CHEM 521
Instrumental Analysis Lecture
Chemistry and Biochemistry
College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Course Description
Modern instrumental methods and basic principles of instrumentation.
When Taught
Fall
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
2
Fixed
2
Fixed
2
Fixed
0
Title
Role of Main Components
Learning Outcome
Students will, with the aid of user manuals, be able to effectively operate optical spectrometers, mass spectrometers, and chromatographs based on a fundamental understanding of the components that make up those instruments.
Title
Method Development
Learning Outcome
Students will be able to develop an effective method for the analysis of a sample, with appropriate consideration of sample type, instrument selection based on well-defined figures of merit, validation with appropriate standards, quality control, and statistical analysis in reporting of uncertainties.
Title
Interpretation of Results
Learning Outcome
Students will gain textbook experience in the interpretation of optical, chromatographic, and mass spectrometric measurement in anticipation of hands-on experience with the techniques in Chemistry 523.
Title
Electronic Measurement Principles
Learning Outcome
Students will understand the concepts of input impedance, output impedance, impedance matching, and A/D conversion, and will be able to apply that understanding to the proper connection of a signal source with an electronic measuring device.
Title
Signals and Noise
Learning Outcome
Students will understand the origins of noise in analytical measurements and will be able to apply that understaning in a variety of signal processing techniques that optimize signal-to-noise ratios and improve analytical performance of instrumental methods.
