NKEK22001U Advanced Vibrational Spectroscopy
MSc Programme in Chemistry
This course will describe aspects of both experimental and theoretical advanced vibrational and rotational spectroscopy. It will consider mainly gas phase spectroscopy but with links to jet expansion and matrix techniques. The focus will be on the use of these spectroscopies to gain information of the underlying physical chemistry and spectroscopic identification. Quantum chemical calculations will be used as a tool to explain and predict spectra. Theory of molecular vibration within the normal and local mode model will be covered. Experimental techniques used to observe vibrational transitions including the weak overtone transitions associated with the highly vibrational excited molecules will be explained. The main aim is that student will be able to critically read literature in the areas covered.
Knowledge:
Theory of rotational and vibrational transitions.
The different experimental techniques used in gas phase
spectroscopy. Some typical acronym: IR and Raman will be
understood.
Experience with analyzing experimental IR and Raman
measurements and the use of quantum chemical calculations to
facilitate this.
Skills:
Describe different techniques, instruments and the theory
behind them.
Competency:
Be able to critically read papers in current international physical
chemistry journals.
Assess the usefulness of different spectroscopic techniques to
solve different research questions.
Apply the theoretical knowledge and analytical skills.
Sections from the following Text books:
Physical Chemistry by P. Atkins and J. de Paula, Ninth Edition,
OUP, 2010.
Molecular Spectroscopy by Ira N Levine, Wiley and Sons,
1975.
Quantum Chemistry by Ira N Levine, Prentice Hall, 1991.
In addition journal articles (about 10) and lectures notes will
be handed out.
Details will apear on absalon.
Academic qualifications equivalent to a BSc degree is recommended.
- Category
- Hours
- Lectures
- 42
- Preparation
- 96
- Theory exercises
- 56
- Practical exercises
- 11
- Exam
- 1
- Total
- 206
- Credit
- 7,5 ECTS
- Type of assessment
- Oral examination, 30 min (no preparation time)
- Type of assessment details
- The student will be given a paper and a question at the oral exam. During the exam the student should present the paper and discuss the question. The paper is one of the papers that have been discussed during the course.
- Aid
- All aids allowed
- Marking scale
- 7-point grading scale
- Censorship form
- No external censorship
Several internal examiners
- Re-exam
Same as ordinary exam
Criteria for exam assesment
See Learning Outcome
Course information
- Language
- English
- Course code
- NKEK22001U
- Credit
- 7,5 ECTS
- Level
- Full Degree Master
- Duration
- 1 block
- Placement
- Block 3
- Schedule
- AThe class will meet 3 times per week.
- Course capacity
- No admission restriction
The number of seats may be reduced in the late registration period
Study board
- Study Board of Physics, Chemistry and Nanoscience
Contracting department
- Department of Chemistry
Contracting faculty
- Faculty of Science
Course Coordinators
- Henrik Grum Kjærgaard (3-6c6b6f44676c6971326f7932686f)
Lecturers
Henrik G. Kjærgaard