ADVANCED SPECTROSCOPIC STRUCTURE ELUCIDATION

Graduate

This course covers various forms of spectrometry used in the determination of structures in Organic and Inorganic Chemistry. Major topics include the theory and use of nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, in particular the use of 2D experiments; mass spectrometry and infrared spectroscopy. Particular emphasis is placed on developing the students’ ability to interpret spectra and elucidate the structure of a molecule based on this evidence. Spectroscopic techniques for the study of transient species are also discussed, including: laser flash photolysis (LFP); laser-induced fluorescence (LIF); and stopped-flow and relaxation methods for fast reaction studies. PREREQUISITE: Admission to the graduate program HOURS OF CREDIT: 3 NOTE: Responsibility for this course rests with the department of Chemistry.