CHEM 3710 Inorganic Chemistry

An introduction to modern theories of bonding and structure, reaction mechanisms and synthetic methods in inorganic systems. Synthesis and characterization by modern techniques of typical inorganic compounds. Lecture and laboratory.

Registration Name

Inorganic Chemistry

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

3

Credits

4

Prerequisite

CHEM 1102 and CHEM 1102L

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Be able to use and predict electron configurations, prepare, complete, and use molecular orbital energy diagrams and identify complex molecular geometry. 
2. Be able to name and identify transition metal complex ions and predict and explain spectroscopic transitions in octahedral and tetrahedral complexes. 
3. Demonstrate knowledge of organometallic chemistry and able to identify, name, and characterize organometallic complexes via spectroscopic data.