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Course Descriptions: Chemistry For Chemistry courses in the General Education curriculum, >click here<. CHEM 101
GENERAL CHEMISTRY I - 3 semester hours F, Su
A development of the fundamental principles of chemistry and their applications. Chemical nomenclature, stoichiometry, atomic structure, bonding theories, thermochemistry, periodic properties, solution calculations, gas laws and the properties of solids and liquids are among the topics discussed. >Syllabus< CHEM 102
GENERAL CHEMISTRY II - 3 semester hours Sp, Su
A continuation of the study of the principles of chemistry and their applications. The topics include solution properties, acids and bases, ionic equations, oxidation-reduction, equilibrium, kinetics, descriptive chemistry of the elements, nuclearchemistry and an introduction to organic chemistry. >Syllabus<
Prerequisite: CHEM 101 General Chemistry I CHEM 103
GENERAL CHEMISTRY LABORATORY I - 1 semester hour F, Su
An introduction to the principles and techniques of experimental chemistry with emphasis upon formula investigations, equations, elementary laboratory statistics, and chemical reactivity. >Syllabus<
Corequisite: CHEM 101 General Chemistry I CHEM 104
GENERAL CHEMISTRY LABORATORY I - 1 semester hour Sp, Su
A continuation of CHEM 103 with emphasis upon solution properties, kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, andqualitative analysis. >Syllabus<
Prerequisite: CHEM 103 General Chemistry Laboratory I
Corequisite: CHEM 102 General Chemistry II CHEM 111
CHEMISTRY I - 3 semester hours F
A development of the fundamental principles of chemistry and their application. Chemical nomenclature, stoichiometry, atomic structure, bonding theories, thermochemistry, periodic properties, solution calculations, gas laws and the properties of solids and liquids are among the topics discussed in depth. Emphasis will be placed on problem solving skills to better prepare students for careers in chemistry and related life science fields. >Syllabus<
Prerequisite: Chemistry Majors or Special Permission from the Department Chair
Corequisites: MATH 200, Calculus I and CHEM 113, Chemistry Laboratory I CHEM 112
CHEMISTRY II - 3 semester hours S
A continuation of development of the fundamental principles of chemistry and their application. The topics that willbe covered in depth include solution properties, acids and bases, ionic equations, oxidation reduction, equilibrium, kinetics descriptive chemistry of the elements, nuclear chemistry and an introduction to organic chemistry. Emphasis will be placed on problem solving skills to better prepare students for careers in chemistry and related life science fields. >Syllabus<
Prerequisite: CHEM 111, Chemistry I
Corequisite: CHEM 114, Chemistry Laboratory II CHEM 113
CHEMISTRY LABORATORY I - 2 semester hours
An introduction to the principles and techniques of experimental chemistry with emphasis upon the application of course material to problem solving in the laboratory. >Syllabus<
Corequisite: CHEM 111, Chemistry I CHEM 114
CHEMISTRY LABORATORY II - 2 semester hours
A continuation of CHEM 113 with emphasis upon problem solving and presenting professional graphical data while exploring, solution properties, kinetics, equilibrium acids and bases, and qualitative analysis. >Syllabus<
Prerequisite: CHEM 113, Chemistry I Laboratory
Corequisite: CHEM 112, Chemistry II CHEM 210
HISTORY OF CHEMISTRY - 1 semester hour
A thorough assessment of the groundbreaking work of the pioneers responsible for the current practice of the science of chemistry and biochemistry.
Prerequisites: CHEM 102 or 112 CHEM 301
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY I - 2 semester hours F
A survey of the methods of inorganic quantitative analysis, including the methods of gravimetric and volumetric analysis with the use of simple instrumental methods included.
Prerequisites: CHEM 102 General Chemistry II
CHEM 104 General Chemistry Laboratory II CHEM 303
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY LABORATORY I - 1 semester hour F
Laboratory experiences involving the qualitative and quantitative analysis of chemical compounds including gravimetric, volumetric and spectrophotometric methods.
Prerequisites: CHEM 102 General Chemistry II
CHEM 104 General Chemistry Laboratory II
Co-requisite: CHEM 301 Analytical Chemistry I CHEM 305
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I - 3 semester hours F
A survey of the chemistry of carbon compounds, their nomenclature, physical properties, structure and reactions with an introduction to reaction mechanisms and instrumental analysis. >Syllabus<
Prerequisite: CHEM 102 General Chemistry II CHEM 306
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II - 3 semester hours Sp
A continuation of CHEM 305. >Syllabus<
Prerequisite: CHEM 305 Organic Chemistry I CHEM 307
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY I - 1 semester hour F
An examination of fundamentals of and practice in organic synthesis, separation, purification and the identification of organic compounds. >Syllabus<
Corequisite: CHEM 305 Organic Chemistry I CHEM 308
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY II - 1 semester hour Sp
A continuation of the fundamentals of and practice in organic synthesis, separation, purification and the identification of organic compounds. >Syllabus<
Prerequisite: CHEM 307 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I
Corequisite: CHEM 306 Organic Chemistry II CHEM 315
PRINCIPLES OF CHEMISTRY - 4 semester hours F
A study of some of the important principles and methods of chemistry with applications to the more common elements; not for chemistry majors. The course consists of 3 hours of laboratory per 3 hours of lecture. CHEM 317
INDEPENDENT STUDY AND RESEARCH - 2-4 semester hours F, Sp
An introduction to research through library and laboratory investigation of suitable chemical problems.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor CHEM 320
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY III - 2 semester hours F
Principles of organic chemistry with emphasis on reaction mechanisms and the interpretation of instrumental data. >Syllabus<
Prerequisite: CHEM 306 Organic Chemistry II CHEM 330
INTRODUCTION TO CHEMICAL RESEARCH - 2 semester hours S
An aid to the student in making efficient use of chemical literature both online and in the printed form, with an emphasis upon obtaining the appropriate sources for a research project in the field of chemistry or biochemistry. >Syllabus<
Prerequisite: CHEM 102/112 General Chemistry II or Chemistry II CHEM 332
SURVIVING PROFESSIONAL LIFE - 1 semester hour
A course designed to foster ethical practices in science and related research fields. Topics will include avoiding bias in reporting data, recognizing bias in the literature and media and avoiding plagiarism. >Syllabus<
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor CHEM 401
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY I - 3 semester hours F
A non-laboratory treatment of physical chemistry with emphasis on chemical thermodynamics, phase equilibria, kinetic theory and chemical kinetics. >Syllabus<
Prerequisites:
CHEM 102 General Chemistry II
MATH 201 Calculus II or consent of instructor CHEM 402
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY II - 3 semester hours Sp
A continuation of CHEM 401 with emphasis on the condensed states of matter, atomic and molecular structure, spectroscopy, statistical mechanics and electrochemistry. >Syllabus<
Prerequisite: CHEM 401 Physical Chemistry I CHEM 404
EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY - 1 semester hour Sp
An introduction to the advanced techniques of physiochemical measurements and their application to chemistry. >Syllabus<
Prerequisite: CHEM 401 Physical Chemistry I CHEM 411
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY II - 2 semester hours Sp
An advanced course with emphasis on general principles and applications of analytical instrumental analysis. >Syllabus<
Prerequisites:
CHEM 301 Analytical Chemistry I
CHEM 303 Analytical Chemistry Laboratory I CHEM 411
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY II Laboratory - 1 semester hour >Syllabus<
Corequisite: CHEM 411 Analytical Chemistry CHEM 414
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY - 3 semester hours Sp
A detailed study of the representative elements and their compounds, involving both theoretical and descriptive approaches. >Syllabus<
Prerequisite: CHEM 102 General Chemistry II CHEM 415
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY - 1 semester hour
Laboratory experiments in inorganic synthesis and spectroscopic methods in inorganic chemistry. >Syllabus<
Corequisite: CHEM 414: Inorganic Chemistry CHEM 416
ADVANCED PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY - 3 semester hours
A detailed study of the principles of physical chemistry with emphasis upon thermodynamics, statistical mechanics, kinetics and quantum chemistry.
Prerequisite: CHEM 402 Physical Chemistry II CHEM 417
BIOINORGANIC CHEMISTRY - 3 semester hours
Introduction to the structure, reactivity, and spectroscopic methods in the study of metalloproteins from an inorganic prospective. The importance of these enzymes is discussed in regard to drug design and understanding of diseases resulting from mutations. Enzymes covered include hemoglobin, myoglobin and hemerythrin, cytochrome P-450, zinc fingers, super oxide dismutase, hemocyanin, cis-platinum and nitrogenase.
Prerequisite: CHEM 422, Introduction to Biochemistry and Lab
Corequisite: CHEM 414, Inorganic Chemistry CHEM 418
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY FOR THE LIFE SCIENCES - 3 semester hours
An introduction to the topics of physical chemistry which are relevant to the life sciences with emphasis placed on the understanding of the physical laws which govern life processes rather than upon the detailed mathematical formulation of physical chemistry. A knowledge of calculus is recommended but not required.
Prerequisite: CHEM 102 General Chemistry II CHEM 420
SEMINAR IN CHEMISTRY - 1 semester hour F
A presentation and discussion of topics of current interest and an introduction to the preparation of technical presentations and presentation methods. >Syllabus<
Prerequisite: 15 semester hours of chemistry courses CHEM 422
INTRODUCTION TO BIOCHEMISTRY - 3 semester hours Sp
An introduction to the chemistry of life processes, the composition of living matter and the changes associated with biological processes.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 306 Organic Chemistry II
CHEM 308 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II CHEM 422
INTRODUCTION TO BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY - 1 semester hour Sp
A laboratory course in which the properties of biochemical molecules are explored and common biochemical reactions are examined.
Corequisite: CHEM 422 Introduction to Biochemistry CHEM 441
ADVANCED LABORATORY I - 2 semester hours F
Prerequisites:
CHEM 411 Analytical Chemistry II CHEM 442
ADVANCED LABORATORY II - 2 semester hours Sp
A continuation of CHEM 441 with an emphasis upon the independent development of a research project. A written report of the research and an oral presentation of the results are required.
Prerequisite: CHEM 441 Advanced Laboratory I
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