Module: Kinetics and Thermodynamics

Module Specifications..

Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024

Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Kinetics and Thermodynamics
Module Code	CS215
School	School of Chemical Sciences
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: David O'Connor Semester 2: David O'Connor Autumn: David O'Connor
Module Teachers	Aoife Morrin Joaquin Klug David O'Connor
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Repeat examination
Array

Description

The purpose of this module is to provide a detailed understanding of the fundamental principles of reaction kinetics and thermodynamics and how they affect the progress of chemical processes. These issues will be put in the context of chemical reactivity.

Learning Outcomes

1. Analyse rate data to determine the type of kinetics of reacting systems.
2. Apply kinetics information to gain insight into reaction mechanisms.
3. To understand the significance of the first, second and third laws of thermodynamics.
4. To understand entropies and apply thermodynamics knowledge to predict signs of entropy changes in physical and chemical systems.
5. Perform thermodynamic calculations to predict reaction spontaneity and position of equilibria.
6. To relate the change in free energy of the system to changes in system enthalpy and entropy.
7. To apply knowledge of thermodynamics to understanding the Fundamental Equation and the thermodynamic concept of equilibrium.

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	36	lecture
Independent Study	89	learning
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Kinetics
Determining order of reaction from initial rate data and integrated rate equations; Kinetic molecular theory - collision theory, transition state, effect of temperature on rate; Interpretation of rate and order in relation to reaction mechanisms; Use of Steady State Approximation in analysis of complex mechanisms; Study of complex reactions - e.g. enzyme catalysis, chain processes, fast reactions

Review of 1st year thermodynamics content
Revision of definitions and variables related to thermodynamics including Energy, Heat, Work, Path and State Functions; First Law; Thermochemistry

Second and Third Laws, Fundamental Equation
Entropy, Free Energy, Gibbs-Helmholtz equation, Clausius-Clapeyron equation, Raoult's Law, Van't Hoff equation, Fundamental equations of open and closed systems, Gibbs-Duhem equation, Phase equilibria and phase diagrams

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	20%	Examination Weight	80%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
In Class Test	Continuous assessment	20%	As required

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 3

Indicative Reading List

Chang, R.: 0, Chemistry, McGraw Hill,
Atkins, P.: 0, Physical Chemistry,
Brown LeMay and Burstein: 0, Chemistry: The Central Science,
R. A. Alberty: 1993, Physical Chemistry, Wiley and Sons,

Other Resources

None

Programme or List of Programmes

AC	BSc in Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sc.
AI	Chemistry with Artificial Intelligence
AS	BSc in Analytical Science
EST	BSc in Environmental Science & Tech
SE	BSc Science Education
SHSA	Study Abroad (Science & Health)
SHSAO	Study Abroad (Science & Health)
SMPSC	Single Module Prog Science and Health

Date of Last Revision

01-FEB-12

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