CHEM 122L - College Chemistry Laboratory
(1 cr each) This
course introduces the student to the isolation of natural products, the
synthesis of drugs, biochemical reactions, and the use of modern
instrumentation for the separation and the qualitative and quantitative
analysis of chemicals. College Chemistry Laboratory must be taken
simultaneously with the appropriate semester of College Chemistry (CHEM
120 and
CHEM 122).
CHEM 207 - General Chemistry
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(3 cr) A first-year chemistry course for students
whose major area of study is biology, chemistry, mathematics, medical
technology, pre-medicine, or pre-pharmacy. Studied are such fundamental
concepts of chemistry as the structure of atoms and compounds; the nature of
solids, liquids, and gases; the reactions of inorganic and organic
compounds; the study of acids, bases, buffers, and salts; and kinetics,
equilibrium, and electrochemistry. CHEM
207L and
CHEM 209L are to be taken with CHEM 207 and
CHEM 209 respectively. CHEM 207 is offered in the fall. Prerequisites:
Background i n chemistry and algebra.
CHEM 207L - General Chemistry Laboratory I
(1 cr) A three-hour
per week laboratory course in general chemistry. Topics are selected from
qualitative inorganic analysis, spectroscopic analysis, gas laws,
calorimetry, and chromatography. Corequisite: Should be taken concurrently
with
CHEM 207.
CHEM 209 - General Chemistry
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(3 cr) A first-year
chemistry course for students whose major area of study is biology,
chemistry, mathematics, medical technology, pre-medicine, or pre-pharmacy.
Studied are such fundamental concepts of chemistry as the structure of atoms
and compounds; the nature of solids, liquids, and gases; the reactions of
inorganic and organic compounds; the study of acids, bases, buffers, and
salts; and kinetics, equilibrium, and electrochemistry. CHEM
207L and
CHEM 209L are to be taken with
CHEM 207 and CHEM 209 respectively. CHEM 209 is offered in the spring.
Prerequisites: Background in chemistry and algebra.
CHEM 209L - General Chemistry Laboratory II
(1 cr) A three-hour per week laboratory course in
general chemistry. Topics are selected from volumetric analysis,
spectroscopic analysis, electrochemistry, synthesis, gas laws, and
chromatography. Corequisite: Should be taken concurrently with
CHEM 209.
CHEM 301 - Inorganic Chemistry
(3 cr) The theoretical principles of chemical
bonding and molecular structure are correlated with the chemical and
physical properties of inorganic compounds. Includes covalent and ionic
bonding, periodic trends, systematic study of the representative,
transition, inner-transition and inert gas elements, structure
determination, and reaction mechanisms. Prerequisites:
CHEM 207,
CHEM 209.
CHEM 308 - Radiochemistry
(3 cr) A
study of the principles underlying the nature of radioactivity and
of the various chemical, biological, and industrial applications of
radioisotopes. Particular emphasis is placed on stellar
nucleosynthesis, fission, fusion, reactor design, accelerators, and
theories of the nucleus. Prerequisites:
CHEM 207,
CHEM 209.
CHEM 311 - Chemical Pharmacology
(3 cr) This course is an introduction to the
structure, mechanisms of action, and clinical application of drugs currently in
use. The emphasis is on general pharmacological principles and on a survey of a
wide spectrum of agents; chemical aspects of pharmacology are stressed where
they contribute significantly to the understanding of drug action.
Prerequisites: One semester of anatomy/physiology and one semester of chemistry;
or, permission of the instructor.
CHEM 315 - Organic Chemistry
(3 cr each) This course is designed for students
with an interest in chemistry, the life sciences, or in health-related
fields. It surveys the classes of organic compounds from hydrocarbons to
synthetic and natural macromolecules. Attention is focused on the
applications of organic chemistry to biological, medical, and energy-related
problems. Prerequisites:
CHEM 207,
CHEM 209. Corequisite: The courses
CHEM 315L and
CHEM 316L must be taken concurrently with CHEM 315 and
CHEM 316, respectively.
CHEM 315L - Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
(1 cr) This
laboratory features organic synthesis, mechanistic studies, and modern
instrumental techniques for the separation (using TLC, GC, or HPLC) and
characterization (using IR, NMR, MS, or polarimetry) of organic compounds.
Prerequisite/corequisite: Current or prior enrollment in
CHEM 315 is required.
CHEM 316 - Organic Chemistry
(3 cr each) This
course is designed for students with an interest in chemistry, the life
sciences, or in health-related fields. It surveys the classes of organic
compounds from hydrocarbons to synthetic and natural macromolecules.
Attention is focused on the applications of organic chemistry to
biological, medical, and energy-related problems. Prerequisites:
CHEM 207,
CHEM 209. Corequisite: The courses
CHEM 315L and
CHEM 316L must be taken concurrently with
CHEM 315 and CHEM 316, respectively.
CHEM 316L - Organic Chemistry II Laboratory
(1 cr) This course is a continuation of
CHEM 315 and uses the same techniques. Prerequisite/corequisite: Current or
prior enrollment in
CHEM 316 is required
CHEM 321 - Analytical Chemistry
(3 cr) A one-semester course covering the theory of classical volumetric,
gravimetric, and electrochemical techniques and the calculations associated with
these techniques. Also covered are the statistical methods needed for the
critical evaluation of data. Prerequisites:
CHEM 207,
CHEM 209. Corequisite:
CHEM 321L should be taken concurrently.
CHEM 321L - Analytical Chemistry Laboratory
(1 cr) A one-semester laboratory course
covering the lab procedures for classical volumetric, gravimetric,
and electrochemical analyses. Prerequisites:
CHEM 207,
CHEM 209,
CHEM 207L,
CHEM 209L. Corequisite:
CHEM 321 should be taken concurrently.
CHEM 322 - Instrumental Analysis
(3 cr) A one-semester course covering the theory and
practice of modern instrumental methods for chemical analysis. Methods covered
include atomic and molecular spectroscopy, chromatography, mass spectroscopy,
surface analysis, and electrochemistry. Instrument design, sampling techniques,
and analytical strengths and weaknesses of the various methods are covered.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 321 and
CHEM 321L. Corequisite:
CHEM 322L should be taken concurrently.
CHEM 322L - Instrumental Analysis Laboratory
(1 cr) A
one-semester laboratory course that provides experience with modern
instrumental methods for chemical analysis. Techniques covered include
atomic and molecular spectroscopy, chromatography, mass spectroscopy, and
electrochemistry. Corequisite:
CHEM 322 should be taken concurrently.
CHEM 325 - Computers in Science
(3 cr) A
one-semester course that serves as an introduction to the use of computers
for data collection, data analysis, and data presentation. Topics covered
include scientific calculations and plotting with spreadsheets, elementary
programming, scientific report writing, and computer interfacing to
scientific instrumentation.
CHEM 327 - Solution Chemistry
(3 cr) A
one-semester course to be taken by the student in the sophomore or
junior year. A study of the physical and chemical properties of the
liquid state is pursued, with particular emphasis placed on aqueous
solution. The preparation of solutions of various concentrations is
reviewed. Thermodynamics is introduced. Other major areas are
kinetics, equilibria between phases and electrochemistry.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 207,
CHEM 209,
MATH 105.
CHEM 327L - Solution Chemistry Laboratory
(1 cr) A
three-hour per week laboratory course to be taken with Solution
Chemistry
CHEM 327. Aqueous and nonaqueous solutions will be prepared and
their physical and chemical properties will be investigated.
Prerequisite/corequisite:
CHEM 327.
CHEM 329 - Biochemistry I
(3 cr) Biochemical structure and function with
initial emphasis placed on the properties of carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins
and the relationship between structure and function. The special role of these
biomolecules in the structure and function of biological membranes is then
presented. This is followed by an introduction to enzymes and the mechanisms of
enzyme action. Attention is then given to the nucleic acids and includes the
genetic role, structure, and replication of DNA and the role of RNA in protein
synthesis. Prerequisites:
CHEM 315 and
BIOL 305.
CHEM 329L - Biochemistry I Laboratory
(1 cr) A
three-hour per week laboratory course to be taken with CHEM
329 - Biochemistry I. The course will comprise an overview and
application of techniques associated with biochemical research, data
gathering, and analysis. The students will be introduced to various
computer-based methodologies of data analysis molecular modelling
and presentation. In addition, the course will involve development
of experimental design, reproducible lab techniques, and record
keeping. Prerequisite/corequisite:
CHEM 329.
CHEM 330 - Biochemistry II
(3 cr) Basic concepts of metabolism with initial
emphasis placed on the broad aspects of metabolism and includes a discussion
of the energy requirements for reactions in living systems. The degradation
of carbohydrates and the biochemical role of glycolysis, citric acid cycle,
oxidative phosphorylation, and related pathways are then presented. This is
followed by an examination of fatty acid metabolism, nucleotide
biochemistry, and selected topics in biosynthesis. Attention is then given
to mechanisms of hormone action, transport across biological membranes, and
related membrane activity. Prerequisites:
CHEM 329.
CHEM 330L - Biochemistry II Laboratory
(1 cr) A second
three-hours per week laboratory to be taken with
CHEM 330 Biochemistry II. The course involves the application of
techniques developed in
CHEM 329L to problems associated with characterization of carbohydrates,
proteins, and nucleic acids. Included in the experiments performed is the
development of purification techniques, enzyme kinetics, and spectroscopic
analysis. Prerequisites:
CHEM 329 and
CHEM 329L.
CHEM 331 - Seminar
(1 cr each) This course may be taken more than once for credit. The selection,
organization, and presentation of topics within one’s area of
interest in chemistry. Topics are selected from among the current
literature, review articles, and reports in scientific journals.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 207,
CHEM 209.
CHEM
332 - Seminar
(1 cr each) This course may be taken more
than once for credit. The selection, organization, and presentation
of topics within one’s area of interest in chemistry. Topics are
selected from among the current literature, review articles, and
reports in scientific journals. Prerequisites:
CHEM 207,
CHEM 209.
CHEM 333 - Environmental Chemistry
(3 cr) The
chemistry of environmental processes and problems. Topics include
stratospheric chemistry, ground-level air chemistry and air
pollution, the greenhouse effect and global warming, energy use and
carbon dioxide emission, toxic organic and inorganic compounds, the
chemistry of natural waters and water pollution, and waste
management. Instrumentation for measuring pollutants is discussed.
Prerequisites: One year of University-level chemistry.
CHEM 333L - Environmental Chemistry Lab
(1 cr) The
environmental chemistry laboratory will apply volumetric and
instrumental techniques to the analysis of chemicals of
environmental significance. Gas and liquid chromatography, mass
spectroscopy, and atomic absorption, among other techniques, will be
employed.
CHEM 392 - Cooperative Education in
Chemistry
(1-9 cr) Cooperative education is a form of education which integrates
classroom study with paid, planned, and supervised work experiences
in the public and privates sectors. Cooperative education allows
students to acquire essential, practical skills by being exposed to
the reality of the work world beyond the boundaries of campus,
enhancing their self-confidence and career direction. An agreement
is signed by the employer supervisor, the faculty supervisor, and
the student. The co-op may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites:
Sophomore standing; minimum 2.3 GPA, 2.5 major GPA; approval of the
Department of Chemistry; placement by the Career Center.
CHEM 415 -
Advanced Organic Chemistry
(1-3 cr each) The content of the course is
flexible and can be structured to meet the needs of the student.
Possible orientations include: 1) a review and extension of the
principles covered in Organic Chemistry, 2) a detailed treatment of the
mechanisms of organic reactions, 3) a selective study of the synthesis
of organic compounds, and 4) molecular orbital theory and rate processes
as applied to organic chemistry. Prerequisites:
CHEM 315,
CHEM 316.
CHEM 416 - Advanced Organic Chemistry
(1-3 cr each) The content of the course is flexible and can be structured to meet the
needs of the student. Possible orientations include: 1) a review and
extension of the principles covered in Organic Chemistry, 2) a detailed
treatment of the mechanisms of organic reactions, 3) a selective study
of the synthesis of organic compounds, and 4) molecular orbital theory
and rate processes as applied to organic chemistry. Prerequisites:
CHEM 315,
CHEM 316.
CHEM 427 - Spectroscopy
(3 cr) A study of the classical and quantum
theories of the interaction of radiation with matter, including an
introduction to the Schrodinger wave equation. The absorption and
emission of radiation by atoms and molecules are treated, with
particular emphasis being placed on ultraviolet, visible, and infrared
spectroscopy and resonance phenomena. Prerequisites:
CHEM 207,
CHEM 209,
PHYS 201,
PHYS 202 and math through calculus.
CHEM 427L - Advanced Physical Chemistry Lab
(1 cr) A three
hour per week laboratory course that covers advanced physical chemical
laboratory methods. Techniques covered include spectroscopy (infrared,
NMR UV-visible absorption), surface chemistry and electrochemistry.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 327 and
CHEM 327L. Corequisite:
CHEM 427 or should be taken concurrently.
CHEM 428 - Thermodynamics
(2 cr) A study
of the principles underlying the content and transfer of energy in
physical and chemical reactions. The classical laws of thermodynamics
are introduced, and the concepts of free energy, entropy, work, and
enthalpy are defined and subjected to a careful quantitative treatment.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 207,
CHEM 209,
PHYS 201,
PHYS 202 and math through calculus.
CHEM 436 - Advanced Protein Chemistry
(3 cr) The
course is designed as an independent/directed study with a weekly
seminar component. The material to be covered will be an in-depth review
of the structure and function relationships of proteins. Computer
modeling and structure analysis and review of the current primary
research literature will be used. The course is divided into four major
topics of discussion: Part 1, a review of secondary and tertiary
structure; Part 2, folding patterns and analysis and prediction of
structure; Part 3, specific enzymology and protein chemistry; and Part
4, analysis of protein function by protein engineering and biophysical
methods.
CHEM 450 - Research in Chemistry
(1-3 cr) This course involves the student in research in chemistry.
CHEM 392 Cooperative Education in Chemistry may be substituted
for CHEM 450. The course is given for 1-3 credits per semester and
may be taken repeatedly.
