Chemistry (CHEM

Requires consent of the Dean of the School of Business. Must be approved and supervised by a faculty member. Credit: 3 hours

Requires consent of the Dean of the School of Business. Must be approved and supervised by a faculty member. Credit: 3 hours

Major concepts of general chemistry. Atomic and molecular structure, bonding, types of reactions, acid-base chemistry, solution chemistry, equilibrium, oxidation-reduction and an introduction to organic chemistry. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Does not count toward Chemistry major or minor. Credit: 4 hours

The first half of an integrated two-semester sequence. Coverage includes the nature of matter, chemical equations and stoichiometry, gases, and chemical equilibrium. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Credit: 4 hours (Fall)

Second of a two-part integrated sequence. Thermochemistry and equilibria, electrochemistry and oxidation-reduction, chemical kinetics, atomic structure (quantum mechanics), chemical bonding, and spectroscopy. Three lecture and three hours lab per week. Prerequisite Chemistry 101 with grade of “C-“ or higher Credit: 4 hours (Spring)

Basic chemical principles explained within real-world societal issues. Through current technological issues, concepts such as atomic structure, chemical bonding, electromagnetic radiation, stoichiometry, thermodynamics, water quality, acids and bases will be explored. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. Intended for non-science majors. Credit: 4 hours

The aim of this course is to scientifically explore the chemistry of food through lecture, discussion, hands-on-activities and laboratory experiments. Students will be introduced to the Scientific Method, basic chemical concepts involving unit conversions, matter, and energy, and to the basic food categories (carbohydrates, fats, proteins, minerals and water). Students will explore taste and flavor and the use of various cooking methods. Students will conduct a research project based on information learned in the lecture and laboratory work. Three hours lecture, three hours lab. Intended for non-science majors. Credit: 4 hours

This course is designed to introduce some of the fundamental principles in scientific analysis and to apply them to a number of specialized fields of forensic science. Because forensic science is a multidisciplinary science, the course will cover concepts from physics, chemistry, biology, geology, mathematics, criminal justice, and history. The course will compare/contrast the process of doing real science investigations to that used in various aspects of criminalistics, such as the scope of forensic investigation, the matter of expert qualifications, and the admissibility of evidence in court. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. Intended for non-science majors. Credit: 4 hours (Fall)

Chemical bonding; introduction to stereochemistry and spectroscopy; survey of common functional groups. Three hours lecture, three hours lab. Prerequisite: Chemistry 102 with at least a CCredit: 4 hours (Fall)

Continuation of functional group survey with emphasis on selected topics of biological importance. Three hours lecture, three hours lab. Prerequisite: Chemistry 201 with “C-” or higher Credit: 4 hours (Spring)

An introduction to the development, methodologies, management, and presentation of chemical ideas, proposals, and research. The topics will also include current awareness methods, the laboratory notebook, ethics in research, library and Internet resources, the use of Chemical Abstracts, and presentations by students and faculty. Student affiliation in the American Chemical Society is required. One lecture per week. Prerequisite: Sophomore level or consent of professor. Credit: 1 hour

A detailed study of gas laws, general thermodynamics, chemical thermodynamics, and equilibrium. Three hours lecture, three hours lab. Capstone course in the major. Prerequisites: “C-” or higher in Chemistry 202 & Math 220 & Physics 202 (205); or consent of professor Credit: 4 hours

A detailed study of kinetics, quantum mechanics, spectroscopy, and solid-state properties. Three hours lecture, three hours lab. Capstone course in the major. Prerequisite: Chemistry 311 Credit: 4 hours

A study of the methods, techniques, and problems in chemical analysis. Includes error analysis; equilibrium analysis focusing on acid-base, complexation, precipitation, and oxidation-reduction reactions; introductory spectroscopy; and chromatography covering both gas and liquid techniques. Three hours lecture, three hours lab. Prerequisite: Chemistry 202 with “C-” or higher Credit: 4 hours (Fall)

Basic instrumental analysis featuring electronic, electrochemistry, atomic spectroscopy, molecular spectroscopy, and NMR. Three hours lecture, three hours lab. Prerequisite: Chemistry 331 with “C-” or higher Credit: 4 hours (Spring, odd years)

The active investigation of a chemical research problem under the direct supervision of the chemistry faculty. Includes participation in the CHEM 291, 292 Introduction to Chemical Research course. One lecture and one lab per week. Prerequisite: Junior level and consent of professor. Credit: 2 hours

A unified study of the non-carbon elements with an emphasis on properties, periodic trends, and reactions. Three hours lecture and three hours lab. Prerequisite: Chemistry 202 with “C-” or higher Credit: 4 hours

Structure and function of proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids. Pathways of intermediary metabolism emphasizing cellular location, thermodynamics, and regulation of rate-limiting enzymes. Signal transduction across membranes, and integration and hormonal regulation of metabolism. Three hours lecture. Prerequisite: Chemistry 202 and Biology 101 with “C-” or higher Credit: 3 hours (Fall)

This course will explore the organic chemistry behind polymers and biological macromolecules. Structure, synthesis, and mechanism of action will be discussed from an organic standpoint including reaction mechanisms. Topics will include DNA, proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates as well as the chemical mechanisms and kinetics of enzyme action. Laboratory work will include polymer synthesis, solid phase peptide synthesis, DNA “click” chemistry, PCR, and enzyme kinetics. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. Prerequisite: Chemistry 202 with “C-” or higher Credit: 4 hours (Spring)

A unified approach to the development and implementation of a multi-step organic reaction synthesis involving the disciplines of organic and analytical chemistry. During the semester, the student will present their progress both as informal class discussions and as formal oral/poster presentations to showcase their results. Two hours lecture, six hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: Chemistry 331 with “C-” or higher Credit: 4 hours

Properties and reactions of hazardous materials. Fire prevention and control, chemical storage and labeling, safety procedures, and transportation regulations. Three hours lecture/demonstration. Prerequisite: Chemistry 202 with “C-” or higher Credit: 3 hours