The discipline of Chemistry is witnessing transformative changes with the integration of technology into its teaching, learning, and research practices. Recognising the importance of equipping students with practical, technology-driven skills, the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 emphasises the adoption of innovative and interdisciplinary approaches to education. In alignment with this vision, the Skill Enhancement Course (SEC) titled Softwares in Chemistry, introduced for the academic year 2024-25, aims to prepare students to leverage modern software tools effectively in the field of Chemistry. This book, Softwares in Chemistry as per the NEP 2020, has been meticulously crafted to provide a structured and comprehensive guide for students to acquire essential skills in utilising advanced Chemistry software and ICT tools. The objective of this course is not merely to familiarise students with the available software but to enable them to apply these tools in solving real world chemical problems, conducting research, and presenting data effectively. The content of the book covers a diverse range of topics that introduce students to the fundamentals of ICT tools and online platforms for literature surveys, enabling them to access, evaluate, and utilise chemical information efficiently. A significant focus is placed on the application of specialised Chemistry software such as ChemDraw and ChemSketch for drawing chemical structures and reactions, converting chemical names into structures, and formatting equations and formulae. The book also provides hands-on exercises in using Excel for data analysis and graph plotting, and Origin software for creating 2D and 3D graphs, demonstrating their practical utility in analysing experimental data. To further enhance experiential learning, this book includes demonstrations of Chemistry experiments using virtual laboratories. These virtual platforms provide an interactive, safe, and innovative environment for students to conduct experiments, reinforcing theoretical knowledge with practical application. Through a thoughtful blend of theoretical explanations, practical exercises, and illustrative examples, this book empowers students to develop a strong foundation in using Chemistry software effectively.
Contents –
I Theory Component
1.1 ICT Tools in Chemistry
1.2 Online Platforms for Literature Survey
1.3 Introduction to Chemdraw
II Practical Component
