610-360 Analytical & Environmental Chemistry

Either chemistry 610-260, or both 610-280 and 610-285

Upon completion of the subject 610-360 students should comprehend the principles of quantitative analytical chemistry; the complementary nature of classical and instrumental methods of analysis; the importance of planning and full understanding in the efficient performance of chemical analyses; and the nature of chemical systems in the environment.

In the practical component of the course students should have developed skills in quantitative chemical separations; ability to carry out classical and instrumental determinations of selected components of a variety of sample materials; and competence in planning and execution of experimental procedures; ability to prepare reports of analyses carried out.

The lecture course covers topics selected from principles of the major analytical instruments; chemical methods of sample preparation for classical and instrumental analysis; and aspects of environmental chemistry.

One 2-hour written examination at the end of semester. Assignments and tests may constitute up to 10% of the final assessment. Practical work will be continuously assessed. Satisfactory performance in both theory and practical work is required before credit can be granted.