Study programme competencies |
Code
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Study programme competences / results
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A1 |
Ability to use chemistry terminology, nomenclature, conventions and units |
A7 |
Knowledge and application of analytical methods |
A8 |
Knowledge of principles of quantum mechanics and atomic and molecular structure |
A9 |
Knowledge of structural characteristics of chemical and stereochemical compounds, and basic methods of structural analysis and research |
A12 |
Ability to relate macroscopic properties of matter to its microscopic structure |
A14 |
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of concepts, principles and theories in chemistry |
A15 |
Ability to recognise and analyse new problems and develop solution strategies |
A16 |
Ability to source, assess and apply technical bibliographical information and data relating to chemistry |
A19 |
Ability to follow standard procedures and handle scientific equipment |
A20 |
Ability to interpret data resulting from laboratory observation and measurement |
A21 |
Understanding of qualitative and quantitative aspects of chemical problems |
A23 |
Critical standards of excellence in experimental technique and analysis |
A24 |
Ability to explain chemical processes and phenomena clearly and simply |
A26 |
Ability to follow standard laboratory procedures in relation to analysis and synthesis of organic and inorganic systems |
A27 |
Ability to teach chemistry and related subjects at different academic levels |
B1 |
Learning to learn |
B2 |
Effective problem solving |
B3 |
Application of logical, critical, creative thinking |
B5 |
Teamwork and collaboration |
B6 |
Ethical, responsible, civic-minded professionalism |
B7 |
Effective workplace communication |
C1 |
Ability to express oneself accurately in the official languages of Galicia (oral and in written) |
C2 |
Oral and written proficiency in a foreign language |
C3 |
Ability to use basic information and communications technology (ICT) tools for professional purposes and learning throughout life |
C6 |
Ability to assess critically the knowledge, technology and information available for problem solving |
C7 |
Acceptance as a professional and as a citizen of importance of lifelong learning |
C8 |
Understanding role of research, innovation and technology in socio-economic and cultural development |
Learning aims |
Learning outcomes |
Study programme competences / results |
Understand the ways in which the electromagnetic radiation interacts with matter, and consequently the various types of spectroscopy, as well the analytical and structural information provided by them. |
A1 A7 A8 A9 A12 A27
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B1 B3
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C1 C2 C3 C8
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Understand the theoretical aspects of the absorption and emission processes of the electromagnetic radiation, with special attention to the role of the transition dipole moment. |
A1 A7 A8 A9 A12 A27
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B1 B2 B3
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C1 C2 C3 C8
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Understand the theoretical aspects that explain the intensity and the shape of the spectral lines, as well as be able to make predictions in concrete cases. |
A1 A7 A8 A9 A12 A14 A20 A21 A27
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B1 B2 B3
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C1 C2 C6 C8
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Apply the fundamentals of the point group theory in molecular spectroscopy. |
A1 A8 A14
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B1 B2 B3
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C1 C2 C3 C6
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Understand the theoretical aspects of the different spectroscopy types, as well as the application to structural elucidation and the techniques of analysis. |
A1 A7 A8 A9 A12 A14 A15 A20 A21 A27
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B1 B2 B3
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C1 C2 C6 C8
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Practical determination of spectra, their analysis and interpretation: structural and analytical (qualitative and quantitative). |
A7 A12 A14 A16 A19 A20 A21 A23 A24 A26 A27
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B1 B2 B3 B5 B6 B7
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C1 C2 C3 C6 C7 C8
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Understand the theoretical and practical aspects of the laser action and its applications, with emphasis to Chemistry. |
A1 A7 A8 A9 A12 A14 A15 A16 A19 A20 A21 A23 A24 A27
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B1 B2 B3 B5 B6 B7
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C1 C2 C3 C6 C7 C8
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Understand the theoretical and practical aspects involved in photoelectronic spectroscopy. |
A1 A7 A8 A9 A12 A14 A15 A16 A19 A20 A21 A23 A24 A27
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B1 B2 B3 B5 B6 B7
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C1 C2 C3 C6 C7 C8
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Understand and apply basic theoretical and practical aspects of photochemistry: fluorescence and phosphorescence, Perrin-Jablonski diagram. |
A1 A8 A9 A12 A14 A15 A16 A19 A20 A21 A23 A24 A26 A27
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B1 B2 B3 B5 B6 B7
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C1 C2 C3 C6 C7 C8
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Understand the theoretical and practical aspects involved in the diffraction methods, with special attention to the elucidation of cystal structures by X-ray diffraction. |
A1 A7 A8 A9 A12 A14 A15 A16 A19 A20 A21 A23 A24 A27
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B1 B2 B3 B5 B6 B7
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C1 C2 C3 C6 C7 C8
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Contents |
Topic |
Sub-topic |
Introduction to Spectroscopy |
Electromagnetic radiation and matter. Resonant and non-resonant processes. Radiation-matter interaction: classical approach. Semi-classical approach: Einstein's coefficients and dipolar transition moment. Spontaneous emission. Selection rules. Spectra types. Intensities of spectral lines and population of the energy levels. Bouger-Lambert-Beer law. Width and shape of spectral lines. Fourier transform.
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Symmetry & Chemistry |
Symmetry elements and operations. Basic properties of point group symmetry. Point group representations: reducible and irreducible. Applications in Chemistry. |
Rotation spectra |
Classification of molecules. Diatomic and linear molecules spectra. Intensity of the transitions and energy levels population. Centrifugal distorsion. Molecular structure determination. Experimental aspects of microwave spectroscopy: Stark effect and dipole moment. |
Vibration- rotation spectrum |
Diatomic molecules.
Quantum harmonic oscillator approximation: energy levels. Anharmonicity. Empiric potentials. Selection rules. Dissociation energies. Rotation-vibration spectra.
Polyatomic molecules.
Classical treatment: normal modes & coordinates. Quantum mechanical approach: energy levels. Symmetry considerations. Selection rules. Group frequencies. Experimental techniques.
Raman spectroscopy.
Molecular polarizability & polarizabilty tensor. Rayleigh e Raman dispersion: classical treatment. Quantum approach. Pure rotation spectra. Rotation-Vibration spectra. Experimental techniques. |
Electronic spectroscopy |
Diatomic molecules. Electronic states. Selection rules. Relative Intensities of Vibronic Transitions: Frank-Condon principle. Vibronic structure: progressions. Dissociation energy.
Polyatomic molecules.
Estructure and electronic states. Selection rules. Spectra of simple molecules. Cromophores.
Photoelectron spectroscopy.
Ionization processes. Experimental techniques. Ultraviolet photoelectron spectroscopy (UPS). X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS): chemical shift. |
Fundamentals of Photochemistry |
Fluorescence & Phosphorescence: Jablonski -Perrin diagram. The basic laws of photochemistry. Quantum yield. Quenching. Photochemical processes. |
Principles of Laser Operation |
The laser action. Laser types. Absorption and excitation spectroscopies: laser induced fluorescence. Raman spectroscopies. |
Magnetic resonance spectroscopies |
Nuclear and electronic spin states: selection rules.
Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy (NMR). Chemical shift: contributions to the shielding factor. Fine structure splitting, coupling. Fourier transform. Relaxation processes.
Electron spin resonance spectroscopy (ESR): fine and hyperfine structure. Experimental techniques and applications. |
Diffraction methods |
General aspects of diffraction. X-ray diffraction. Bragg & Laue conditions. The structure factor. Crystal structure determination. Fourier synthesis. The phase problem. Neutron diffraction. Electron diffraction in gases. Wierl function & radial distribution function. Experimental techniques. |
Planning |
Methodologies / tests |
Competencies / Results |
Teaching hours (in-person & virtual) |
Student’s personal work hours |
Total hours |
Guest lecture / keynote speech |
A1 A7 A8 A9 A12 A14 A27 B1 |
19 |
28.5 |
47.5 |
Laboratory practice |
A1 A7 A9 A12 A14 A15 A16 A19 A20 A21 A23 A24 A26 A27 B1 B2 B3 B5 B7 C6 |
10 |
12.5 |
22.5 |
Seminar |
A1 A8 A9 A12 A14 A15 A16 A20 A21 A24 A27 B1 B2 B3 B5 B7 C1 C2 C6 C7 C8 |
8 |
12 |
20 |
Problem solving |
A1 A14 A15 A21 A27 B2 C6 |
9 |
13.5 |
22.5 |
Oral presentation |
A1 A7 A8 A9 A12 A14 A15 A16 A20 A21 A24 A27 B2 B3 B5 B6 B7 C1 C2 C3 C6 C7 C8 |
2 |
5 |
7 |
ICT practicals |
A1 A16 A27 B5 B7 C3 C6 |
0 |
4 |
4 |
Simulation |
A1 A7 A8 A9 A12 A14 A15 A16 A20 A21 A24 B1 B2 B3 C3 C6 |
2 |
4 |
6 |
Workbook |
A1 A16 A23 A24 C6 C7 C8 |
0 |
6.5 |
6.5 |
Multiple-choice questions |
A1 A8 A9 A12 A14 A15 A16 A20 A21 A24 A27 B1 B2 B3 B5 B7 C1 C2 C3 C7 C8 |
0 |
3 |
3 |
Mixed objective/subjective test |
A1 A8 A9 A12 A14 A15 A16 A20 A21 A24 B1 B2 B3 B5 B7 C1 C2 C3 C6 C7 C8 |
3 |
7 |
10 |
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Personalized attention |
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1 |
0 |
1 |
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(*)The information in the planning table is for guidance only and does not take into account the heterogeneity of the students. |
Methodologies |
Methodologies |
Description |
Guest lecture / keynote speech |
Classical lecture format with audiovisual aids. Main theoretical features of each topic will be presented. Students participation is encouraged. |
Laboratory practice |
Lab work to apply on the theoretical concepts and to acquire the experimental skills associated with them. |
Seminar |
This activity will take place in small groups. The aim is to gain insight and to deepen in the lecture topics based on the active participation of students. |
Problem solving |
Practical application, numerical and conceptual, of the theoretical knowledge. |
Oral presentation |
One of the experiments carried out in the lab, selected by the lecturer, must be orally presented and discussed.
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ICT practicals |
The aim is to promote students effective learning through practical exercises by using information and communication technologies (ICT). |
Simulation |
Spectra simulation and the corresponding critical analysis to deepen the key concepts. Activity in small groups at the computers room. |
Workbook |
Readings to gain insight in the theoretical concepts. |
Multiple-choice questions |
Throughout the course there will be, using the Moodle learning platform, a series of tests to assess learning of concepts, skills, competencies and skills associated with the subject. |
Mixed objective/subjective test |
Combination of different types of questions: multiple choice, short answer, essay, etc. and numerical problems. Knowledge, reasoning, and critical thinking will be assessed. |
Personalized attention |
Methodologies
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Simulation |
Problem solving |
Seminar |
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Description |
To look for a deeper understanding of the subject content, mainly spectroscopic applications, and to find the best personalized strategy in problem solving.
Tutoring schedule will be decided at lecturers and students convenience. The plan is to have four sessions, fifteen minutes each, during the term. They take place at the lecturers' offices.
Part-time students and those exempted from attending classes must attend personally to, at least, at one tutoring session per seminar in time schedule agreed between lecturer and student. This is complemented by the use of e-tutoring. |
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Assessment |
Methodologies
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Competencies / Results |
Description
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Qualification
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Simulation |
A1 A7 A8 A9 A12 A14 A15 A16 A20 A21 A24 B1 B2 B3 C3 C6 |
Critical analysis of the simulation exercises. |
10 |
Multiple-choice questions |
A1 A8 A9 A12 A14 A15 A16 A20 A21 A24 A27 B1 B2 B3 B5 B7 C1 C2 C3 C7 C8 |
Answer to on-line multiple choice tests and/or completion of other on-line activities by the corresponding deadlines. |
10 |
Oral presentation |
A1 A7 A8 A9 A12 A14 A15 A16 A20 A21 A24 A27 B2 B3 B5 B6 B7 C1 C2 C3 C6 C7 C8 |
Content
Verbal skills
Non-verbal skills
Ability to answer questions on the presentation. |
10 |
ICT practicals |
A1 A16 A27 B5 B7 C3 C6 |
Participation in on-line activities (files uploads and downloads, forums, WIKI, conceptual maps, ...).
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5 |
Seminar |
A1 A8 A9 A12 A14 A15 A16 A20 A21 A24 A27 B1 B2 B3 B5 B7 C1 C2 C6 C7 C8 |
Active participation |
10 |
Laboratory practice |
A1 A7 A9 A12 A14 A15 A16 A19 A20 A21 A23 A24 A26 A27 B1 B2 B3 B5 B7 C6 |
Operational aspects.
Lab notebook.
Critical analysis of the lab results
Written report |
15 |
Mixed objective/subjective test |
A1 A8 A9 A12 A14 A15 A16 A20 A21 A24 B1 B2 B3 B5 B7 C1 C2 C3 C6 C7 C8 |
Final exam with two parts. One, the theoretical one (50%) which includes multiple choice questions, short answer and/or essay type, and, second, the numerical problems part (50%). |
40 |
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Assessment comments |
Knowledge, the ability of: critical thinking, synthesis, comparison, processing, concepts application and originality of the student will be assessed.
Grading system. The Spanish grading system will be used as follows:
Spanish Grade Definition ECTS Grade Definition.
10 Matrícula de Honor A+ Top Qualification
9 -10 Sobresaliente A Highest 10%
7 – 8.9 Notable B Next 20%
5 – 6.9 Aprobado C-D Next 65%
0 – 4.9 Suspenso FX-F Not Pass
Attendance. It is strongly sugested the attendance at all activities. Attendance at all laboratory sessions is mandatory. Non attendance implies not pass, fail with cero over ten, the subject.
First opportunity. At least a grade of 4.5 over ten in each of the two parts of the final exam and lab work is required to take into consideration the rest of the assessable activities.
Second opportunity. Activities subject to assessment graded below 4.5 over ten must be delivered again -but those related to seminars and lab sessions-, as well as redo the part(s) of the final exam with a mark below 4.5 over ten.
In both oportunities, in spite of getting a mark of five or above, over ten, by using the weighted average, the final mark will be 4.5 if a least a grade of 4.5 over ten is not obtained in each of the two parts of the final exam and lab work and/or a grade below 4.5 over ten in the rest of each assessable activities.
In both opportunities, a final grade of five over ten is required to pass the subject. The final grade is calculated by considering all assessable activities and applying the weights indicated above.
Matricula de Honor (MH). An extra exam will be carried out in case of the number of student
students, eligible for Matrícula de Honor, is greater than the
number of allowed MHs. Students assessed in the second opportunity could
also be eligible for Matrícula de Honor if the maximum allowed number
of MHs has not been fully covered in the first opportunity.
No presentado grade. Students who have participated in scheduled assessment activities whose sum is less than 50% of the final mark will be graded as no presentado, except they achieved a mark of five over ten in the lab work.
Next academic courses. As regard to next academic courses, everything starts again with the new course, but the lab work if it was graded with five over ten. Such exemption, if it is offered, must be requested by the student within the estblished term.
Part-time students and those exempted from attending classes. Prevoius criteria also apply, but those related to attending and participating in seminars. In this case students will have available seminar activities which must be delivered/uploaded as timely indicated by electronic means.
Complement in doctorate studies. The mark will be PASS or FAIL.
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Sources of information |
Basic
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Atkins, Peter W. (2014). Atkins' Physical Chemistry. Oxford : Oxford University Press
Levine, Ira N. (2004). Fisicoquímica. Madrid : McGrawhill
Luis Carballeira Ocaña & Ignacio Pérez Juste (2008). Problemas de Espectroscopía Molecular . Oleiros : Netbiblo
Atkins, Peter W. (2008). Química física. Buenos Aires : Médica Panamericana |
Además das fontes indicadas neste apartado, e no seguinte, poderán suxerirse na plataforma de teleformación MOODLE,outras que ó longo do curso se consideren interesantes. |
Complementary
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(2005). International tables for crystallography. Volume A, Space-group symmetry. Dordrecht : Springer
http://www.spectroscopynow.com/ (). .
http://photobiology.info/ (). .
http://nobelprize.org/nobel_prizes/ (). .
http://www.johnkyrk.com/photosynthesis.html (). .
http://micro.magnet.fsu.edu/optics/timeline/people/jablonski.html (). .
http://ozonewatch.gsfc.nasa.gov/ (). .
http://www.nist.gov/ (). .
http://www.ch.ic.ac.uk/local/symmetry (). .
B. Metin (2005). Basic ¹H-and ¹³C-NMR spectroscopy. Amsterdam : Elsevier
A. M. Ellis (2005). Electronic and photoelectron spectroscopy fundamentals and case studies.. Cambridge University Press
Alberto Requena Rodríguez & José Zúñiga Román (2004). Espectroscopia. Pearson Educación, S.A.
Víctor Luaña, V. M. García Fernández, E. Francisco & J. M. Recio (2002). Espectroscopía molecular.. Universidad de Oviedo, Servicio de Publicaciones
Andrew Gilbert & Jim Baggott (1991). Essentials of molecular photochemistry.. Oxford ; Boston : Blackwell Scientific Publications
P. R. Griffiths (2007). Fourier transform infrared spectrometry. . John Wiley & Sons
C. Gell (2006). Handbook of single molecule fluorescence spectroscopy. Oxford University Press
G. Socrates (2005). Infrared and raman characteristic group frequencies tables and charts. . John Wiley & Sons
R. Jenkins (1996). Introduction to X-ray powder diffractometry. New York : John Wiley & Sons
Helmet H. Telle, Angel Gonzalez Ureña, Robert J. Donovan (2007). Laser chemistry : spectroscopy, dynamics and applications.. West Sussex : John Wiley & Sons
J. Michael Hollas (2004). Modern Spectroscopy. Hoboken (New Jersey) : John Wiley & Sons
Françoise Hippert et al. (2006). Neutron and x-ray spectroscopy. Dordrecht : Springer
T. N. Mitchell (2004). NMR--from spectra to structures: an experimental approach. Berlin: Springer
Carol E. Wayne & Richard P. Wayne (1996). Photochemistry. Oxford : Oxford University Press
J. R. Albani (2007). Principles and applications of fluorescence spectroscopy. Oxford : Blackwell
J. R. Lakowicz (2006). Principles of fluorescence spectroscopy. New York : Springer
Ooi, Li-ling (2010). Principles of x-ray crystallography. Oxford : Oxford University Press
Alberto Requena & José Zúñiga (2007). Química Física : problemas de espectroscopia : fundamentos, átomos y moléculas diatómicas. . Madrid : Pearson Educación
D. C. Harris (1989). Symmetry and spectroscopy an introduction to vibrational and electronic spectroscopy. New York : Dover
S. F. A. Kettle (2007). Symmetry and structure : readable group theory for chemists.. John Wiley
J. Keeler (2010). Understanding NMR spectroscopy.. Chichester : John Wiley and Sons |
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Recommendations |
Subjects that it is recommended to have taken before |
Mathematics 1/610G01001 | Mathematics 2/610G01002 | Physics 1/610G01003 | Physics 2/610G01004 | Biology/610G01005 | Geology/610G01006 | General Chemistry 1/610G01007 | General Chemistry 2/610G01008 | General Chemistry 3/610G01009 | Chemistry Laboratory 1/610G01010 | Analytical Chemistry 1/610G01011 | Physical Chemistry 1/610G01016 | Inorganic Chemistry 1/610G01021 | Organic Chemistry 1/610G01026 | Chemistry, Information and Society/610G01031 |
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Subjects that are recommended to be taken simultaneously |
Chemistry Laboratory 2/610G01032 |
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Subjects that continue the syllabus |
Physical Chemistry 3/610G01018 | Experimental Physical Chemistry/610G01019 | Advanced Physical Chemistry/610G01020 | Final Dissertation/610G01043 |
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Other comments |
It is strongly recommended to study regularly the theoretical concepts explained in the lectures, and, at the same time, to answer the questions and to solve the numerical problems proposed along the course.Handouts should never replace the recommended reference material.It could be very HELPFUL the use of the tutorships to clarify doubts and to deepen the knowledge associated with the subject. |
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