CHEM 473 - Transition Metal Chemistry

Description:
A survey of the structure, spectroscopy, and characterization of transition metal compounds, and the electronic structures of transition metals and lanthanides.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: CHEM 350 and 382 with a grade of C- or higher in each.

Credits: (3)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Name inorganic compounds
Interpret magnetic susceptibility data
Interpret UV/Vis absorption spectra
Apply ligand field and crystal field theories to predict the electronic structure of transition metal complexes
Apply ligand field and crystal field theories to predict the geometry of transition metal complexes
Interpret Tanabe-Sugano diagrams: Use molecular orbital theory to describe the electronic structure of transition metal complexes
Use term symbols to identify electronic transitions in lanthanide ions.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
10/21/04

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Spring Locations: Ellensburg