No prior knowledge of matrices or graphics calculators is assumed. Problem-solving is an integral part of this course. This course provides students with opportunities of applying modern analytical chemistry concepts to compounds of biological significance. This course is a lab intensive course designed for students who also wish to acquire solid quantitative analytical skills in chemistry. This course concentrates on data analysis and simulation in which digital computers serve as useful tools in the laboratory.
Instruction is given in programming on the digital computer.
Experiments in gas laws, kinetics, and thermodynamics are used to study aspects of data analysis such as curve fitting, interpolation, and numerical determination of slopes. Archaeology Look into the past. An introduction to archaeological methods that includes application of the methods in a field setting. Students participate in excavations at an 18th century Tuscarora Indian fort. They will also learn about DNA fingerprinting and experiment the techniques using their own hair.