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CHEM 465

Physical Chemistry Laboratory 2

Chemistry and Biochemistry College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences

Course Description

Additional experiments in physical chemistry (see Chem 464 for subjects); computer manipulation of data; report preparation and presentation.

When Taught

Winter

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

1

Fixed

1

Fixed

0

Fixed

3

Note

May be taken before, after, or concurrent (preferred) with Chem 464.

Title

Collect Spectroscopic Data

Learning Outcome

Collect quantitative spectroscopic data using a variety of instruments, including FT-IR, UV/Vis

Title

Fit Data to Models

Learning Outcome

Fit collected data to physical chemical mathematical models and extract molecular parameters

Title

Experiment with Molecules

Learning Outcome

Perform molecular computations on the molecules in laboratory experiments

Title

Lab Reports

Learning Outcome

Write clear lab reports in standard scientific journal format

Title

Prepare Graphs/Tables Based on Data

Learning Outcome

Prepare and present clear graphs and tables, showing data from experiments