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Advanced NMR Spectroscopy (CHEM90065)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 6.25Dual-Delivery (Parkville)
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About this subject
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- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
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Overview
Availability | April - Dual-Delivery |
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This subject will discuss the theory of nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, relevant experimental techniques and its application in molecular structure determination. The theory of pulse Fourier Transform NMR will be presented along with the methods of spectral processing. Key aspects of proton chemical shift, spin-spin coupling and coupling constants will be discussed. 13C and heteronuclear NMR spectroscopy as well as the theory and application of advanced 2D techniques will also be detailed. A combination of 1D and 2D methods will be applied to determine the structure of complex molecules.
Intended learning outcomes
On the completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental aspects of NMR spectroscopy;
- Explain the various experimental NMR techniques for the measurement of different types of NMR spectra;
- Interpret and assign one- and two-dimensional NMR spectra and use the information to determine the structure of complex molecules
- Demonstrate an increased knowledge and understanding of chemical science;
- Use investigative skills, critical thought and the ability to evaluate information and to analyse experimental data
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should have:
- Advanced problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- An ability to evaluate the professional literature
- An understanding of the changing knowledge base
- A capacity to apply concepts developed in one area to a different context
- The ability to use conceptual models to rationalize experimental observations
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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CHEM30016 | Reactivity and Mechanism | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
OR
Admission into one of:
• Master of Science (Chemistry) (MC-SCICHE)
• Master of Industrial Research (Chemistry) (MR-IRCHEM)
• Bachelor of Science (Degree with Honours) - Chemistry Specialisation (BH-SCI)
• Graduate Diploma in Science (Advanced) - Chemistry Specialisation (GDA-SCI)
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
CHEM90044 - Synchrotron & NMR Structural Techniques
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Written assignment involving the analysis and assignment of 1D and 2D NMR spectra
| After lecture 9 | 25% |
1.5-hr final examination
| During the assessment period | 75% |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- April
Coordinator Colette Boskovic Mode of delivery Dual-Delivery (Parkville) Contact hours 18 hours comprising of 3 x 1 hr lectures each week and 2 x 1hr tutorials and 2 x 2hr tutorials spread across the four weeks. Total time commitment 85 hours Teaching period 25 April 2022 to 20 May 2022 Last self-enrol date 29 April 2022 Census date 6 May 2022 Last date to withdraw without fail 27 May 2022 Assessment period ends 17 June 2022
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
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Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Science (Chemistry) Course Master of Industrial Research (Chemistry) Course Graduate Diploma in Science (Advanced) Course Bachelor of Science (Degree with Honours) - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Last updated: 31 January 2024