CHEM 272 - Bioanalytical Laboratory

Develop and practice analytical laboratory techniques used in advanced chemistry and biochemistry. Experiments will include statistics and error analysis, UV/vis spectroscopy, protein/DNA quantitation, chemical and biochemical kinetics, equilibrium, acids/bases/buffers, and oxidation/reduction. The course will also focus on computerized data processing techniques, data interpretation and critical analysis, technical writing, and formal presentations. PREREQUISITE(S): A grade of C or better in CHEM 203 or consent of department. Four hours laboratory each week.

1 semester hour

Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:

Identify chemical and biochemical problems that can be solved by laboratory experiments.
Apply appropriate laboratory techniques and methods to solve chemical and biochemical problems.
Use standard analytical chemical and biochemical techniques for measurement of samples.
Identify and use computer methods for data processing and calculations.
Use basic statistical methods to assist in analysis and interpretation of laboratory data.
Use the scientific literature to support or enhance interpretation of experimental results.
Write a formal laboratory reports and technical reports, including appropriate literature citations in APA and ACS formats.
Describe the background, analysis, and results of one experiment in a formal oral presentation.

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