CHEM 411 - Techniques for Studying Solids

Credits: 4

Introduction to the techniques used to make physical measurements on and to analyze inorganic solids. Topics include but not limited to X-ray diffraction techniques, atomic-scale microscopies, TGA/DTA, electrochemical analyses, solid NMR, solar cell measurement, synchrotron technology, computation methods, and other characterization techniques. Prerequisite: Junior standing and permission of instructor. Format:3 hours of lecture.