Courses in Chemistry

Courses in Chemistry

The number of lecture hours and lab hours are noted next to the titles of courses which have labs (lecture hours-lab hours).

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  • Courses in Chemistry

    The number of lecture hours and lab hours are noted next to the titles of courses which have labs (lecture hours-lab hours).

    33015

    33018

    33019

    33020

    33021

    33022

    33023

    33024

    33025

    33026

    33027

    33028

    33029

    33030

    33031

    33032

    33033

    33034

    33035

    51277

    51284

    33036

    33037

  • CHEM1310 Introduction to Chemistry 3 s.h.
    An introduction to the principles and theories of inorganic chemistry, including a study of atomic structure, chemical bonding, states of matter, gas laws, solutions, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, nuclear chemistry, and acids and bases. Intended for students desiring a general education in chemistry, and those majoring in allied health fields. Will not count for credit in the Chemistry major or minor. Prerequisite: MATH1280 or one year of high school algebra. Goal 2a, 4ab, 4c1 (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+)

  • CHEM1430 Principles of Chemistry I (3-0) 3 s.h.
    An in-depth study of the general principles, theories, and methods of chemistry. Stress is placed on the solving of mathematical problems. Intended for natural science majors and others who require a strong background in chemistry. Prerequisite: Two years of high school mathematics or MATH1280, and one year of high school chemistry or CHEM1310. Corequisite: CHEM1431 Principles of Chemistry I Lab. Goal 2a, 4ab, 4c1 (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+)

  • CHEM1431 Principles of Chemistry I Lab (0-3) 1 s.h.
    Corequisite: CHEM1430 Principles of Chemistry I. Goal 2a, 4ab, 4c1 (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+)

  • CHEM1440 Principles of Chemistry II (3-0) 3 s.h.
    A continuation of CHEM1430. Includes semimicro methods of qualitative analysis and common gravimetric and volumetric methods of quantitative analysis. Prerequisite: CHEM1430/1431. Corequisite: CHEM1441 Principles of Chemistry II Lab. Goal 2a, 4ab, 4c1 (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+)

  • CHEM1441 Principles of Chemistry II Lab (0-3) 1 s.h.
    Corequisite: CHEM1440 Principles of Chemistry II. Goal 2a, 4ab, 4c1 (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+)

  • CHEM2000 Individual Study Goal 2a (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+) 1-3 s.h.

  • CHEM3000 Individual Study Goal 2a (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+) 1-3 s.h.

  • CHEM3110 Chemistry Seminar I 1 s.h.
    Presentation and discussion of current topics from the chemical literature and chemical world. Prerequisite: 16 s.h. of chemistry. Goal 2a (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+)

  • CHEM3120 Internship in Chemistry 1-3 s.h.
    Developed in conjunction with and approved by an appropriate faculty member in Chemistry. This internship will be with professionals who are in career areas relating to majors in the department and may be pursued abroad. The student is responsible for arranging their internship. (Graded on a Pass/Fail basis.) Prerequisite: Instructor's consent. Goal 2a (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+)

  • CHEM3300 Analytical Chemistry (3-3) 4 s.h.
    Study of theory and practice of modern separation and analytical techniques. Includes use of electrochemical, spectrometric and chromatographic instruments. Prerequisite: CHEM1440/1441. Goal 2a, 4ab, 4c1 (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+)

  • CHEM3410 Organic Chemistry I (0-3) 3 s.h.
    An in-depth study of modern organic chemistry including nomenclature, structure and bonding, synthesis, reaction mechanisms, and important functional groups and families of both aliphatic and aromatic compounds. Prerequisite: CHEM1440/1441. Corequisite: CHEM3411 Organic Chemistry I Lab. Goal 2a, 4ab, 4c1 (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+)

  • CHEM3411 Organic Chemistry I Lab (0-3) 1 s.h.
    Corequisite: CHEM3410 Organic Chemistry I. Goal 2a, 4ab, 4c1 (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+)

  • CHEM3420 Organic Chemistry II (3-0) 3 s.h.
    A continuation of CHEM3410 which is a prerequisite. Corequisite: CHEM3421 Organic Chemistry II Lab. Goal 2a, 4ab, 4c1 (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+)

  • CHEM3421 Organic Chemistry II Lab (0-3) 1 s.h.
    Corequisite: CHEM3420 Organic Chemistry II. Goal 2a, 4ab, 4c1 (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+)

  • + CHEM3610 Physical Chemistry I (3-3) 4 s.h.
    A study of thermodynamics, thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, atomic and molecular structure, electrochemistry, and quantum chemistry. Prerequisites: CHEM1440/1441, PHYS1420 or PHYS2560, and MATH1520. Goal 2a, 4ab, 4c1 (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+)

  • + CHEM3620 Physical Chemistry II (3-3) 4 s.h.
    Continuation of CHEM3610, which is a prerequisite. Goal 2a, 4ab, 4c1 (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+)

  • CHEM3900 Special Topics in Chemistry 1-3 s.h.
    A study of special topics in chemistry not available to the student in the regular course offerings. May be repeated for credit as topics change. Prerequisite: Instructor’s consent. Goal 2a (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+)

  • CHEM4000 Individual Study Goal 2a (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+) 1-3 s.h.

  • CHEM4110 Chemistry Seminar II 1 s.h.
    Continuation of CHEM3110. Prerequisite: 17 s.h. of chemistry including CHEM3110. Goal 2a (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+)

  • CHEM4120 Research 1 (also BIOL4120) 1 s.h.
    Covers the basic elements of scientific research. Brief lectures on research methodologies and design will be provided. The student will develop a research schedule and write a research proposal in cooperation with a faculty mentor. The student will be expected to begin any initial research indicated in the research schedule. Prerequisite: Senior standing or consent of instructor. (Goal 2A Catalog 0809)(Goal 1A Catalog 0910+)

  • CHEM4130 Research II (also BIOL4130) 1 s.h.
    The student completes the research that was started in BIOL/CHEM4120. Highlights of the research will be presented orally and through a poster presentation. A final thesis manuscript is required for submission. Prerequisite: BIOL/CHEM4120. (Goal 2A Catalog 0809)(Goal 1A Catalog 0910+)

  • CHEM4310 Biochemistry (also BIOL4310) (3-2) 4 s.h.
    An introduction to biologically important molecules and metabolic pathways and the laboratory techniques used to study and characterize them. Prerequisite: CHEM3420/3421. Goal 2a, 10 (Goal 10 Catalog 0809+)
  • + CHEM4330 Instrumental Analysis (3-3) 4 s.h.
    A study of the analysis and identification of organic compounds and mixtures by modern instrumental techniques and traditional wet chemical methods. Prerequisite: CHEM3420/3421. Goal 2a, 4ab, 4c1 (Goal 2A Catalog 0809+)