Physical science
Offered in odd-numbered years
BS BC BP
Mr Phillip Higgins
6 points * Second semester * 6 hours per week of integrated lectures and laboratory work * Gippsland/Distance * Prerequisites: GAS2281 or permission od subject adviser
This subject is designed to extend the range of spectroscopic studies of subject GAS2281. The major topics of the subject are (i) symmetry and crystal structure; (ii) X-ray diffraction; (iii) microwave and infra-red spectra of diatomics; (iv) vibrational spectra and advanced spectral interpretation. A series of formal lecture/tutorial sessions is supported by individual laboratory `discovery/application' requirements. Detailed study guides are used to direct the student's learning.
Assessment
Subject tests and assignments: 70% * Laboratory work: 30%
Prescribed texts
Williams D H and Fleming I Spectroscopic methods in organic chemistry 2nd edn, McGraw-Hill, 1980
Whiston C X-ray methods Wiley, 1987
Recommended texts
Birks L S X-ray spectrochemical analysis 2nd edn, Wiley, 1969