Chemistry 301: Quantitative Chemical Analysis

Three lecture and three laboratory hours a week. 1 unit. [FSNC]
Prerequisite: Chem 317

Dr. Chris Stevenson(cstevens@richmond.edu)
GSC C-209, 289-8635

Course Description

Analytical chemistry is the study of methods used to determine the chemical composition of an object from its chemical and/or physical properties. Chemistry 301 is concerned with quantitative chemical analysis, Chemistry 302 deals with the qualitative identification of chemicals.

In this course, the principles and techniques of various chemical and instrumental methods of quantitative analysis are discussed and applied. Topics include gravimetric, titrimetric, electrochemical, and spectrochemical analysis, as well as basic analytical methodology. Applications of these methods will include the analysis of environmental, pharmaceutical, food, and biological samples.

Course Goals

After completing this course, you should possess:

• the knowledge of the techniques and methodologies of quantitative chemical analysis
• the laboratory skills and experience necessary to perform accurate and precise chemical measurements; and
• the ability to communicate clearly experimental procedures and results in written form.