Essential chemical arithmetic. Ideal gases and kinetic theory, with a little about real gases. Classical experiments on atomic structure. A little spectroscopy and qualitative atomic and molecular orbitals. Lecture plus laboratory.
Lecture quizzes, homework, and final exam.
Individual experiments, as well as small-group laboratory experiments with group reports. High school chemistry, algebra, and calculator skills essential. Must enroll separately for BOTH lab and lecture sections. Emphasis is on understanding thermodynamics through independent study and classroom discussion. Students will be encouraged to participate in the teaching, perhaps by investigating some special topic in detail or by sharing related material covered in other courses.