Chemistry [430S] - Solid State Chemistry

Institution:

Hamilton College

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Description:

An advanced laboratory-based physical chemistry course on the design, synthesis, and characterization of new and useful materials. Topics include chemical bonding theories, thermodynamics, lattice dynamics, crystallography, ceramics, metallurgy, and computational methods in the context of solid-state structures. Discussions of strategies for designing materials for technological uses lead to student-led design projects involving the synthesis and characterization of novel materials. Scientific writing, use of the chemical literature, teamwork and oral presentation skills are also stressed. Prerequisite, Chem 321 or 322, or Phys 290. Two hours of formal discussion and two hours of group project per week. Maximum enrollment, 12.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hamilton.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 859-4011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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