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Chemistry
Chemistry, CHEM = 0118
1220. Physical Science. 4 hours. (3;3) Principles and applications of atomic physics, chemistry, geology and astronomy. Prerequisite(s): proficiency in algebra. May not be used to satisfy arts and sciences core requirements in laboratory science. (Same as PHYS 1220.)
1310-1320. Essentials of Chemistry. 4 hours each. (3;2;1*) Chemistry for non-arts and sciences majors; problems of environment and consumer. *This hour is a problem-solving session. May not be used to satisfy arts and sciences core requirements in laboratory science, or toward a major or minor in chemistry.
1410-1420. General Chemistry. 3 hours each. (3;0;1*) *This hour is a problem-solving session.
- 1410 (1311/1411). Fundamental concepts, states of matter, periodic table, structure and bonding, stoichiometry, oxidation and reduction, solutions, and compounds of representative elements. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1100 or equivalent.
- 1420 (1312/1412). Thermodynamics, reaction rates, equilibrium, electrochemistry, organic chemistry, polymers, radioactivity and nuclear reactions. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1410 or 1413.
1412-1422. General Chemistry for the Classic Learning Core. 3 hours each. (3;0;1*) *This hour is a discussion session.
- 1412. Nature of chemistry, states of matter, periodic table, structure and bonding, stoichiometry, oxidation and reduction, solutions, compounds of representative elements, historical context, practical consequences. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1100 or equivalent, admission to CLC Honors program.
- 1422. Thermodynamics, reaction rates, equilibrium, electrochemistry, organic chemistry, polymers, radioactivity and nuclear reactions, historical context, practical consequences. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1412 (or CHEM 1410 or 1413 with grade B or better and permission of the department), MATH 1100 or equivalent, admission to CLC Honors program.
1413-1423. Honors General Chemistry. 3 hours each (3;0;1*). *This hour is a problem-solving session.
1430-1440. Laboratory Sequence for General Chemistry. 1 hour each. (1;3) Should be taken concurrently with CHEM 1410 or 1413 and 1420 or 1423.
2370-2380. Organic Chemistry. 3 hours each.
2900-2910. Introduction to Chemical Research. 1-3 hours. Individualized laboratory instruction. Students may begin training on laboratory research techniques. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1430 (may be taken concurrently) and consent of instructor. For elective credit only; may not be substituted for required chemistry courses.
3210-3220. Organic Chemistry Laboratory. 1 hour each. (1;3) Should be taken concurrently with CHEM 2370 and 2380.
3230-3240. Physical Chemistry Laboratory Sequence. 1 hour each. (1;3) Should be taken concurrently with CHEM 3510 and 3520.
- 3230. Physical Measurements. Computer programming, treatment of experimental data, calorimetry, gases, vacuum line techniques, phase equilibria and viscometry. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3510 (may be taken concurrently).
- 3240. Advanced Physical Measurements. Electrochemistry, magnetic resonance, spectrophotometry, experimental chemical kinetics, polarimetry, experimental studies of macromolecules, and photochemistry. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3230.
3450. Quantitative Analysis. 4 hours. (3;4) Statistical treatment of data; sampling and transfer techniques; selected gravimetric and volumetric methods; introductory instrumental analysis. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1440.
3510-3520. Physical Chemistry. 3 hours each. (3;0;1*) *This hour is a problem-solving session.
3530. Physical Chemistry for Life Science. 4 hours. Fundamental principles of physical chemistry applied to biological systems; thermodynamics, equilibrium and bioenergetics, ionic equilibria, Ph, buffers, ionic strength, and electrical properties of amino acids and proteins; kinetics, enzyme catalysis and inhibition; physical properties of biological macromolecules and transport properties in living systems. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1420 or 1423 and MATH 1100 or its equivalent. For life science majors and preprofessional students with no calculus. May not be counted by chemistry majors.
3600. Organic Chemistry. 4 hours. (3;3) Survey of organic chemistry; types of chemical bonding, functional groups, synthesis and reactions; aliphatic, aromatic and heterocyclic compounds; carbohydrates, lipids and proteins. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1420 or 1423. For medical technology, merchandising and hospitality management and secondary education students.
3610. Quantitative Techniques. 4 hours. (3;3) Survey of modern methods used in analytical chemistry; statistical treatment of data; gravimetric and titrimetric methods; spectrophotometric, chromatographic, potentiometric and radioisotope techniques. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1420 or 1423. For medical technology, merchandising and hospitality management and secondary education students.
4530. Materials Chemistry. 3 hours. Application of chemical principles to understanding the general behavior of materials. Course will include semiconductors, metals, catalysts and "nano-designed" materials (e.g. quantum wells). Prerequisite(s): concurrent enrollment in CHEM 3520 or equivalent, or consent of department. May not be repeated at the graduate level as CHEM 5530.
4610. Advanced Inorganic Chemistry. 3 hours. Electronic structure of atoms and molecules; structure and thermodynamic properties of binary compounds; inorganic nomenclature; introductory survey of bonding, stereochemistry and reactivity of inorganic and organometallic complexes. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3520.
4620. Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory. 1 hour. (1;3) Inorganic and organometallic preparations; spectroscopic identification of diamagnetic and paramagnetic compounds; basic glassblowing; introduction to library resources. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 4610.
4630. Instrumental Analysis. 4 hours. (3;4) Identification and analysis of compounds through absorption spectroscopy in ultraviolet, visible and infrared regions, nuclear and electron spin resonance, mass spectrometry, chromatography, polarography and other advanced instrumental techniques. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3450; 3520 (may be taken concurrently).
4900-4910. Special Problems. 1-3 hours each. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3220 or equivalent, and consent of directing professor. May be repeated for credit, not to exceed 3 hours each.
4920. Cooperative Education in Chemistry. 1-3 hours. Supervised work in a job directly related to the student's major, professional field of study or career objective. Prerequisite(s): 12 semester hours of credit in chemistry; student must meet employer's requirements and have consent of the department chair. May be repeated for credit.
4940. Chemistry Seminar. 1 hour. Colloquia covering current topics in chemistry. Prerequisite(s): chemistry major with senior standing. May be repeated for credit. May not be used to meet degree requirements for chemistry major or minor. Pass/no pass only.
4960-4970. Science Institute (Chemistry). 1-6 hours each. For students accepted by the university in special institute courses. May be repeated for credit, not to exceed 6 hours in each course.
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