Courses I teach

Chem 332 Analytical Chemistry I: Quantitative Analysis (2 credits)

Schedule: Offered every fall semester

Course Description: This course teaches (1) fundamental concepts and principles of quantitative chemical analysis; (2) error analysis and the evaluation of experimental measurements and data; and (3) quantitative calculations based on various chemical equilibria.

Course Objectives: In this course, students are expected to learn (1) the fundamental principles of quantitative chemical analysis, (2) the quantitative aspects of chemical reactions and chemical equilibria, (3) how to evaluate experimental data by conducting error analysis.

Chem 332L Analytical Chemistry I: Lab (2 credits)

Schedule: Offered every fall semester; co-requisite with Chem 232

Description: This course teaches basic lab skills and practices in quantitative chemical analysis. Up to 11 experiments are offered that apply and practice the fundamental principles of quantitative analysis. Computer-based tools such as spreadsheet programs are introduced and their use in quantitative analysis is practiced.

Course Objectives: Students are expected to master the basic skills of classical quantitative (volumetric and gravimetric) analysis techniques through lab practices. Students need to, by successful completing required experiments, demonstrate their knowledge of and apply the principles of quantitative chemical analysis introduced and discussed in Chem 232, including quantitative reactions, various chemical equilibria, and data error analysis.

Note: Chem 232 and 233 are Internet-supported courses. Course information, supplemental materials and additional information are offered through SDSU WebCT.

Chem 482 Environmental Chemistry (4 credits)

Schedule: Offered every spring semester

Description: To minimize the negative impact of pollutants and other man-made or natural chemicals on the environment and on our lives, we must understand their origins, reactions, transport and fate in the environment. Environmental chemistry is therefore a study of the chemicals and their reactions in water, air, soil, and biota. This course describes the basic chemical composition and structure of the aquatic and atmospheric environment, and introduces the principles governing chemical reactions in the environment. Topics on important contemporary environmental issues are presented and discussed in the context of environmental chemistry principles.

Course Objectives: Through lectures, homework and short project assignments, and field trips, students are expected to comprehend (1) the principles of environmental chemistry, (2) the composition, structure and functions of the aquatic and atmospheric environment; (3) the impact and fate of pollutant chemicals in the environment. In addition, students are expected to learn to apply the study tools and methodology of environmental chemistry to current and important environmental issues and challenges.

Note: Chem 482 is an Internet-supported course. Course information, supplemental materials and additional information are offered through SDSU WebCT.