CHEM 311: Analytical Chemistry I

Course Description

An introduction to the field of analytical chemistry with emphasis on ionic solution equilibria. Specifically, statistical analysis of data, theoretical principles of solubility, acid-base, redox and complex equilibria will be discussed stressing calculations involving system constants and species concentrations. Laboratory techniques include volumetric, potentiometric and spectrophotometric methods with stress on quantitative determinations of inorganic and organic species. Prerequisites: CHEM 106 with a grade of C or better. Co-requisite of CHEM 235. Special course fees may apply.