05-MCM-SC Solid State Synthesis & Characterization

This module should deeply introduce into preparation methods and special characterization and working techniques of solid-state chemistry. Problems occurring during solid state preparations (Thermodynamic, Defects, Kinetic, Metastability) together with classic and modern synthesis methods (solid-solid, phase transitions, precursor materials, sol-gel, hydrothermal reactions etc.) will be explained and discussed. Selected examples (close to actual scientific work) of different synthesis methods will be practically trained and the products identified and characterized.

Students know how to name and use different kinds of solid-state synthesis methods.
Students know how to do X-ray and spectroscopic phase identifications.
Students are able to validate the use of analytical methods to answer solid state specific open questions.
Students have independent working and report writing skills.

Fundamental knowledge of diffractions methods (X-ray, neutrons) are helpful

Course Type 1: Seminar (S) 1.0 SWS ( 14.0 h)

Course Type 2: Practical Laboratory (LP) 4.0 SWS ( 56.0 h)

Tutorial(s): -

70.0 h presence time
70.0 h self-study
40.0 h exam workload

180 h total workload

module exam

exam elements: 1
SL: 0

100 % internship report

will be given at the beginning of the module