The lecture focuses on the basic knowledge and theoretical background of the structure, properties and reactivity of compounds involving transition metal complexes. The lecture also introduces examples of state-of-the-art research in the field of complex chemistry.
The aim is to provide a broad insight into coordination chemistry by acquiring basic knowledge related to coordination chemistry and knowledge of the latest research developments.
The students will acquire a basic knowledge of the properties of transition metal complexes and will be able to systematically understand the reactivity of transition metal complexes. In addition, students will gain knowledge of cutting-edge research using metal complexes, thereby deepening their insight into related fields.
Coordination Chemistry・Inorganic Chemistry
✔ Specialist skills | Intercultural skills | Communication skills | Critical thinking skills | Practical and/or problem-solving skills |
First, the basic knowledge necessary for a logical understanding of the properties of metal complexes is lectured. This is followed by lectures on typical reactions of metal complexes (redox reactions, photoreactions and catalytic reactions). In the lectures, examples of state-of-the-art research on metal complexes that have been developed on the basis of this knowledge will also be introduced as appropriate.
Course schedule | Required learning | |
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Class 1 | Introduction of coordination chemistry | Understand basic terms and principles related to inorganic and coordination chemistry. |
Class 2 | Crystal field theory and ligand field theory | Understand the basic concepts of crystal field theory and ligand field theory. |
Class 3 | Structures of metal complexes: mononuclear and multinuclear complexes, coordination polymer | Understand the basic terms and principles of the structure and properties of metal complexes. |
Class 4 | Reactions of metal complexes 1: redox reaction | Learn about redox reactions of metal complexes. |
Class 5 | Reactions of metal complexes 2: photoreaction | Learn about the basic photoreactions of metal complexes. |
Class 6 | Reactions of metal complexes 3: catalysis | Understand the basic terms and concepts of catalysis of metal complexes. |
Class 7 | Questions and examination | Questions about coordination chemistry are accepted from students, and then basic knowledges are examined. |
To enhance effective learning, students are encouraged to spend approximately 100 minutes preparing for class and another 100 minutes reviewing class content afterwards (including assignments) for each class.
They should do so by referring to textbooks and other course material.
Handouts (T2SCHOLA)
No prerequisites.
Examination only.
No prerequisites.
Mio KONDO (mio[at]chem.titech.ac.jp)
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