An introduction to the composition, structure, and properties of matter. The first semester covers stoichiometry, atomic structure, periodic trends, bonding and molecular geometry, and the behavior of gases, liquids, and solids. The laboratory stresses basic techniques and quantitative applications. Basic algebra skills are required. Concurrent enrollment in calculus is recommended for students who intend to go on in chemistry.

This course surveys the field of analytical chemistry with emphasis on the basic principle of solution equilibria. Quantitative treatment of solubility, acidity, and oxidation potential provide the background for the understanding of gravimetric and volumetric techniques. Modern methods of instrumental analysis are studied and integrated into the laboratory work.

Prerequisite: Chemistry 101-102.

This course stresses a modern, molecular approach to the subject. The first semester begins with a study of model quantum mechanical systems and culminates in the application of the model systems to atomic and molecular structure and spectra. Statistical mechanics is used as a bridge between quantum mechanics and the second semester topics of equilibrium thermodynamics and chemical kinetics. Carefully chosen experiments illustrate the central topics. Students analyze their data with particular emphasis on the way in which error in fundamental measurements propagates through to error in final results. Molecular modeling software is used to go

beyond consideration of prototypical systems.

Prerequisites:Chemistry 101-102, Physics 101-102, Mathematics 111 and 114.