CH 465 Physical Chemistry II
A study of quantum mechanics and spectroscopy as well as their application to chemical and physical systems. Topics include development of quantum mechanics, the Schrodinger equation, operators, quantum representations of molecules, spectroscopic properties of molecules and atoms, chemical binding, computational chemistry, and molecular symmetry. This course includes an intensive laboratory experience. Emphasis will be placed on reading the literature, designing experiments, and writing results in a professional manner. Lecture three hours per week and laboratory three hours per week.
Prerequisite
MA 244 AND
CH 464 both at a grade of “C” or higher or consent of instructor
Offered
Spring Odd Years