What drives a chemical reaction? How can we control chemical reactions? Why is it important to control chemical reactions? In this module, we discuss the key ideas of thermodynamics and kinetics in a chemical context. It shows how the universe may be understood in terms of the flow of energy, allowing us to understand what transformations are possible and how fast they will occur. These essential physical principles are then applied to real-world phenomena, showing that even the most fundamental theories have direct and important applications in the modern world.
Lecture 28 hours, Workshop 4 hours
2 hours Test. Assessment Details: VLE Test worth 20%.
1,500 words Short Writing Piece. Assessment Details: Problem Sheet worth 20%.
2 hours Exam. Assessment Details: Exam worth 60%.
Reassessment Method: Like-for-like
On successfully completing the module, students will be able to:
1. Describe core concepts, principles and theories relating to physical chemistry
2. Apply fundamental physical chemistry theories to control and drive chemical reactions
3. Apply critical thinking to qualitative and quantitative problem solving in physical chemistry
4. Evaluate real world chemical problems through the application of physical chemistry theory
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