Chemistry 441

Course Objective:

The objective of this class is to explain theoretical inorganic chemistry and to apply this knowledge to problem solving involving critical thinking. This basic knowledge is to prepare the student for additional coursework, either in chemistry or in other disciplines, and to help the student function in technological society.

Student Learning Outcomes: The student will need to recognize and apply the following basic principles to problem solving:

· The student will need to apply the basic principles of quantum mechanics to determine electron configurations of atoms and ions.

· The student will need to demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of symmetry and group theory.

· The student will need to illustrate an understanding of the principles of ionic bonding.

· The student will need to illustrate an understanding of the principles of covalent bonding.

· The student will need to demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of periodicity.

· The student will need to demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of metals.

· The student will need to demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of metals.

· The student will need to demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of acid-base chemistry and non-aqueous solvents.

· The student will need to apply the basic principles of coordination chemistry.

· The student will need to apply the basic principles of organometallic chemistry.

· The student will need to demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of the structure determination of inorganic compounds.

· The student will need to recognize other chemistry of the metals.

· The student will need to recognize nonmetal chemistry.

· The student will need to apply the basic principles of bioinorganic chemistry.