Using computers, demonstrations of fundamental examples will be developed. Students will be able to access the examples on their computers and build on them using extended examples that illustrate concepts of increasing complexity. Through a menu wi th various options, students may experiment with numerous examples in a short time. Commercial software that simulates these types of processes is available. We will develop dynamic presentations of topics for lectures using video projection hardware.
Many software packages use animation to illustrate chemical reactions.
If this software is available on the network, students will be able to access the ex amples from class for further study and extended exercises. The lab sessions offer a unique opportunity to develop advanced computer techniques. Molecular modeling and computer-simulated experimentation can reduce lab costs and avoid dangerous experiments. Students will learn to perform computer searches. We believe this integrated IT approach to learning will raise the level of knowledge of our students, stimulate their imagination and creativity, improve their computer proficiency, and make them more resourceful.