Modules - Level 3

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• CHEM310

  Your Module Coordinator is Dr Glenn Maguire
  Lecturer: Dr Glenn Maguire
  
  Inorganic Chemistry
  
  Aim: To build a strong theoretical and content base in inorganic chemistry, appropriate for an exit level module.
  
  Content: Crystal field theory and molecular orbital theory of transition metal complexes. Transition metal chemistry: variable oxidation states and solution chemistry. sigma-donor and pi-acceptor ligands, focusing on coordinated CO and its reactivity. Magnetic and electrical properties of transition metal oxides.
  
  Practicals: Synthesis of transition metal and organometallic compounds: characterization and qualitative analysis.
  
  Assessment: Tests (10%), practical reports (25%), 3 h exam (65%).
  
  DP Requirement: Class mark 40%; 80% at attendance at practicals.
  Offered in Semester 2.

• CHEM320

  Your Module Coordinator is Dr Phil Coombes
  Lecturer: Dr Phil Coombes
  
  Organic Chemistry
  
  Prerequisite: CHEM220.
  
  Aim: To introduce students to the structure and synthesis of carbocyclic and heterocyclic compounds as well as to more advanced applications of carbonyl chemistry and spectroscopic analysis.
  
  Content: Heterocyclic and carbocyclic chemistry. Selected topics from: conformational analysis, biological organic molecules and spectroscopy.
  
  Practicals: The preparation and characterisation of organic compounds.
  
  Assessment: Class mark (33%), 3 h exam (67%).
  
  DP Requirement: Class mark of 40%, 80% attendance at practicals.
  Offered in Semester 2.

• CHEM330

  Your Module Coordinator is Prof Sreekanth Jonnalagadda
  Lecturer: Prof Sreekanth Jonnalagadda
  
  Physical Chemistry
  
  Prerequisite: CHEM230; at least 24C PHYS at Level 1.
  
  Aim: To deepen knowledge and understanding of the underlying principles of physical chemistry and to develop skills in their application.
  
  Content: Advanced aspects of chemical thermodynamics and kinetics, surface chemistry, quantum chemistry and molecular spectroscopy.
  
  Practicals: Measurement of physicochemical properties; recording, calculation, manipulation and interpretation of data; proper methodology in scientific report writing.
  
  Assessment: Tests (8%), practical reports (25%), 3 h exam (67%).
  
  DP Requirement: Class mark 40%, 80% attendance at practicals.
  Offered in Semester 1.

• CHEM340

  Your Module Coordinator is Prof Andrew Kindness
  
  Your Lecturers are:
  

  • Prof Andrew Kindness
  • Mr Ajay Bissessur

  
  Instrumental Analysis
  
  Prerequisite: CHEM230; at least 24C PHYS at Level 1.
  
  Aim: To introduce students to instrumental methods of analysis.
  
  Content: Atomic spectroscopy; chromatography; spectroscopic analysis; electroanalytical methods; solid-state analysis.
  
  Practicals: Instrumental methods of qualitative and quantitative analysis.
  
  Assessment: Class mark (33%), 3 h exam (67%).
  
  DP Requirement: Class mark of 40%, 80% attendance at practicals.
  Offered in Semester 1.

• APCH312

  Your Module Coordinator is Dr Muhammad Bala
  Lecturer: Dr Muhammad Bala 
  
  Materials
  
  Prerequisite: CHEM210, 230.
  
  Aim: To show the relationship between the microstructure and macroscopic properties of materials.
  
  Content: Introduction to the atomic structures of crystalline materials, glasses and polymers. The relationship between structure, microstructure and useful macroscopic properties.
  
  Practicals: Preparation and characterisation of various materials.
  
  Assessment: Continuous assessment (30%), 3 h exam (70%).
  
  DP Requirement: Class mark 40%, 80% attendance at practicals.
  Offered in Semester 1.

• APCH322

  Your Module Coordinator is Prof Holger Friedrich
  Your Lecturers are:
  

  • Prof Holger Friedrich 
  • Prof Sreekanth Jonnalagadda

  
  Industrial Chemistry
  
  Prerequisite: CHEM230.
  
  Corequisite: CHEM330.
  
  Aim: To make students aware of the link between the traditional subjects of chemistry and chemical engineering.
  
  Content: The industrial manufacturing process, qualitative and quantitative process flow diagrams, unit operations and unit processes, mass and energy balances on steady state systems – recycle, bypass and purge, heat exchangers and steam tables, industrial separations and applications of phase chemistry.
  
  Practicals: Phase chemistry; problem-solving workshops; flow sheet simulation using computer software; industrial project. The course includes field trips.
  
  Assessment: Tests (5%), practical reports (14%), oral & poster presentation (14%), 3 h exam (67%).
  
  DP Requirement: Class mark 40%, 80% attendance at practicals and workshops.
  Offered in Semester 1. Students may be required to contribute to the cost of field trips.

• APCH332

  Your Module Coordinator is Dr Catherine Ngila
  Your Lecturers are:
  

  • Dr Catherine Ngila 
  • Prof Andrew Kindness
  • Ms Letitia Pillay

  
  Environmental Analysis
  
  Prerequisite: CHEM230; APCH231 or CTEC233.
  
  Aim: To show the role and importance of analytical chemistry in studying the environment.
  
  Content: Speciation, partition and transport, solubility, advanced analytical techniques, sampling: strategy, techniques and preservation.
  
  Practicals: Sampling and analysis of real systems, use of modern instrumental methods of analysis.
  
  Assessment: Class mark (33%), 3 h exam (67%).
  
  DP Requirement: Class mark 40%, 80% attendance at practicals.

• APCH342

  Your Module Coordinator is Prof Gert Kruger
  Your Lecturers are:
  

  • Prof Gert Kruger 
  • Dr W van Zyl 
  • Prof Holger Friedrich

  
  Integrated Project
  
  Prerequisite: CHEM210, 220, 230, 340; APCH231 or CTEC233.
  
  Aim: To develop an integrated approach to practical work.
  
  Content: This module builds on elementary experimental techniques and focuses on experimental chemistry as a whole rather than as isolated segments of laboratory work. It is intended that students learn to carry out independent research/study. Sampling strategy, practical methodology, research techniques, record-keeping, writing laboratory reports, library practice and data sources, use of spreadsheets in chemistry.
  
  Practicals: Mini-projects.
  
  Assessment: Continuous assessment of laboratory work, written project reports and seminar (80%), tests and assignments (20%).
  
  DP Requirement: Class mark 40%, 80% attendance at practicals.
  Offered in Semester 2. This module has no supplementary exam.