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CHEM 100BInstrumental Chemistry Laboratory

5 units · CHEM · UC San Diego

Hands-on laboratory course focuses on development of correct laboratory work habits and methodologies for the operation of modern analytical instrumentation. Gas chromatography, mass spectrometry, high performance liquid chromatography, ion chromatography, atomic absorption spectroscopy, fluorescence spectrometry, infrared spectrometry. Lecture focuses on fundamental theoretical principles, applications, and limitations of instrumentation used for qualitative and quantitative analysis. Program or materials fees may apply. Students may not receive credit for both CHEM 100B and 101.

Before you enroll

Prerequisites

From the catalog: “CHEM 100A and PHYS 2C or 2D and PHYS 2BL or 2CL or 2DL.”

Where it fits

Where it sits in degree plans

Suggested plans most often put it in Year 4 · Winter (1 program).

Required in (5)

  • Biochemistry (B.S.)
  • Chemistry (B.S.)
  • Environmental Chemistry (B.S.)
  • Environmental Systems—Environmental Chemistry (B.S.)
  • Pharmacological Chemistry (B.S.)