Kocaeli University / European Credit Transfer System (ECTS)

Name of Lecturer(s)

Prof. Dr. Ahmet BİLGİN
Prof. Dr. Ufuk YILDIZ

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation

Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit

1) Make the definition of phthalocyanines and their derivatives.
2) Explain the general characteristics and types of phthalocyanines.
3) Arrange the applications of phthalocyanines.
4) Explain the methods of synthesis and purifications of phthalocyanines.
5) Clarify the mechanism of phthalocyanine formation.
6) Explain the spectroscopic characteristics of phthalocyanines.
7) Clarify the aggregation and disaggregation properties of phthalocyanines.
8) Clarify how the solublity of phthalocyanines can be enhanced.
9) Clarify how to prepare the staring materials which is used in the synthesis of phthalocyanine.
10) Explain the reactions of phthalocyanines.

Program Competencies-Learning Outcomes Relation

		Program Competencies
		1	2	3	4	5	6
Learning Outcomes
	1	High	Low	High	No relation	Middle	High
	2	High	Low	High	No relation	Middle	High
	3	High	Low	No relation	No relation	High	High
	4	High	Low	High	No relation	Middle	High
	5	High	Low	High	No relation	High	High
	6	High	Low	High	No relation	High	High
	7	High	Low	High	No relation	High	High
	8	High	Low	High	No relation	Middle	High
	9	High	Low	High	No relation	Middle	High
	10	High	Low	High	No relation	Middle	High

Mode of Delivery

Face to Face

Prerequisites and Co-Requisites

None

Recommended Optional Programme Components

N/A

Course Contents

This course provides candidates with profound knowledge on phthalocyanines and related compounds, spectral properties, crystal structure, the physical and chemical properties of phthalocyanines, the usage fields of phthalocyanines, general synthetic methods, mechanisms of phthalocyanine formation, general methods of purification, soluble phthalocyanines, synthesis of starting materials, the aggregation properties of phthalocyanines, the species of phthalocyanines, metal-free phthalocyanines, metal phthalocyanines, symmetrical and unsymmetrical phthalocyanines, reactions of phthalocyanines, polymeric phthalocyanines, synthesis of azaanalogous phthalocyanines, and electronic structure.

Weekly Schedule

1) Introduction to Phthalocyanines and Related Compounds
2) Spectral Properties of Phthalocyanines
3) Crystal Structure of Phthalocyanines
4) The Physical and Chemical Properties of Phthalocyanines
5) The Usage Fields of Phthalocyanines
6) General Synthetic Methods of Phthalocyanines
7) Mechanisms of Phthalocyanine Formation
8) Midterm examination/Assessment
9) General Purification Techniques
10) Soluble Phthalocyanines
11) Synthesis of Starting Materials
12) The Aggregation Properties of Phthalocyanines
13) The Species of Phthalocyanines. Metal-Free Phthalocyanines. Metal Phthalocyanines. Symmetrical and Unsymmetrical Phthalocyanines. Polymeric Phthalocyanines.
14) Reactions of Phthalocyanines
15) Synthesis of Azaanalogous Phthalocyanines. Electronic Structure
16) Final examination

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1) Lecture
2) Discussion
3) Demonstration
4) Group Study
5) Problem Solving

Assessment Methods and Criteria

Contribution of Semester Studies to Course Grade

60%

		Number	Percentage
Semester Studies	Midterm Examination	1	40%
Semester Studies	Quiz	1	60%

Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade

40%

Total

100%

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Work Placement(s)

Not Required

Course Unit Title	Course Unit Code	Type of Course Unit	Level of Course Unit	Year of Study	Semester	ECTS Credits
Phthalocyanines	KIM509	Elective	Master's degree	1	Fall	8