Toward a Course in Molecular Modeling for Upper Division Chemistry Majors

Key Points

• The central aim is to introduce upper division chemistry majors to computational methods in molecular modeling.
• Developed a short course focused on computational molecular modeling techniques.
• Targeted upper division undergraduate chemistry majors.
• Outlined foundational quantum mechanical methods used in research.
• Showed potential for course expansion into a full semester elective.
• Helped students familiarize themselves with computational tools in chemistry.