Course: Selected Lectures in Physical Chemistry

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Course title Selected Lectures in Physical Chemistry
Course code KFC/FCH3
Organizational form of instruction Lecture
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study 3
Semester Winter
Number of ECTS credits 2
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory, Compulsory-optional, Optional
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Berka Karel, doc. RNDr. Ph.D.
  • Řezáč Jan, doc. RNDr. Ph.D.
Course content
The course shows the way from the basic theoretical concepts of quantum mechanics and statistical thermodynamics, through computational methods based on them, to their practical implications in (physical) chemistry. The lectures cover the following topics: From quantum mechanics to the principle of chemical bonding: every chemist should know what chemical bonding is From theory to practical computational methods: quantum chemistry, empirical models, machine learning Quantum mechanics of nuclei: theory of molecular vibrations and connections with vibrational spectroscopy Non-covalent interactions: theory and computation of multi-molecule systems Statistical thermodynamics: from calculations of single molecule properties to macroscopic systems Excited states: quantum mechanics in photochemistry and UV/VIS spectroscopy The topics are not discussed in depth as in specialized courses, but the aim is to provide a broader overview and connections between theory and experimental chemistry, and to show the possibilities and limitations of computational chemistry and computer modeling in chemistry.

Learning activities and teaching methods
Monologic Lecture(Interpretation, Training)
  • Preparation for the Exam - 60 hours per semester
Learning outcomes
The course developes basic principles of physical chemistry tought in "Physical Chemistry I " and "Physical Chemistry II".
ability to define main concepts, describe basic principles, bases of kinetics, explain spectroscopic methods
Prerequisites
unspecified

Assessment methods and criteria
Oral exam

Attendance is not obligatory but is strongly recommended. Examination is oral. Students sitting the examinations should be able to discuss two chosen questions.
Recommended literature
  • 1. R. Brdička, J. Dvořák :. (1977). Základy fysikální chemie,. Academia Praha.
  • 2. W. J. Moore :. (1981). Fyzikální chemie. SNTL Praha.
  • 3. Atkins, P.W.:. (1999). Fyzikálná chémia. STU Bratislava.
  • 4. P. Atkins :. (1996). Elements of Physical chemistry. Oxford University Press.
  • 5. Ott, J.B., Boerio-Goates, J. (2000). Chemical Thermodynamics ? Principles and Applicatons,. Academic Press, London.
  • 7. Mollin, J. (1989). Fyzikální chemie I. skripta, fakulta přírodovědecká UP Olomouc.
  • 8. Mollin, J. (1989). Fyzikální chemie II. skripta, fakulta přírodovědecká UP Olomouc.
  • 9. Laidler, K.J. (1993). The World of Physical Chemistry. , Oxford Univ. Press.


Study plans that include the course
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Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Chemistry (2019) Category: Chemistry courses 3 Recommended year of study:3, Recommended semester: Winter
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Physical Chemistry (2021) Category: Chemistry courses 1 Recommended year of study:1, Recommended semester: Winter
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Nanomaterial Chemistry (2024) Category: Chemistry courses 3 Recommended year of study:3, Recommended semester: Winter
Faculty: Faculty of Science Study plan (Version): Applied Chemistry (2022) Category: Chemistry courses 3 Recommended year of study:3, Recommended semester: Winter