CM1021 - Basic Inorganic Chemistry with Laboratory
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4 AU |
- Concepts of structures and properties of atoms and molecules, bonding, periodicity, isomerism and chemical reactions
- Fundamentals of spectroscopy.
- Laboratory work includes both qualitative and quantitative work.
Prerequisite: H2 chemistry or equivalent.
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CM1031 - Basic Organic Chemistry with Laboratory
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4 AU |
This course introduces you to basic organic chemistry in terms of the principles of organic molecular structures, stereochemistry, functional groups, basic organic reactions and their mechanisms. In addition to introducing some fundamental principles of structure and bonding, polar covalent bonds, as well as acids and bases, this introductory course covers the characteristic properties, synthesis, and reactivity of alkanes, alkenes, benzene and other aromatic compounds, halides, alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and their derivatives. This course will help you set up foundation for learning advanced organic chemistry.
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CM1041 - Basic Physical Chemistry with Laboratory
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4 AU |
The course covers fundamental concepts and organizing principles of physical chemistry that provide the basis for many aspects of chemistry and related fields, including analytical, inorganic, organic and bio-related chemistry. It will bring everyone to the same level of command of basic physical chemistry that is essential to progress to higher levels of core physical chemistry courses. Coupled with mathematical models, physical chemistry can provide quantitative results to compare with and understand experiments, and sometimes to stimulate new experiments. The concepts espoused in the course will be illustrated and connected with real world applications. Practical work is at the heart of chemistry. The laboratory component of the course therefore aims to expose you to chosen experiments which are meant to further consolidate the theoretical aspects learned during the course. The aim is to train you to apply the principles of thermodynamics, kinetics and spectroscopy presented in the lecture courses, in some illustrative experiments. This will help you gain familiarity with a variety of physico-chemical measurement techniques and instill in you the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Prerequisite: H2 chemistry or equivalent.
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CM1051 - Basic Biology and Biochemistry
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3 AU |
This course aims to introduce the structural, biophysical and chemical principles of key biological macromolecules found in living organisms. You will use your understanding of the underlying molecular bases and functions of the macromolecules involved in various biochemical reactions to solve problems related to nucleic acids, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and vitamins.
Mutually Exclusive : BS1005 Biochemistry I |
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CM2011 - Analytical Chemistry
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3 AU |
The lectures provide an introduction to modern analytical methods that are used to quantify species and instrumental methods used to monitor the progress of reactions. The course comprises a mixture of numerical problem solving and descriptive chemical analysis.
Prerequisite: (CM1021 and CM1041) or CM9001 or CY1101.
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CM2021 - Inorganic and Bioinorganic Chemistry
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3 AU |
This course builds upon the ideas introduced in General Chemistry and aims to provide the fundamental ideas of Inorganic Chemistry, in particular bonding theories, main-group element compounds and transition metal coordination complexes. You will learn different bonding theories to explain the structures and hence reactivity of main-group element compounds and transition metal coordination complexes.
Prerequisite: CM1021 or CM9001 or CY1101 or by permission.
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CM2031 - Organic and Bioorganic Chemistry
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3 AU |
- Functional group transformations.
- Disconnection approach to synthesis.
- Synthesis and reactivity of polyfunctional organic molecules, heteroaromatic compounds, free radical reactions, pericyclic reactions, stereochemistry and reaction mechanisms.
Prerequisite: CM1031 or CM9001.
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1 & 2 |
CM2041 - Physical and Biophysical Chemistry 1
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3 AU |
On completing this course, you will understand the basic principles in physical and biophysical chemistry and how these principles can be applied to explain and predict chemical changes. You will grow rigorous analytical ability to study chemistry based on scientific calculations and reasoning. You will appreciate the power of physical chemistry in chemical research and industry activities.
Prerequisite: CM1021 or CM1041 or CM9001 or CY1101 or by permission.
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CM2061 - Chemistry & Biological Chemistry Laboratory 1
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3 AU |
On completing this course, you will be able to carry out laboratory operations in synthetic chemistry associated with the synthesis of organic and inorganic compounds. These may include reactions requiring heating, inert atmosphere, use of bio-reagents and handling reactive intermediates. You will be able to work in a safe and responsible fashion, showing consideration for others in the laboratory. You will be able to evaluate the risks inherent in the procedures and formulate appropriate precautions. You will be able to purify the products of the reactions using techniques that may include recrystallisation, column chromatography and distillation under reduced pressure. You will be able to obtain and interpret characterisation data that may include 1H NMR spectroscopy, infra-red spectroscopy, polarimetry and magnetic susceptibility measurement.
Prerequisite: CM1021 and CM1031, or CM9001 or CY1101 or by permission.
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CM2062 - Chemistry & Biological Chemistry Laboratory 2
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3 AU |
This laboratory course aims to complement and supplement the lecture courses of CM1041, CM2011, and CM2041 by providing experimental demonstrations and verifications of the points discussed therein. This course allows you to hone your practical experimental skills in analytical and physical chemistry that are essential for chemists working in industry and academia. At the same time, taking this course will allow you improve your problem solving ability and your skills in scientific communication, both oral and written. Your experience of the experimental techniques used in analytical and physical chemistry will be enhanced, and you will be trained in the safe handling of chemicals and instruments, and in the assessment of risks associated with experimental procedures
Prerequisite: CM1041 or CM9001 or CY1101.
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CM3011 - Chemical Spectroscopy and Applications
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3 AU |
This course aims to introduce the principles and applications of chemical spectroscopic methods, including mass spectrometry (MS), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, and infrared (IR) spectroscopy, as invaluable tools for the structural identification and determination of organic and inorganic compounds as well as for the study of their electronic properties, stabilities and dynamic behaviors at the molecular level. You will learn about the basic principles and techniques of these spectroscopic methods and their applications in the context of organic and inorganic chemistry. Specifically, you will develop the ability to interpret spectra for given molecules, relate their spectral behavior to chemical phenomena/concepts, and to deduce the molecular structure of unknown from given spectra.
Prerequisite: CM2021 and CM2031 or by permission.
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CM3021 - Organometallic Chemistry
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3 AU |
The aim of this course is to introduce to you some of the basic concepts in Organometallic Chemistry. You will be introduced to some fundamental ideas that are useful to understanding the subject, including an overview of the various types of ligands, some of their properties, and the reaction mechanisms, that are encountered in organometallic chemistry.
Prerequisite: CM2021 or by permission.
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CM3031 - Organic Reaction Mechanisms and Synthesis
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3 AU |
This core chemistry course aims to develop your understanding of fundamentals of organic chemistry concepts that are essential for future advance chemistry courses and any practicing chemists. This course is also great preparation for a PhD and a career in chemistry research.
On completing this course, you have extended your understanding of organic reaction mechanisms beyond the first- and second-year contents to more advanced chemistry. You will understand issues of selectivity and specificity, especially in terms of regio-, stereo-, and chemo-selectivity and specificity. You will be able to propose syntheses of molecules of higher complexity.
Prerequisite: CM2031 or by permission.
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CM3041 - Physical and Biophysical Chemistry 2
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3 AU |
This course aims to introduce the principles of quantum mechanics and molecular spectroscopy, as applied to chemistry. You will understand and appreciate how quantum mechanics describes the behavior of atoms and molecules. You will understand how quantum mechanics forms the framework for interpreting molecular spectra, and the application of the equations derived from quantum mechanics to understand rotational, vibrational and electronic spectroscopy. You will also be introduced to the photophysics and photochemistry of light-excited molecules.
Prerequisite: CM2041 or by permission.
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CM3061 - Chemistry & Biological Chemistry Laboratory 3
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3 AU |
This core Chemistry course aims to develop your skills and understanding of fundamentals of synthetic chemistry concepts that are essential for future career chemical industries. This course is also great preparation for a PhD and a career in chemistry research.
On completing this course, you will be able to carry out laboratory operations in synthetic chemistry associated with the synthesis of organic and inorganic compounds. These may include reactions requiring heating, inert atmosphere, use of bio-reagents and handling reactive intermediates. You will be able to work in a safe and responsible fashion, showing consideration for others in the laboratory. You will be able to evaluate the risks inherent in the procedures and formulate appropriate precautions. You will be able to purify the products of the reactions using techniques that may include recrystallisation, column chromatography and distillation under reduced pressure. You will be able to obtain and interpret characterisation data that may include 1H NMR spectroscopy, infra-red spectroscopy, polarimetry and magnetic susceptibility measurement.
Prerequisite: CM2061 or by permission.
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CM3062 - Chemistry & Biological Chemistry Laboratory 4
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3 AU |
The principle aims of the practical course are:
1. To
complement and supplement the lecture courses of CM2011, CM2041, CM3011, CM3041
and CM4011 by providing experimental demonstrations and verifications of the
points discussed therein. 2. To hone your practical experimental skills that are
essential for chemists working in industry and academia. 3. To improve your
problem solving ability. 4. To improve your scientific writing skills. 5. To
extend your experience of the experimental techniques used by analytical
chemists, (bio)physical chemists and (bio)spectroscopists. 6. To train you in
the safe handling of chemicals and assessment of risks in experimental
procedures.
Prerequisite: CM2062.
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MH1802 - Calculus for the Sciences
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4 AU |
Basic mathematical techniques for solving scientific problems. See the MAS course information page for details.
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MH1804 - Mathematics for Chemistry
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2 AU |
Mathematical methods used in higher-level core physical chemistry courses, such as quantum chemistry, spectroscopy, kinetics, and thermodynamics. See the MAS course information page for details. |
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