Pocket HyperChem: A Chemical Application

Pocket HyperChem provides the opportunity for students to learn about three-dimensional shapes of molecules, physical properties, and advanced chemical theories. Pocket HyperChem uses a pen-based interface, which allows students to tap the screen on atoms in a molecule. The software supports molecular mechanics and semi-empirical quantum mechanics. Both of which are applied to general, organic, and inorganic chemistry courses.

VSEPR Theory: Enhancing Student Understanding Using HyperChem

General Chemistry students are given HyperChem exercises in which they measure bond angles and bond lengths and explain any deviations from ideal geometries based on VSEPR arguments. Students are then tested using HyperChem on handheld computers, thus connecting instruction with assessment.