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CHEM 256DX-ray Crystallography

5 creditsGraduateStudent Option

Course in chemical crystallography focuses on the needs of small-molecule, single-crystal diffraction studies. Includes diffraction theory, space-group analysis, data collection, structure solution, and refinement. Practical component: use of diffraction equipment and solution/refinement software.

Prerequisites

Enrollment is restricted to graduate students and seniors who have taken CHEM 151A, CHEM 151L, and CHEM 163A.

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When it runs

Fall 2025Open Fall 2025

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Lecture
Tue Thu 11:40am–1:15pm
Thimann Lab 101T. C. JohnstoneOpen 12/20

Who teaches it

InstructorRatingDifficultyWould take againReviews
Timothy Johnstone4.0 / 53.5 / 575%4

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