CHEM 3890

CHEM 3890

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2020-2021.

CHEM 3890 - CHEM 3900 is a year-long sequence covering key topics in physical chemistry. CHEM 3890 introduces the use of mathematics and physics to investigate chemical systems. The fundamental principles of quantum mechanics are introduced and applied to understanding the structure and spectra of atoms and molecules. Specific topics include exact and approximate solutions to the Schrödinger equation, angular momentum, bonding and molecules, and spectroscopy. CHEM 3900 follows with an introduction to the behavior of ensembles of quantum particles (statistical mechanics), the laws of thermodynamics, and kinetic theory.

When Offered Fall.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: PHYS 2208 and CHEM 2080, or MATH 2130 or MATH 2310 or MATH 2220, or permission of instructor.

Distribution Category (PBS-AS, PHS-AS)

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion.

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  4290 CHEM 3890   LEC 001

    • MWF Online Meeting
    • Sep 2 - Dec 16, 2020
    • Ananth, N

  • Instruction Mode: Online

  •  4291 CHEM 3890   DIS 201

  • Instruction Mode: In Person Transition to Online
    Enrollment limited to students who are able to attend in-person classes in the Ithaca area.

  •  4292 CHEM 3890   DIS 202

  • Instruction Mode: In Person Transition to Online
    Enrollment limited to students who are able to attend in-person classes in the Ithaca area.

  •  4293 CHEM 3890   DIS 203

  • Instruction Mode: In Person Transition to Online
    Enrollment limited to students who are able to attend in-person classes in the Ithaca area.

  • 21667 CHEM 3890   DIS 204

  • Instruction Mode: Online