Guided Project Quarter course. A research approach is used to solve problems utilizing instrumentation and associated methodology covered in the previous five chemical instrumentation courses. Includes laboratory with emphasis on synthesis and analysis of inorganic compounds. Fall Term, alternate years. An introduction to chemical research directed by faculty or performed through special arrangements with Argonne National Laboratory or industrial co-op programs.
Research includes original experimental work or library studies.
A professional report or paper and a presentation in the seminar course are required. May be repeated for credit. CHM 460 Advanced Topics in Chemistry Topics vary each term to reflect current student and faculty interests and timely topics in the chemical literature. Examples include advanced organic chemistry, environmental chemistry, industrial organic chemistry, advanced physical chemistry, organometallic chemistry, and organic synthesis. Laboratory may be included.