Courses
CHEM-100 Chemistry Workshop (0)
This course will review topics in math that are essential to the study of chemistry. Scientific reasoning skills will also be developed to support success in chemistry courses.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-103C Y D-CHEM-103L General Chemistry I Lab (1)
This laboratory, which complements CHEM 103C, introduces students to basic techniques of the chemistry laboratory. The experiments include observation of chemical phenomena, physico-chemical measurements, syntheses, and chemical analysis.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-103C Y D-CHEM-103C P4 Gen Chemistry I (3)
This course introduces the fundamental principles of chemistry. Emphasis is placed on theoretical concepts and descriptive inorganic chemistry. Topics include the mole concept, gas laws, atomic and molecular structure, stoichiometry, the chemical bond, and thermochemistry.
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This course introduces the fundamental principles of chemistry. Emphasis is placed on theoretical concepts and descriptive inorganic chemistry. Topics include solutions, acids and bases, kinetics and chemical equilibria, electrochemistry, and thermodynamics.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-103C D-CHEM-104L General Chem II Lab (1)
This laboratory, which complements CHEM 104C, introduces the student to the basic techniques of the chemistry laboratory. The experiments include observation of chemical phenomena, physico-chemical measurements, syntheses, and chemical analysis.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-103L D- AND CHEM-104C Y D-CHEM-120L Intro to Chemistry Lab (1)
This course complements CHEM 120C and introduces the student to some basic techniques in the chemistry laboratory. The experiments include observation of chemical phenomena, chemical analysis, and syntheses.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-120C Y D-CHEM-120C P4 Intro Chemistry (3)
A one-semester course for nursing majors or for students seeking an introduction to chemistry. Topics from general chemistry, organic chemistry, and biochemistry are covered, with emphasis on applications to health professions.
Attributes: P4 YLIBCHEM-199C RW Research-Based Writing (3)
Students learn the basics of writing an academic research paper in this discipline. Emphasis is on elements of persuasive argumentation, the inclusion of more than one perspective on an issue, the proper use and documentation of sources, and revision. Students also learn how to make an effective oral presentation of their research. Department-determined topic may change from semester to semester and is likely to include literary texts as primary materials. Restricted to freshmen and transfers. Note: 199C courses may not be taken for credit more than once.
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Restrictions: Including: -Class: Freshman, SophomoreCHEM-201 SQ Organic Chemistry I (3)
The principles of the chemistry of carbon compounds are developed with emphasis on nomenclature, physical properties, structure, reactions, mechanisms, and synthesis.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-104C D-CHEM-201L Organic Chemistry I Lab (2)
This laboratory complements CHEM 201 by introducing the basic organic laboratory techniques of synthesis, isolation, and analysis, including chromatography.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-104L D- AND CHEM-201 Y D-CHEM-202L Organic Chemistry II Lab (2)
This laboratory complements CHEM 202 by introducing the basic organic laboratory techniques of synthesis, isolation, and analysis, including chromatography, infrared and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, and mass spectrometry. Students are encouraged to work more independently as the semester progresses.
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Pre-requisites: (CHEM-201 D- AND CHEM-201L D-) AND CHEM-202 Y D-CHEM-202 Organic Chemistry II (3)
The basic principles of the chemistry of carbon compounds are developed with emphasis on nomenclature, physical properties, spectroscopy, structure, reactions, mechanisms, and synthesis.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-201 D-CHEM-214C P4 Biochemical Systems (3)
This is a science content course. In this course, students study the fundamental nature of chemistry and biology by investigating how basic chemical principles are manifested in living systems. After acquiring the fundamental concepts of matter, energy, and chemical processes, students study how these principles are integrated into systems such as respiration, photosynthesis, nutrition, and exercise. Students investigate contemporary applications of these topics through research reports. Laboratory work is incorporated into the class in the form of guided inquiry activities. Registration in this course is restricted to students pursuing majors in the School of Education.
Attributes: P4 YLIB ZCIVCHEM-250 Sophomore Seminar (1)
This spring course is required for all chemistry majors (B.S. and B.A.) and provides an opportunity for the chemistry faculty and students to discuss topics of importance to chemistry majors. Topics include graduate school, professional schools (medical, veterinary, dental, law school, etc.), industrial positions, literature searching, and research opportunities within and outside the Department of Chemistry. Also includes seminars by outside speakers from academic, private, and industrial laboratories and seminars by the senior chemistry majors. Attendance is required. Graded S/U.
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Introduction to tasks important for high school chemistry teachers, including laboratory experimental design and preparation, chemicals and laboratory acquisition and storage, safety in the laboratory, waste disposal, and the literature of chemical education.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-202 D- AND CHEM-202L D-CHEM-315L Analytical Chem I Lab (2)
Laboratory course designed to complement CHEM 315. This course covers gravimetric, volumetric, and electrochemical analysis.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-104L D- AND CHEM-315 Y D-CHEM-315 Analytical Chemistry I (3)
This course covers topics in quantitative chemical analysis, including statistics, equilibria, gravimetric and volumetric analysis, and electrochemistry.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-104C D- AND (MATH-119C D- OR MATH-120C D-)CHEM-316 Analytical Chemistry II (3)
This course covers the quantitative aspects of modern instrumental analysis, including electronics, electrochemistry, spectroscopy, and chromatography.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-315 D-CHEM-316L Analytical Chem II Lab (2)
Laboratory course designed to complement CHEM 316. This course covers electrochemistry, spectroscopy, and chromatography.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-315L D- AND CHEM-316 Y D-CHEM-365 Physical Chemistry I (3)
The principles of thermodynamics are developed and applied to a study of gases, phase equilibria, and chemical equilibria.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-104C C AND (MATH-122C C AND PHYS-132C C) OR (PHYS-122C C AND MATH-122C C AND MATH-221C Y C)CHEM-365L Physical Chemistry I Lab (2)
The semester is devoted to traditional physical chemical experiments, most of which are related to thermodynamics.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-365 Y D-CHEM-366L Physical Chemistry II Lab (2)
The experiments in this course are chosen to illustrate or to apply the principles studied in CHEM 366.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-365L D- AND CHEM-366 Y D-CHEM-366 Physical Chemistry II (3)
The semester covers chemical kinetics and quantum chemistry, plus elements of kinetic theory and spectroscopy.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-365 D-CHEM-408 Biochemistry I (3)
An introduction to the basic principles of biochemistry. Among the topics covered are: structure and function of proteins; energetics, kinetics, and mechanisms of biochemical reactions; carbohydrates; properties of membranes; and intermediary metabolism, including oxidative phosphorylation.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-202 D-CHEM-409 Biochemistry II (3)
A continuation of Biochemistry I. Among the topics covered are: a continuation of intermediary metabolism; biosynthesis; integration and hormonal regulation of metabolism; and storage and utilization of genetic information.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-408 D-CHEM-410 Biochemistry Lab (1)
A laboratory course for junior/senior students majoring in chemistry, biology, and/or pursuing a concentration in biochemistry. Designed to provide a modern and complete experience in experimental biochemistry. Important general techniques to be covered are error and statistical analysis of experimental data, spectroscopic methods, electrophoretic techniques, chromatographic separations, and isolation of biological materials. Examples of some selected additional techniques are enzyme kinetics, peptide isolation, and peptide sequencing.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-202 D- AND CHEM-202L D- AND CHEM-408 Y D-CHEM-412 Advanced Topics: Chemistry (3)
Advanced topics in chemistry will be covered according to specialty area of faculty.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-316 D- AND CHEM-366 D-CHEM-417 Quantum Chemistry (3)
This course serves as an advanced study of quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, and molecular thermodynamics.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-366 D- AND MATH-221C D-CHEM-431 Spectroscopic Identificatn (3)
Spectroscopic methods, such as mass spectrometry, infrared spectroscopy, and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy (both 1-D and 2-D techniques and multinuclear NMR), are applied to the characterization of substances.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-202 D- AND CHEM-202L D- AND CHEM-366 D-CHEM-435 Advanced Laboratory I (1)
Devoted to the separation of mixtures and their identification and to the synthesis, purification, and characterization of organic compounds using more advanced procedures than those found in CHEM 201L and 202L.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-202L D- AND CHEM-431 Y D-CHEM-436 Advanced Laboratory II (1)
At least two-thirds of this course is devoted to the syntheses and characterization of inorganic compounds. For the remainder of the course, the student selects advanced experiments from one or more areas, such as biochemistry, spectroscopy, instrumental methods, polymer chemistry, or inorganic chemistry.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-202L D- AND CHEM-366 Y D- AND CHEM-441 Y D-CHEM-441 Adv Inorganic Chemistry (3)
This course is concerned primarily with atomic structure, periodic properties of the elements, reaction mechanisms, structure and bonding in the solid state, acid-base theory, symmetry and group theory, coordination compounds, and organometallic chemistry.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-202 D- AND CHEM-366 Y D-CHEM-444 Intro Polymer Science (3)
The science of polymer chemistry is discussed, including the preparation of polymers on small and large scales, the properties of polymers on a macroscopic and a molecular level, and the analysis of polymers.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-202 D- AND CHEM-366 Y D-CHEM-449 Seminar Preparation (0)
This course will prepare students for presenting their senior seminar. The course will include discussion of selection of seminar topic, background research, and presentation preparation. Graded S/U.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-365 Y D-CHEM-450 Seminar (1)
Each student presents a seminar on a current research topic in chemistry.
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Pre-requisites: CHEM-366 D-CHEM-496 Independent Study (1 TO 3)
An opportunity for a student to engage in research or study in an area or topic not regularly covered in the program. Completion of the Independent Study/Tutorial Authorization form is required.
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Research on an original problem in chemistry is carried out under the direction of a department faculty member. Training in research methods, use of the scientific literature, and evaluation of data are emphasized. A student may register for 1 to 4 credit hours in a given semester. At least once during the course of the project, the student will report orally on his or her work before the department faculty and students. Upon completion of the project, the results will be presented in the form of a written research report. Completion of the Independent Study/Tutorial Authorization form is required.
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