Coordination Chemistry

Module overview

This module will build on the principles of Transition Metal chemistry covered in Part 1.

Through developing a molecular orbital approach, you will be taken from the basics of ligand interactions and binding modes to understanding a transition metal's role in catalysis. You will also deepen your understanding of spectroscopy, and how chemists can use techniques to predict spectroscopic properties of transition metal complexes.

Linked modules

Pre-requisites: (CHEM1053 and (CHEM2029 or CHEM3052 or NATS2003))

Learning and Teaching

Teaching and learning methods

Lectures, problem classes and small group tutorials.

Study time
Type	Hours
Guided independent study	52
Assessment tasks	20
Tutorial	5
Wider reading or practice	11
Practical	30
Revision	20
Lecture	12
Total study time	150

Resources & Reading list

Textbooks

C. E. Housecroft and A. G. Sharpe (2018). Inorganic Chemistry.

Assessment

Assessment strategy

Final exam, tutorials and laboratory marks. The latter are accumulated under the co-requisite lab module.

Summative

This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.

Breakdown
Method	Percentage contribution
Laboratory practicals	30%
Open Book Exam	60%
Assessed Tutorials	10%

Repeat Information

Repeat type: Internal & External

Module overview

Linked modules

Aims and Objectives

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge and Understanding

Subject Specific Practical Skills

Syllabus