CHEM 462
Physical Chemistry 1
Chemistry and Biochemistry
College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Course Description
Quantum mechanics, group theory, atomic and molecular structure, spectroscopy, computational methods, statistical mechanics.
When Taught
Fall
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Wave Functions and Operators
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate understanding of wave functions and operators, including solving for eigenvalues and expectation values
Title
Interpret and Extract Information on Molecular Shape
Learning Outcome
Apply quantum models of molecules to interpret spectra and extract information on molecular shape
Title
Solve for Simple Bonding Orbitals
Learning Outcome
Solve for simple bonding orbitals using valence bond, linear combinations of atomic orbitals and symmetry adapted linear combinations
Title
Solve for the Partition Function of Molecular Systems
Learning Outcome
Solve for the partition function of molecular systems, including translational, rotational, vibrational and electronic energies
Title
Characterize Molecular Properties
Learning Outcome
Characterize molecular properties by solving for molecular symmetry
Title
Approximation Techniques
Learning Outcome
Apply approximation techniques (variation and perturbation) to relate model system to real chemical systems
Title
Properties of Model Systems
Learning Outcome
Solve for properties of model systems, including particle in a box, harmonic oscillator, rigid rotor, Hydrogen-like atoms
