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CHEM563
Group Theory and Physical Methods
CHEM563 FA
Next Offered in 9798 FA
The focus of the course is the development of quantitative
symmetry concepts and the use of group theoretical
techniques to generate semi-quantitative MO diagrams, to
understand symmetry control of reactions and to derive
selection rules for spectroscopic transitions. The major
physical methods for characterization of ground and excited
states of molecules will be discussed. Familiarity with
basic quantum chemistry is assumed.
MAJOR READINGS
F.A. Cotton, CHEMICAL APPLICATIONS OF GROUP
THEORY
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Graded problem sets and a
final exam.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
A half-credit
half-semester course, will be given the SECOND half of the
semester. The first class will meet on October 26.
Students have five days after the start of class to add this
course.
COURSE FORMAT: Lecture
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: GR Credit: 0.50
Prerequisites:
CHEM337 or PHYS315
Last Updated on MAR-10-1997
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