CHIM0728-1

Duration

50h Th

Number of credits

	Master in chemistry (120 ECTS)	5 crédits
	Master in chemistry (60 ECTS)	5 crédits

Lecturer

Lionel Delaude, Anne-Sophie Duwez

Coordinator

Anne-Sophie Duwez

Language(s) of instruction

French language

Organisation and examination

Teaching in the first semester, review in January

Schedule

Schedule online

Units courses prerequisite and corequisite

Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program

Learning unit contents

The course is made of two parts: coordination chemistry (I) and nanostructures (II)
(I) The part of the course on coordination chemistry is devoted to the study of the physicochemical properties of coordination compounds. After a general introduction retracing the history and laying the foundation for modern coordination chemistry, the electronic, magnetic and optical properties of complexes are discussed in great length on the basis of quantum mechanics. Then, in the final chapter, some important catalytic applications of coordination compounds in organic synthesis as well as in enzymatic systems and in human medicine are presented.
Table of Contents:

Chapter 1: Formation of metal complexes
Chapter 2: Electronic Structures of Complexes
Chapter 3: Magnetic Properties of Complexes
Chapter 4: Optical Properties of Complexes
Chapter 5: Catalysis by Coordination Complexes

(II) Le cours abordera ces phénomènes physico-chimiques particuliers (effets de taille et de confinement, thermodynamique, magnétisme, propriétés optiques, effets quantiques et réactivité chimique des nanostructures). Le cours donnera un aperçu des techniques de fabrication des nanostructures, et discutera également des outils de caractérisation de l'infiniment petit. Le cours donnera également un aperçu critique de l'évolution du monde des "nanotechnologies". Au début des années 2000, le lobbying des chimistes du domaine des matériaux a détourné la définition pour l'appliquer à tous les objets dont au moins une des dimensions est inférieure à 100 nm. Cette définition élastique a le désavantage d'englober des objets dont les propriétés physico-chimiques ne diffèrent pas, ou peu, de celles des matériaux macroscopiques. On nous promet des nanorobots et des matériaux intelligents révolutionnaires. Entre marketing médiatico-scientifique, et véritable évolution et convergence des sciences traditionnelles, ce cours donnera un éclairage averti sur les avancées réelles et les enjeux scientifiques.

Learning outcomes of the learning unit

At the end of this course, students will be able:

to understand the fundamentals of physical chemistry applied to coordination complexes,
to predict the electronic, magnetic, and optical properties of these compounds,
to explain their catalytic activity.

Learning independence. Search for information. Acquisition of questioning mind. Time management. Development of analytical ability (essential information vs details). Development of deductive skills. Development of collaborative work

Prerequisite knowledge and skills

Notions of quantum chemistry, group theory, molecular spectroscopy, organometallic chemistry, and inorganic chemistry.
Good knowledge in physical chemistry.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

(II) Problem-based learning

Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)

(I) Thirteen lessons of 120 minutes each will be given during the first quadrimester. Upon student request, a few of these lessons may be devoted to solving the problems listed in the lecture notes.

(II) 8 sessions of 2h during which the students solve the questions by groups.

Organisational adjustments related to the current health context

(I) If the health situation requires a remote assessment during the January 2021 session, the written examination will take place at home and the optional oral examination will be done by videoconference

Assessment methods and criteria

Below you will find information on the evaluation methods planned for in-person and remote exams as well as those planned for hybrid sessions. Depending on how the health crisis evolves, the chosen method will be communicated to you no later than one month before the start of the exam session.

Any session :

- In-person

written exam ( open-ended questions ) AND oral exam

- Remote

written exam ( open-ended questions )

- If evaluation in "hybrid"

preferred in-person

Additional information:

(I) A written examination lasting 3 h will be organized during the january session. It will be followed on the same day or the day after by a brief optional oral examination lasting 15 minutes to allow the student to comment and explain his/her written answers. The use of lecture notes, a vade mecum on group theory, and any other personal manuscript notes is permitted during the assessment. With the possible exception of a non programmable calculator, the use of any electronic device (mobile phone, computer, notepad, camera,...) is strictly prohibited during the examinations.
(II) Evaluation of the works done by the students
Depending on the COVID situation, the evaluation method could be adapted.

Work placement(s)

Organizational remarks

Contacts

(I) Lionel Delaude
Institut de chimie organique Bâtiment B6a, local 3.70c Tel: (04) 366-3496 E-mail: l.delaude@uliege.be

(II) Prof. A.-S. Duwez Department of Chemistry B6a, local 4/10 Sart-tilman, 4000 Liège E-mail: asduwez@uliege.be

Design, structure and reactivity of chemical architectures