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Concurrent enrollment in CHM 108 is highly recommended. A course for the non-science major. Principal concepts and applications of chemistry are presented. The course looks at both the beneficial side of chemical usage and the problems associated with chemical production and usage. The course provides information needed for a better understanding of environmental concerns, the chemical industry, consumer products and our alternate sources and storage of energy.
A one semester course for the non-science major. Principal concepts and applications of chemistry are presented. Emphasis on experiments and lab skills associated with the lecture material in CHM 107.
Concurrent enrollment in CHM 117 is highly recommended. Emphasis on chemical fundamentals and applications. Recommended for students needing only one semester of introductory chemistry. Cannot be counted towards a chemistry major or minor.
Emphasis on experiments and lab skills associated with the lecture material in CHM 116, such as chemical fundamentals and applications. Recommended for students needing only one semester of general chemistry lab. Cannot be counted towards a chemistry major or minor. Cannot be taken Pass/Not Pass.
Emphasis on fundamental and theoretical concepts of chemistry. Recommended for all science majors, chemistry majors and minors, and most preprofessional students. A C- grade or better is required in this course in order to take CHM 170 or CHM 171. Cannot be taken Pass/Not Pass.
An introduction to laboratory chemistry employing principles and techniques that reflect material presented in CHM 160, e.g., synthesis, stoichiometry, physical studies, and data manipulation and interpretation. A C- grade or better is required in this course in order to take CHM 171. Cannot be taken Pass/Not Pass.
Concurrent enrollment in CHM 171 is highly recommended. Emphasis on reaction kinetics, chemical equilibrium, precipitation reactions, acid-base theory and oxidation-reduction reactions. A C- grade or better is required in this course in order to take CHM 342 or CHM 506. Cannot be taken Pass/Not Pass.
An introduction to laboratory chemistry, employing principles and techniques that reflect material presented in CHM 170, e.g., physical studies on kinetics and equilibria of aqueous systems, qualitative and quantitative analysis, and data manipulation and interpretation. A C- grade or better is required in this course in order to take CHM 302. Cannot be taken Pass/Not Pass.
For non-science majors: a single topic of contemporary, historical or theoretical significance. Topics may vary each semester. Variable content course. May be repeated provided topics are different.
Principles of organic chemistry and biochemistry. The laboratory associated with this course is CHM 202. Cannot be counted toward a chemistry major or minor if student passes CHM 342.
Principles of organic chemistry and biochemistry. Emphasis on experiments and lab skills associate with the lecture material in CHM 201. Cannot be counted towards a chemistry major or minor if the student passes CHM 342. Cannot be taken Pass/Not Pass.
Instruction and practice in glass-working techniques needed to make simple apparatus.
Bridging the gap between CHM 170 and CHM 342, including discussion of how general chemistry differs from organic chemistry, study strategies for organic chemistry, and general chemistry topics discussed in terms of their application to organic chemistry.
An introduction to chemical processes occurring in the atmosphere, natural waters and soil. Sources of pollution, effects and remediation strategies are emphasized.
This service component for an existing course incorporates community service with classroom instruction in chemistry to provide an integrative learning experience that addresses the practice of citizenship and promotes an awareness of participation in public affairs. Includes 40 hours of service that benefits an external community organization, agency, or public service provider. Approved service placements and assignments will vary depending on the specific course topic and learning objectives. Students should investigate possible placements, available through the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry and the Citizenship and Service-Learning Office, prior to registration. May be repeated.
Fundamentals of chemical analysis and basic statistics; solution equilibria, fundamentals of spectrophotometric, chromatographic, and electrochemical methods. Laboratory includes both wet chemical and instrumental methods. Representative analyses are performed in laboratory.
Systematic coverage of reactions and properties of organic compounds. A C- grade or better is required in this course in order to take CHM 343 or CHM 345. Cannot be taken Pass/Not Pass.
Continuation of CHM 342. A C- grade or better is required in this course in order to take CHM 445 or CHM 542. Cannot be taken Pass/Not Pass.
Learn and apply experimental techniques used in the microscale organic chemistry laboratory, including synthesis, isolation, and characterization of organic molecules.
Recommended Prerequisite: BIO 121 or BMS 110 and 111. Essentials of biochemistry; chemistry and metabolism of biologically important compounds. CHM 352 and 554 cannot both be applied toward a Chemistry major or minor.
Introduction to modern biochemical techniques including buffer preparation, chromatographic separations and spectrophotometric analysis of biomolecules. CHM 353 and 555 cannot both be applied toward a chemistry major or minor.
Atomic structure, chemical bonding, acid/base and reduction/oxidation concepts, reactivity of inorganic compounds, chemistry of main group elements, fundamentals of coordination theory. A C- grade or better is required in this course in order to take CHM 575. May be taught concurrently with CHM 673. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 375 and CHM 673. Cannot be taken Pass/Not Pass.
Synthesis of inorganic compounds and measurements of physical and chemical properties of selected inorganic compounds.
A combination of supervised work experience in an industrial or governmental laboratory and academic training. Variable content course. May be repeated to a maximum of six hours.
Recommended Prerequisite: take within the first 75 hours. Introduction to oral and written scientific communication, laboratory safety, ethics, scientific literature searching and software, and current trends in chemical research. Does not count toward a chemistry minor. Public Affairs Capstone Experience course.
Individual investigation of a chemical problem under the guidance of a chemistry and biochemistry department faculty member. Students are required to consult with the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry to obtain a research information packet and to discuss research options with chemistry faculty members. A formal written report is required for this course. May be repeated to a maximum of five hours. Public Affairs Capstone Experience course.
Techniques in performing science investigation with application to secondary and middle school science. May be taught concurrently with CHM 635. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 435 and CHM 635.
Learn and apply experimental techniques used in the preparative organic chemistry laboratory, including synthesis, multistep synthesis, isolation, purification, and characterization of organic molecules. Course is intended for chemistry majors.
Recommended Prerequisite: CHM 302. Chemistry of water and soil, water treatment, agricultural chemistry and related topics. May be taught concurrently with CHM 660. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 460 and CHM 660.
Recommended Prerequisite: some advanced coursework in chemistry, geosciences, biology, or related fields. Atmospheric chemistry; pollution issues related to power production and transportation; energy sources and fuels. May be taught concurrently with CHM 661. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 461 and CHM 661.
Techniques and procedures for environmental monitoring to test natural samples. Applications and limitations of wet chemical and instrumental methods such as atomic absorption, gas chromatography, absorption spectrophotometry. May be taught concurrently with CHM 662. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 462 and CHM 662. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 462 and CHM 463.
Techniques and procedures for environmental analysis of natural water samples with an emphasis on wet chemical methods. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 462 and CHM 463. Scheduled as first block class.
Required assessment of undergraduate Comprehensive and Non-comprehensive Chemistry majors, who are required to enroll in this course during their final semester and complete a comprehensive assessment exam, as administered by the department. Graded Pass/Not Pass only.
Writing scientific resumes and cover letters, discussion of chemistry careers, graduate school, job-hunting resources and professional ethics. Outside speakers from chemistry-related employers will be invited. Interaction with the Career Center will be required. Public Affairs Capstone Experience course. May be taught concurrently with CHM 696. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 498 and CHM 696.
Investigation of a research project as a continuation from CHM399 or pursuit of more advanced study under the guidance of a chemistry and biochemistry department faculty member. A formal written report and formal oral presentation of the research conducted are is required for this course. May be repeated to a maximum of five hours. Public Affairs Capstone Experience course.
Recommended Prerequisite: PHY 124 or PHY 204. Applications of instrumental methods for the separation and analysis of materials; included are potentiometry, photometry and chromatography. May be taught concurrently with CHM 602. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 502 and CHM 602.
A laboratory course emphasizing applications of Instrumental methods for the separation and analysis of materials. The course is designed to reflect and supplement the scope of CHM 502. Included are laboratory exercises in potentiometry, spectrophotometry, and chromatography. May be taught concurrently with CHM 603. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 503 and CHM 603.
A one semester introduction to physical chemistry including the following topics: thermodynamics, chemical equilibrium, chemical kinetics, atomic and molecular structure, and spectroscopy. Cannot count toward a Chemistry major or minor if the student passes CHM 506. May be taught concurrently with CHM 604. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 504 and CHM 604.
Experiments in physical chemistry employing principles and techniques reflecting materials presented in CHM 504. May be taught concurrently with CHM 605. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 505 and CHM 605.
Recommended Prerequisite: MTH 302; and PHY 124 or PHY 204. First semester of a two-semester series covering aspects of quantum mechanics, classical and statistical thermodynamics, spectroscopy, kinetic theory of gases, and chemical kinetics. A C- grade or better is required in this course in order to take CHM 507. Cannot be taken Pass/Not Pass. May be taught concurrently with CHM 606. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 506 and CHM 606.
Recommended Prerequisite: CHM 375. Second semester of a two-semester series that builds upon and completes the topics introduced in CHM 506. May be taught concurrently with CHM 607. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 507 and CHM 607.
Experiments in physical chemistry employing principles and techniques reflecting material presented in CHM 506. May be taught concurrently with CHM 608. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 508 and CHM 608.
Experiments in physical chemistry employing principles and techniques reflecting material presented in CHM 507. May be taught concurrently with CHM 609. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 509 and CHM 609.
Morphology and chemical structure, polymer characterization, chemical structure and polymer properties, vinyl and non-vinyl polymers and mechanism of formation. Inorganic and partially inorganic polymers. May be taught concurrently with CHM 614. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 514 and CHM 614.
Advanced discussion of structure, reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry and other topics of theoretical nature in organic chemistry. Polar, free-radical, pericyclic, and organometallic reactions beyond Organic Chemistry I and II will be discussed. May be taught concurrently with CHM 642. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 542 and CHM 642.
Recommended Prerequisite: BIO 121 or BMS 110 and 111. Structure and function of biomolecules: proteins, enzymes, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, lipids and membranes. CHM 352 and 554 cannot both be applied toward a chemistry major or minor. May be taught concurrently with CHM 654. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 554 and CHM 654.
A series of multidimensional biochemical experiments designed to explore the biochemical literature, scientific report writing, and the biochemical techniques used to isolate and study biomolecules. CHM 353 and 555 cannot both be applied toward a chemistry major or minor. May be taught concurrently with CHM 655. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 555 and CHM 655.
Bioenergetics--Metabolism of biomolecules including carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids and nucleotides. Photosynthesis. Nitrogen metabolism. Mechanisms of hormone action. May be taught concurrently with CHM 656. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 556 and CHM 656.
Emphasis on modern techniques in the biochemistry laboratory; enzymology, protein purification and analysis; protein structure determination; isoelectric focusing; HPLC; trace techniques. May be taught concurrently with CHM 657. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 557 and CHM 657.
Theories and techniques of modern inorganic chemistry; correlation of theories with inorganic compounds. May be taught concurrently with CHM 675. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 575 and CHM 675.
Selected topics of a theoretical or applied nature. May be repeated to a maximum of six hours with differing topics. May be taught concurrently with CHM 697. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 597 and CHM 697.
Recommended Prerequisite: PHY 124 or PHY 204. Applications of instrumental methods for the separation and analysis of materials; included are potentiometry, photometry and chromatography. May be taught concurrently with CHM 502. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 502 and CHM 602.
A laboratory course emphasizing applications of instrumental methods for the separation and analysis of materials. The course is designed to reflect and supplement the scope of CHM 602. Included are laboratory exercises in potentiometry, spectrophotometry, and chromatography. May be taught concurrently with CHM 503. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 503 and CHM 603.
A one semester introduction to physical chemistry including the following topics: thermodynamics, chemical equilibrium, chemical kinetics, atomic and molecular structure, and spectroscopy. Cannot count toward the BS or MS degrees in Chemistry. May be taught concurrently with CHM 504. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 504 and CHM 604.
Experiments in physical chemistry employing principles and techniques reflecting materials presented in CHM 604. May be taught concurrently with CHM 505. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 505 and CHM 605.
Recommended Prerequisite: MTH 302; and PHY 124 or PHY 204. First semester of a two-semester series covering aspects of quantum mechanics, classical and statistical thermodynamics, spectroscopy, kinetic theory of gases, and chemical kinetics. A C- grade or better is required in this course in order to take CHM 607. May be taught concurrently with CHM 506. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 506 and CHM 606.
Recommended Prerequisite: CHM 375. Second semester of a two-semester series that builds upon and completes the topics introduced in CHM 606. May be taught concurrently with CHM 507. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 507 and CHM 607.
Experiments in physical chemistry employing principles and techniques reflecting material presented in CHM 506 or 606. May be taught concurrently with CHM 508. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 508 and CHM 608.
Experiments in physical chemistry employing principles and techniques reflecting material presented in CHM 507 or 607. May be taught concurrently with CHM 509. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 509 and CHM 609.
Morphology and chemical structure, polymer characterization, chemical structure and polymer properties, vinyl and non-vinyl polymers and mechanism of formation. Inorganic and partially inorganic polymers. May be taught concurrently with CHM 514. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 514 and CHM 614.
Techniques in performing science investigation with application to secondary and middle school science. May be taught concurrently with CHM 435. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 435 and CHM 635.
Advanced discussion of structure, reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry and other topics of theoretical nature in organic chemistry. Polar, free-radical, pericyclic, and organometallic reactions beyond Organic Chemistry I and II will be discussed. May be taught concurrently with CHM 542. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 542 and CHM 642.
Recommended Prerequisite: BIO 121 or BMS 110 and 111. Structure and function of biomolecules: proteins, enzymes, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, lipids and membranes. May be taught concurrently with CHM 554. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 554 and CHM 654.
A series of multidimensional biochemical experiments designed to explore the biochemical literature, scientific report writing, and the biochemical techniques used to isolate and study biomolecules. May be taught concurrently with CHM 555. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 555 and CHM 655.
Bioenergetics--Metabolism of biomolecules including carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids and nucleotides. Photosynthesis. Nitrogen metabolism. Mechanisms of hormone action. May be taught concurrently with CHM 556. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 556 and CHM 656.
Emphasis on modern techniques in the biochemistry laboratory; enzymology, protein purification and analysis; protein structure determination; isoelectric focusing; HPLC; trace techniques. May be taught concurrently with CHM 557. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 557 and CHM 657.
Recommended Prerequisite: some advanced coursework in chemistry, geosciences, biology, or related fields. Chemistry of water and soil, water treatment, agricultural chemistry, and related topics. May be taught concurrently with CHM 460. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 460 and CHM 660.
Recommended Prerequisite: some advanced coursework in chemistry, geosciences, biology, or related fields. Atmospheric chemistry; pollution issues related to power production and transportation; energy sources and fuels. May be taught concurrently with CHM 461. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 461 and CHM 661.
Techniques and procedures for environmental monitoring to test natural samples. Applications and limitations of wet chemical and instrumental methods such as atomic absorption, gas chromatography, and absorption spectrophotometry. May be taught concurrently with CHM 462. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 462 and CHM 662.
Atomic structure, chemical bonding, acid/base and reduction/oxidation concepts, reactivity of inorganic compounds, chemistry of main group elements, fundamentals of coordination theory. A C- grade or better is required in this course in order to take CHM 675. Cannot count toward the MS degree in Chemistry. May be taught concurrently with CHM 375. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 375 and CHM 673.
Theories and techniques of modern inorganic chemistry; correlation of theories with inorganic compounds. May be taught concurrently with CHM 575. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 575 and CHM 675.
Students will develop a familiarity with campus resources for finding employment and/or further educational training upon graduation. Emphasis will be given to writing scientific resumes and cover letters, familiarization with job-hunting resources and professional ethics, and researching chemistry careers, employers, and graduate schools. Outside speakers from chemistry-related employers and graduate programs will be invited, and interaction with the Career Center will be required. May be taught concurrently with CHM 498. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 498 and CHM 696.
Selected topics of a theoretical or applied nature. May be repeated to a maximum of six hours with differing topics. May be taught concurrently with CHM 597. Cannot receive credit for both CHM 597 and CHM 697.
A series of oral presentations on new developments in chemistry. Presentations to be made by faculty members, students, and guest speakers from industry and academe. One of the requirements of this course is an oral presentation. May be repeated, but not more than two hours may be counted toward the 32-hour requirement for the MS in Chemistry degree.
Attendance at oral presentations on new developments in chemistry. Presentations may include those made by departmental faculty members, departmental graduate students, guest speakers from industry and academe and ACS tour speakers. All graduate students not enrolled in CHM 700 must be enrolled in CHM 701. Graded Pass/Not Pass only.
An advanced topic in analytical chemistry will be addressed via faculty lectures and student projects. Examples of proposed topics include: electroanalytical methods, nanotechnology, forensic chemistry and data acquisition methods. Variable content course. May be repeated to a maximum of six hours with differing topics.
A single topic of current interest in the teaching of chemistry will be considered. May be repeated to a maximum of nine hours with differing topics.
An advanced topic in physical chemistry will be addressed via faculty lectures and student projects. Examples of proposed topics include: chemical kinetics, quantum chemistry, biophysical chemistry, and modern spectroscopic methods. Variable content course. May be repeated to a maximum of six hours with differing topics.
Techniques in performing science investigation with application to secondary and middle school science.
An in-depth study of an advanced topic in organic chemistry, entailing faculty lectures and student projects. Examples of proposed topics include: physical organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, natural products, and spectroscopic characterization. Variable content course. May be repeated to a maximum of six hours with differing topics.
An advanced topic in biochemistry will be addressed via faculty lectures and student projects. Examples of proposed topics include: carbohydrates, the cell surface, and physical biochemistry. Variable content course. May be repeated to a maximum of six hours with differing topics.
An advanced topic in environmental chemistry will be addressed via faculty lectures and student projects. Examples of proposed topics include: Sampling methods, standardized testing, nanoparticles in the environment, and the impact of discarded emerging materials. Variable content course. May be repeated to a maximum of six hours with differing topics.
Fundamental concepts of chemical kinetics and dynamics, from both macroscopic and molecular level perspectives. An emphasis will be placed on the interpretation of gas, liquid, surface and catalyst reaction kinetics and mechanisms.
Quantum mechanics; atomic and molecular structure; computational procedures. Independent study project required.
An in-depth examination of a special topic in the area of inorganic chemistry, including faculty lectures and student projects. Examples of proposed topics include: organometallic chemistry, bioinorganic chemistry, solid-state materials, and crystal structure analysis. Variable content course. May be repeated to a maximum of six hours with differing topics.
Detailed treatment of various advanced topics in chemistry. Variable content course. May be repeated with differing topics.
Orientation to graduate study in chemistry, including laboratory safety, research awareness, scientific dissemination, and design of a research project.
Written research paper on a selected topic to be read and evaluated by an advisory committee and presented orally before a public audience. Exclusively satisfies requirements for non-thesis option.
Extensive paper on a selected topic to be read and evaluated by a faculty committee. Exclusively used to satisfy requirements for non-thesis option. Graded Pass/Not Pass only.
Completion of an internship project (80 hours/credit hour) at a discipline-related business, nonprofit organization, or government agency, approved and supervised by both the departmental and internship advisors. Includes a formal report in the appropriate professional format, and an oral presentation at an approved venue. Graded Pass/Not Pass only. No more than 6 hours may count toward a master's degree.
Supervised research in special chemistry areas. May be repeated, but not more than six hours may be counted toward the 32-hour requirement for the MS degree.
Independent research and study connected with preparation of thesis. Not more than 6 hours of CHM 799 may be counted toward the 32-hour requirement for the MS degree.