Physical Chemistry II

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Physical chemistry of molecules. Wave properties of matter; quantum mechanics of translation, rotation, and vibration; atomic structure; molecular orbitals; quantum states; statistical mechanics; chemical kinetics; collision theory; transition state theory. Prerequisite(s): CHM 37300 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF C- AND MA 26100 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF C- Course Learning Outcomes 1. Give examples that demonstrate the fundamental principles in quantum mechanics. 2. Apply simple quantum mechanical models such as particle-in-a-box to atomic and molecular structures to predict wave functions and calculate energy levels. 3. Interpret simple optical spectroscopy of atoms and molecules based on quantum mechanical principles. View Class Schedule