CHEM 485 - Bonding Theory

Institution:

Widener University-Main Campus

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Description:

An introduction to modern theories of the chemical bond. The course begins by reviewing the principles of quantum mechanics, then applies these principles, with appropriate approximations, to simple model systems, to atoms, and to increasingly complicated molecules. Topics include molecular orbital theory, valence bond theory, Hueckel theory, and molecular mechanics. Computer methods, particularly for semi-empirical and molecular mechanics calculations, will be emphasized throughout the course. Pre- or corequisite: CHEM 386 or permission of the instructor. 3 semester hours

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.widener.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 499-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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