CHEM 321 - Physical Chemistry I

Institution:

Duquesne University

Subject:

CHEM - Chemistry

Description:

This class provides an understanding of atomic and molecular structure and energy. Competency in integration, differentiation, complex analysis, and liner algebra is expected and reviewed. The material covered involves the Schrodinger equation, particle in a box, postulates of quantum mechanics, the harmonic oscillator and rigid roto, and the hydrogen atom. The class objective is to establish a solid foundation in quantum chemistry to be applied and understood in more advanced topics of chemical bonding and molecular spectroscopy. Prerequisites: PHYS 202 or 212. C or better in CHEM 212. C or better in MATH 116. Lecture, three hours.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.duq.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 396-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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