guidance of two supervisors. Themain supervisor will be their industrial contact and thesecond supervisor will be their academic contact atNottingham while they are working in Industry. Studentswill present their findings orally and in a written report.Method and frequency of Class:

Students will be in frequent contact with their placementsupervisor by e-mail during their year outAssessment


Coursework 1 (40%) Assessment of experimental andtheoretical work

Viva voce (15%) 30 minute viva voce

Coursework 2 (35%) Report of 8000 words approx

Presentation 1 (10%) 20 minute presentation

Professor MW GeorgeConvenor

F13GSK Drug discovery: the development of newmedicines

Credits 10 Level 3

Target students Third year students on the followingcourses: F101, FC1R,There is a limit to the number of places on this module. Students arereminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School inadvance may be cancelled without notice.

Semester Full Year

Prerequisite An overall mark of 60% (or more) at the endof second year

Code Title

F12SSS Synthesis, Stereochemistry and Spectroscopy

Co-requisite

Code TitleF13ALA Advanced Laboratory Techniques (A)


Description This module explores the vital role ofchemistry in drug discovery. This will involve a discussionof the way chemical structure influences molecularproperties (hydrogen bonding, polarity, solubility,lipophilicity), hence the biological activity,pharmacokinetics and toxicity of drugs. Many examplesfrom case histories of successful medicines will be used toillustrate the underlying chemical principles. The module istaught in the form of nine interactive workshops byexperienced medicinal chemists from GlaxoSmithKline anduniversity staff. The first five workshops cover theprinciples of drug design (physicochemical andpharmaceutical properties, drug metabolism,pharmacology, structure-based design and a summary ofdrug development). In the second half of the course, thestudents will plan and report on a real drug discoveryproject. Working in teams, the aim will be to take a lowpotency, poor solubility lead compound and improve theseproperties through rational design to a point where thecompound is suitable for progression to studies invivo.Finally, in an innovative development, the studentshave the opportunity to put their ideas into practice.Hence, as part of their normal laboratory course (moduleF13ALA), in the usual 5-week organic chemistry rotation,they will prepare the compounds that they have designed,study their properties, and submit them for biologicalevaluation.Method and frequency of Class:

Assessment


Exam 1 (60%) Multiple choice exam January

Coursework 1 (40%) Project proposal

Professor CJ Moody

Dr M J Fray

Convenor

F13MPL MSci Advanced Laboratory & LiteratureProject

Credits 20 Level 3

Target students MSci Biochemistry & Biological Chemistry


Semester Full Year

Prerequisite

Code Title

F12CLB Core Laboratory Work B

Description This module introduces advancedexperimental techniques appropriate to the study of thechemistry covered in third year M.Sci theory modules inInorganic and Organic Chemistry. Students will conduct agroup exercise to investigate a specific area of chemistryusing the scientific literature, they will gain furtherexperience in: the principles upon which modernexperimental methodology is based, chemical synthesis,obtaining and interpreting physical data, and reportwriting.





Assessment


Oral (8%) Group presentation with individualmembers doing 5 minutes each

Laboratory (67%) Practical experiments in inorganicand organic chemistry

Report (25%) 5000 words


F13PSC Professional Skills for Chemists

Credits 10 Level 3

Target students Year 3 F100, F101 and F104


Semester Full Year

Prerequisite

Code Title



Description In this module, students will learn how tosearch the primary chemical literature using modernbibliographic software. Students will develop their writtenand oral presentation skills through small-group tutorialsand by preparing comprehensive literature surveys anddelivering oral presentations on modern research topics.








Assessment


Coursework 1 (60%) 1000 word literature survey

Coursework 2 (40%) Oral Presentations



Credits 20 Level 3

Target students Year 3: Compulsory MSci Chemistry,MSciChemistry with a Research Year in Industry, MSci and BScMedicinal and Biological Chemistry and BSc Chemistry andManagement Studies. Optional BSc ChemistryIncludes 'study abroad'

Semester Full Year

Prerequisite Second year organic Chemistry

Code Title

F12SSS Synthesis, Stereochemistry and Spectroscopy

Description Overview of reactivity principles. Synthesis oforganometallics (mainly organolithiums) via metal-halogenexchange, metallation etc., including special methods ofunsaturated types (Shapiro reaction, ortho-metallation)and heterosubstituted systems. Connective C=C bondformation, including Julia and Peterson olefinations(synthesis examples) and use of sulfur ylides forepoxidation and cyclopropanation. Cuprate chemistry,centred on conjugate addition-electrophilic quenchsequences (regiospecfic enolates), but also includingcarbocupration and substitution. Target examples includedthroughout, with an emphasis on retrosynthetic analysis.Palladium catalysis in organis synthesis - Tsuji-Trostpi-allyl chemistry, Heck and Stille reaction, Suzuki andSonagashira coupling, etc, with synthesis examplesSelectivity issues in organic synthesis - protecting groupsrevisited, synthesis of amino acids and peptides. Revisionof ideas of conformation and reactivity of C=O systems,including Felkin-Anh model and introduction to chelationcontrol. Diastereocontrol in varied reactions of cyclic andacyclic systems, including enolate alkyaltion and aldol,additions of nucleophiles, least hindered attack on cyclicsystems, setting up 1,2- and 1,3-difunctionalised systems(e.g. from epoxide opening and C=O reductions), directedreactions - epoxidation, hydrogention, etc.








Assessment



Coursework 1 (10%) Mid-Course Test

Coursework 2 (20%) Two Assessed Tutorials

Dr CJ HayesConvenor

F13SYN Natural Sciences Synoptic Module

Credits 20 Level 3

Target students Year 3 BSc/MSci Natural Sciences

Semester Full Year

Description The Natural Sciences programme is by natureinterdisciplinary but is mostly taught via specializedmodules delivered by individual Schools with littleexploration of the interfaces between the sciences. Thismodule gives students the opportunity to combineknowledge and skills acquired in the two subjects of theirpathway while carrying out a (number of) interdisciplinarypiece(s) of work. In addition, this module will providestudents with an opportunity to learn and to demonstratetransferable skills, such as problem solving, data analysis,modeling, literature searching and communication. Themodule will involve three types of synoptic activity: 1.Communication Skills. Students undertake a task designedto develop their communication skills, usually a talk aimedat a general audience. 2. Data Analysis and Modelling.Students carry out a modelling or data analysis exercise.3. Literature Report. Students write a review of thescientific literature in an area which spans the two subjectswhich make up their pathway. The content of the activitieswill be chosen with regard to the student’s pathwaythrough the Natural Sciences programme. Note that thebalance between these three activities will vary frompathway to pathway.




Combination of workshops and tutorials to support projectwork totalling 1 hour per week. Most of these activities willbe timetabled locally.Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment


Project 1 (20%)

Project 2 (80%)


F13UAS Communicating Chemistry

Credits 10 Level 3

Target students Year 3 F100, F101, F103, F104, F105.Limited Places. Approval needed.There is a limit to the number of places on this module. Students arereminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School inadvance may be cancelled without notice.

Semester Full Year

Co-requisite

Code TitleF13ALA Advanced Laboratory Techniques (A)

Description This module consists of some preparatorywork early in Semester 1 followed by a single session of 5weeks duration in which time is spent in schools inSemester 1 followed by an assessment period in Semester2. • Students will spend 6-8 hours per week in theclassroom over a period of around five weeks working withone teacher but probably a range of different classes. •Before entering the classroom, the student will receivetraining and in-depth materials to focus learning and toprepare for working in a school. • The students will berequired keep a journal of what is done, provide a lessonpack and give a presentation on their experiences, all ofwhich form part of the assessment for this module.



Placement 1 4hr0minper wk.


Each student will work with one class for a half day everyweek for about 10 weeks. Students will spend a minimumof 9 half-day working sessions in a placement in a schoolduring the year, It is also expected that students willspend on average 3 hours each week for 10 weeks of theyear maintaining a record of their classroom role,preparing lessons and completing assignments.Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment


Coursework 1 (50%) Log Book/Diary

Coursework 2 (30%) Lesson Pack

Oral Exam (20%) Oral Presentation

Dr J McCombieConvenor

Level 4F14CPA Chemistry Research Project

Credits 70 Level 4

Target students Fourth year MSci Chemistry students only

Semester Full Year

Prerequisite

Code Title


F13ALA Advanced Laboratory Techniques (A)

Description This module will give students the opportunityto undertake a research project in Chemistry. A widerange of projects will be available and students will beoffered a selection of research areas. All projects willrequire a review of relevant published work and theplanning and execution of a research topic under theguidance of two supervisors. Students will present theirfindings orally and in a written report. Medicinal andBiological Chemistry students (FC1R) must choose projectswith significant medicinal and biological chemistry contentfor accreditation purposes.Method and frequency of Class:

Students spend approximately 12 in Laboratory for thefirst semester and 21 hours per week in the secondsemester. 50 hours library work, 50 hours report writingAssessment


Coursework 1 (50%) 60 Page Written Report

Practical (10%) Assessment of experimental andTheoretical Work in Semester 1


Presentation 1 (20%) 15 minute Oral Presentation

Professor RG Jones

Professor NR Thomas

Professor NR Champness

Dr CJ Hayes

Convenor

F14CPB Research Project

Credits 60 Level 4

Target students 4th Year MSci Biochemistry and BiologicalChemistry and MBC

Semester Full Year

Prerequisite

Code Title

F13ALB Advanced Laboratory Techniques (B)

Description This module will give students the opportunityto undertake a research project. A range of projects inBiochemistry and Biological Chemistry will be available ,and students will be offered a selection of research areas.All projects will require a review of relevant published workand the planning and execution of a research topic underthe guidance of two supervisors. Students will presenttheir findings orally and in a written report.Method and frequency of Class:

12-hours per week over the year.Assessment


Coursework 1 (35%) Written report.

Practical (40%) Continuous assessment of laboratorywork.

Oral (10%) Talk.

Viva voce (15%)

Professor NR ThomasConvenor

F14CPC CMP Research Project

Credits 50 Level 4

Target students 4th year MSci Chemistry and MolecularPhysics students. Availability restricted by practical,computational and staff resources.There is a limit to the number of places on this module. Students arereminded that enrolments which are not agreed by the Offering School inadvance may be cancelled without notice.


Semester Full Year

Description This module will give students the opportunityto undertake a research project in Chemistry andMolecular Physics. A range of projects will be available. Allprojects will require a review of relevant published workand the planning and execution of research under theguidance of two supervisors. Students will present theirfindings orally and in a written report.




There is no formal class structure for this module.Appropriate research training may be undertaken asagreed by the supervisors, and taken into account in theassessment. Breakdown of hours: research requirementswill vary but an approximate breakdown of time would be;research training and laboratory/theoretical research work- 240 hours; library work - 25 hours; report writing - 25hours.Activities may take place every teaching week of the Semester or only inspecified weeks. It is usually specified above if an activity only takesplace in some weeks of a Semester

Assessment


Coursework 1 (50%) Continuous assessment of researchwork & training.

Oral (15%)

Coursework 2 (35%) Written report.

Professor PJ SarreConvenor

Index by code

F11CC1

F11CC2

F11CSS

F11ERS

F11FC1

F11FC2

F11FIC

F11FLW

F11FPC

F11GCP

F11ILW

F11MCW

F11MSB

F11OMC

F12AAS

F12ATC

F12CL1

F12CLB

F12CLC

F12CLJ

F12CLN

F12CLW

F12CSP

F12ERI

F12GIN

F12INC

F12LCS

F12NGS

F12PAC

F12QCS

F12SAS

F12SPS

F13ALA

F13ALB

F13ALC

F13ALN

F13BMC

F13CAT

F13CLC

F13DLR

F13GSK

F13MER

F13MMM

F13MPL

F13PSC

F13SRI

F13SSC

F13SYN

F13UAS

F14AIC

F14CBE

F14CCH

F14CPA

F14CPB

F14CPC

F14CPE

F14CPE

F14CPO

F14MPP

F14OSB

F14RP6

F14RP6

F14ST3

Index by title

Advanced Inorganic Chemistry

Advanced Laboratory Techniques (A)

Advanced Laboratory Techniques (B)

Advanced Laboratory Techniques (CMP)

Advanced Laboratory Techniques N

Amino acids and synthesis

Atmospheric Chemistry

Bioinorganic and Metal CoordinationChemistry

Catalysis

Chemical Biology and Enzymes

Chemical Calculations 1

Chemical Calculations 2

Chemical Equilibria, Rate Processes andSpectroscopy

Chemical Software and Programming

Chemistry and Molecular Physics Literatureand Communication Skills

Chemistry Research Project

Chemistry Research Project (Overseas)

Chemistry Research Project for IncomingErasmus Students




Chemistry Study Skills

CMP Research Project

CMP Research Project in Continental Europe

Communicating Chemistry

Computational Chemistry

Contemporary Organic Synthesis and theConstruction of Bioactive Targets

Core Laboratory Work A

Core Laboratory Work Abroad

Core Laboratory Work B

Core Laboratory Work C

Core Laboratory Work J

Core Laboratory Work N

Drug discovery: the development of newmedicines

Equilibria, Rates and Interfaces

Foundation Chemistry 1

Foundation Chemistry 2

Foundation Laboratory Work

Foundation Physics for Chemists

Frontiers in Chemistry

General Inorganic Chemistry

Inorganic Chemistry

Introduction to Green Chemistry andProcessing

Introductory Laboratory Work

Literature & Communication Skills

Molecular Energetics and Rates

Molecular Modelling for Medicinal Chemists

Molecular Structure and Bonding

Molecules that Changed the World

MSci Advanced Laboratory & LiteratureProject

Natural Sciences Synoptic Module

NMR Spectroscopy, Group Theory ands-Block Chemistry

Principles of Analytical Chemistry

Professional Skills for Chemists

Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy

Reactivity of Organic Molecules andCoordination Chemistry

Research Project

Solid State Chemistry

Special Topics in Chemistry 3

Spectroscopy and Stereochemistry

Synthesis & Spectroscopy

Synthesis and Reactive Intermediates

Year in Industry Research Project

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