The acquisition of a computerized Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectrophotometer by the Chemistry Department of Rollins College is significantly improving undergraduate instruction by making possible the addition of several new experiments to the laboratory curriculum. The new system increases the efficiency with which principles of spectroscopy are taught in organic and inorganic chemistry courses; students are able to quickly characterize and identify unknown compounds or products from synthetic reactions. Finally, students receive instruction incorporating the use of a modern analytical instrument with computerized data acquisition and manipulation.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Undergraduate Education (DUE)
Type
Standard Grant (Standard)
Application #
8750373
Program Officer
Majorie A. Enneking
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1987-07-01
Budget End
1989-12-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1987
Total Cost
$20,800
Indirect Cost
Name
Rollins College
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Winter Park
State
FL
Country
United States
Zip Code
32789