Chem 105 provides a platform for students to learn about many useful lab analysis techniques. The lectures focus on the theory part behind the instruments/lab technique used, while the lab sections give students a chance to learn and operate the machines themselves. Examples of topics taught include atomic absorption and emission spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, graphite furnace, voltammetry and capillary electrophoresis.
CHEM 4B; or 1B and 15; or 1B and a UC GPA of 3.3 or higher
This class is only offered in the spring
2 hours of lecture per week and roughly 4 hours of lab every other week.
The class is only offered in the spring semester for upperclassmen. Seniors have priority to take the class.
This class satisfies the lab elective requirement for chemical biology majors, and can satisfy one of the lab requirements for the chem major. The class is enjoyable as it offers opportunities to learn a variety lab/instrumental techniques. The lab sessions are usually short although the data analysis can be tedious. The first few lab reports can be difficult because the grading rubric is vague. But going to GSIs’ office hours definitely help. By the end of the class you will be very efficient at writing lab reports. Good luck!
Written by: Shirley Chen
Last edited: Spring 2018