Fundamentals of Spectroscopy
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Pune via Swayam
Found in Chemistry Courses
- Provider
Swayam
- Cost
Free Online Course
- Session
Finished
- Language
English
- Certificate
Paid Certificate Available
- Duration
12 weeks long
Overview
Spectroscopy is the study of the interaction of light (electromagnetic radiation) with matter. Electromagnetic radiation covers a wide range of frequencies from gamma rays to radio frequencies. Depending on the frequency of radiation interacting with the matter, one can have different forms of spectroscopy. These spectroscopic techniques allow us to monitor the structural properties of matter. For example, information on moment of inertia (and hence bond length) can be obtained from rotational spectrum. Similarly, vibrational spectrum provides information on the force constant, i.e. the strength of a chemical bond.Besides providing information on molecular structure, spectroscopic techniques can also be used for quantitative estimation of a substance making spectroscopy an important analytical tool. Further, a spectroscopic transition is characterized by a definite timescale and this can provide information on molecular dynamics.In this course, the fundamental principles of the different forms of spectroscopy will be elaborated in a unified way from both theoretical and experimental viewpoints. Application of these different spectroscopic methods for the elucidation of molecular structure will also be discussed. The structural and dynamic aspects of spectroscopy are fundamental to physics, chemistry and biology. Thus, this course will provide a thorough conceptual understanding for these branches of science.
INTENDED AUDIENCE : Interested Learners
PREREQUISITES : NILL
INDUSTRY SUPPORT : It is a basic course. Therefore it is not directly relevant for industrial application
Syllabus
COURSE LAYOUT
Week 1: Interaction between Light and Matter
Week 2: Different Forms of Spectroscopy
Week 3: Rotational Spectroscopy
Week 4: Rotational Spectroscopy
Week 5: Vibrational Spectroscopy
Week 6: Vibrational Spectroscopy
Week 7: Raman Spectroscopy
Week 8: Raman Spectroscopy
Week 9: Electronic Spectroscopy
Week 10: Electronic Spectroscopy
Week 11: Electronic Spectroscopy
Week 12: Combination of different spectroscopic methods to solve complex problems