CHEM 122Principles of Instrumental Analysis
A laboratory course designed to develop familiarity with techniques and instrumentation used in analytical chemistry, emphasizing determination of trace inorganic species. Primary emphasis on applications utilizing the absorption or emission of electromagnetic radiation and on voltammetry. Topics include molecular UV-visible absorption and fluorescence spectrometry; atomic absorption, emission and fluorescence spectrometry; and various forms of voltammetry. Lecture: 2 hours; laboratory: 8 hours.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 8B and CHEM 8M; satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements.
- Enroll in lab and associated secondary lab.
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When it runs
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Laboratory | Mon Wed Fri 10:40am–11:45am | Porter Acad 249 | Staff | Open 18/20 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Laboratory | Mon Wed Fri 10:40am–11:45am | Crown Clrm 201 | S. R. Oliver | Open 9/20 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Oliver | 4.1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 85% | 20 |
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