The course is intended to introduce chemistry majors to the techniques of laboratory research. They will work on projects assigned by a senior faculty member, under his or her supervision. Synthesis and characterization of inorganic compounds. Vacuum, inter-atmosphere, electrolytic, spectroscopic, and other techniques are utilized, Prerequisitco. Chemistry of elements other than carbon.
Topics emphasize atomic and Molecular structure, ionic and covalent bonding theories.
2nd Semester . A survey course on polymeric materials. Areas covered are the synthesis and reactions of polymers, thermodynamics and kinetics of polymerization, the physical characterization of polymers and the fabrication, testing and uses of polymers. These topics are integrated into both the lecture and the laboratory. The application of modem analytical techniques to analysis with emphasis on the instrumentation and the interpretation of experimental data.