CH643 : Quantum chemistry

Department

Department of Chemistry

Academic Program

Master in physical chemistry

Type

Compulsory

Credits

02

Prerequisite

Overview

• Studying atoms with many electrons, in addition to the Pauli principle and electron rotation from the point of view of quantum chemistry.• Learn about the Ferial theory as well as the Hellmann-Feynmann theory and its applications in the field of quantum mechanics.• Using the theories of quantum mechanics in solving problems related to chemistry, such as the molecular structure of diatomic compounds, as well as the electronic structure of polyatomic particles.

Intended learning outcomes

a. Knowledge & understandingA.1 The student should know how to use quantum mechanics in studying atoms with many electrons, in addition to the Pauli principle and electron spin.A.2 The student will be familiar with the theoretical basis on which the theories of quantum mechanics and their applications are built.A.3 The student will know how to solve some problems in chemistry, including the molecular structure of diatomic compounds, as well as the electronic structure of polyatomic molecules, using the theories of quantum mechanics.B. Mental skillsB.1 Understand how quantum mechanics can be applied to explain some phenomena that classical mechanics could not explain.B.2 Understanding the foundations and theories of quantum mechanics and knowing the difference between it and classical mechanics.B.3 The ability to solve some chemical problems using quantum mechanics.T. Practical & professional skillsC.1 Apply the concepts of quantum mechanics to explain physical and chemical phenomena.C.2 The ability to apply postulates and deal with influences when analyzing issues related to quantum mechanics.C.3 Employ and apply the information obtained to solve some issues in the various branches of chemistry.w. Generic and transferable skillsD.1 Interpretation of the results obtained from the problems.D.2 Refer to specialized internet sites and benefit from them for clarification and explanation to the appropriate extent.D.3 Choosing the appropriate equations to solve quantum chemistry problems.

Teaching and learning methods

• Theoretical lectures• Solve problems such as examples and household problems.• Discussing topics related to quantum chemistry and writing reports in this regard.

Methods of assessments

1) First written exam 25%2) Second written exam 25%3) final exam 50%

1. محتوى المقرر (Course contents)

الموضوع العلمي	عدد الساعات	محاضرة	معمل	تمارين	مناقشة	مذاكرة مستقلة	عدد الأسابيع
Many electron atoms	4	4	-	-	-	-	2
Electron spin and Pauli principle	6	6	-	-	-	-	3
The virial theory	6	6	-	-	-	-	3
Hellmenn-Feymann theory	6	6	-	-	-	-	3
Electronic structure of polyatomic molecules.	6	6	-	-	-	-	3

Analytical Chemistry Advanced (CH612)
Advanced inorganic chemistry (CH622)
Advanced organic chemistry (CH632)
Advanced Physical Chemistry (CH642)
Advanced biochemistry (CH651)
Quantum chemistry (CH643)
Surface chemistry, Catalysis and Colloids (CH644)
Electrochemistry (CH645)
Physical Properties of Polymers (CH646)
Chemical kinetics and Photochemistry (CH647)
Spectroscopy (CH648)
Technical Writing (TW600)