Instructor: Dr. John O'Haver
Office Number: Anderson Hall 14
E-mail address: johaver@olemiss.edu
Phone: 915-5347
Class Meeting Times/Dates: T/Th 8 to 9:15
Office Hours: 8 to 4 daily
Prerequisite: Introductory chemistry and physical chemistry
Texts: "Physical Chemistry of Surfaces, 6th Ed." by Adamson and Gast, Wiley
Course Objectives & Outcomes
Objective: To introduce the fundamental concepts of colloid and surface science as well as commercial applications of this field.
Outcomes: At the end of this course students should be able to:
1. Understand the appropriate method to use to determine surface tension and make the calculations from laboratory data.
2. Calculate fundamental thermodynamic properties of interfacial systems.
3. Interpret surface pressure vs. concentration diagrams.
4. Interpret zeta potential measurements and calculate the point of zero charge.
5. Calculate the double layer strength for various solutions.
6. Explain the formation of new phases, nucleation, and crystal growth.
7. Explain the contact angle phenomena and determine the appropriate method for measuring it.
8. Understand adsorption and be able to calculate and explain adsorption isotherm data.
9. Explain the nature of friction, lubrication, adhesion, wetting, floatation, detergency, emulsions, foams, and aerosols.
10. Investigate and present in written form some aspect of interfacial phenomenon.
11. Understand commercial applications of these topics, including the benefits and difficulties.
Overall Course Grading
Your grade will be determined by: Tests: 70%, Final Exam 20%, Report 10%.
Grad students: 87/80/73/66 Undergrads: 80/70/60/50
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