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. Selected Topics in Analytical Chemistry, 1-4 cr.
Topics vary with interests of students.
May be repeated for credit, but only if different topics are covered. CH 332 or consent of instructor. F Principles of classical thermodynamics, chemical kinetics and quantum chemistry. Classical thermodynamics emphasizing theory and significance of energetics and systems of variable composition. Ensemble method, ideal gases, internal degrees of freedom, solid state, imperfect gases, distribution function method in fluids and time-depended fluctuations.