Students work both on site in natural habitats and in the laboratory. This course is offered through Trinity's affiliation with AuSable Institute of Environmental Studies at Mancelona, Michigan. See description of the program under the Biology listings. This course introduces the principles of spectroscopic, electrometric, and chromatographic methods of analysis and the types of instruments currently available. Several Argonne staff members describe the instruments they use, including strengths and weaknesses, and guide the student through basic uses of the instruments.
Students obtain experience in preparing and teaching laboratories and in facilities management.
This seminar for junior science majors meets weekly during Spring Semester. It will cover the nature of scientific research, scientific publications, careers in chemistry, and ethical issues. This seminar for senior science majors meets weekly during the Spring Semester. Similar in format to Chemistry 391, this seminar will include scientific writing and preparing a paper for publication. 399 Independent Study Topics selected from student's major interests.