Learning objectives
The course is aimed at the knowledge of theoretical basis of the computational quantum chemistry and at their use for the characterization of molecular properties and of molecular processes.
Prerequisites
Basic elements of molecular quantum mechanics
Course unit content
1. Introduction to computational chemistry
2. Hartree-Fock method
3. One-electron properties
4. Basis Sets for expansion of molecular orbitals
5. Geometry optimization
6. Electron correlation methods
7. Density Functional theory
8. Molecular response properties
9. Statistical thermodynamics and transition state theory
10. Solvation models
Full programme
1. Introduction to computational chemistry
2. Hartree-Fock method
3. One-electron properties
4. Basis Sets for expansion of molecular orbitals
5. Geometry optimization
6. Electron correlation methods
7. Density Functional theory
8. Molecular response properties
9. Statistical thermodynamics and transition state theory
10. Solvation models
Bibliography
F. Jensen “Introduction to Computational Chemistry”, Wiley, 1996;
J.B. Foresman and Ae. Frisch, “Exploring Chemistry with Electronic Structure Methods”, 2nd Edit., Pittsburg,1994
Teaching methods
Oral lessons and computational practice.
Assessment methods and criteria
Oral examination and computational project.
Other information
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2030 agenda goals for sustainable development
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