Chemistry
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designates courses in the Quantitative Scientific Cluster |
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the Ideas and Events Cluster |
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the Human Behavior Cluster |
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the Literature, Language and Arts Cluster |
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Multicultural |
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Interdisciplinary courses
Multicultural and interdisciplinary courses also fulfill a cluster designation. |
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Asterisk indicates that the course may be offered less than once every two years. |
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Courses having a more narrow focus than those taught on a regular basis of courses being taught on an experimental basis can be taught as Topics courses. These courses will be assigned numbers based on the student level for which they are intended-first, second, third or fourth year. |
Industrial Chemistry
CHEM 1000 4 cr. 6 hr.
This introduction to chemistry includes a study of the periodic table, atomic structure, electrochemistry, thermochemistry, chemical bonding, kinetics, oxidation-reduction, acids-bases, thermodynamics and a brief introduction to organic compounds. Q
Prerequisite: MATH 1300.
Pre-Biochemistry
CHEM 1100 4 cr. 5 hr.
This course provides the fundamentals of chemistry for non-science majors. Material is limited to basic concepts in general chemistry that are necessary for understanding the principles of organic and biochemistry. This course replaces Chemistry I and is required for Nursing majors. Q
Elements of Human Biochemistry and Organic Chemistry
CHEM 1200 4 cr. 5 hr.
This course is a continuation of Pre-Biochemistry I or the equivalent. The course material also includes a study of organic chemistry and human biochemistry. This course replaces Chemistry II and is required for Nursing majors. Q
Prerequisite: CHEM 1100.
General Chemistry I
CHEM 1300 4 cr. 6 hr.
The course explores the fundamental laws and theories of chemistry such as atomic structure, the periodic table, electrochemistry, descriptive inorganic chemistry, the gas laws, solutions, equilibrium calculations and chemical bonding. Chemical calculations are emphasized. Q
General Chemistry II
CHEM 1400 4 cr. 6 hr.
This course is a continuation of General Chemistry I. Topics include chemical, acid/base, and solubility equilibria and chemical kinetics. Q
Prerequisite: CHEM 1300.
Organic Chemistry I
CHEM 2000 4 cr. 6 hr.
This course is recommended for those who need for a solid theoretical foundation in chemistry, especially those contemplating graduate study in science or medicine. Properties of organic compounds are discussed in terms of their molecular structures and reaction mechanisms. Q
Prerequisites: CHEM 1400.
Organic Chemistry II
CHEM 2100 4 cr. 6 hr.
This course is a continuation of CHEM 2000. Q
Prerequisite: CHEM 2000.
General Analytical Chemistry
CHEM 2400 4 cr. 7 hr.
Introductory course in analytical chemistry designed to supplement the theory and practice in the discipline, begun in General Chemistry I & II. Topic coverage to include: titrimetric, gravimetric, electrochemical, spectrophotometric and chromatographic methods of analysis. Three hours of lecture and four hours of lab per week.
Pre-requisites: General Chemistry I and II; completion or co-enrollment in or Organic Chemistry I or II.
Physical Chemistry I
CHEM 3200 4 cr. 6 hr.
The course explores the underlying principles of chemistry from a physical chemistry standpoint. Topics of discussion include kinetic theory, theories of the structure of matter, theory of solutions, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, spectroscopy and kinetics.
Prerequisite: CHEM 2100 or the equivalent.
Elements of Physical Chemistry
CHEM 3210 4 cr. 6 hr.
This is an introductory course in physical chemistry covering topics such as thermodynamics, mass-transport and solutions, etc. It is designed to provide students with the ability to think critically and utilize physical parameters in chemical systems, to perform numerical calculations involving these systems and use the understanding when viewing environmental problems and risks.
Physical Chemistry II
CHEM 3300 4 cr. 6 hr.
The course is a continuation of Physical Chemistry I.
Prerequisite: CHEM 3200.
Analytical Chemistry II
CHEM 3500 4 cr. 6 hr.
The course studies instrumental analysis. Laboratory experiments include spectrophotometric, conductometric, potentiometric and chromatographic analyses.
Prerequisites: CHEM 2100 and CHEM 3000 or the equivalent.
Advanced Topics
Student and faculty availability determine the following course offerings.
Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
*CHEM 3600 3 cr. 3 hr.
The course studies bonding theories, acid-base theories, reactions in non-aqueous solvents, complexation and chelation, reactivity and physical measurements.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1400 or the equivalent.
Natural Products
*CHEM 4000 3 cr. 3 hr.
This course examines chemistry isolation, purification and identification of pure compounds from a variety of naturally occurring substances. Special techniques are introduced whenever feasible.
Prerequisites: CHEM 2000 and 2100.
Biochemistry (See BIOL 3450).
CHEM 4100 4 cr. 6 hr.
Prerequisite: CHEM 2100.
Polymer Chemistry
*CHEM 4200 4 cr. 6 hr.
This introduction to the synthesis and properties of macromolecules also serves as an application of chemical principles to this interesting and important group of materials.
Prerequisites: CHEM 2000 and 2100 or the equivalent.
Radiation Chemistry
CHEM 4300 4 cr. 4 hr.
The fundamentals of radiation chemistry are explored, including radioactivity, atomic nuclei, nuclear reactions, decay systematics, reactors and radiation detection and measurement. Emphasis is placed on the use of radioactive materials in chemical applications.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1400, PHYS 2400.
Forensic Chemistry
CHEM 4400 3 cr. 3 hr.
This course studies forensic detection of crimes by examining physical evidence, such as hair, fibers, paint, drugs, DNA, fingerprints, firearms and tool marks, as well as toxicology, arson, explosion, serology, rape victims, documents and voice examination.
Independent Study in Chemistry
CHEM 4900 1 to 3 cr.
This independent study facilitates laboratory research under the guidance of the Chemistry staff.
Prerequisite: permission of the Instructor.
Internship
CHEM 4940 3 cr.
The Internship gives the student an opportunity to work in an industrial, government, or private research laboratory to gain experience relevant to their major.
Internship
CHEM 4950 6 cr.
The Internship gives the student an opportunity to work in an industrial, government, or private research laboratory to gain experience relevant to their major.
Directed Study
CHEM 4975 1-6 cr.
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