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FSC-20005 - Module Specification
School of Chemical and Physical Sciences
Faculty of Natural Sciences

For academic year: 2024/25 Last Updated: 21 December 2024

FSC-20005 - Spectroscopy and Advanced Analysis
Coordinator: Falko Drijfhout Room: LJ1.36 Tel: +44 1782 7 33043
Lecture Time: See Timetable...
Level: Level 5
Credits: 15
Study Hours: 150
School Office: 01782 734921

Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

Successful completion of FHEQ level 4 modules or equivalent in Forensic Science

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2024/25

In completing this module you will be familiar with a wide range of modern spectroscopic and analytical techniques and be aware of their relevance in the chemical characterisation of forensic materials, such as structural and elemental analysis, XRF, chromatography and mass spectrometry. During the module you will also gain experience in using some of these techniques in the lab.

Aims
The aim of the module is that students will use a wide range of modern spectroscopic and analytical techniques for the chemical characterisation of (forensic) materials, such as methods of structural and elemental analysis, chromatography and mass spectrometry. It aims to provide the experience of these techniques in the practical context.

Intended Learning Outcomes

explain and apply the basic principles of quantitative analysis and data processing: 1
explain the theory of elemental analysis and mass spectrometry: 1
explain the basic principles and the potential of hyphenated techniques in analysis: 1
analyse (complex) samples using a combination of spectroscopic techniques: 2,3
report and present the results of a forensic analytical investigation in a competent manner: 2
critically evaluate journal articles in relation to the analysis of data obtained in a forensic investigation: 1,2
demonstrate an understanding of the context and application of quality assurance in the laboratory: 1,2
discuss the potential of spectroscopic techniques for the analysis of complex samples particularly for forensic applications: 1,2
carry out experimental tasks in line with quality parameters outlined by relevant regulatory bodies: 3

Study hours

Active Learning Hours:
Content delivery (18h), laboratory work, including data analysis (18h), workshops (30h)

Independent Study Hours:
Suggested study (30h), independent learning (51h), exam (3h)

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment

1: Exam weighted 50%
In person Open Book exam


2: Group Assessment weighted 50%
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT - EXPERIMENTAL TASK


3: Competence weighted 0%
Lab competency assessment


The University undertakes a continuous review of its teaching and research provision to ensure programmes are of a high quality and changes may be made to modules where it is necessary and reasonable to do so. Please be aware that minor changes to modules, such as a change to an individual assessment, can occur up until enrolment, although we endeavour to give you as much notice as possible of any changes. Details about the circumstance in which changes are made to programmes can be found in the Student Agreement, available at: https://www.keele.ac.uk/legalgovernancecompliance/governance/actcharterstatutesordinancesandregulations/studenttermsconditions/

Last Updated: 21 December 2024