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SCHOOL OF CHEMICAL SCIENCES
VISION
To realize the aspiration of Universiti Sains Malaysia in Transforming Higher Education
for a Sustainable Tomorrow.
MISSION
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To produce chemistry graduates who are knowledgeable, highly skilled, wellmannered and possess excellent work ethics suited for the requirements of the
public and industrial sectors.
To provide quality education and chemistry students.
To instill awareness among chemistry students towards the welfare of society.
To provide modern facilities for chemistry teaching and research.
To attract excellent students from Malaysia and overseas to do chemistry.
OBJECTIVES
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To provide a broad, balanced and in depth education in chemistry and related
areas at the undergraduate level.
To develop the students into graduates with theoretical and practical knowledge
and the ability to apply the knowledge to employment or further studies in
chemistry or other related post graduate programmes.
To develop in students various skills including practical, social, communicative,
leadership and entrepreneurship skills.
To develop in students the ability to assess and solve problems critically,
logically and creatively.
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INTRODUCTION
The School of Chemical Sciences (SCS), established in 1969, is one of the pioneering
Schools of USM. With an academic staff of more than 30 and over 50 supporting staff,
the School has been entrusted to provide professional training in chemistry to meet the
demands of the industries and society.
The programme is designed not only to produce graduates with a solid knowledge of
Chemistry but also to equip them with attributes so that they can adapt readily to a
dynamic and rapidly developing working environment. The academic programme
[Bachelor of Science with Honours, B.Sc. (Hons) and Bachelor of Applied Science
B.App.Sc.(Hons)] from the School of Chemical Sciences, USM is planned to produce
graduates who are knowledgeable, highly skilled and well-mannered and possess
excellent work ethics suited for the requirements of the industrial and public sector.
In line with this aspiration, the School of Chemical Sciences has designed courses in such
a manner that they can be modified and adjusted from time to time to suit the requirement
of an unpredictable future. The School follows a system of studies which is liberal and
multi-disciplinary in nature.
PROGRAMMES OFFERED
The School offers two undergraduate programmes leading to:
 Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) with Honours degree
 Bachelor of Applied Science (B.App.Sc.) with Honours degree, majoring either in
Industrial or Analytical Chemistry.
These programmes which are recognised by the Malaysian Institute of Chemistry (Institut
Kimia Malaysia) also include 8 weeks of industrial training with industrial partners,
commercial and research laboratories. Students are also encouraged to register for the
final year research project (which covers 2 semesters) during their final year.
The postgraduate programmes offered, either by research mode leading to M.Sc. and
Ph.D. or mixed-mode M.Sc. (Chemical Instrumentation), have managed to attract fellow
Malaysian and many foreign nationals.
SPECIALISATION
The School has given priority in creating a healthy research environment with a total of
over 200 postgraduate students engaging in various areas of research including natural
products, organic synthesis, nanoscience, electrochemistry, liquid crystals,
organometallics, environmental chemistry, materials chemistry and chemical education.
Many of our academic staff have been well endowed with research grants and funding
from government bodies and industries to support these research activities.
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MAIN ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
DEAN
Prof. Wan Ahmad Kamil Mahmood
DEPUTY DEAN
Dr. Afidah Abdul Rahim
(Academic & Student Affairs)
Prof. Norita Mohamed
(Research & Postgraduate Studies)
Prof. Mohd Jain Noordin Mohd Kassim
(Industrial Linkages/
Training and Alumni)
PROGRAMME MANAGER
Prof. Yeap Guan Yeow
(Pure Science Programme)
Prof. Sulaiman Ab.Ghani
(Applied Science
Programme)
Assoc. Prof. Wan Saime
Wan Ngah
(Teaching & Learning for
Level 100)
CHIEF ASSISTANT REGISTRAR
Hjh. Zali Zaiton Hussin
Assoc. Prof. Hasnah Osman
(MUPA, Research
Equipment & Information
Technology)
ASSISTANT REGISTRAR
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Miss Sheilawanis Abdul Karim
ACADEMIC STAFF
ADMINISTRATIVE
TELEPHONE
EXTENSION
E-MAIL
Dean
Prof. Wan Ahmad Kamil Mahmood
3262/3685
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Deputy Dean
(Academic & Student Affairs)
Dr. Afidah Abdul Rahim
3913/3548
[email protected]
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Deputy Dean
(Postgraduate Studies & Research)
Prof. Norita Mohamed
4027/3686
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4023
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Pure Science Programme
Prof. Yeap Guan Yeow
3568
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Applied Science Programme
Prof. Sulaiman Ab. Ghani
4049
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Teaching & Learning for Level 100
Assoc. Prof. Wan Saime Wan Ngah
3569
[email protected]
MUPA, Research Equipment &
Information Technology
Assoc. Prof. Hasnah Osman
3558
[email protected]
Chief Assistant Registrar
Hjh. Zali Zaiton Hj. Hussin
3540
[email protected]
3541
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Deputy Dean
(Industrial Linkages/Training and
Alumni
Prof. Mohd Jain Noordin Mohd Kassim
PROGRAMME MANAGER
Assistant Registrar
Cik Sheilawanis Binti Abdul Karim
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PROFESSOR
Boey Peng Lim
Bahruddin Saad
Farook Adam
Lim Poh Eng
Mohd. Asri Mohd. Nawi
Dato’ Muhammad Idiris Saleh
Teoh Siang Guan
Norita Mohamed
Sulaiman Ab. Ghani
Wan Ahmad Kamil Mahmood
Yeap Guan Yeow
Mohd. Jain Noordin Mohd. Kassim, Dr
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Ahmad Md. Noor, Dr
Hasnah Osman, Dr
Mas Rosemal Hakim Mas Haris, Dr
Mohamad Abu Bakar, Dr
Mohamad Nasir Mohamad Ibrahim, Dr
Rohana Adnan, Dr
Seng Chye Eng, Dr
Wan Saime Wan Ngah, Dr
Wong Keng Chong, Dr
SENIOR LECTURER
Abdussalam Salhin Mohamed Ali, Dr
(Contract Lecturer)
Afidah Abdul Rahim, Dr
Amat Ngilmi Ahmad Sujari, Dr
Che Su Endud, Pn
Hassan Hadi Abd. Allah, Dr
(Contract Lecturer)
Melati Khairuddean, Dr
Rosenani S.M. Anwarul Haque, Dr
Oo Chuan Wei, Dr
Yam Wan Sinn, Dr
Noor Hana Hanif Abu Bakar, Dr
Ng Eng Poh, Dr
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TELEPHONE
EXTENSION
E-MAIL
4026
4049
3567
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4031
4027
3565
3686
4030
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TELEPHONE
EXTENSION
E-MAIL
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3549
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3569
3556
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TELEPHONE
EXTENSION
E-MAIL
3562
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4032
3598
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3578
3680
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4021
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TEACHER
TELEPHONE
EXTENSION
Che Sofiah Saidin
Kirupanithi A/P Pooranavelu
Manoharan Veeran
Nordin Mohamed
Rabiah Bee Abdul Carrim
Siti Mariam Suja
Zainab Hashim
3549
3680
3566
3559
3561
3548
3547
E-MAIL
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SUPPORT / TECHNICAL STAFF
SCIENCE OFFICER
TELEPHONE
EXTENSION
Khairul Izwan Saruddin
Nurul Arlita Kushiar
4033
4058
ASSISTANT SCIENCE OFFICER
Ami Mardiana Othman
Saripah Azizah Mansor
Mohd Zamri Rosidi
(Analytical Chemistry Section)
Muhd Nizam Muhammad Isa
(Physical Chemistry Section)
Wan Zulilawati Wan Zulkipli
(Analytical Chemistry Section)
CHIEF LAB ASSISTANT
E-MAIL
4059
3577
5176
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TELEPHONE
EXTENSION
TELEPHONE
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Ong Chin Hwie
E-MAIL
E-MAIL
[email protected]
SENIOR LAB ASSISTANT
TELEPHONE
EXTENSION
Organic Chemistry Section
Chow Cheng Por
3571
E-MAIL
[email protected]
Inorganic Chemistry Section
Ong Ching Hin
3565 / 3577
Industrial Chemistry Section
Burhanuddin Saad
3687
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Laboratory for Level 100
Aw Yeong Choek Hoe
3565
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Electronic Workshop
Zainal Abidin Othman
Abd Razak Hashim
Mohd Fairoz Shahul Hamid
3544
3544
3544
Glass Blowing Workshop
Jamal Mohamed Shah Hamid
Ramlee Abdul Wahab
2690/3542
2690/3542
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Chemicals Store
Mohamad Noor Abd Aziz
Abd Rahman Othman
3570
3570
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Dean’s Stenographer
Rohaina Shaik Jamaludin
3262
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Deputy Dean’s Stenographer
Siti Hawa Hamdun
3576
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Administrative Assistant
Yeoh Chooi Ling
3973
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LABORATORY EQUIPMENTS SERVICES
MUPA Lab
Room 270/017
MUPA LAB
Ext. 4057
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance
[NMR 400 MHz/300Mz]
Room 032
Ext. 3589
Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer
[ICP-MS]
Ext. 4057
CHNS/O
Ext. 3565
Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometer
Ext.
4059/4036/3572/
3865/3865
Atomic Absorption Spectrometer
Ext. 4059/2059
Gas Chromatograph
Ext.
4036/3571/4059/
4031
GC-MS
Ext. 4059
High Performance Liquid Chromatograph [HPLC]
Ext.
4038/4040/3571/
2061/ 4059
Gel Permeation Chromatograph
Ext. 4038
UV/VIS
Ext. 3563
Thermogravimetric Analyser / Differential Scanning
Colorimeter
Ext. 4034
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Careers
The School of Chemical Sciences was established in 1969 and has produced quality
graduates who possess experience and skills in line with the programmes offered. The
School is staffed with experienced lecturers and equipped with modern instruments in
both the teaching and research laboratories. As such, the graduates can pursue career in
public and private companies such as the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB), the
Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI), the Forestry
Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) and the Chemistry Department. Graduates can also
work in marketing companies such as Perkin Elmer, Mecomb, Interscience etc. In
addition, there are opportunities for graduates to serve as chemists and engineers in the
electronics industry, such as Intel, Dynacraft, and Solectron. Graduates can also venture
into other fields or pursue MSc or PhD degrees in the School.
Alumni
Alumni of the School of Chemical Sciences
All graduates of the School of Chemical Sciences automatically become members of the
Chemistry Alumni. It is hoped that participation in activities organised by the Chemistry
Alumni or the Alumni of the School of Chemical Sciences will foster better relationship
and cooperation among members and also with the School for the benefits of all. It is
hoped that nostalgia and love towards the alma mater can be brought back through the
Chemistry Alumni.
All graduates of the School of Chemical Sciences can update their information or register
as members by using the on-line form via http://www.usm.my/chem./alumni. htm
Awards and Dean’s Certificate
(a)
Royal Education Award by the Malaysian Rulers’ Council
For the best final year students in all fields.
(b)
Tuanku Chancellor Gold Medal Award
For the best final year student in all fields.
(c)
USM Gold Medal Award (awarded by Woman’s Association USM)
For the best female final year student in all fields.
(d)
USM Gold Medal Award (awarded by Tun Dato’ Seri Dr. Lim Chong Eu)
For the best final year student in the Bachelor of Science.
(e)
USM Gold Medal Award (awarded by Nestle Products Sdn. Bhd.)
For the best final year student in the Bachelor of Applied Science.
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(f)
USM Gold Medal Award (awarded by Chemical Company of Malaysia
Bhd.)
For the best final year student in the field of Chemistry.
(g)
USM Book Award (awarded by Hoechst Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.)
For the best final year student in the field of Industrial Chemistry.
(h)
Dean’s Certificate will be awarded to any student in the School of Chemical
Sciences who has achieved academic excellence. The certificate will be awarded
every semester.
Association of the School
Persatuan Sains Kimia
Students in the School of Chemical Sciences are encouraged not only to pursue academic
excellence but also to be active in extra-curricular and self-development activities. This is
made possible through Persatuan Sains Kimia which functions to safeguard the students’
welfare and also provide a platform for them to cultivate their interests in various fields.
Higher Education
Students who are interested to pursue higher degrees can choose any of the following
programmes:
(a)
Full or part-time programme leading to degrees in Master of Science and Doctor
of Philosophy by research.
(b)
Full or part-time mixed mode programme (a combination of course work and
research) leading to a Master of Science degree.
Further information can be obtained from the Deputy Dean’s office
(Postgraduate Studies and Research) or the Institute of Postgraduate Studies.
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Facilities
The School is equipped with teaching and research laboratories as well as modern
equipment to ensure high quality teaching. Existing analytical and characterisation
instruments include NMR 300 and 400 MHz, ICP-MS, GC/MS, DSC-TGA and GPC,
CHN Analyser, various types of HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV, IR, AAS and fluorescence
spectrophotometers, electroanalytical system, Guoy balance, porosimeter, sintering
equipment, electroplating apparatus and other supporting equipment. The School is also
equipped with Electronics and Glass-Blowing Workshops as well as other related
instruments.
The expertise and facilities available in the School of Chemical Sciences are always
tapped by the industries and government agencies to help in solving problems faced by
them. In line with the desire to improve the consultancy services offered by the School,
the School of Chemical Sciences has taken a proactive step by setting up an Analytical
Services Unit (MUPA) to offer more effective services for the industrial sector.
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COURSE STRUCTURE
(i)
Structure of Study Programme
Course Component
Basic/Core (T)
Minor/Elective (M/E)
University (U)
Total
(ii)
Credit Unit Requirement
B.Sc. (Hons)
65
: 16
Minor
or
Elective : 16
and
MAA 161/4 (compulsory for all students)
15
100
Industrial Training
Second year students are encouraged to apply for undergoing Industrial Training
(KIE 360/0) at the end of second year subjected to the conditions imposed by the
School. Students will be graded either PASS (P) or FAIL (F) after fulfilling all
the requirements.
(iii)
Final Year Project
Students are encouraged to register for KUE 309/6 – Chemistry Project during
their final year of studies. This involves conducting research work for two
semesters and submitting a thesis based on the specified conditions and format
for evaluation.
For students who do not register for the final year project, they can fulfill the 6
units requirement by registering for other courses offered by the School.
(iv)
Assessment
The assessment of a course will be done by:(i)
(ii)
Examination
Course work
The assessment will cover knowledge, applications, analytical and writing skills.
Skills which are not assessed through examinations will be assessed through
course work in the form of assignments or practical work.
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Weightage for the examination and course work components are as follows:(a)
Full theory course:
Examination
Coursework
(b)
(c)
70 %
30 %
Theory course with practical:
Examination
Coursework
Practical report
60 %
15 %
25 %
Full practical course:
Practical report
Test
70 %
30 %
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LIST OF COURSES OFFERED
B.Sc. Hons. ( Pure Chemistry) Programme
(i)
Basic/Core Courses*
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65 Units
Selection of courses (6 units are required)
BOI 101/3
Biodiversity
BOI 102/3
Ecology
BOI 103/3
Cellular Biochemistry
BOI 104/3
Genetics
ZCT 103/3
Physics III (Vibrations, Waves and Optics)
ZCT 104/3
Physics IV (Modern Physics)
Prerequisite
Compulsory courses
MAA 101/4
Calculus
KTT 111/3
Inorganic Chemistry I
KOT 121/3
Organic Chemistry I
KFT 131/3
Physical Chemistry I
KAT 141/3
Analytical Chemistry I
KUT 101/2
Chemistry Practical I
KUT 102/2
Chemistry Practical II
KAT 241/3
Analytical Chemistry II
Prerequisite
KAT 141(s),
KUT 205(c)
KFT 232/3
Physical Chemistry II
KFT 131(s)
KOT 222/3
Organic Chemistry II
KOT 121(s)
KTT 212/3
Inorganic Chemistry II
KTT 111(s)
KUT 203/2
Chemistry Practical III - Inorganic
KUT 101(s)
KUT 204/2
Chemistry Practical IV - Physical
KUT 102(s)
KUT 205/2
Chemistry Practical V - Analytical
KUT 101(s),
KAT 241(c)
KUT 206/2
Chemistry Practical VI - Organic
KUT 102(s)
KOT 121(s)
KFT 331/3
Physical Chemistry III
KFT 232(s)
KOT 323/3
Organic Chemistry III
KOT 222(s)
KTT 313/3
Inorganic Chemistry III
KTT 212(s)
KUT 307/2
Chemistry Practical VII - Inorganic and
KUT 203(s),
Analytical
KUT 205(s)
KUT 308/2
Chemistry Practical VIII - Physical and
KUT 204(s),
Organic
KUT 206(s)
Students are required to select either KUE 309/6 or 6 units of other courses to
fulfill the 65 units of Basic/Core Courses
*All the courses offered are subjected to the alteration/modification when the need arises.
(s) = sequential (Course must be taken earlier)
(c) = concurrent (Course can be taken earlier or concurrently)
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(ii) Compulsory Courses (4 units)
MAA 161/4
Introductory Statistics
(iii) Elective Courses
Selection of 16 units (to fulfill the elective component).*
Prerequisite
KOE 223/2
Organic Chemistry Mechanism
KTE 211/2
Group Theory and Spectroscopy
KOT 121(s),
KOT 222 (c)
KTT 111(s),
KFT 131(s)
KFE 331/3
KOE 322/3
KTE 311/3
KUE 309/6
Special Topics in Physical Chemistry
Natural Product Chemistry
Selected Topics in Inorganic Chemistry
Chemistry Project
KOT 222(s)
KTT 212(s)
*Additional units to fulfill the elective units must be taken/chosen from Analytical
Chemistry/Industrial Chemistry courses.
(iv) Industrial Training (Optional)
KIE 360/0
Industrial Training
(v) Minor Programme – (16 units)
All Minor Programmes offered by other Schools can be taken by the Chemistry
Students subject to the requirements imposed by the School/Centre which offers the
programmes. Priority is given to the Minor Programmes in Management, Computer,
Communication, English or other Sciences. Please refer to the book of minor
programmes Guideline.
(s) = sequential (Course must be taken earlier)
(c) = concurrent (Course can be taken earlier or concurrently)
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SUGGESTED REGISTRATION OF COURSES #
PURE CHEMISTRY
(a) MAJOR / MINOR
COMPONENT
University Compulsory Course
Basic/Core Course
Minor Course
Total Credit Hour
COMPONENT
SEMESTER 1
COURSE CODE
CREDIT HOUR
WUS101
2
KAT141
3
KTT111
3
KUT101 / KUT102
2
BOI / ZCT
3
MAA101
4
M
3
20
SEMESTER 2
COURSE CODE
CREDIT HOUR
U
4
KFT131
3
KOT121
3
KUT102 / KUT101
2
BOI / ZCT
3
SEMESTER 1
COURSE CODE
CREDIT HOUR
SEMESTER 2
COURSE CODE
CREDIT HOUR
U
3
KFT232
3
KUT203 / KUT204 / KUT 206
4
MAA161
University Compulsory Course
Basic/Core Course
Minor Course
Total Credit Hour
COMPONENT
University Compulsory Course
Basic/Core Course
Minor Course
Total Credit Hour
SHE101
KAT241
KOT222
KTT212
KUT203 / KUT204 /
KUT206
KUT205
M
2
3
3
3
2
2
3
18
4
19
M
SEMESTER 1
COURSE CODE
CREDIT HOUR
U
2
KFT331
3
KUT307 / KUT308
2
KTT313
3
KUE309
3
M
3
16
SEMESTER 3
COURSE CODE
CREDIT HOUR
SEMESTER 3
COURSE CODE
CREDIT HOUR
3
13
SEMESTER 2
COURSE CODE
CREDIT HOUR
U
2
KUT308 / KUT307
2
KOT323
3
KUE309
3
M
SEMESTER 3
COURSE CODE
CREDIT HOUR
4
14
1
2
Distribution of credit for each semester (12-19 Credit)
> 20 credit, approval from Dean is required
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PURE CHEMISTRY
(b) MAJOR / ELECTIVE
COMPONENT
University Compulsory Course
Basic/Core Course
Elective Course
Total Credit Hour
COMPONENT
SEMESTER 1
COURSE CODE
CREDIT HOUR
WUS101
2
KAT141
3
KTT111
3
KUT101 / KUT102
2
MAA101
4
MAA161
4
18
SEMESTER 2
COURSE CODE
CREDIT HOUR
U
4
KFT131
3
KOT121
3
KUT102 / KUT101
2
BOI / ZCT
3
SEMESTER 1
COURSE CODE
CREDIT HOUR
SEMESTER 2
COURSE CODE
CREDIT HOUR
3
15
University Compulsory Courses
Basic/Core Course
Elective Course
Total Credit Hour
COMPONENT
University Compulsory Course
Basic/Core Course
Elective Course
Total Credit Hour
U
SHE101
KAT241
KOT222
KTT212
KUT203 / KUT204 /
KUT206
KUT205
KOE223
SEMESTER 3
COURSE CODE
CREDIT HOUR
2
3
3
3
2
2
2
17
KFT232
KUT203 / KUT204 / KUT206
3
4
ZCT
3
KTE211
2
15
SEMESTER 1
COURSE CODE
CREDIT HOUR
U
2
KFT331
3
KUT307 / KUT308
2
KTT313
3
KUE309
3
SEMESTER 2
COURSE CODE
CREDIT HOUR
U
2
KUT307 / KUT308
2
KOT323
3
KUE309
3
KIE355
KFE331
KTE311
KOE322
3
3
19
SEMESTER 3
COURSE CODE
CREDIT HOUR
SEMESTER 3
COURSE CODE
CREDIT HOUR
3
3
16
1
2
Distribution of credit for each semester (12-19 Credit)
> 20 credit, approval from Dean is required
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Upon completion of this programme, students will be able to :
PO1
Knowledge
PO2
Practical Skills
PO3
Sceintific Methods, Critical
Thinking & Problem Solving
Skills
Communication Skills
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO7
PO8
Social Skills , Team working,
Responsibility, Leadership
skills
Life Long Learning &
Information Management
Professionalism,
Humanities,Values,
Attitudes, Ethics
Managerial
Entrepreneurial Skills
&
Have firm foundations in the fundamentals of chemistry.
Apply knowledge of principles of chemistry to solve problems.
Plan and execute experiments according to scientific methods.
Use modern instrumentation and classical techniques, to design experiments, and to properly
record the results of their experiments.
Perform laboratory techniques safely and accurately.
Interpret experiments and express the results in clearly written laboratory reports and in oral
or poster presentations.
Identify, analyse and solve problems in chemistry using systematic methods.
Express ideas in an informed, coherent, and effective manner, articulate and develop a
sustained argument, both orally and in writing.
Interpret experiments and communicate the results of their work to chemists and nonchemists.
Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in teams.
Execute the tasks given responsibly.
Demonstrate the ability to lead / facilitate teams.
Use knowledge gained for self development and continuous improvement.
Demonstrate the ability to use various retrieval methods to obtain information on issues
relating to chemistry.
Identify the relationship between chemistry and other disciplines, the applications and
impact of chemistry in society.
Demonstrate commitment to ethical issues in their field of work
Compile, analyse and interpret data honestly and ethically
Develop interest, curiosity, persistence, eagerness and confidence as chemists.
Apply the basic knowledge or principles of managerial and entrepreneurship related to
chemical sciences.
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SYNOPSIS OF COURSES
KAT 141/3 Analytical Chemistry I
Stoichiometry calculations, statistical data treatment, concepts of equilibrium,
gravimetric analysis, acid-base equilibria, acid-base titrations, complexometric titrations,
precipitation reactions and titrations, electrochemical cells and redox titrations.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Apply the knowledge of basic concepts of concentrations to calculate the various
types of concentrations.
2. Apply the knowledge of statistical concepts in analytical chemistry to present the
correct calculation and decision.
3. Apply the knowledge of various chemical equilibria including acid-base,
complexometry, gravimetry and redox to explain the various titration methods.
4. Demonstrate the ability to apply appropriate equations to solve problems in chemical
equilibrium using systematic methods.
Text Book and References
1.
2.
G. D. Christian, Analytical Chemistry, 6th Edition, John Wiley & Sons (2004).
D. A. Skoog, D. M. West and F. J. Holler, Analytical Chemistry: An Introduction,
Saunders College Publishing (2000).
KFT 131/3 Physical Chemistry I
Properties of gases: gas laws, van der Waals equation, kinetic theory of gases, principle
of the corresponding states, Maxwell-Boltzman distribution, effusion, diffusion, viscosity
and thermal conductivity.
Chemical kinetics: rate laws, temperature effect, experimental methods, complex
reactions. First law of thermodynamics: work, heat, energy, enthalpy change, heat
capacity, adiabatic and isothermal processes, reversible and irreversible processes.
Thermochemistry.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Apply the van der Waals and other equation of states to distinguish between ideal
and real gases.
2. Apply the knowledge of kinetic theory of gases to explain the various molecular
collisions, speeds and transport properties of gases.
3. Demonstrate how kinetic and thermodynamic principles can be used to determine the
reaction rates and various thermodynamic parameters of reversible and irreversible
processes, respectively.
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4.
Demonstrate the ability to apply equations to discuss and solve problems on gas
properties, chemical kinetics and thermodynamics.
Text Book and References
1.
2.
3.
I.N. Levine, Physical Chemistry, 6th Edition, McGraw Hill International Ed. (2009).
R.J. Silbey, R.A. Alberty and M.G. Bawendi, Physical Chemistry, 4th Edition, John
Wiley & Sons (2005).
P.W. Atkins, Physical Chemistry, 7th Edition, Oxford University Press (2002).
KOT 121/3 Organic Chemistry I
Electronic structure and bonding. Acids and bases. An introduction to organic
compounds: and functional groups nomenclature and representation of structure.
Reactions of alkanes, alkenes and alkynes. Stereochemistry: the arrangement of atoms in
space, the stereochemistry of addition reactions. Delocalised electrons and resonance.
Reactions at a sp3 hybridized carbon: nucleophilic substitution reactions of alkyl halides,
elimination reactions of alkyl halides and compounds with leaving groups other than
halogen. Structure, synthesis and reactions of alcohols, ethers and epoxides.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Apply knowledge of structure and bonding to explain the properties of various
classes of compounds such as alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols, ethers and
epoxides.
2. Apply the correct chemical nomenclature in naming organic compounds.
3. Apply the knowledge of organic reactions to discuss and solve problems on various
organic reactions.
4. Demonstrate the ability to apply organic chemistry principles to explain the
stereochemistry of organic reactions.
Text Book and References
1.
2.
3.
4.
J.G. Smith, Organic Chemistry, 2nd Edition, McGraw Hill (2008).
L.G. Wade, Organic Chemistry, 6th Edition, Pearson Education Inc. (2006).
P.Y. Bruice, Organic Chemistry, 4th Edition, Prentice Hall (2004).
T.W. Solomons and C. Fryhle, Organic Chemistry, 7th Edition, Wiley & Sons
(2000).
KTT 111/3 Inorganic Chemistry I
This course will introduce topics in basic chemistry such as stoichiometry, atomic
structure, nuclear chemistry, periodic table, chemical bonding and properties of matter.
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Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Apply the knowledge of stoichiometry to discuss and solve problems on
stoichiometric problems.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Apply the knowledge of the atoms in the periodic table to discuss the relationship
between the elements in the group and in a particular period.
Apply the Bohr Theory and wave mechanics to understand the electronic
configuration and bonding theory in chemical bond formation.
Apply the knowledge of nuclear chemistry to explain the radioactive decay and to
understand the safe and unsafe uses of radioactive elements.
Apply the knowledge of structures, properties of solids to explain the various types
of materials.
Text Book and References
1.
2.
3.
4.
J.E. Brady and F. Senese, and N.D. Jespersen, Chemistry, 5th Edition, John Wiley
and Sons (2009).
K.W. Whitten, R.E. Davis, M.L. Peck and G.G. Stanley, General Chemistry, 7th
Edition, Brooks /Cole - Thomson Learning (2004).
S.S. Martin, Chemistry – The Molecular Nature of Matter and Change, 5th Edition,
McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc (2009).
R. Chang, Chemistry, 8th Edition, McGraw-Hill (2005).
KUT 101/2 Chemistry Practical I
The experiments were extracted from the book: J. H. Nelson and K. C. Kemp, Laboratory
Experiments for Chemistry: The Central Science, 10th Edition, Pearson Prentice Hall
(2006).
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Demonstrate competence in appropriate basic laboratory techniques in analytical and
inorganic chemistry.
2. Interpret data from laboratory observation and measurement.
3. Display safe laboratory practices.
4. Apply theoretical chemistry to solve problems in the practical area.
5. Write reports clearly, concisely and appropriately.
KUT 102/2 Chemistry Practical II
The experiments were extracted from the book: J. H. Nelson and K. C. Kemp, Laboratory
Experiments for Chemistry: The Central Science, 10th Edition, Pearson Prentice Hall
(2006).
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Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Demonstrate competence in appropriate basic laboratory techniques in organic and
physical chemistry.
2. Interpret data from laboratory observation and measurement.
3. Display safe laboratory practices.
4.
5.
Apply theoretical chemistry to solve problems in the practical area.
Write reports clearly, concisely and appropriately.
KAT 241/3 Analytical Chemistry II
KAT 141(s), KUT 205(c)
Basic principles, instrumentation and applications in qualitative and quantitative analyses
of the following techniques:
Electroanalytical methods
Spectroscopic methods
Chromatographic methods
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Demonstrate understanding in the basic principles of atomic and molecular
spectroscopic methods, separation methods and electrochemical methods.
2. Describe and discuss the instrumentation and techniques of the various analytical
methods.
3. Discuss the applications of the various methods for the analyses of samples.
Text Book and References
1.
2.
G.D. Christian, Analytical Chemistry, 6th Edition, John Wiley & Son (2004).
D.A. Skoog, F.J. Holler and S.R. Crouch, Principles of Instrumental Analysis, 6th
Edition, Thomson Brooks/Cole (2007).
KFT 232/3 Physical Chemistry II
KFT 131(s)
First, second and third laws of thermodynamics, work, heat and energy, enthalpy change,
heat capacity, adiabatic expansion, entropy, Gibbs and Helmholtz energies, chemical
potential, fugacity, open system and composition change.
Changes of State: physical transformation of pure substances and mixture. Phase
diagram, stability of phases, Clapeyron equation, partial molar quantities,
thermodynamics of mixing, properties of solution, activity, phase diagram for systems
with two and three components. Electrochemistry: Debye Huckel theory, electrochemical
cell, electrode potential and thermodynamics of cell.
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Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Apply the first, second and third laws of thermodynamics to solve problems in
physical chemistry.
2. Describe the partial molar quantities of a mixture.
3. Use appropriate equations to calculate the chemical potential.
4. Use the Debye-Huckel equation to calculate the thermodynamic equilibrium
constant.
5. Relate the thermodynamic principles to electrochemical cells including the
derivation of the Nernst equation.
Text Book and References
1.
2.
3.
4.
A.J. Silbey, R.A. Alberty and M.G. Bawendi, Physical Chemistry, 4th Edition, John
Wiley (2005).
P.W. Atkins, Physical Chemistry, 6th Edition, Oxford University Press (2001).
I.N. Levine, Physical Chemistry, 5th Edition, McGraw-Hill International Ed. (2002).
J. Laider, J.H. Meiser and B.C. Sanctuary, Physical Chemistry, 4th Edition,
Houghton Mifflin Co. (2003).
KOT 222/3 Organic Chemistry II
KOT 121(s)
Identification of organic compounds: mass spectrometry, infrared spectroscopy,
ultraviolet/visible spectroscopy and NMR spectroscopy. Oxidation, reductionand redical
reactions. Aromatic compounds: aromaticity, reactions of benzene and substituted
benzenes. Introduction to carboxylic acids: nomenclature, structure, preparation and
reactions and acidity. Introduction to carbonyl chemistry: organometallic reagents,
nucleophilic acyl substitution and the use of protecting groups.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Describe and name carbonyl and aromatic compounds and propose the synthesis of
these compounds.
2. Predict the products and propose appropriate mechanisms for the reactions of the
above compounds.
3. Identify and determine the structure of an unknown compound with different
spectroscopic techniques
4. Discuss the concept of resonance to account for the stabilities of conjugated dienes,
allylic radicals and cations.
5. Predict the products and propose the appropriate mechanisms for oxidation,
reduction and radical reactions.
Text Book and References
1. J.G. Smith, Organic Chemistry, 2nd Edition, McGraw (2008).
2. L.G. Wade, Organic Chemistry, 6th Edition, Pearson Education Inc. (2006).
3. P.Y. Bruice, Organic Chemistry, 4th Edition, Prentice Hall (2004).
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4.
T.W. Solomons and C.Fryhle, Organic Chemistry, 7th Edition, John Wiley & Sons
(2000).
KOE 223/2 Organic Chemistry Mechanism
KOT 121(s), KOT 222(c)
The meaning of reaction mechanisms. Energy profile diagrams. Intermediates vs.
transition states. Methods of determining mechanisms. Structure/reactivity correlations.
Molecular rearrangements.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Relate structures of molecules to their reactivity in different reaction situations and
to propose and write plausible mechanisms for given organic reactions.
2. Distinguish between intermediates and transition states and to predict product(s) of
kinetically-controlled and that (those) of thermodynamically-controlled reactions.
3. Demonstrate that the mechanisms of organic reactions can be deduced from kinetic
and non-kinetic approaches or techniques.
4. Apply the Hammett and Taft equations in the determination of reaction mechanisms.
5. Write mechanisms for specific rearrangement reactions and understand the use of
kinetic and non-kinetic techniques in support of these mechanisms.
References
1.
2.
P. Sykes, A Guidebook to Mechanism in Organic Chemistry, 4th Edition, Longman
(1975).
P. Sykes, The Search for Organic Reaction Pathways, Longman (1974).
KTE 211/2 Group Theory and Spectroscopy
KTT 111(s), KFT 131(s)
Group theory including symmetrical element and operation, determination of point
groups, basic concept of group theory for chemical species, concepts of irreducible
representations and reducible representations and application of group theory in
vibrational spectroscopy and molecular orbitals. Spectroscopy (basic principles on
molecular, rotational infrared FTIR, vibrational, electronic, ultraviolet-visible UV-VIS,
FT-IR and nuclear magnetic resonance NMR).
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Identify the symmetrical elements and operation of molecule based on group theory.
2. Apply the knowledge of group theory in vibrational spectroscopy and molecular
orbitals.
3. Explain basic principles of various spectroscopic techniques including UV, IR and
NMR spectroscopy.
4. Interpret spectroscopic data related to inorganic or coordination compounds.
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Text Book and References
1.
2.
3.
4.
(a) M. Orchin, H.H. Jaffe, Symmetry. Point Groups and Character Tables; I,
Symmetry operations and their importance for chemical problems, J. Chem.
Educ., 47, 372 (1970)
(b) M. Orchin, H.H. Jaffe, Symmetry Point Groups, and Character Tables; II,
Classification of molecules into point groups, J. Chem. Educ., 47, 246 (1970).
C.E. Housecroft and A.G. Sharpe, Inorganic Chemistry, 2nd Edition, Pearson
Education Limited (2005).
J.M. Hollas, Modern Spectroscopy, 4th Editon, John Wiley & Sons Ltd. (2004).
D.L. Pavia, G.M. Lampman and G.S. Kriz, Spectroscopy, 2nd Edition, Harcourt
Brace College Publishers (1979).
KTT 212/3 Inorganic Chemistry II
KTT 111(s)
Introduction on transition metal complexes and coordination chemistry. Structure,
isomerism and nomenclature, formation constant for transition metal complexes,
preparation of coordination compounds and spectroscopy, bonding theory in the
formation of transition metal complexes, introduction on the reaction mechanism and
application of transition metal complexes in organometallic and bioinorganics chemistry.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Describe all the fundamental properties and characteristics related to transition
metals and their complexes.
2. Apply the knowledge of coordination compounds to explain the formation of metalligand complexes.
3. Apply various chemical bond theories to explain the compounds containing metalligand and metal-metal bonding.
4. Apply the knowledge of coordination chemistry in reaction mechanisms,
organometallics and bioinorganics.
Text Book and References
1.
2.
3.
4.
C.E.Housecroft and A.G.Sharpe, Inorganic Chemistry, 2nd Edition, Pearson
Education Limited (2005).
(a) F.A. Cotton and G. Wilkinson, Basic Inorganic Chemistry, John Wiley (1976)
(b) F.A. Cotton, G. Wilkinson, and P.L.Gaus, Basic Inorganic Chemistry, 3rd
Edition, John Wiley & Sons, Inc. (1995)
P.W. Shriver, C.H. Atkins and C.H. Langford, Coordination Chemistry, Oxford
University Press pages 192-226 and pages 434-494 (1990).
F.A. Cotton, G.C. Wilkinson, A. Murillo and M. Bochmann, Advanced Inorganic
Chemistry, 6th. Edition, John Wiley (1999).
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KUT 203/2 Chemistry Practical III - Inorganic
KUT 101(s)
Basic techniques of preparation and characterisation of inorganic compounds. This
course includes the following list of experiments. Students need to carry out the
experiments selected from the list and they have to refer to the Practical Manual KUT
203/2:1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Studies on a metal complex, potassium trioxalatoaluminate (II) trihydrate
K3[Al(ox)3].3H2O.
Preparation and conductivities of complex compounds [Co(NH 3)4CO3]NO3 and
[Co(NH3)5Cl]Cl2.
Synthesis of bis(triphenylpohosphine)copper(II) borohydride, (Ph 3P)2CuBH4.
Complex ion composition using JOB’s method.
The chemistry of vanadium.
Electronic spectra of coordination compounds.
Preparation and resolution of the tri(ethylenediamine)cobalt(III) ion into its optical
antipodes.
Characterisation of the linkage isomers: nitropentaaminecobalt(III) chloride,
[Co(NH3)5NO2]Cl2 and nitritopentaaminecobalt(III) chloride, [Co(NH 3)5ONO]Cl2
The electronic spectra of some copper(II) complexes.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Demonstrate the common techniques on the synthesis of inorganic compounds and
methods of characterisation.
2. Interpret data associated with the synthesis and the products obtained at laboratory
scale.
3. Use the data obtained to illustrate inorganic chemistry principles.
4. Demonstrate safety practices in inorganic laboratory.
5. Write reports following the appropriate format.
References
Practical Manual KUT 203
KUT 204/2 Chemistry Practical IV - Physical
KUT 102(s)
This course contains the following set of experiments. Only 12 out of 15 experiments will
be selected for each semester.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Primary salt effect.
Determination of the vapour pressure and molar enthalpy of vapourisation of 2propanol.
Determination of the rate constant of a second order reaction using electrical
conductance.
Simultaneous determination of chloride-iodide mixture: Evaluation of Ksp for AgCl
and Agl.
Determination of heat and entropy of solution of potassium hydrogen tartrate
(C4H5O6K) at 35ºC.
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6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
Determination of the dissociation constant of an indicator.
Thermodynamics of electrochemical cells.
Fractional distillation.
Heterogeneous equilibrium: the three component liquid system with incomplete
miscibility.
Determination of molecular weight of high polymer by viscosity method.
Hydrogen bonding between phenol molecules.
Electrochemistry of solution.
UV spectra of conjugated carbonyl.
Adsorption photometry - simultaneous analysis of a two-component mixture of Cr3+
and Co2+ spectrophotometrically.
Kinetics of the persulfate-iodide reaction.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Apply the principles of thermodynamics and kinetics in illustrative experiments.
2. Demonstrate competence in a variety of physico-chemical measurement techniques.
3. Analyse and interpret the experimental data obtained.
4. Demonstrate the ability of scientific communications through written reports.
5. Display safe laboratory practices.
References
Practical Manual KUT 204
KUT 205/2 Chemistry Practical V - Analytical
KUT 101(s), KAT 241(c)
Experiments involving ultraviolet-visible and infrared spectroscopy, ion exchange resin,
fluoride ion selective electrode, flame emission and atomic absorption spectroscopy, high
performance liquid chromatography, gas chromatography and electrogravimetry.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Demonstrate competence in the methods of instrumental analysis based on
spectroscopic methods such as UV/Visible spectrophotometry, infrared
spectrophotometry, atomic absorption and flame emission spectroscopy.
2. Apply methods of instrumental analysis based on electrochemical methods.
3. Apply methods of instrumental analysis based on separation methods such as gas
chromatography and high performance liquid chromatography.
4. Display safe laboratory practices.
5. Write reports on the basis of experimental results and to draw correct conclusions.
References
Practical Manual KUT 205
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KUT 206/2 Chemistry Practical VI – Organic
KUT 102 (s)
Basic organic techniques in chromatography (thin-layer, column and gas-liquid),
fractional distillation, extraction and isolation techniques, spectroscopy (NMR, IR, UV &
MS) and classical qualitative analysis are introduced through a series of compulsory
experiments. This is followed by several experiments which expose the student to a
selection of techniques in physical organic chemistry (such as the investigation of
resonance energy related to unsaturated , carbonyl system) and preparative organic
chemistry involving some distinct reactions e.g. the Diels-Alder, pinacol-pinacolone
rearrangement and the Michael conjugate addition).
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Demonstrate competence when conducting and applying various separation
techniques
2. Deduce the structures of simple organic compounds from their chemical and physical
characteristics and IR and NMR spectra.
3. Perform various multi-step small scale syntheses including purification of the end
products.
4. Write reports clearly and appropriately for all the experimental reactions conducted.
5. Display safe laboratory practices.
Text Book and References
1.
J. A. Landgrebe, Theory and Practice in the Organic Laboratory, Cole Publishing
Company (1993).
KFE 331/3 Special Topics in Physical Chemistry
KFT 331(c)
This course contains the following topics. A few topics will be selected for each
semester:
1. Physical chemical treatment of wastewater.
2. Approximation methods in quantum chemistry.
3. Physical aspects of polymer.
4. Molecular modeling and computational chemistry.
5. Adsorption and heterogeneous catalysis.
6. Application of electrochemistry.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Demonstrate understanding in the current issues related to physical chemistry.
2. Apply fundamentals of chemistry in solving current physical chemistry problems.
3. Display the ability to discuss the current issues orally and in writing.
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KFT 331/3 Physical Chemistry III
KFT 232(s)
Quantum theory: Wave-particle duality, postulates, uncertainty principle, Schroedinger
equation, particle in a one dimensional box, harmonic oscillator and rigid rotor.
Statistical thermodynamics: Boltzmann distribution, ensemble, partition functions,
calculation of thermodynamic functions.
Kinetics: transition state theory, thermodynamics of reactions, reaction in solution,
reactive species, photochemistry, oscillating reactions.
Dynamic electrochemistry: electric double layer, rate of charge transfer, polarisation, fuel
cell, corrosion.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Apply the postulates to formulate the modern quantum theory.
2. Solve the Schroedinger equation for the particle-in-a-box problems.
3. State and calculate the thermodynamic quantities from partition functions.
4. Demonstrate competence in applying the collision and transition-state theories.
5. Apply the Michaelis-Menten mechanism to explain an enzyme-catalysed reaction.
Text Book and References
1.
2.
3.
4.
R.J. Silbey, R.A. Alberty and M.G. Bawendi, Physical Chemistry, 4th Edition, John
Wiley (2005).
P.W. Atkins, Physical Chemistry, 7th Edition, Oxford University Press, (2002).
I.N. Levine, Physical Chemistry, 5th Edition, McGraw-Hill International Edition,
(2002).
J. Laider, J.H. Meiser and B.C. Sanctuary, Physical Chemistry, 4th Edition,
Houghton Mifflin Co. (2003).
KIE 360/0 Industrial Training
The duration of Industrial Training in between 8-10 weeks at the local industries
identified by the school. At the end of the training, students must submit a report and
present a seminar at the school.
KOE 322/3 Natural Products Chemistry
KOT 222(s)
Chemistry and properties of biological molecules, fats and steroids.
Vitamins.
Monosaccharides, disaccharides and polysaccharides.
Amino acids and proteins.
Nucleic acids. Mechanisms of enzymic reactions.
Biogenesis and biosynthesis of various main groups of natural products - terpenes,
alkaloids, polyketides and shikimic acid derivatives. Other compounds which will also
be described include prostaglandins, insect pheromones, antibiotics and current topics of
interest. Chemistry of natural product molecules or their synthetic analogs of
pharmaceutical or agricultural importance. Practical skill in natural product isolation and
structure elucidation.
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Learning Outcomes
Part A: Theory
Students are able to:
1. Identify the types of natural products and methods of extraction, isolation and
characterisation.
2. Use appropriate reagents in the synthesis of natural product analogues.
3. Relate reactions such as, alkylation, phenolic oxidative coupling, redox reaction,
oxidative cleavage of aromatic ring in the construction of natural products
compounds.
4. Demonstrate the acetate, shikimate, mevalonate pathways in the biosynthesis of
saturated and unsaturated fatty acid, prostaglandins, aromatic amino acids, alkaloids
and terpenes.
Part B: Practical
Students are able to:
1. Apply methods of extraction, isolation and characterisation in natural product
identification.
2. Analyse and interpret the experimental data obtained and write reports clearly and
appropriately.
3. Display safe laboratory practices.
Text Book and References
1.
2.
3.
4.
P.Y. Bruice, Organic Chemistry, 4th Edition, Prentice Hall (2004).
P.M. Dewick, Medicinal Natural Product “A Biosynthetic Approach”, 2nd Edition,
Wiley & Son (2002).
J. M. Coxon and J. A. Gerrard, Worked Solutions in Organic Chemistry, 3rd
Edition, Blackie Academic and professional (1998).
K.C. Nicolaou and E. J. Sorensen. Classic in Total Synthesis. Targets, Strategies,
Methods, VCH (1996).
KOT 323/3 Organic Chemistry III
KOT 222(s)
Structure, synthesis and reaction of amines, carboxylic acids and carboxylic acid
derivatives. Condensations and alpha substitution of carbonyl compounds.
Carbohydrates, nucleic acids, amino acids, peptides and proteins.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Predict the products and propose the appropriate mechanisms for the reactions of
amines, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, carbohydrates,
amino acids and peptides with various compounds.
2. Display the ability to predict the products and propose the appropriate mechanism
for Aldol and Claisen condensations, malonic ester and acetoacetic ester syntheses,
Michael reaction and Robinson annulation.
3. Use the appropriate carbon-carbon bon-formation reactions in organic synthesis.
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Text Book and References
1.
2.
3.
4.
L.G. Wade, Organic Chemistry, 6th Edition, Pearson Education Inc. (2006).
P.Y. Bruice, Organic Chemistry, 4th Edition, Prentice Hall (2004) Main Textbook.
T.W. Solomons and C.Fryhle, Organic Chemistry, 7th Edition, Wiley & Sons
(2000).
J.G.Smith, Organic Chemistry, 2nd. Edition, McGraw Hill (2008).
KTE 311/3 Selected Topics in Inorganic Chemistry
KTT 212(s)
The chemistry of main group cluster compounds, transition metal cluster complexes,
halogen, phosphorus-nitrogen compounds, and organosilicon shall be discussed and
elaborated. Several advanced topics in the areas of organometallics, reaction mechanisms
and current development in inorganic chemistry may also be discussed.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Explain the properties and structures of main group cluster, cage and ring
compounds.
2. Differentiate the different transition metal cluster complexes based on structure and
bonding properties.
3. Discuss the physical, chemical and spectroscopic properties of selected groups of
elements from group 14 – 18.
Text Book and References
1.
2.
3.
C.E. Housecroft and A.G. Sharpe, Inorganic Chemistry, 1st Edition, part of Chapter
2 pages 62-68 and Chapter 14 pages 315-350, Prentice Hall, England (2001).
C. Eaborn, Organosilicon Chemistry, Butterworth Publication Limited, Chapters: 1 4 (1960).
C. Elschenbroich and A. Salzer, Organometallics: A concise Introduction. 2nd Ed.
Published by VCH. Chapter 8 (1992)
KTT 313/3 Inorganic Chemistry III
KTT 212(s)
Ring, chain, cage and cluster of inorganic compounds. Halogen and inert gases:
halogens in positive oxidation states, halides and pseudo-halogen.
Extension of
coordination chemistry: complex structures and reaction mechanisms.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Demonstrate the role of inorganic chemistry in biological processes.
2. Apply the knowledge of bioinorganic chemistry to explain the reactions in biological
systems including ATP and ADP.
3. Discuss the organometallic compounds in relation to metal groups and the chemistry
of organometallic complexes.
4. Describe the synthesis, structure and bonding of organometallic compounds from
group 1 to 5.
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5.
Apply the organometallic chemistry on their relevant complexes and typical reaction
such as in catalysis.
Text Book and References
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
C.E. Housecroft and A.G. Sharpe, Inorganic Chemistry, 2nd Edition, Pearson
Education Limited, Chap 18 and 23 (2005).
C. Elschenbroich and A. Salzer, Organometallics - A Concise Introduction, 2nd Ed.,
VCH Publishers Inc. Chapter 8, p 94-115 (1992).
M. Bochmann, Organometallics 1: Complexes with Transition Metal-Carbon SigmaBonds. Oxford University Press Inc. (1994).
M. Bochmann, Organometallics 2: Complexes with Transition Metal-Carbon PiBonds, Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc. (1994).
Rat-Malone and M. Rosette, Bioinorganic a short course, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
(2002).
KUE 309/6 Chemistry Project
Research projects on various chemistry topics.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Demonstrate competence in various measurement techniques.
2. Identify problems and demonstrate the problem solving skills.
3. Analyse and interpret the data, write concise reports and discuss the result orally.
4. Demonstrate the ability to use various retrieval methods to obtain information.
5. Display safe laboratory practices.
KUT 307/2 Chemistry Practical VII - Inorganic and Analytical
KUT 203(s), KUT 205(s)
Spectra of metal carbonyls. Electronic spectra of coordination compounds. Preparation
and resolution of tris (ethylenediamine)cobalt(III) into optical isomers. Preparation of
ferocene and its acetyl derivative. Application of IR spectroscopy to characterise linkage
isomer, nitropentaaminecobalt(III) chloride and nitropentaaminecobalt. Photometric
titrations with UV-VIS spectroscopic method. Determination of aluminium with 8hydroxyquinoline through fluorimetric method. Flame photometry. Atomic absorption
spectrophotometry. Kinetic method for the determination of selenium.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Demonstrate the advanced techniques on the synthesis, isolation and characterisation
of inorganic compounds.
2. Demonstrate advanced skills in various spectroscopic and separation techniques.
3. Write clear and concise practical reports related to experimental work.
4. Display safe laboratory practices.
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Text Book and References
Practical Manual KUT 307
KUT 308/2 Chemistry Practical VIII - Physical and Organic
KUT204(s), KUT206(s)
Physical Section
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Spectrum of a particle in a box.
Heat of combustion by bomb calorimetry.
Absorption from solution.
Determination of surface areas of powders by physical adsorption of gases.
Partial molal volumes of water and methyl alcohol mixtures as a function of
concentrations.
Ampiphilic molecules.
Acidities and basicities of excited-state molecules.
Enzyme kinetics: Inversion of sucrose.
Vibrational-rotational spectra of HCl and DCl.
Organic Section
This practical course is designed to strengthen the student’s understanding of the
principles of organic synthesis and reaction mechanisms. It includes experiments which
illustrate the application of selected organic reactions in the preparation of organic
compounds and several methods for the study of organic reaction mechanisms.
Learning Outcomes
Students are able to:
1. Demonstrate competence in a variety of physico-chemical measurement techniques.
2. Demonstrate competence in a wide selection of organic-chemistry laboratory
techniques.
3. Analyse and interpret the experimental data obtained and demonstrate scientific
communications through written reports.
4. Perform literature searches to find relevant information about specific substances,
groups, reactions and methods of synthesis.
5. Display safe laboratory practices.
Text Book and References
Practical Manual KUT 308
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