Physical Chemistry Laboratory I applies experimental principles to acquire thermodynamic and kinetic data using basic lab equipment, including error analysis and result interpretation.
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2025: 3.73 GPA, 90.0% A/AB (n=20 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.82 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=38 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.64 GPA, 81.0% A/AB (n=21 letter grades). Includes jointly taught sections.
Physical Chemistry Laboratory II applies experimental physical chemistry principles to acquire and interpret data on molecular structure, dynamics, and macromolecule properties using spectroscopic and electronic instrumentation.
Mark Wendt teaches through active learning where students read handouts and watch videos before doing problems in class. The instructor is described as hands-off but available for questions, while tests are oral and straightforward with no surprises.