Analytical chemistry is an ancient science (1-6). For more than a hundred years, it has played an important role in chemical education. The curriculum used to teach analytical chemistry has, of course, changed dramatically over time, from the use of books that described the use of gravimetry, flame tests, and bead tests to computer simulation of actual analytical instruments and experiments. Understanding the origins of the analytical curriculum is essential as educators debate how it should change to meet the needs of today's students. In this Report, the evolution of analytical chemistry into the 20th century is briefly traced to lay the foundation for discussing the evolution of the modern curriculum and where it might be headed.
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