Program Overview

Course Overview

The course KD1080 Chemical Dynamics is a 6.0 credit course that treats chemical reaction kinetics and molecular dynamics. The aim is to present a unified treatment of time-dependent phenomena in chemistry.

Information per Course Offering

Spring 2026

• Course location: KTH Campus
• Duration: 16 Mar 2026 - 1 Jun 2026
• Periods: Spring 2026: P4 (6 hp)
• Pace of study: 33%
• Application code: 60822
• Form of study: Normal Daytime
• Language of instruction: Swedish
• Number of places: Places are not limited
• Target group: No information inserted
• Planned modular schedule: No information inserted

Course Syllabus

The course syllabus is available in an accessible format on this page.

Content and Learning Outcomes

Course Contents

• Molecular dynamics in general
• Kinetic theory of gases
• Diffusion and other transport phenomena
• Chemical reaction kinetics, molecular reaction mechanisms
• Photophysical processes
• Dynamical processes in biological systems

Intended Learning Outcomes

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Literature and Preparations

Specific Prerequisites

• KE1140

Recommended Prerequisites

• Courses within the Degree Programme in Chemical Science and Engineering study year 1
• SF1633 Differential Equations I

Literature

Information about course literature can be found in the course memo for the course offering or in the course room in Canvas.

Examination and Completion

Grading Scale

• A, B, C, D, E, FX, F

Examination

• TEN1 - Written exam, 4.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
• LAB1 - Laboratory Work, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F

Other Requirements for Final Grade

1. Written examination 4.5 credits
2. Laboratory work 1.5 credit

Examiner

Mats Jonsson

Ethical Approach

• All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
• In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
• In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.

Further Information

Offered by

CBH/Chemistry

Main Field of Study

Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Technology

Education Cycle

First cycle

Part of Programme

• Master of Science in Engineering and in Education, year 3, MAKE, Mandatory
• Degree Programme in Engineering Chemistry, year 2, Mandatory