Unit Code: CHM601

Unit Name: Instrumental Chemistry

Description: This unit provides students with a basic knowledge of the various instrumental techniques used to analyze samples both quantitatively and qualitatively in industrial laboratories. The instrumental techniques include gas chromatography, High performance liquid chromatography, Ultraviolet visible spectroscopy, atomic absorption spectroscopy, Infrared spectroscopy and an introduction to nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. Statistical treatment of laboratory data also forms an integral part of this course. The laboratory component will develop hands on experience with sample preparation, operation of instruments for analysis.

Learning Target Outcomes: (a) Identify the critical components of research. (b) Identify the basics of chromatographic skills in analytical procedures; (c) Differentiate and use spectroscopic skills in UV/VIS, AAS and IR Spectroscopy; (d) Explain and apply the techniques of NMR.

Prerequisite: The student must have passed CHM502

Prerequisite Sentence: N/A

Credit Point: 15

Offered In: Semester 1