Improvement of the General Chemistry Curriculum Through Simulations and Modern Equipment

正在通过设立专门的微型计算机实验室部分来加强课程，以补充和扩大目前在化学课程中教授的实验室练习。正在购买20台计算机、两台打印机、两台绘图仪和必要的软件。这些设备被用来加强实验；通过使用计算机模拟使学生熟悉现代分析技术，特别是在没有昂贵仪器的领域；以及提供大量供检查和分析的样品，以补充实验室的经验。额外的实验室培训正在帮助学生获得成功进入和完成高年级课程所需的进一步知识和经验。学生们也在提高他们对计算机的能力和熟悉程度，计算机是现代科学和工业的基本工具。受赠人匹配来自非联邦来源的奖励。

The curriculum is being enhanced by the establishment of a dedicated microcomputer laboratory component to supplement and expand the present laboratory exercises taught in the chemistry courses. Twenty computers, two printers, two plotters and the requisite software are being purchased. The equipment is being used to reinforce experiments; to familiarize students with modern analytical techniques by using computer simulations, particularly in areas where expensive instrumentation is not available; and to provide numerous samples for examination and analysis to supplement experiences in the laboratory. The additional laboratory training is helping students gain further knowledge and experience necessary for successful entry and completion of upper division curriculum. Students are also increasing their competency and familiarity with computers, a basic tool of modern science and industry. The grantee is matching the award from non-Federal sources.