CHEM 355

Physical Chemistry II

3 Undergraduate credits
Effective January 9, 2017 – Present

This course covers special relativity, elementary quantum theory, atomic structure and spectra. It is intended for students pursuing chemistry and physics major/minor.

Prerequisites

MATH 211: Calculus II and PHYS 212: Calculus Based Physics II

Special information

First day attendance is mandatory.Note: Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 357 Physical Chemistry II Lab except by instructor permission.

Learning outcomes

General

Identify the Know the fundamentals of special relativity and quantum theory
Can apply these theories to quantum systems including atoms
Understand atomic electronic structure and spectra
Can solve Schrodinger equation with boundary conditions for basic quantum systems