This lecture covers the theoretical and conceptual foundations of quantum dynamics in molecular systems. Particular attention is taken to derive and compare quantum and classical approximations which can be used to simulate the dynamics of molecular systems and the reaction rate constant used in chemical kinetics.

Experiments on the methodology and application of spectroscopy in the following areas: NMR spectroscopy, ESR spectroscopy, holography, single molecule detection and spectroscopy, UV/VIS absorption spectroscopy, high resolution IR spectroscopy, carbon dioxide laser and IR multi photon excitation, time resolved bi-molecular kinetics, near-infrared spectroscopy, cavity ring-down spectroscopy.

Practical introduction to important basic experimental methods in physical chemistry. Investigation of qualitative and quantitative relations between physico-chemical quantities of the systems under study.

Theoretical foundations of magnetic resonance (NMR,EPR) and selected applications.

Practical introduction to important experimental methods in physical and analytical chemistry.

Introduction of the basics of signal processing in spectroscopy. Fourier transformation, linear response theory, stochastic signals, digital data processing, Fourier spectroscopy.

Laboratory experiments to acquire a profound knowledge of spectroscopical methods and techniques in chemistry. Evaluation and visualization of measurement data. Writing lab reports.