This first part of this course covers bonding theory, crystal field theory, physical properties of materials, transformations, and an introduction to covalent and ionic compounds. The second part of this course involves how minerals are classified and takes each major silicate group and relates crystal structure to temperature, pressure, and composition (phase equilibria). The emphasis is atomistic. The course is an overview and will be useful to mineralogy students, petrology students, materials science students, or anyone interested in how crystal structures relate to chemical and physical properties. A complete syllabus of this course is available.