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CHM 101. BASIC CONCEPTS IN CHEMISTRY 3 sh
The course is designed to meet the math/science General Studies requirement for nonscience majors. The material covered includes atomic structure, chemical changes, descriptive chemistry of selected elements, introduction to organic chemistry and how chemistry applies to consumer products and the environment. No credit given to students with prior credit for CHM 111. No credit for major/minor. Corequisite: CHM 102. Offered fall and spring.
CHM 102. BASIC CONCEPTS IN CHEMISTRY LABORATORY 1 sh
Laboratory exercises are based upon selected foundational concepts covered in CHM 101. No credit for students with prior credit for CHM 113. No credit for major/minor. Corequisite: CHM 101. Offered fall and spring.
CHM 111. GENERAL CHEMISTRY I 4 sh
This course introduces fundamental principles of chemistry with special emphasis on developing skills in quantitative reasoning. Topics include stoichiometry, nomenclature, gases, atomic structure and periodicity, theories of chemical binding and thermochemistry. Prerequisite: High school chemistry. Corequisite: CHML 111, laboratory component. Offered fall and spring.
CHM 112. GENERAL CHEMISTRY II 4 sh
The study of fundamental chemical principles continues with chemical kinetics, liquid/solid states, chemical equilibrium (gas phase and acid/base), thermodynamics and electrochemistry. Prerequisites: CHM 111 and CHML 111. Corequisite: CHML 112, laboratory component. Offered spring.
CHM 211. ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I 4 sh
This course introduces students to the chemistry of carbon compounds, including nomenclature, the influence of structure on physical/chemical properties, reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry, conformational analysis, synthesis and characteristic reactions of different organic compounds. Prerequisites: CHM 112/CHML 112. Corequisite: CHML 211, laboratory component. Offered fall.
CHM 212. ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II 4 sh
Continuing the study of organic chemistry, this course emphasizes compounds containing oxygen or nitrogen and culminates with a survey of lipids, carbohydrates and proteins. Prerequisites: CHM 211/CHML 211. Corequisite: CHML 212, laboratory component. Offered spring.
CHM 305. ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY 4 sh
This course provides a survey of chemical topics applying to selected pollutants in the air, water and soil. Topics include production and diffusion, photochemical processes, techniques for analysis, acid-base and redox chemistry, environmental and biological effects.Laboratory work includes acid/base and buffer chemistry, analysis of heavy metal pollutants sampling techniques and resistance of selected materials to certain pollutants. No credit toward B.S. degree. Prerequisites: CHM 211 and CHML 211; C- or better in CHM 112; Corequisite: CHML 305, laboratory component. Offered spring of alternate years.
CHM 311. QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS 4 sh
This course introduces chemical methods of quantitative analysis, including classical, volumetric and selected instrumental methods, a discussion of error and uncertainty in measurements, and elementary statistics. Discussion also covers the underlying physical and
chemical theories and laws with emphasis on chemical equilibrium. Prerequisite: C- or better in CHM 112. Corequisite: CHML 311, laboratory component. Offered fall.
CHM 321. INSTRUMENTAL ANALYSIS 4 sh
This course offers theory and practice of instrumental methods, with emphasis placed on spectroscopic (UV/VIS, IR, NMR, AA) and mass spectrometric methods of analysis. Prerequisites: CHM 211, 212, 311. Corequisite: CHML 321, laboratory component. Offered spring.
CHM 332. PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY I 4 sh
The mathematical development of the physical principles in chemistry is explored. Topics include development and application of the laws of thermodynamics, equations of states, kinetic molecular theory, elementary electrochemistry and equilibria. Laboratory experiments are designed to complement lectures and include studies of phase relationships, calorimetry and gas laws. Three hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. Prerequisites: MTH 121, PHY 112 or 114; C- or better in CHM 112. Corequisite: CHML 332, laboratory component. Offered fall.
CHM 334. PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY II 4 sh
The principles of quantum mechanics are developed and illustrated by use of simple systems. Spectroscopic techniques are investigated as tools for probing structure and properties of molecules. Other topics include kinetics and group theory. Laboratory experiments are designed to complement lectures and include multiple techniques to investigate reaction kinetics, laser spectroscopy, UV-VIS spectroscopy and computational techniques. Three hours of lecture, three laboratory hours per week. Prerequisites: CHM 332, MTH 221, PHY 114. Corequisite: CHML 334, laboratory component. Offered spring.
CHM 341. INORGANIC CHEMISTRY 4 sh
This course will begin with nuclear chemistry, atomic structure, simple bond theory, solid state chemistry, the periodic relationships of the elements. It will then provide an in-depth introduction into symmetry and group theory with applications to the description of chemical bonding in molecular orbital theory. Acid-base and donor-acceptor chemistry and the descriptive chemistry of the main group elements will be followed by a survey of organometallic chemistry. The application of physical methods of structure determination of inorganic compounds by magnetic and spectral techniques including magnetic susceptibility, UV/VIS and IR spectroscopies and NMR spectrometry will be presented throughout the course. Prerequisite: C- or better in CHM 212. Corequisite: CHML 341, laboratory component. Offered fall.
CHM 351. BIOCHEMISTRY I 4 sh
This is a survey of biochemistry as it relates to the physiology of organisms. Topics include biochemical methodology, buffers, proteins (structure, function and synthesis), enzymes, bioenergetics, anabolism and catabolism of carbohydrates and lipids, and metabolic regulation.
Prerequisites: C- or better in CHM 212. Corequisite: CHML 351, laboratory component. Offered fall.
CHM 353. ADVANCED BIOCHEMISTRY 4 sh
Topics chosen to complement CHM 351 include a detailed study of primary and intermediary metabolism: syntheses and degradation of lipids, amino acids and nucleotides; metabolic coordination; signal transduction; molecular motors; and the role of cyctochrome c. The use of selected case studies from medical schools will be integrated into the study of metabolism. The course will also include a student-led discussion of selected articles from the primary literature in biochemistry. Prerequisite: CHM 351. Corequisite: CHML 353, laboratory component. Offered spring.
CHM 471-479. SPECIAL TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY 2-4 sh
Advanced topics offered to meet the needs and interests of students include methods in forensic and medicinal chemistry, nuclear chemistry, nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometry, advanced organic or polymer chemistry. Prerequisite: CHM 212 or permission of chair.
CHM 481. INTERNSHIP 1-4 sh
Students gain advanced-level work experience in a chemical field. Internships are offered on an individual basis when suitable opportunities can be arranged. Prerequisite: permission of department.
CHM 491. INDEPENDENT STUDIES 1-4 sh
CHM 494. SENIOR SEMINAR IN CHEMISTRY 3 sh
This capstone course will combine examination of an advanced special topic that draws from several sub-disciplines in chemistry with an intensive student seminar presentation based on recent literature. Possible topics include physical organic, bioanyalytical, advanced
environmental and organometallic chemistry. Prerequisites: Senior standing and CHM 332. Offered spring.
CHM 495. SENIOR SEMINAR IN BIOCHEMISTRY 3 sh
This capstone course for senior biochemistry majors includes (1) analyzing and understanding advanced biochemical topics using current literature as the major source of information, (2) developing and writing a novel scientific research proposal, and (3) presenting information through both informal in-class discussions of journal articles and a more formal oral seminar presentation. Prerequisites: CHM 351, 352 (required). Offered spring.
CHM 499. RESEARCH 1-3 sh
In collaboration with a chemistry faculty member, students undertake experimental or theoretical investigations. Prerequisite: Approval of department chair. Offered fall, winter and spring.