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Kenyon Equivalent: CHEMISTRY 121: INTRO CHEMISTRY I = 1/2 unit creditThis course provides a thorough introduction to the fundamental concepts, theories, and methodologies of chemistry, and to selected topics in descriptive inorganic and organic chemistry. Topics to be studied include stoichiometry, theories of atomic and molecular structure and bonding, the periodic table, acid-base chemistry, chemical equilibria, selected aspects of chemical thermodynamics, and chemical kinetics. This course provides a basis for the further study of chemistry and the other sciences. The format is lecture and discussion. Kenyon Equivalent: CHEMISTRY 123:INTRO CHEMISTRY LAB= 1/2 unit creditThis course is a continuation of CHEM 121.This laboratory course accompanies CHEM 121 and 122 with an introduction to modern experimental chemistry. Laboratory experiments explore inorganic synthesis, molecular structure and properties, and spectroscopy, with an emphasis on laboratory safety, computerized data acquisition and analysis, and the theory of analytical instrumentation. The laboratory work is organized around individual and team projects. Communication skills are developed through proper use of a laboratory notebook. One three-hour laboratory is held per week. Corequisite: CHEM 121 or 122. Kenyon Equivalent: CHEMISTRY LAB 124: BIOPHYSICAL & MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY= 1/4 unit creditThis lecture-discussion course is one of two paths to continue the introductory chemistry sequence started in CHEM 121 or 122. Chemical principles of molecular structure and bonding, reactivity, electrochemistry, kinetics, and intermolecular forces will be explored in the context of biomolecules and molecular approaches to medicine. Prerequisite: CHEM 121 or 122.Kenyon equivalent: CHEMISTRY LAB 126: INTRO CHEMISTRY LAB II = 1/4 unit creditBiophysical and Medicinal Chemistry Lab sections 01, 02, 03 This lab is an experimental course to accompany CHEM 124. One three-hour laboratory session will be held per week. Juniors and seniors may enroll with permission of department chair.
Nanoscience Lab section 04 This lab is an experimental course to accompany CHEM 125. One three-hour laboratory session will be held per week. Laboratory esperiments involve the synthesis of functional materials, the analysis of their properties, and the assembly of materials into useful working devices. Specific activities may include: solar cells, nanocrystalline materials, quantum data, and excited state kinetics. Juniors and seniors may enroll with permission of department chair.
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