Chemistry 531/536

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

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

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

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

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

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