CHEM 347

Quantum Chemistry

Units: 1.5, Hours: 3-0

Introduction to quantum chemistry, molecular orbitals and bonding. The Schrödinger equation and its solutions for some simple systems. Wavefunctions, one-electron and multielectron atoms, rotation and vibration of molecules. Molecular orbitals and bonding in diatomic and polyatomic molecules.

Note: Credit will be granted for only one of 347, 446.

Formerly: 446

Prerequisites: 213 or 245, MATH 101.

Undergraduate course in Chemistry offered by the Department of Chemistry in the Faculty of Science.