Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives On the completion of this subject students should understand the properties of atomic nuclei; achieve some understanding of the principles of spectroscopy; gain some understanding of wave-particle duality and the Schrodinger equation; be able to interpret the relationships between electronic structure and bonding; understand some properties of coordination compounds; interpret properties of solids and liquids; solve problems related to electrochemistry; gain some understanding of the properties of transition elements; interpret the reactions and structures of coordination compounds; extend the understanding of organic compounds to include carbonyl compounds, amines, aromatic compounds and some biologically important compounds; learn of some inorganic applications such as ceramics and semiconductors; use basic laboratory skills in chemical analysis; verify some of the theoretical principles learnt in course work through laboratory applications.
Synopsis This subject follows on from CHM1011. Topics include nuclear and radiochemistry; chemical bonding; modern spectroscopic and instrumental methods; coordination chemistry of the transition metals; the physical characteristics of solid materials; the chemistry of some main group elements. Organic chemistry topics will include aromatic chemistry, amino acids, peptides and carbohydrates.
Assessment Examinations (2 x 2 hours): 70% + Laboratory work: 20% + Computer tests: 10%