Course Description
The second semester of a two-semester sequence covering basic concepts and techniques of physical chemistry. The level of coverage is designed for chemistry majors.
Athena Title
Modern Physical Chemistry II
Prerequisite
CHEM 3211
Pre or Corequisite
MATH 2270 or MATH 2500
Semester Course Offered
Offered spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
A. Utilize Calculus as a quantitative tool to solve complex issues in chemical analysis. B. Use the laws of thermodynamics to discuss and predict chemical reactivity and behavior. C. Use the laws of statistical thermodynamics to predict the thermodynamic properties of matter starting from its microscopic description. D. Utilize Phase Diagrams to describe the phases of a compound as a function of temperature and pressure. E. Develop an advanced understanding of chemical kinetics and its application to complex chemical reactions. F. Connect thermodynamic, kinetic, and equilibrium concepts together in a framework to better predict chemical behavior. G. Utilize technology for communication and homework calculations, e.g., e-mail, EXCEL, MATHCAD, word processing software, and eLC.
Topical Outline
TOPICS: I. Fundamental Concepts of Thermodynamics II. Heat, Work, Internal Energy, Enthalpy, and the First Law of Thermodynamics III. The Importance of State Functions: Internal Energy and Enthalpy IV. Thermochemistry V. Entropy and the Second and Third Laws of Thermodynamics VI. Chemical Equilibrium VII. Statistical Thermodynamics VIII. Phase Diagrams and the Relative Stability of Solids, Liquids, and Gases IX. Ideal and Real Solutions X. Kinetic Theory of Gases XI. Transport Phenomena XII. Elementary Chemical Kinetics XIII. Complex Reaction Mechanisms
Syllabus