This course is designed to develop an understanding and appreciation of the analytical techniques inherent in modern chemistry, with an emphasis on organic and biological chemistry.  Topics to be covered in the course will be chosen from,  aspects of modern nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy (NMR), the impact and advances in the implementation of mass spectrometry in modern chemistry and the use of chromatography in its various forms in the separation and analysis of organic chemicals.

Note: Graduate students attend joint classes with later year undergraduate students but are assessed separately.

On satisfying the requirements of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. explain how nmr sprectra are acquired and appreciate the factors that need to be taken into consideration when acquiring spectra
2. analyse 1D nmr spectra to a high level of proficency and be capable of explaining the effects influencing a spectrum from a structural basis
3. utilise 1D and  2D nmr spectra as structure-solving tools
4. explain the different techniques of mass spectrometry and be able to evaluate the most appropriate technique for ionising  a compound for mass spectroscopic analysis

Assessment will be based on:

• Assignment (30%; LO 1-4)
• Examination (70%; LO 1-4)