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The first course in a two-course analytical chemistry sequence, emphasizing the analytical chemist's approach to problem solving, statistical analysis of data, and calibration methods. It addresses the theory and practice of gravimetric and volumetric methods of quantitative analysis. It also provides a brief introduction to the major areas of instrumental methods in analytical chemistry. The laboratory focuses on the analytical process, including problem-solving and analytical techniques for the safe and proper analysis of a variety of analytes (with particular emphasis on the proper usage of lab notebooks). Three hours of lecture and 6 hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in CHEM 1451.