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Chemistry

Coordination Chemistry

CHM3303
3 hours English

Coordination Chemistry

Coordination Chemistry ()
CHM2302 Chemistry of the Transition Elements
3 hours One requisite
1 Introduction to the chemistry of coordination compounds - Werner theory of coordination compounds - Effective atomic number
2 Ligands – nomenclature of metal complexes – symmetry in metal complexes
3 Valence bond theory – coordination numbers and geometrical structures – inner and outer complexes
4 Stability of metal complexes; factors affecting the stability of metal complexes – ionic and ionization potential – geometrical arrangement of ligands around the central metal ion - metal chelates
5 Crystal field theory; ligand field in octahedral complexes – ligand field in tetrahedral complexes – ligand field in square planer complexes – Jahn-Teller effect (distortion from symmetrical arrangement) – crystal field stabilization energies
6 Preparation of coordination compounds (complexes); direct reactions – oxidation and reduction reactions – thermal decomposition reactions
7 Electronic spectrum of complexes - infrared spectra of metal complexes
8 Metal complexes of significant biological activities
10 Preparation and characterization of some metal ion complexes
1.1 Mapped to: K1

Discuss the mode of bonding and geometries in coordination compounds using bonding theories.

Teaching Strategy Lectures scientific discussion
Assessment Methods Quiz. Mid-term exam. final exam.
1.2 Mapped to: K2

Name and classify coordination compounds.

Teaching Strategy Lectures scientific discussion
Assessment Methods Quiz. Mid-term exam. final exam.
1.3 Mapped to: K2

Give examples of. Possible types of symmetry for coordination complex

Teaching Strategy Lectures scientific discussion
Assessment Methods Quiz. Mid-term exam. final exam.
2.1 Mapped to: S2

Employ the valence bond theory and crystal field theory to predict the geometrical structure and stability of metal complexes

Teaching Strategy Lectures scientific discussion
Assessment Methods Quiz. Mid-term exam. final exam.
2.2 Mapped to: S1

Practice the chemical processes and techniques for synthesis and characterization of metal complexes.

Teaching Strategy Lectures; Laboratory experiments
Assessment Methods Regular evaluation during laboratory training course; final practical exam.
2.3 Mapped to: S3

Apply IT and communication technology in gathering and interpreting information and ideas concerning the newly discovered coordination compounds with biological importance.

Teaching Strategy web based study.
Assessment Methods Class discussion.
3.1 Mapped to: V1

Write and introduce chemical reports related to coordination chemistry topics.

Teaching Strategy Web based study. Library visits
Assessment Methods Class discussion.
3.2 Mapped to: V2

Work collaboratively and constructively in lab to manage the synthesis of coordination compounds and confirming their structures.

Teaching Strategy Lab work
Assessment Methods Lab evaluation Final practical exam
Assessment
Weight
Homework or activities.
10%
Midterm Exam.
20%
Practical Exams.
30%
Final Exam. (2 hours exam)
40%
Total
100%