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CHEM 424 - Thermodynamics and Kinetics Laboratory

(2 units)
Training in laboratory techniques provided by experimental verification of the principles of physical chemistry. Topical focus is on chemical thermodynamics and kinetics.

Prerequisite(s): CHEM 421  .

Units of Lecture: 1
Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
Offered Every Spring
Student Learning Outcomes (if available):
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to conduct experiments to quantify thermodynamic and kinetic phenomena following experimental protocols and safety guidelines.
2. Students will be able to quantitatively analyze the results of experiments using theoretical relationships and models.
3. Students will be able to evaluate and report the experimental uncertainty of quantitative measurements.
4. Students will be able to interpret the results of experiments in terms of physical chemistry concepts.
5. Students will be able to report results of experiments in the quality and form of a scientific journal article.
6. Students will be able to articulate and follow ethical principles in a scientific context, including standards of laboratory practice, the communication of literature research without plagiarism, and the crediting of collaborators.


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