Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry

In this class, students will learn and acquire the fundamental knowledge and skills of analytical chemistry necessary to understand how chemical information is obtained from real samples. Students will learn why analytical measurements require instrumental methods, and how optical, electrical, electrochemical, spectroscopic, and separation techniques are used to identify, quantify, and evaluate chemical substances.

Through this course, students will acquire the ability to select appropriate analytical methods, interpret experimental data, and evaluate the reliability and accuracy of measurement results using calculations and statistical analysis. This knowledge forms the foundation for advanced laboratory work, research activities, and professional practice in chemistry, materials science, environmental science, and related fields.

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to analytical chemistry, focusing on how chemical information is obtained, processed, and evaluated using modern instrumental methods. Students will study the basic structure and function of analytical instruments, including optical and electrical components, and learn the operating principles of key analytical techniques used for chemical analysis.

The course covers spectroscopic methods such as molecular absorption, molecular fluorescence, atomic absorption, and atomic emission spectroscopy, as well as electrochemical techniques including standard electrode potentials, electrolysis, and voltammetry. Students will also learn analytical separation methods, including gas chromatography and high-performance liquid chromatography, and gain an introductory understanding of mass spectrometry.

In addition, the course emphasizes quantitative analysis, including analytical calculations, error analysis, and statistical treatment of data. Through these topics, students will learn how to interpret analytical results, assess data reliability, and select appropriate analytical methods for different types of chemical problems. This course provides essential foundational knowledge for laboratory experiments, advanced analytical courses, research activities, and practical applications in chemistry and related fields.

1. Students can explain the role of analytical chemistry and instrumental analysis, and identify and describe the functions of basic optical and electrical components used in analytical instruments.
2. Students can explain the fundamental principles of molecular absorption, molecular fluorescence, and atomic absorption and emission spectroscopy, and relate each technique to its typical analytical application.
3. Students can explain the fundamental principles of electrochemical methods, mass spectrometry, and chromatographic separation techniques, and describe their typical analytical applications.
4. Students can perform basic analytical calculations and evaluate experimental data by applying error analysis and statistical methods used in analytical chemistry.

The final grade will be based on a mid-term examination (40%), a final examination (40%), and quizzes (20%).
To pass this course, students must achieve a minimum total score of 60%.

English

1) Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry 9th Edition by Douglas A. Skoog, Cengage Learning 2013

Supporting textbook
2) Principles of Instrumental Analysis, 6th Edition by Douglas A. Skoog, F. James Holler , et al. Cengage Learning 2007

Students enrolling this class should have knowledge and understanding of topics taught in Basic Chemistry, General Chemistry A class.

• Contact via e-mail, the e-mail addresses to Izabela Rzeznicka: izabela[at]shibaura-it.ac.jp

Non-regionally-oriented course

• Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
• Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills

About half of the classes are interactive

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