Course Summary
Learn about statistical thermodynamics, which is the study of the behavior of systems consisting of a large number of particles.Key Learning Points
- Understand the principles of statistical thermodynamics and how it relates to the behavior of systems with a large number of particles.
- Learn about the relationship between statistical thermodynamics and quantum mechanics.
- Explore the different types of ensembles used in statistical thermodynamics.
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the principles of statistical thermodynamics and how it applies to real-world systems.
- Learn how to calculate the properties of systems using statistical thermodynamics.
- Gain a better understanding of the relationship between statistical thermodynamics and quantum mechanics.
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- A basic understanding of thermodynamics and quantum mechanics.
- A willingness to engage in complex mathematical calculations.
Course Difficulty Level
AdvancedCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Video lectures
- Assignments
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Related Books
Description
This introductory physical chemistry course examines the connections between molecular properties and the behavior of macroscopic chemical systems.
Outline
- Module 1
- Video 1.0 - The Thermite Reaction
- Video 1.1 - That Thermite Reaction
- Video 1.2 - Benchmarking Thermoliteracy
- Video 1.3 - Quantization of Energy
- Video 1.4 - The Hydrogen Chloride Cannon
- Video 1.5 - Atomic Energy Levels
- Video 1.6 - Diatomic Molecular Energy Levels
- Video 1.7 - Polyatomic Molecular Energy Levels
- Video 1.8 - Review of Module 1
- Meet the Course Instructor
- Grading Policy
- Read Me First
- Syllabus
- Resources
- Module One
- Module 1 Homework
- Module 2
- Video 2.1 - Ideal Gas Equation of State
- Video 2.2 - Non-ideal Gas Equations of State
- Video 2.3 - Gas-Liquid PV Diagrams
- Video 2.4 - Law of Corresponding States
- Video 2.5 - Virial Equation of State
- Video 2.6 - Molecular Interactions
- Video 2.7 - Other Intermolecular Potentials
- Video 2.8 - Review of Module 2
- Module 2
- Module 2 homework
- Module 3
- Video 3.1 - Boltzmann Probability
- Video 3.2 - Boltzmann Population
- Video 3.3 - Ideal Gas Internal Energy
- Video 3.4 - Ideal Gas Equation of State Redux
- Video 3.5 - van der Waals Equation of State Redux
- Video 3.6 - The Ensemble Partition Function
- Video 3.7 - The Molecular Partition Function
- Video 3.8 - Review of Module 3
- Module 3
- Module 3 homework
- Module 4
- Video 4.1 - Ideal Monatomic Gas: qtrans
- Video 4.2 - Ideal Monatomic Gas: Q
- Video 4.3 - Ideal Monatomic Gas: Properties
- Video 4.4 - Ideal Diatomic Gas: Part 1
- Video 4.5 - Ideal Diatomic Gas: Part 2
- Video 4.6 - Ideal Diatomic Gas: Q
- Video 4.7 - Ideal Polyatomic Gases: Part 1
- Video 4.8 - Ideal Polyatomic Gases: Part 2
- Video 4.9 - Review of Module 4
- Module 4
- Module 4 homework
- Module 5
- Video 5.1 - First Law of Thermodynamics
- Video 5.2 - Paths of PV Work
- Video 5.3 - Differentials and State Functions
- Video 5.4 - Characteristic Ideal Gas Expansion Paths
- Video 5.5 - Adiabatic Processes
- Video 5.6 - Microscopic Origin of Pressure
- Video 5.7 - Enthalpy
- Video 5.8 - Heat Capacities
- Video 5.9 - Thermochemistry
- Video 5.10 - Standard Enthalpy
- Video 5.11 - Review of Module 5
- Module 5
- Module 5 Homework
- Module 6
- Video 6.1 - Entropy
- Video 6.2 - Entropy as a State Function
- Video 6.3 - Spontaneity and the Second Law
- Video 6.4 - Statistical Entropy
- Video 6.5 - Computing Entropy
- Video 6.6 - Entropy and the Partition Function
- Video 6.7 - Beta and Boltzmann’s Constant
- Video 6.8 - The Carnot Cycle
- Video 6.9 - Review of Module 6
- Module 6
- Module 6 Homework
- Module 7
- Video 7.1 - Entropy and Other Thermodynamic Functions
- Video 7.2 - Third Law of Thermodynamics
- Video 7.3 - Standard Entropy
- Video 7.4 - Entropy from the Partition Function
- Video 7.5 - Third Law Entropies
- Video 7.6 - Additivity of Entropies
- Video 7.7 - Review of Module 7
- Module 7
- Module 7 Homework
- Module 8
- Video 8.1 - Helmholtz Free Energy
- Video 8.2 - Gibbs Free Energy
- Video 8.3 - Maxwell Relations from A
- Video 8.4 - Maxwell Relations from G
- Video 8.5 - Rubber Band Thermodynamics
- Video 8.6 - Natural Independent Variables
- Video 8.7 - P and T Dependence of G
- Video 8.8 - Review of Module 8
- Video 8.9 - Credits
- Module 8
- Module 8 Homework
- Final Exam
- Final Exam
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Learn about statistical thermodynamics with this course on Coursera. Reviews indicate high overall satisfaction with the course. Many users appreciated the clear and concise explanations provided throughout the course.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Clear and concise explanationsPros from User Reviews
- Engaging and interesting lectures
- Great supplemental materials
- Challenging but rewarding coursework
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- Some topics were not covered in enough depth
- Course may be too advanced for beginners
- Limited opportunities for interaction with instructor
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