Atmospheres and Interfaces (F1022)
Atmospheres and Interfaces
Module F1022
Module details for 2022/23.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module Outline
This module aims to introduce concepts and principles in atmospheric chemistry and surface science. Many properties of atmospheres are governed by mass transport and chemical cycles which are readily understood by application of fundamental physical and chemical principles. As well as key physical laws governing atmospheric behaviour, homogeneous reactions that give rise to important atmospheric constituents as well as the role of aerosols in heterogenous reactions will be explored. The second part of the module will focus on a more detailed view of the structures and properties of surfaces, and provide a fundamental understanding of heterogeneous catalysis and modern nanochemistry.
Module learning outcomes
Understand and describe key stages in the origin and formation of the Earth's atmosphere and the four layer structure of the atmosphere
Understand the laws governing transport in the atmosphere
Understand and be able to apply the principles of surface adsorption, desorption and dissociation
Understand and be able to apply principles defining surface crystal structure and characterization
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Based Exam | Semester 1 Assessment | 60.00% |
| Coursework | 40.00% | |
| Coursework components. Average of best 1 coursework marks. | ||
| Problem Set | T1 Week 10 | |
| Problem Set | T1 Week 7 | |
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 | Workshop | 1 hour | 00101001010 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 22222222222 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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