| Code | Faculty | Department |
|---|---|---|
| 02240123 | Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences | Department: Chemistry |
| Credits | Duration | NQF level |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum duration of study: 1 year | Total credits: 135 | NQF level: 08 |
Note: Additional modules may be required in order to reach the desired level of competency
Minimum credits: 135
Students must choose any two of the three research modules: CMY 718, CMY 719, CMY 731.
Module content:
Students work on one project during the year which has a significant component that can be described as instrumental or computational or analysis of data or theoretical. A report and a presentation are required.
Module content:
Students work on one project during the year which has a significant component that can be described as instrumental or computational or analysis of data or theoretical. A report and a presentation are required.
Module content:
The module covers a range of generic characterization techniques and supporting research skills that honours graduates should be able to apply in a range of settings such as research proposal writing, ethics for chemists; and chemical information literacy. Techniques suitable for the characterization of materials; molecular modelling; NMR spectroscopy; and crystallography are presented from a practical point of view with an emphasis on the interpretation of data and use of instrumentation rather than on underlying theory.
Module content:
Students may select one project per year which can be described as research into the teaching and learning of chemistry at tertiary level.
Module content:
This module will provide an in-depth coverage of analytical techniques including principles governing instrument design, data generation and data analysis. Firstly, it will explore principles of mass spectrometry and then the focus will shift to chromatography. The discussion will extend to multidimensional chromatographic systems and their coupling to mass spectrometry. Additionally, the module will address the intricacies of sampling trace organic analytes, delving into sampling protocols, potential errors, calibration methods, and analytical method validation. Lastly, the electrochemistry segment will concentrate on the theory of the electrodeelectrolyte interface and electro-kinetic phenomena, alongside advanced voltammetric techniques.
Module content:
This module encompasses advanced topics in organic synthesis covering retrosynthesis and protecting groups in synthesis. Additionally, stereocontrolled organic synthesis is addressed with emphasis on diastereoand enantioselectivity via substrate control, chiral auxiliaries, reagent control, and catalyst control is discussed. Furthermore, the module examines nucleophilic aromatic substitution approaches, reactions of heteroaromatic compounds, and pericyclic reactions.
Module content:
This module discusses advanced aspects of inorganic and organometallic chemistry. Firstly, it explores the classification of ligands and complexes, providing a comprehensive understanding of their properties and interactions. The module also delves into the synthesis, structure, bonding, reactivity, and applications of organometallic complexes. Additionally, it covers main group chemistry, progressing from complexes to clusters and networks, ultimately exploring supramolecular chemistry. Lastly, the module examines reaction kinetics, mechanisms, and fundamental concepts in catalysis.
Module content:
This module encompasses a comprehensive study of selected physical chemistry topics. The topic chemical kinetics explores the rates of chemical reactions, equilibrium dynamics, and the intricacies of complex reactions. The theoretical foundations of statistical mechanics are covered, including Boltzmann distributions, partition functions, thermodynamic functions, ensembles, and equilibria. The module includes a discussion of the theory and applications of thermal analysis for the determination of kinetics and the elucidation of reaction mechanisms. Furthermore, the module addresses the principles of crystallography and its application to structure determination at the molecular level. Lastly, quantum chemistry is examined, encompassing the quantum mechanics of one- and many-electron models, Hartree-Fock theory, electron density models, including density functional theory, and molecular orbital interpretations.
Module content:
Students must complete three advanced applied chemistry topics offered within this module: in topics such as Advanced materials; Computation and AI; Process chemistry and catalysis; Environmental chemistry; Energy; Drug discovery and development.
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