CHEM408 INSTRUMENTAL ANALYSIS II

Course Code:2340408
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):3 (3.00 - 0.00)
ECTS Credit:9.0
Department:Chemistry
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Undergraduate
Course Coordinator:Prof.Dr. MÜRVET VOLKAN
Offered Semester:Fall Semesters.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course students will get  a fundamental understanding of the underlining physics principles related to specific instrumentation used for infrared, Raman, surface analysis techniques.It will also provide the student with an appreciation of the relative strengths and limitations of these methods.


Course Content

For course details, see https://catalog2.metu.edu.tr.

Course Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, students should be able to:
1. understand and be able to apply the theory and operational principles of the aforementioned analytical instruments.

2. recognize their advantages and limitations

3. integrate these  techniques to solve analytical problems such as chemical analsis in bulk and  surface , topographical analysis and imaging


Program Outcomes Matrix

Level of Contribution
#Program Outcomes0123
1Capable of designing solutions for a problem defined with a purpose by taking experimental steps, performing experiments, using standard and modern instruments, analysing data, interpreting results.
2Capable of using modern methods and computational tools necessary for chemistry applications.
3Capable of doing both disciplinary and interdisciplinary teamwork.
4Capable of acting independently, taking initiatives and having analytical thinking skills.
5Capable of using mathematics, physics and biology knowledge to solve chemistry problems.
6Capable of grasping the importance of lifelong learning, following the developments in science and technology and on contemporary issues for self development
7Capable of working individually and making independent decisions, expressing own ideas verbally and non-verbally.
8Capable of having professional and ethical responsibility.
9Competent in a foreign language to follow latest technological developments in chemistry.
10Capable of following the developments in chemistry both at national and international level.
11Capable of doing laboratory experiments, in a green and sustainable way, without harming humans, environment and nature, and taking the necessary precautions to reduce the harmful chemicals and waste.
12Capable of explaining the differences between chemistry and chemical engineering education and job descriptions at various levels including students, society and the industry.

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