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ChemE 498 – Autumn 2009
Molecular Properties of Gases,
Liquids and Solids
Course Coordinator: Professor René M. Overney
245 Benson, 206-543-4353, E-mail the instructor
Teaching Assistant / Grader: TBD
Lecture/Recitation:
M/W/F: 11:30-12:20, MGH 085
F (Recitation): 2:30-3:20, CHL 101
Office Hours:
Overney (BNS 245): Wed 12:30-13:30 (drop in)
Course Textbook: Gases, Liquids and Solids: And
Other States of Matter
by David Tabor, Cambridge University
Press (2003)
Prerequisites: Students have to be in their
Junior or Senior year in Engineering
or Arts and
Sciences.
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Syllabus
Course Description
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This course introduces
molecular theories and concepts fundamental to material and transport
properties in gases, liquids and solids. A particular focus is on critical
length scales relevant for nanotechnological applications. Students learn
about thermodynamic driving forces, kinetics and transition states,
structure properties, intermolecular interactions, current instrumental
methods (e.g., atomic force microscopy), and modern classification and
fabrication schemes in nanotechnology.
Within the framework of the new accreditation procedure
(ABET) it is measured with weekly homework and exams, whether students
master the theories and concepts of nanoscale systems.
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Course Credit
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Course credit is based on Midterm (40 %) and Final
Exam (60%).
Examinations:
A one-hour midterm exam and a
two-hour comprehensive final exam. All examinations are required, and
there will be no make-ups. Missing an examination or not turning one in is
graded as a failure (0.0).
Homework:
The Homework Assignments and Solutions are
posted on this WEB site
(click on Homework)
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Required Readings
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Assigned as part of the homework.
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Schedule Details
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September
Sept. 30 Instructions begin
October
Nov. 9 Midterm Exam
November
Nov.
11 Holiday
Nov. 27
Holiday
December
Dec 11 Last day of
instruction
Dec 16 Final Exam:
Wednesday, 2:30-4:20 p.m. (MGH 085)
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If any student has a learning disability or other
special needs, please inform the instructor the first week of class so we
can make special arrangements to accommodate you.
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