Course Descriptions

CHM113: Elements and Compounds Laboratory (One credit)

Laboratory experiments related to the subject matter of CHM115 are carried out, Emphasis is placed in laboratory skills and treatment of experimental data. Laboratory, three hours a week. Fee $75.

CHM114: The Chemical Reaction Laboratory (One credit)

Laboratory experiments related to the subject matter of CHM116 are carried out, Emphasis is placed on laboratory skills and treatment of experimental data. Laboratory, three hours a week. Fee $75.

CHM115: Elements and Compounds (Four credits)

Emphasis is placed on the periodic table and stoichiometry, including chemical properties, physical states, and structure. Class, three hours a week; laboratory, three hours a week; problem session, one hour a week. Fee $75.

CHM116: The Chemical Reaction (Four credits)

A detailed study of chemical equilibria in aqueous solution. Class, three hours a week; laboratory, three hours a week; problem session, one hour a week. Fee $75.
Prerequisite: CHM 115

CHM222: Systematic Inorganic Chemistry (Four credits)

A detailed description of the chemistry of the main group elements based on fundamental chemical principles. Fundamental techniques of inorganic synthesis. Class, three hours a week; laboratory, three hours a week. Fee $75. Prerequisite: CHM 116

CHM231: Organic Chemistry I (Four credits)

An introduction to the chemistry of carbon compounds which develops the theoretical principles underlying the mysterious "vital force" from which all organic materials were supposedly derived. These principles will be investigated and applied in the laboratory. Class, three hours a week; laboratory three hours a week; pre-lab session, one hour a week. Fee $75. Prerequisite: CHM 116

CHM232: Organic Chemistry II (Four credits)

A continuation of CHM231 with emphasis on modern organic synthesis. The laboratory integrates synthesis, isolation, analysis and instrumentation. Class, three hours a week; laboratory three hours a week; pre-lab session, one hour a week. Fee $75. Prerequisite: CHM 116

CHM244: Instrumental Analysis (Three credits)

A laboratory course in the application of instrumental techniques for obtaining qualitative and quantitative information about the composition and structure of matter. Lab work includes chromatographic, spectroscopic and electrometric techniques, and the use of computers for data acquisition, management and analysis. The course serves students in biochemistry, chemistry, biology, geology, health-related sciences, engineering and environmental sciences who desire experience with these techniques and how they are used in chemical problem-solving. One three-hour laboratory and two one-hour lecture sessions per week. Fee $75. Prerequisite: CHM 116

CHM251: Physical Chemistry I (Three credits)

The first and second law of thermodynamics are developed, leading to an emphasis on the application of the free energy concept: electrochemistry, the phase rule, and colligative properties. Chemical kinetics is introduced. Class, three hours a week. Prerequisite: CHM 116, MTH211, PHY202

CHM252: Physical Chemistry II (Three credits)

Elementary quantum theory, kinetic and molecular theory, and nuclear chemistry are studied. The molecular orbital theory and other approximate methods of quantum theory are developed. Statistical mechanics and surface chemistry are introduced. Class, three hours a week. Prerequisite: CHM251

CHM253: Physical Chemistry I Laboratory (One credit)

Laboratory experiments related to the subject matter of CHM251 are carried out, including calorimetry, electrochemistry, gas laws and kinetics. Statistics and data analysis are also covered. Must be taken concurrently with CHM251 or with permission of the instructor. Laboratory, three hours a week; pre-lab, one hour a week. Fee $75. Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHM251

CHM254: Physical Chemistry II Laboratory (One credit)

Laboratory experiments related to the subject matter of CHM251 are carried out, including kinetics, spectroscopy and polymers. Must be taken concurrently with CHM252 or with permission of the instructor. Laboratory, three hours a week; pre-lab, one hour a week. Fee $75. Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHM252

CHM272: Chemical Structure Determination (Three credits)

A study of structure determination techniques with emphasis on chromatographic methods and spectroscopy, including nuclear magnetic resonance, infrared, ultraviolet, visible and mass spectroscopy. Class, one hours a week; laboratory, six hours a week. Fee $75. Prerequisites: CHM222, CHM232, CHM251

CHM321: Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (Three credits)

Introduction to Ligand Field Theory; chemistry of the first transition series, organometallic, pi acceptor compounds; mechanisms of inorganic reactions. Class, three hours a week. Prerequisites: CHM222 and CHM252

CHM323: Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory (One credit)

Synthesis of coordination and organometallic compounds, and spectroscopic characterization of the products using modern laboratory techniques. Must be taken concurrently with CHM231 or with permission of the instructor. Laboratory, three hours a week. Fee $75. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM321

CHM344: Principles of Instrumental Analysis (Three credits)

A course in the fundamental principles upon which measuring devices are based and used to build analytical instruments. The limitations and pitfalls that accompany physical measurements are investigated experimentally. An understanding of these principles and limitations allows for intelligent choices among competing approaches to solving an analytical problem. Two one-hour lecture sessions and on three-hour laboratory per week. Fee $75. Prerequisites: CHM251, CHM252

CHM361: Biochemistry - Structure and Function (Three credits)

This course is a study of the physical and chemical properties of proteins, nucleic acid, fatty acids, and carbohydrates emphasizing the relationship between the chemical structure and the biological function. The course includes the physical methods of biochemistry, enzyme kinetics, bioenergetics and nucleic acid transcription and translation. Prerequisites: CHM232.

CHM362: Biochemistry - Metabolism (Three credits)

This course is a study of the metabolism and anabolism of carbohydrates, fatty acids and amino acids. The course emphasizes the regulation and integration of major metabolic pathways, including glycolysis, the Kreb's cycle, electron transport,gluconeogenesis, pentose phosphate pathway, fatty acid metabolism and amino acid metabolism. Prerequisites: CHM232.

CHM363: Biochemistry Laboratory (One credit)

Laboratory experiments which emphasize biochemical techniques used in isolation and characterization of macromolecules. Included in the course are various chromatographic techniques, electrophoresis, spectrometry and classic biochemical methods. Laboratory, three hours a week, pre-lab session, one hour a week. Fee $75 Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM361.

CHM391: Senior Research I (One credit)

The planning and execution of a chemistry research project under the direction of a faculty member. It is expected that this will be a laboratory research project. Students will also learn how to search the chemical literature using modern computer methods. Students are required to attend weekly department seminars and present at least one seminar. Fee $75.

CHM392: Senior Research II (Two credits)

Students will carried out a chemistry research project under the direction of a faculty member. It is expected that this will be a laboratory research project. The project must culminate with a written report and the results must be presented at a department seminar. Students are required to attend weekly department seminars and present at least one seminar. Fee $75.

CHM395-396: Independent Research (One to Three credits each)

Independent study and research for students in the field of the major under the direction of a faculty member. A research paper is required. Fee: one credit $30, two credits $40 and three credits $75.

CHM398: Advanced Topics (One to Three credits)

A study of topics of special interest, such as physical chemistry, advanced analytical chemistry, advanced organic chemistry, surface and colloid chemistry, nuclear chemistry, chemical kinetics, polymer chemistry or spectroscopy.

CHM399: Cooperative Education (One to Six credits)

Professional cooperative education placement in a private/public organization related to the student's academic objectives and career goals. In addition to their work experience, students are required to submit weekly reaction papers and an academic project to a faculty coordinator in the student's discipline. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing, 2.0 cumulative average, consent of academic advisor, approval of placement by department chairperson. Students without the indicated prerequisites for 200- and 300-level chemistry courses may enroll after written permission of the instructor has been approved by the department chairperson.