FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF PETROLEUM RESOURCES EFFURUN COLLEGE OF SCIENCE DEPARTMENT CHEMISTRY POSTGRADUATE CURRICULUM (M.Sc., Ph.D.) 2018/2019 ACADEMIC SESSION 1 MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.Sc.) CHEMISTRY PHILOSOPHY The motives for taking on a postgraduate degree are sundry and usually driven by personal needs and desires. These include expanding knowledge of a specific subject, improving career progression, increasing the chances of getting a graduate job, a love of the subject and to enable lifestyle changes by raising salary. Having a passion for your subject is possibly the best reason to go into postgraduate education, as long as you have a sensible idea of where it might lead you professionally once you have finished. If you aspire to a career in academia, it is essential to start with a masters degree, and a strong interest in pursuing research would also be an asset. The M.Sc Chemistry programme of FUPRE is designed primarily as a training course in advanced work, expanding the knowledge of chemistry and improving career progression. The candidate learns the fundamentals of research in an area of Chemistry and acquires skills in new chemical techniques. The candidate must undertake an original investigation but this would normally be more limited in scope than for a Ph.D. Candidates develop mastery of appropriate methodology and learn the fundamentals of research. AIMS/OBJECTIVES The specific objectives of the M.Sc. Chemistry programme are: To prepare the students for higher education (Doctorate) in Chemistry. To equip the students to perform functions that demand higher competence in the industry, academia, research and development (R&D), national/international organizations and Government agencies. To train the students in scientific research. To help the students find meaning in life by broadening their field of vision. Learning outcomes The M.Sc. Chemistry candidates should have the following learning outcomes: Knowledge extensive knowledge in the basic areas of chemistry (inorganic, organic, physical, analytical and industrial) in-depth knowledge in at least one specialized field of chemistry substantial research experience in his/her specialization of chemistry 2 Skills the ability to read, understand, use and communicate scientific information acquire the expertise required to carry out independent research in her/his field of specialization. become proficient in his/her specialized area and be ready for further scientific studies. can accomplish research projects under guidance chemistry-related fields of science and technology. can apply their knowledge in chemistry to solve problems in other natural sciences RATIONALE/JUSTIFICATION Chemistry can save lives, create jobs, and change the world for the better. Chemistry is a wide occupational field that encompasses research and product development. Chemists manipulate chemicals to produce better products or create new ones. The chemical industry comprises the companies that produce industrial chemicals. Central to the modern world economy, it converts raw materials(oil, natural gas, air, water, metals, and minerals) into more than 70,000 different products. As a result, Chemists are increasingly in demand in many industries. FUPRE’s M.Sc. Chemistry graduates are prepared for careers in the chemical industry in such areas as petroleum, biotechnology, chemical analysis and fine chemicals; they also have improved career prospects in academics, government and business locally and abroad. ACADEMIC STAFF INFORMATION S/N Names Qualifications Designation Area of Specialization 1. Prof. M. O. Edema B.Ed., M.Sc., Professor Organic/MedicinalChemistry Ph.D., 2. Prof. O. K. Abiola B.Sc., M.Sc., Professor Inorganic/Industrial Ph.D. Chemistry 3. Prof T. O. Egbuchunam B.Ed., M.Sc., Professor Materials Chemistry Ph.D., 4. Dr. K. A. Ibe B.Sc., M.Sc., Associate Analytical/Geochemistry PhD. Professor 5. Dr. A. Ogunsipe B.Sc., M.Sc., Associate Physical Inorganic Ph.D. Professor Chemistry; 6. Dr. D. F. Ogeleka B.Sc., M.Sc., Associate Analytical / Environmental Ph.D. Professor Chemistry 7. Dr. W. Ivwurie B.Sc.(Ed), Senior Industrial Chemistry M.Sc., Ph.D. Lecturer 3 ADMISSION REQUIREMENT In addition to the relevant general regulations of the College of Post-graduate Studies, admission into the M.Sc Chemistry programme shall be subject to the followings: B.Sc (Hons) in Chemistry, with a minimum of Second Class (Lower Division) from FUPRE or any other recognized University P.G.D Petroleum Chemistry & Petrochemicals of FUPRE, or P.G.D Chemistry from a recognized University (with at least a Credit Pass). Holders of B.Sc Biochemistry, Chemistry Education, and Polymer Science & Technology, may also be considered Candidates with at least a third class degree or HND and university PGD with CGPA of 3.0/.5.0 may be considered for admission into academic Master’s degree Programmes. Notwithstanding the above conditions, candidates may be required to undergo a Departmental selection process. COURSE CONTENT The M.Sc. (Chemistry) programme has two components: i. Coursework - 24 units (minimum) . Compulsory courses CHM 801 – Advanced Applied Spectroscopy - 4 units CHM 802 – Separation & Purification Techniques - 2 units . Core courses in an area of specialization - 6 units . Elective courses in the area of specialization - 6 units . Elective courses outside area of specialization - 6 units ii. Research project& Report (CHM 899) - 6 units Total - 30 units 4 COURSES General Compulsory Courses Course Code Course Title No. of Units First Semester CHM 801 Advanced Applied Spectroscopy 4 CHM 802 Separation & Purification Techniques 2 Second Semester CHM 899 Research Project & Report 6 Analytical/Environmental Chemistry Option Course Code Course Title No. of Units Status First Semester CHM 811 Classical Methods of Chemical Analysis 3 C CHM 812 Environmental Chemistry & Chemical Pollution 3 C CHM 813 Electrochemical & Thermal methods 3 E CHM 814 Radioanalytical & Atomic Spectrometric Methods 3 E Second Semester CHM 821 Applied Analytical Chemistry 3 E CHM 822 Quality Assurance/Control & Chemometrics 3 E CHM 823 Environmental Management 3 E CHM 824 Principles & Concept of Environmental Impact 3 E Assessment Industrial Chemistry Option Course Code Course Title No. of Units Status First Semester CHM 835 Advanced Industrial Chemical Processes & 3 C Technology CHM 836 Advanced Mineral Processing & Chemical Metallurgy 3 C CHM 837 Advanced Heat & Mass Transfer 3 E CHM 838 Advanced Materials Chemistry 3 E CHM 839 Advanced Corrosion Chemistry 3 E Second Semester CHM 841 Homogeneous & Heterogeneous Catalysis CHM 843 Fluid Mechanics & Separation Processes 3 E CHM 844 Reactor Technology 3 E CHM 845 Household & Industrial Chemicals 3 E CHM 846 Wood Chemistry & Pulping Science 3 E CHM 847 Brewery Science & Technology 3 E 5 Inorganic Chemistry Option Course Code Course Title No. of Units Status First Semester CHM 831 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry 3 C CHM 832 Kinetics & Mechanisms of Inorganic Reactions 3 C CHM 833 Advanced Organometallic Chemistry 3 E CHM 834 Bio-inorganic Chemistry 3 E Second Semester CHM 841 Homogeneous & Heterogeneous Catalysis 3 E CHM 842 Solid State & Nuclear Chemistry 3 E Organic Chemistry Option Course Code Course Title No. of Units Status First Semester CHM 851 Advanced Organic Synthetic Methods 3 C CHM 852 Natural Products & Biopolymers 3 C CHM 853 Advanced Heterocyclic Chemistry 3 E Second Semester CHM 861 Physical Organic Chemistry 3 E CHM 862 Organic Stereochemistry 3 E CHM 863 Medicinal Chemistry & Drug Design 3 E Petroleum Chemistry Option Course Code Course Title No. of Units Status First Semester CHM 854 Petrochemistry & Oil Refining 3 C CHM 855 Petroleum Geochemistry 3 C CHM 856 Petroleum Systems Analyses 3 E CHM 857 Advanced Petrochemical Science 3 E Second Semester CHM 864 Pollution in Petroleum Industries 3 E CHM 865 Geochemical Biomarkers 3 E CM 866 Petroleum in Marine Environment 3 E CHM 867 Organic Geochemistry 3 E Physical Chemistry Option Course Code Course Title No. of Units Status First Semester CHM 871 Advanced Chemical Kinetics 3 C CHM 881 Advanced Electrochemistry 3 C CHM 873 Biophysical Chemistry 3 E Second Semester CHM 872 Advanced Chemical Thermodynamics 3 E CHM 882 Quantum Chemistry & Group Theory 3 E CHM 883 Photochemistry 3 E CHM 884 Theoretical Chemistry 3 E 6 GRADUATION REQUIREMENT To obtain an M.Sc. Chemistry, a candidate must i) Engage in a three-semester (maximum of five semesters) full-time studies ii) Pass a minimum of 24 units in coursework (comprising of 12 credit units of the core Chemistry courses and 12 credit unit of Electives. iii) Carry out research in a relevant area of specialization; present (at least) one seminar, and submit an acceptable thesis (6 credit units) which must be defended before a panel of external and internal examiners iv) Satisfy all other requirements as stipulated by the College of Post-graduate Studies The degree of M.Sc. Chemistry may be awarded in two categories: Pass (GPA between 3.00 and 4.49) Distinction (GPA of 4.50 and above) COMPULSORY COURSES CHM 801: Advanced Applied Spectroscopy 4 Units Principles & Theory, instrumentation and applications of: Resonance Spectroscopy (NMR & ESR); Rotational Spectroscopy (Microwave); Vibrational Spectroscopy (Infrared & Raman); Electronic Spectroscopy (UV-Vis & Fluorescence); Mass Spectroscopy; X-ray Spectroscopy CHM 802: Separation & Purification Techniques 2 Units Solvent Extraction: Principle and techniques. Distribution ratio and distribution coefficient. Factors affecting