Computational Chemistry (CHEM 4021/8021)
Spring Semester 2012



Course Summary

Modern theoretical methods used in study of molecular structure, bonding, and reactivity. Concepts and practical applications. Ab initio and semi-empirical calculations of molecular electronic structure. Theoretical determination of molecular structure and spectra; relationship to experimental techniques. Molecular mechanics. Structure determination of large systems. Study of molecular properties and reactivity by theoretical methods. Computational tools for theoretical determination and lab for hands-on experience. Critical assessment of reliability of methods and theoretical work in literature.



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Molecular structure and calculated electrostatic potential map of an aminocoumarin dye

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