An introduction to computer methods and tools used in all branches of chemistry. Topics include molecular structure visualization, calculation of molecular structure and properties, analysis of reaction mechanisms using potential energy surfaces, simulation of molecular spectra, numerical methods, data processing, and symbolic computation software.

Prerequisite(s): Chemistry 1301A/B, Chemistry 1302A/B, and any 1.0 courses at the 1000 level or higher from Calculus, Applied Mathematics or Mathematics, with no mark less than 60%. Integrated Science 1001X with a minimum mark of 60% may be used as a substitute for Chemistry 1302A/B and Calculus 1301A/B.

Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 1 tutorial hour per week (2 hours every other week).