KEMS3230 Structural Methods in Inorganic Chemistry (3 cr)
Study level:
Advanced studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish
Responsible organisation:
Department of Chemistry
Curriculum periods:
2020-2021, 2021-2022, 2022-2023, 2023-2024
Description
The most common structural methods for characterization of inorganic and organometallic
compounds will be presented (apart from X-ray diffraction techniques). Main portion of the
course will deal with multinuclear NMR and ESR spectroscopies. Basic principles of other
common characterization tools such as X-ray absorption (EXAFS, XANES), Photoelectron and
Mössbauer spectroscopies, and magnetic measurements will also be briefly highlighted.
Learning outcomes
After completion of the course, the student
- will have a basic knowledge on the most common structural methods used in the characterization of inorganic and organometallic compounds.
- understands the limitations of these characterization tools, and knows how to utilize (throughcritical thinking) the structural information obtained with the methods.
- knows how to interpret multinuclear NMR- and ESR spectra.
- understands the basic principles, prerequisites, limitations and applicability of the characterization methods.
Working life skills:
- enables the utilization of various spectroscopic, inorganic and organometallic analytical methods for solving practical problems.
Additional information
Course is lectured in 2020-2021 and 2022-2023. Course can be completed by a book exam in 2021-2022.
Description of prerequisites
Basic knowledge on NMR spectroscopy is recommended.
Recommended prerequisites
- Prerequisite group 1
Study materials
Lecture material (slides) and literature references given during the lectures.
Completion methods
Method 1
Evaluation criteria:
Final exam, 50% of maximum points is required for passing grade (1/5).
Time of teaching:
Period 2
Select all marked parts
Method 2
Evaluation criteria:
Final exam, 50% of maximum points is required for passing grade (1/5).
Select all marked parts
Parts of the completion methods
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Teaching (3 cr)
Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish
Study methods:
Lectures, exercises, exam. Will be lectured in English, if needed.
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Exam (3 cr)
Type:
Exam
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish
Study methods:
If you want to take exam in English, please contact the teacher.