CHEM63004
Atomic and Molecular Spectroscopy in Analytical Science
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Variable teaching patterns
Postgraduate Taught
Level 7
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FHEQ level (Framework for Higher Education Qualifications) ' Masters/Integrated Masters P4 '
European Credit Transfer & Accumulation System Rating : 10.0
<p>This unit will explore the application of atomic and molecular spectroscopic methods to qualitative and quantitative problems in analytical science.</p><p>The theory underlying each method will be presented first, building on prior learning to level 6 in basic spectroscopic principles and extending this understanding in order to explore advanced, modern methods.</p><p>The first part will cover the main techniques in atomic spectroscopy (absorption, emission, plasma and mass spectrometric approaches), with extensive detail of instrumental aspects, data analysis and quantitation.</p><p>The second part takes the same approach, but applied to molecular spectroscopic methods (infrared, Raman, UV-visible and fluorescence methods).</p><p>In each section, extensive use of contemporary analytical examples will be used to illustrate applications and limitations. </p>
<ul> <li> survey the concentration ranges and types of analytes that can be detected and quantified using modern analytical spectroscopy;</li> <li> investigate in detail the key experimental and instrumental aspects (spectrometer design and set-up, sampling methods, data acquisition, errors and interferences) of each method;</li> <li> explore various methods for the calibration of spectroscopic data for use in quantitative analysis;</li> <li> develop students’ ability to select appropriate methods for a range of analytical scenarios and to rationalise their choices in terms of viability, selectivity and cost</li></ul>
<div> </div><ul> <li> outline the principles of the main techniques in atomic and molecular spectroscopy (atomic absorption and emission, UV-visible, IR, Raman and fluorescence)</li> <li> describe and explain the instrumental basis of each of the main techniques, including sample preparation and presentation</li> <li> identify potential sources of interference and common sources of quantitative errors in each technique</li> <li> compare and contrast examples of commercially available spectroscopy systems </li></ul><div> </div>
<ul> <li> propose and apply methods for minimisation of interferences and artefacts in spectroscopic data</li> <li> calculate the concentration of an unknown sample from analytical atomic spectroscopic data</li> <li> identify unknown molecules using molecular spectroscopy based on systematic spectral interpretation</li> <li> select and apply specific spectroscopic techniques to unseen scenarios and problems in analytical science, and analyse the resulting data qualitatively and quantitatively</li> <li> deconstruct and critique descriptions of atomic and molecular spectroscopic analysis in published work and technical reports </li></ul>
<ul> <li> perform systematic spectral analysis on unseen sample data</li></ul>
<ul> <li> produce accurate, efficient and coherent reports on analytical spectroscopic measurements and their analysis</li> <li> participate in online discussions and tutorial sessions using enhanced communication skills </li></ul>
<div> This unit is delivered entirely via distance learning, including assessment. The course runs over 10 weeks, with a nominal 15h/week of student work. </div><div> </div><div> A typical week consists of:</div><div> </div><div> An overview of the material, presenting the learning objectives for the week.</div><ul> <li> Explanatory material (~5h of student activity/week) in the form of video lectures, the course text and links to further online resources.</li> <li> Self-Study Exercises (~2h/week). These are formative, with feedback for them given in the tutorial.</li> <li> Discussion (~1h/week). Students are encouraged to discuss the exercises and material in the forums where tutors will facilitate peer learning, providing feedback/input where necessary.</li> <li> Formative Assessment (~1h/week). This is to highlight misconceptions ready for the tutorial.</li> <li> Tutorial (~1h/week). Students will video conference with their tutor in groups of 6-8 to discuss and give/receive feedback.</li> <li> Reflective journal (~1 h/week). Guided by questions related to weekly subject matter.</li></ul><p> </p><p>There is also private study of ~4h/week consisting of:</p><ul> <li> Revision - Coursework e.g. critical analysis of research literature - Further practice (e.g. after the tutorials)</li> <li> Independent/further study </li></ul><div> </div><div> The times specified will vary greatly through the weeks. For example the practical week is dedicated to performing the lab experiment and producing a lab report.. </div>
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<p>Quantitative Chemical Analysis (Ninth edition),Daniel C Harris & Charles A Lucy Macmillan Education (2015), Available as E-book through UoM, ISBN: 9781319154141D.L.</p><p>Andrews (ed.) “Encyclopaedia of Applied Spectroscopy”, Springer, Berlin, 2009</p><p>J.M. Brown, “Molecular Spectroscopy”, OUP Primer Series, 1998</p><p>D. Williams and I. Fleming, “Spectroscopic Methods in Organic Chemistry”, 6th Ed, McGraw-Hill, 2008 Published papers from relevant peer-reviewed journals </p>
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