CHIM9285-1 : Chemical Kinetics, Introduction to Spectrology and Group Theory

Study Programmes 2015-2016

CHIM9285-1

Chemical Kinetics, Introduction to Spectrology and Group Theory

Duration :

35h Th, 20h QA Sess.

Number of credits :

Bachelor in chemistry		6
Master in chemistry (120 ECTS)		6
Master in chemistry (60 ECTS)		6

Lecturer :

Bernard Leyh

Language(s) of instruction :

French language

Organisation and examination :

Teaching in the second semester

Units courses prerequisite and corequisite :

Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program

Course contents :

Chemical kinetics

Phenomenological rate laws
Experimental techniques
Complex multi-step reactions
Heterogeneous catalysis

Introduction to spectroscopy and group theory
This introductory course focusses on two spectroscopic techniques which find extensive applications in inorganic, organic and analytical chemistry. The following topics will be taught:

Brief reminder of basic concepts of quantum mechanics, taught in course CHIM0704-1 (co-requisite), in particular the quantum theory of angular momenntum
One-dimensional nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy (1D-NMR)
Infrared vibrational spectroscopy: basic concepts and application to diatomic molecules
Infrared vibrational spectroscopy of polyatomic molecules
Introduction to group theory and application to the analysis of vibrational normal modes of polyatomic molecules

Learning outcomes of the course :

At the end of the course, the student is expected to be able

to apply the basic tools of physical chemistry to account for the dynamical processes leading to equilibrium;
to explain the basic physical principles which govern spectroscopic experiments (nuclear magnetic resonance and infrared spectroscopy);
to infer, in cases of moderate difficulty, as much information as possible from experimental spectroscopic data;
to apply group theory to determine which vibrational normal modes are active in infrared spectroscopy

Prerequisite knowledge and skills :

Prerequisites:

MATH0009-5 - Mathématiques générales
PHYS0188-3 - Physique
CHIM0199-5 - Chimie

Co-requisite:

MATH0232-2 - Compléments de mathématiques générales
PHYS0099-1 - Compléments de physique générale
CRIS0203-1 - Eléments de cristallographie
CHIM0703-1 - Thermodynamique et électrochimie
CHIM0704-1 - Chimie théorique

Planned learning activities and teaching methods :

There is no laboratory work foreseen for this course. Problem-solving classes are organized. Problems of both theoretical and numerical nature will be solved.

Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning) :

18 two-hour lectures during the second quadrimester focussed on the theory. Several problem-solving classes (alltogether 20 hours).

Recommended or required readings :

Lecture notes. Extensive use of the blackboard is made during the lectures.

Assessment methods and criteria :

Two exercise tests will be organized on kinetics and spectroscopy, respectively. Students who fail at either of these tests have the opportunity to participate in a written examination in May or June.
Written (theoretical and numerical problems) and oral (theory) examinations in May or June.

Work placement(s) :

Organizational remarks :

See official agenda: http://www.facsc.ulg.ac.be/cms/c_262917/horaires-bacheliers-annees-preparatoires

Contacts :

Bernard Leyh, Molecular Dynamics Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Building B6c, Office R77, Lab S48 - Phone : 04/3663425 - E-mail : Bernard.Leyh@ulg.ac.be
Exercise classes: Emeline Hanozin ehanozin@ulg.ac.be, 04/3663544
Valérie Schwanen vschwanen@doct.ulg.ac.be

Items online :

CHIM9285-1 Chemical kinetics
Lecture notes and exercise booklet

CHIM9285-1 Spectroscopy
Spectroscopy: lecture notes and exercice booklet