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CH241 - Analytical/Bioanalytical Chemistry

Quantitative and qualitative techniques applied to univariate analytical, bioanalytical and/or environmental problems. Basic techniques of separation, spectroscopy, and electrochemistry are introduced through studies of chemical speciation and the activity of chemicals in aqueous solution and guided projects tailored to students’ interest areas. Laboratory included. Meets the Critical Perspectives: Scientific Investigation of the Natural World requirement.

Prerequisite: Chemistry & Biochemistry 108 and a 200 level science course.

Degree requirement — Critical Perspectives: I

1 unit — Brasuel, Fahrenkrug

Previously Featured Offering

Feb. 2018
Instructor: Eli Fahrenkrug
Analytical/Bioanalytical Chemistry focuses on the concepts of chemical speciation, complex equilibria, and chemical activity taught through a detailed analysis and reconstruction of the Flint, MI water crisis.
photo of a water tower in Flint, MIchigan
Concepts of chemical speciation, complex equilibria, and chemical activity taught through a detailed analysis and reconstruction of the Flint, MI water crisis. Basic quantitative and qualitative modes of chemical separation, spectroscopy, and electrochemistry introduced within biological and environmental contexts. Course culminates with student-driven research projects of their choosing.

Offerings

Term Block Title Instructor Location Student Limit/Available Updated
Fall 2024 Block 3 Analytical/Bioanalytical Chemistry Eli Fahrenkrug Olin Hall 172 16 / 0 05/11/2025
Spring 2025 Block 6 Analytical/Bioanalytical Chemistry Murphy Brasuel Olin Hall 172 16 / 0 05/11/2025
Fall 2025 Block 3 Analytical/Bioanalytical Eli Fahrenkrug TBA 16 / 0 05/11/2025
Spring 2026 Block 6 Analytical/Bioanalytical Murphy Brasuel TBA 16 / 16 05/11/2025
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