Replaced Fall 2010
Fall 2009
Chabot College
Course Outline for Chemistry 5
QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS
Catalog Description:
5 - Quantitative Analysis
4 units
Emphasizes the theory and practice of gravimetric, volumetric, potentiometric, spectrophotometric and
chromatographic methods of analysis. Focuses on calibration, standardization, method development and
validation procedures, sampling and data handling. Intended for chemistry, biochemistry, chemical biology,
chemical engineering, pharmacy, biology, molecular biology and microbiology majors. Prerequisite:
Chemistry 1B (completed with a grade of C or higher). 2 hours lecture, 6 hours laboratory.
[Typical contact hours: lecture 35, laboratory 105]
Prerequisite Skills:
Before entering the course the student should be able to:
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solve problems involving gas phase equilibria;
determine the extent of acid-base, precipitation and complex equilibria;
interpret reactions in terms of Arrhenius, Bronsted-Lowry and Lewis acid-base theory;
predict whether oxidation-reduction reactions will occur and set up voltaic and electrolytic cells;
describe factors that affect the rate of chemical reactions and match mechanism with reaction
rates;
describe current models for the bonding of coordination compounds;
perform problems involving complex ion equilibria;
describe changes that occur in the nucleus of atoms;
identify organic compounds and simple isomers;
analyze properties of family groups of the periodic table in terms of chemical principles;
perform titrimetric experiments;
measure pH with the use of pH meter or indicators;
perform quantitative laboratory experiments in an accurate and precise manner;
perform qualitative analysis of anions and cations in the laboratory;
collect and analyze scientific data, using statistical and graphical methods;
use a visible spectrophotometer;
perform laboratory experiments in an efficient, safe, and purposeful manner.
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:
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describe the major methods of quantitative analysis;
discuss the advantages and limitations of the various methods of analysis;
perform experiments using established laboratory procedures to acceptable standards of
precision and accuracy;
perform all calculations pertinent to the evaluation of experimentally obtained data;
make decisions about the retention or rejection of experimental data;
organize his or her time to complete several complicated experiments according to a time table
imposed by a supervisor;
develop the ability to perform laboratory work with a minimum reliance on the supervisor;
appreciate the interrelatedness of chemical concepts learned in the General College Chemistry
sequence.
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Course Outline for Chemistry 5, page 2
Fall 2009
Course Content (Lecture):
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Basic quantitative principles
Reliability of analytical data (statistical analysis)
Principles of volumetric analysis: methods, techniques, calculations (acid-base; complex formation;
precipitation; redox)
Principles of gravimetric analysis: methods, techniques, calculations
Advanced topics in chemical equilibrium:
a. acid base equilibrium, monoprotic and polyprotic equilibrium
b. solid equilibrium
c. complex equilibrium
Electrochemistry and potentiometry
Electrogravimetric analyses
Design and operation of ultraviolet, visible and infrared spectrophotometers
Atomic absorption and emission spectroscopy
Chromatographic separation techniques
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Standardization and proper use of volumetric glassware.
Preparation and standardization of solutions
Tritrimetric analysis of monoprotic and polyprotic acids and bases
Volumetric and gravimetric analysis of precipitates
Complexometric titrations
Iodometric titrations
Potentiometric titrations
Electrogravimetric analysis
Spectrophotometric analysis
Chromatograpy
Atomic absorption
Maintenance of a proper laboratory notebook
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Lecture presentation is informal with questions and discussion related to the theory and practice of
quantitative analysis.
Field trips and problem-solving sessions may be utilized.
Laboratory demonstrations of the techniques and instruments to be used.
Typical Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
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a. Read the chapter on gravimetric analysis
1) Work the problems in the chapter using gravimetric factors
2) Explain the details of gravimetric analysis including method
b. Maintain a laboratory notebook in the specified format including labeling of data, significant
figures, methods of calculations, statistical analysis of results, procedure and method and
conclusions. Laboratory notebooks will be graded on a regular basis.
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Course Outline for Chemistry 5, page 3
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Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
a. Homework assignments
b. Written laboratory reports
c. Maintaining a laboratory notebook
d Quizzes
e. Midterms and final examination
f. Accuracy and precision of experimental laboratory results
Textbook(s) Typical:
Quantitative Chemical Analysis, by Daniel C. Harris, 7th edition, W. H. Freeman & Co., 2007.
Exploring Chemical Analysis, by Daniel C. Harris, 4th edition, W. H. Freeman & Co., 2009
Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry, 8th Edition ,Douglas A. Skoog, Donald M. West ,
F. James Holler, Stanley R. Crouch, Thomas-Brooks/Cole, 2004
Special Student Materials:
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Safety goggles approved for Chemistry laboratory
Scientific calculator and Laboratory coat/apron
October 21, 2008
Laurie Dockter