Symm, Bonding & Molecular Spectroscopy (F1702)
Symmetry, Bonding and Molecular Spectroscopy
Module F1702
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module Outline
In this module we will build on the quantum mechanical description of atoms and molecules developed in year 1 and extend them with the aid of group theory to the ground and excited states of polyatomic molecular systems. We will describe the electronic, vibrational and rotational states of molecular systems across the periodic table and explore experimental ways of measuring transitions between these states using high resolution spectroscopic techniques.
Module learning outcomes
Apply group theory of symmetry to problems in molecular bonding and spectroscopy quantitatively and qualitatively.
Describe experimental methods for collecting spectroscopic data from molecular systems.
Interpret seen or unseen data from spectroscopic experiments on molecular systems in a quantitative and qualitative manner.
Predict spectroscopic properties of molecular systems.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 20.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Problem Set | T1 Week 9 | 100.00% |
| Unseen Examination | Semester 1 Assessment | 80.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 22222222222 |
| Autumn Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Prof Hazel Cox
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