UCL - Selected topics in Physical Chemistry

[CHM2252]

[45h + 15h] 6 credits

Teacher(s): Tom Leyssens, Daniel Peeters

Language: English

Level: Second

Aims
Main themes
Content and teaching methods
Other information (prerequisite, evaluation (assessment methods), course materials recommended readings, ...)

Aims

The course aims to introduce students to advanced topics in physical chemistry in relation to research projects going on in the chemistry department of UCL. It will complete the education of those students presenting a thesis in physical chemistry.

Main themes

Studied topics will differ from one year to another and are selected from the following tentative list: Experimental structural chemistry, Theoretical chemistry, Molecular modelling, Advanced NMR, Applied chemical kinetics, Combustion chemistry, Chemical reactivity theories,

Content and teaching methods

Adapted to the research projects of those students presenting a thesis in physical chemistry, or upon demand of interested students. Lectures will be led by a team of (eventually invited) teachers active in physical chemistry.

Other information (prerequisite, evaluation (assessment methods), course materials recommended readings, ...)

Background: a good knowledge of physical chemistry is required. Physical chemistry I and II (CHM1351, CHM 2150).
Evaluation: written exam.
Documents: detailed plan of the course and reference books.

The course could be partly or totally delivered by an invited lecturer.