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Course: Applied Molecular Spectrometry

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Course title Applied Molecular Spectrometry
Course code ACH/APMS
Organizational form of instruction Lecture + Seminar
Level of course Master
Year of study 2
Semester Winter
Number of ECTS credits 3
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory-optional
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Kuzma Marek, Ing. Ph.D.
  • Havlíček Vladimír, prof. Ing. Dr.
Course content
Introduction to the methods of molecular spectrometry. Spectral identification - interpretation of spectra. Vibrational spectrometry - the relation between the structure and spectral bands in IR spectrum. Absorption areas of functional groups. IR and Raman spectra. Molecular vibrations and molecular symmetry. Structure, chemical shift, spin-spin interactions in NMR spectra. Interpretation of NMR spectra. Multidimensional NMR spectra and their measurement techniques. Fragmentations of main organic substances in MS. Analysis of molecular ion and its neighborhood. MS and identification of organic substances. Usage of ORD and CD spectra for identification of organic substances.

Learning activities and teaching methods
Lecture, Dialogic Lecture (Discussion, Dialog, Brainstorming)
  • Attendace - 26 hours per semester
  • Homework for Teaching - 39 hours per semester
  • Preparation for the Course Credit - 12 hours per semester
  • Preparation for the Exam - 43 hours per semester
Learning outcomes
The aim is to acquint with practical applications of molecular spectrometry.
Apply theoretical knowledge for the solution of model problems, interpret spectral data, solve structural problems
Prerequisites
The knowledge of basics of analytical chemistry and instrumental methods of analytical chemistry is recommended.

Assessment methods and criteria
Oral exam

75% active attendance in seminars and seminar work
Recommended literature
  • Brian C. Smith, Infrared Spectral Interpretation: A Systematic Approach, CRC Press, 2018, 288 stran.
  • Feinstein K.: Guide to Spectroscopic Identification of Organic Compounds. RSC, London 1995..
  • Heinz-Helmut Perkampus, UV-VIS Spectroscopy and Its Applications, Springer Science & Business Media, 2013, 244 stran.
  • Chhabil Dass, Fundamentals of Contemporary Mass Spectrometry, John Wiley & Sons, 2007, 512 stran..
  • J. Throck Watson, O. David Sparkman, Introduction to Mass Spectrometry: Instrumentation, Applications, and Strategies for Data Interpretation, John Wiley & Sons, 2007, 862 stran.
  • James M. Thompson, Infrared Spectroscopy, CRC Press, 2018, 196 stran.
  • Neil E. Jacobsen, NMR Spectroscopy Explained: Simplified Theory, Applications and Examples for Organic Chemistry and Structural Biology, John Wiley & Sons, 2007, 640 stran..
  • P. J. Hore, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, Oxford University Press, 2015, 112 stran.
  • Peter Larkin, Infrared and Raman Spectroscopy: Principles and Spectral Interpretation, Elsevier, 2011, 230 stran.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Organic Chemistry (2021) Category: Chemistry courses 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: Winter
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Analytical Chemistry (2021) Category: Chemistry courses 2 Recommended year of study:2, Recommended semester: Winter
Palacký University Olomouc, date of update: 01.05.2025 23:59. Data created for academic year 2024/2025