CHEMISTRY FOR THE PHYSICAL SCIENCES II

Course Code

KL 158S

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr Sally Middleton

Pre-requisites

Pass in CM 1000 (Chemistry for the Physical Sciences 1).

Co-requisites

As specified in the University Calendar for certain degree programs, otherwise none.

Overview

• Theories of chemical bonding of multi-atom molecules, the VSEPR model.



• The Second Law: entropy, free-energy and equilibrium.



• Phase equilibria, acid and bases (including buffers).



• Organic reaction mechanisms: the factors affecting Sn1 and Sn2 reactions, addition reactions, reactinos of aromatic systems.

Structure

Two one-hour lectures (times TBA) and one one-hour class workshop (time TBA) per week. Six fortnightly 3-hour laboratory classes (times TBA).

Assessment

1st Attempt: One two-hour written examination (50%), continuous assessment (on-line multiple choice tests) (30%) and lab work (20%).

Resit: One two-hour written examination (100%).

Formative Assessment

Marks for lab experiment follow-up tests and MyAberdeen assignments available as soon as possible after the assessments. Informal discussion with students in lab sessions. All of the course team have "open door" policies for meeting students.