Fall 2024 - CHEM 260 D100

Atoms, Molecules, Spectroscopy (4)

Class Number: 1652

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 4 – Oct 11, 2024: Tue, Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

    Oct 16 – Dec 3, 2024: Tue, Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Instructor:

    Samira Siahrostami
    ssiahros@sfu.ca
    778 782-9546
    Office: C9067
  • Prerequisites:

    CHEM 122, MATH 152, and PHYS 121, 126 or 141 (or PHYS 102 with a minimum grade of B), all with a minimum grade of C-. Recommended: MATH 232.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Elements of physical chemistry from the molecular point of view. Introduction to quantum chemistry, atomic and molecular structure, and spectroscopy. PHYS 285 will be accepted in lieu of CHEM 260. Quantitative.

COURSE DETAILS:

Please note, this course outline was accurate at the time of publication but is subject to change.

Mode of Teaching:
3 lecture hours/week; 1 tutorial hour/week; 2 lab hours/week

Lecture: In-Person, Burnaby Campus
Laboratory: In-Person, Burnaby Campus
Tutorial: In-Person, Burnaby Campus

Lecture Topics:

Introduction to principles of quantum mechanics
Exactly solvable quantum mechanical models
Atomic structure
Chemical bonding
Molecular spectroscopy (microwave, infrared, visible, magnetic resonance, Raman)

Note:
This course will cover topics 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, and 13A from the primary textbook.

Grading

  • Labs/Assignments 25%
  • Midterm Exams 25%
  • Final Exam 50%

NOTES:

Grading Notes: OR 25% Labs/Assignments, 0% Midterm Exams, 75% Final Exam, whichever gives the best result.

However, a mark of less than 50% in the lab section of the course and/or a mark of less than 30% in the final exam will result in a grade of F.

REQUIREMENTS:

Attendance of In-Person Laboratory Sessions: It is mandatory for students to attend all in-person laboratory sessions. If you are unable to attend an in-person laboratory session due to illness, please contact your instructor as soon as possible to discuss alternative arrangements.

Materials

RECOMMENDED READING:

Primary Text:

  • P. Atkins, J. de Paula, and J. Keeler, Atkins' Physical Chemistry, 12th Edition, 2022, Publisher: Oxford University Press. (ISBN:9780198851318)

  • P. Atkins, J. de Paula, and J. Keeler, Atkins' Physical Chemistry, 11th Edition, 2018, Publisher: Oxford University Press.

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Department Undergraduate Notes:

A grade of C- or better is required for all prerequisite courses.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

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Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the university community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the university. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the university. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.