Available in 2024
Course code

CHEM3410

Units

10 units

Level

3000 level

Course handbook

Description

This course explores the synthesis, characterisation and chemistry of materials and nanostructures relevant to energy conversion applications. Electrode dynamics, including the metal-solution interface and structure of the double layer, is examined, along with rates and mechanisms of charge transfer reactions, electrochemical techniques and corrosion. The synthesis, characterisation and electronic structure of nanomaterials is examined in the context of energy applications and catalysis. An introduction to modelling the electronic structure of solid state materials with computational chemistry is provided, and the fundamental nature and applications of semiconductor materials will also be discussed.


Availability2024 Course Timetables

Callaghan

  • Semester 2 - 2024

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the course students will be able to:

1. Apply concepts and solve problems of applied physical chemistry;

2. Relate electrode dynamics to the performance of electrochemical systems;

3. Describe the electronic structure, surface chemistry and morphology of nanomaterials, and apply this knowledge to synthesis, characterisation and energy-related applications;

4. Competently use instrumentation and methods employed in applied physical chemistry;

5. Competently use computational chemistry software to model the electronic structure of semiconductor materials and nanomaterials;

6. Apply the scientific process in the design, conduct, evaluation and reporting of experimental investigations;

7. Assess and mitigate risks when working with chemicals and hazardous substances;

8. Contribute to team and group work for scientific investigation and reporting.


Content

The course involves study of:

•       Solids and interfaces in energy production and conversion

•       Semiconductor photo-electrochemistry

•       Synthetic strategies and characterisation of nanomaterials

•       Theories of bonding in solids and nanomaterials

•       Electronic structure of semiconductor materials


Requisite

Students must have successfully completed CHEM2410 to be enrolled in this course.


Assumed knowledge

CHEM2410, CHEM2210, CHEM2110.


Assessment items

In Term Test: In Term Tests
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement 40% - Must obtain 40% in this assessment item to pass the course.

Tutorial / Laboratory Exercises: Group or Individual Laboratory Exercises and Reports
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement - Must pass this assessment item to pass the course.


Contact hours

Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan

Computer Lab-1
  • Face to Face On Campus 3 hour(s) per week(s) for 4 week(s) starting in week 9
  • Compulsory Requirement: Students must meet the compulsory attendance requirement.
Laboratory-1
  • Face to Face On Campus 3 hour(s) per week(s) for 8 week(s) starting in week 1
  • Compulsory Requirement: Students must meet the compulsory attendance requirement.
Lecture-1
  • Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Tutorial-1
  • Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1

Course outline