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Course Outlines

Summer 2016 - CHEM 236W LA02

Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory (3)

Class Number: 2854

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    May 9 – Aug 8, 2016: Thu, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Aug 17, 2016
    Wed, 3:30–6:30 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    CHEM 122 and 126. Corequisite: CHEM 230.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

An introduction to the synthetic and spectroscopic techniques used in the preparation and characterization of both main group and transition metal compounds. Students with credit for CHEM 236 may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Quantitative.

COURSE DETAILS:

1 tutorial hour/week; 4 lab hours/week

Writing Intensive Course: An emphasis will be placed on writing in chemistry with a focus on keeping a laboratory notebook and writing formal laboratory reports.

Topics

Main Group Chemistry
Introduction to Infrared Spectroscopy in Inorganic Chemistry
The Oxidation States of Tin: Preparation of Tin (IV) and Tin (II) Iodide
Inorganic Polymers

Transition Metal Chemistry
Reactions of Transition Metal Ions
Synthesis and Thermal Decomposition of [(C6H5)3P]2CuBH4
Werner Complexes: Preparation and Determination of Structural Formula
Synthesis and Isomerization of Nitro- and [Nitritopentamminecobalt(III)]chloride

Note: Other labs may be introduced.

Grading

  • Lab Results, Reports, & Technique 70%
  • Written Quizzes & Final Exam 30%

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

  • Lab coat and safety glasses/goggles

Notes:

Lab coats and safety glasses/goggles are mandatory for all Chemistry labs.
The tuition for this course includes a fee of $6.50 for the laboratory manual.

REQUIRED READING:

Lab manuals will be distributed during the first laboratory session.

Department Undergraduate Notes:

A grade of C- or better is required for all prerequisite courses.

Registrar Notes:

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site contains information on what is meant by academic dishonesty and where you can find resources to help with your studies.  There is also a section on tutoring.  

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS