Supramolecular Chemistry
Module CH3216
This module handbook serves to describe contents, learning outcome, methods and examination type as well as linking to current dates for courses and module examination in the respective sections.
Module version of SS 2018
There are historic module descriptions of this module. A module description is valid until replaced by a newer one.
Whether the module’s courses are offered during a specific semester is listed in the section Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature below.
| available module versions | |
|---|---|
| WS 2020/1 | SS 2018 |
Basic Information
CH3216 is a semester module in English language at Master’s level which is offered in summer semester.
This Module is included in the following catalogues within the study programs in physics.
- Elective Modules Natural Sciences in the Master Program Matter to Life
- Catalogue of non-physics elective courses
| Total workload | Contact hours | Credits (ECTS) |
|---|---|---|
| 150 h | 45 h | 5 CP |
Content, Learning Outcome and Preconditions
Content
1) An introduction to Supramolecular Chemistry, Self-assembly, Supramolecular Materials and Molecular Machines.
2) Supramolecular chemistry; Nobel Prize in 1987
3) Basics: Molecular non-covalent interactions
4) Basics: Thermodynamics
5) Catenanes, rotaxanes and knots
6) An introduction into the self-assembly of molecules.
7) Self-assembly: Amphiphiles
8) Self-assembly: Peptides
9) Self-assembly: Liquid Crystals
10) Non-equilbrium self-assembly: energy landscapes of self-assembly
11) Non-equilbrium self-assembly: active self-assembly
12) Supramolecular Materials: self-assembly into structures with function.
13) Supramolecular Materials: self-assembled hydrogels
14) Molecular machines; Nobel Prize 2016
15) Exam
2) Supramolecular chemistry; Nobel Prize in 1987
3) Basics: Molecular non-covalent interactions
4) Basics: Thermodynamics
5) Catenanes, rotaxanes and knots
6) An introduction into the self-assembly of molecules.
7) Self-assembly: Amphiphiles
8) Self-assembly: Peptides
9) Self-assembly: Liquid Crystals
10) Non-equilbrium self-assembly: energy landscapes of self-assembly
11) Non-equilbrium self-assembly: active self-assembly
12) Supramolecular Materials: self-assembly into structures with function.
13) Supramolecular Materials: self-assembled hydrogels
14) Molecular machines; Nobel Prize 2016
15) Exam
Learning Outcome
After successful participation in this module the student will be able to:
- Recall and understand the non-covalent interactions between molecules.
- Recall and understand the thermodynamic driving force involved in assembly of supramolecular structures.
- Molecularly design an amphiphile
- Molecular design a self-assembly peptides
- Molecularly design liquid crystals
- Recall functions of self-assembled structures
- Recall mechanisms involved in molecular machines.
- Recall and understand the non-covalent interactions between molecules.
- Recall and understand the thermodynamic driving force involved in assembly of supramolecular structures.
- Molecularly design an amphiphile
- Molecular design a self-assembly peptides
- Molecularly design liquid crystals
- Recall functions of self-assembled structures
- Recall mechanisms involved in molecular machines.
Preconditions
Basic knowledge in in organic molecular chemistry (CH0109, CH0132) basic knowledge in physical chemistry(CH4104).
Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature
Courses and Schedule
| Type | SWS | Title | Lecturer(s) | Dates | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VI | 3 | Supramolecular Chemistry (CH3216) | Boekhoven, J. |
Fri, 14:00–16:00, CH 53301 |
eLearning |
Learning and Teaching Methods
The module consists of a lecture and an exercise. After teaching the basics of supramolecular, non covalent interactions the topics are deepened on specific examples such as Amphiphiles, Peptides and Liquid Crystals. Thematic blocks on Non-Equilibrium self-assembly, self assembly hydrogels and molecular machines complete the topics. The gradual structure should consolidate the learning experience. The contents of the lecture are conveyed through presentations. In addition, the students should work through relevant textbook chapters, which may also be supplemented by further literature, e.g. selected journal articles.
As part of the exercises, specific questions are answered and selected examples are worked on. This gives the students the opportunity to deepen and work on topics and facts from the preliminary lecture.
As part of the exercises, specific questions are answered and selected examples are worked on. This gives the students the opportunity to deepen and work on topics and facts from the preliminary lecture.
Media
PowerPoint, Skript
Literature
Jonathan Steed and Jerry Atwood: Supramolecular Chemistry. (wiley, 2009)
Module Exam
Description of exams and course work
The examination is provided in the form of a written examination. The exam duration is 90 minutes. In this exam, students should demonstrate that they are able to distinguish between supramolecular polymers and classical polymers. They are able to name the unique properties of a supramolecular polymer and they are able to compare the advantages and disadvantages of these polymers. The students are able to show on different examples possible polymerization mechanism. They are able to give distinguished examples of non-equilibrium self-assemblies, self-assembly hydrogels, and molecular machines. Tasks are provided which have to be answered by means of self-phrased texts as well as multiple choice.
Exam Repetition
The exam may be repeated at the end of the semester.
Current exam dates
Currently TUMonline lists the following exam dates. In addition to the general information above please refer to the current information given during the course.
| Title | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Time | Location | Info | Registration |
| Supramolecular Chemistry | |||
| Wed, 2023-10-11, 13:30 till 15:00 | 27402 27402 |
Import | till 2023-09-25 (cancelation of registration till 2023-10-04) |