May be repeated for credit, but only if different topics are covered. F Modern aspects of organic chemistry emphasizing the mechanisms of reactions and synthesis of molecules of current interest. F Theoretical concepts of organic chemistry, stereochemistry and mechanisms of organic reactions. Chemistry of heterocyclic compounds of nitrogen, oxygen, sulfur and other elements. Selected Topics in Organic Chemistry, 1-4 cr.
Topics vary with interests of students.
May be repeated for credit, but only if different topics are covered. Fundamental thermodynamic and kinetic concepts of separation and practical aspects of current separation techniques used in analytical chemistry. Fundamental principles underlying the most commonly employed techniques for surface and thin films analysis. Representative techniques include atomic force microscopy, secondary ion mass spectrometry, Auger electron spectroscopy and Rutherford backscattering. Laboratory exercises give insights into analytical methods.