Credits: 4Description Expands upon CHEM 330 - Analytical Chemistry to include details of more advanced calibration methods and specific instrumentation. Prepares students for employment in a commercial analytical laboratory with special emphasis on the analysis of environmental samples using USEPA certified methods.
Student Learning Outcomes
Describe the main methods used for organic analysis in a commercial setting.
Describe the main methods used for inorganic analysis in a commercial setting.
Differentiate between quality control and quality assurance as they apply to analytical chemistry in a commercial setting.
Interpret the USEPA’s SW846 methods for environmental analysis.
Design an analysis method by picking and choosing from known established methods.
Formulate dilution calculations for the preparation of standard solutions of precisely known concentrations.
Use devices of appropriate precision to prepare solutions in the laboratory.
Prerequisite:CHEM 241 and CHEM 330 Corequisite: NoneGraded: Letter Grade