Physical Chemistry Laboratory

Catalog description

Laboratory portion of CHM 37300 and 37400. Typically offered Spring. Prerequisite(s): CHM 37300 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF C- AND CHM 37400 FOR LEVEL UG WITH MIN. GRADE OF C- (MAY BE TAKEN CONCURRENTLY) Course Learning Outcomes 1. Students will be able to use theory to understand universal physical laws as they apply to chemistry. 2. Students will be able to use theory to understand/predict experimental observations. 3. Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the physical properties and a molecular understanding of chemical reactivity and materials. 4. Students will be able to develop problem-solving skills: identifying the objective. 5. Students will be able to carry out calculations related to specific chemistry topics. 6. Students will be able to understand energetic and kinetics of chemical transformations. 7. Students will be able to reduce complex problems into simpler components. 8. Students will be able to work in teams and collaborate. 9. Students will be able to work with minimal supervision. 10. Students will be able to comprehend scientific papers. 11. Students will be able to organize data for meaningful interpretation, including causes of experimental error, limitations of data. 12. Students will be able to practice professional behavior: reliability, punctuality, efficiency. View Class Schedule