Chemistry Curriculum
Program Requirements
+ Major Requirements (B.A. Degree)
| 44 credits, including: | ||
| CHM105 | General Chemistry
This class covers the same material as Chemistry 107 below, but is specifically structured for students who have had little or no previous chemistry experience, or who need extra help with algebraic problem solving. Three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation per week. Co-requisite: CHM 109 | 3 |
| CHM107 | Chemistry I
This class begins with a study of atomic structure, then expands to cover chemical naming, patterns of reactivity, thermochemistry, the interaction of light and matter, atomic orbitals, ionic and covalent bonding, and molecular shapes. This class concludes with an introduction to organic chemistry and biochemistry. Three hours of lecture per week. Co-requisite: CHM 109 | 3 |
| CHM108 | Chemistry II
The second semester of general chemistry continues exploring the structure, properties, and bonding of atoms and molecules, with emphasis on the physical characteristics of gases, liquids, solids and solutions, chemical equilibria, thermodynamics, and kinetics. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 105 or 107; Corequisite: CHM 110. | 3 |
| CHM109 | Chemistry I Laboratory
Introduction to the basic experimental procedures and laboratory techniques in chemistry. Experiments are correlated with the lectures in Chemistry 105 and Chemistry 107. Three hours of laboratory per week. Corequisite: CHM 105 or 107. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 1 |
| CHM110 | Chemistry II Laboratory
Continued introduction to the basic experimental procedures and laboratory techniques in chemistry. Experiments are correlated with lectures in Chemistry 108. Three hours of laboratory per week. Corequisite: CHM 108. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 1 |
| CHM205 | Organic Chemistry I
Development of the structural theory of organic compounds. Relationship of structure to reactivity, stereochemistry, types of organic reactive intermediates, and the chemistry of alkanes, alkenes, and aromatic compounds are covered. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 108 and 110; Co-requisite: CHM 215. | 3 |
| CHM206 | Organic Chemistry II
Discussion of organic functional groups and their chemistry. Spectroscopy, mechanisms, and synthetic type-reactions are included. A discussion of biologically important compounds is covered during the last third of the term. Prerequisite(s): CHM 205 and 215 | 3 |
| CHM209 | Inorganic Chemistry
A descriptive survey of inorganic chemistry, including bonding theories, coordination compounds, electrochemistry, inorganic syntheses, and the chemistry of the transition metals. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 108 | 3 |
| CHM215 | Elementary Organic Laboratory
Basic manipulative skills, including introduction to several chromatographic techniques, are followed by chemistry of alkenes and aromatic compounds. Four hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 205. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 2 |
| CHM216 | Organic Chemistry Laboratory
Chemistry of organic functional groups. Identification of unknowns and a multistep synthesis. Four hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 215; Co-requisite: CHM 206. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 2 |
| CHM498 | Tutorial: Chemistry | 4 |
| CHM499 | Tutorial: Chemistry | 4 |
| IND350 | Scientific Research Methods
This course serves as an introduction to research literature and research methodology in the sciences. Students prepare a research proposal including literature review, experimental design and methods, budget, timetable, and bibliography. Other topics include professional presentation techniques and research ethics. The student's major department must approve proposals prior to the Tutorial. Prerequisite(s): Junior status and completion of at least two courses at the 200-level or above in the major, or permission of the instructor. | 2 |
| MTH151 | Calculus I
This is the first course in the calculus sequence. Topics include differential and integral calculus for algebraic and trigonometirc functions with applications. Four hours of class per week. Prerequisite(s): MTH 105 and 106, or MTH 108, or equivalent. | 4 |
| 9 additional credits in chemistry at the 200-level or above. | ||
+ Major Requirements (B.S. Degree)
| 72 credits including: | ||
| CHM105 | General Chemistry
This class covers the same material as Chemistry 107 below, but is specifically structured for students who have had little or no previous chemistry experience, or who need extra help with algebraic problem solving. Three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation per week. Co-requisite: CHM 109 | 3 |
| CHM107 | Chemistry I
This class begins with a study of atomic structure, then expands to cover chemical naming, patterns of reactivity, thermochemistry, the interaction of light and matter, atomic orbitals, ionic and covalent bonding, and molecular shapes. This class concludes with an introduction to organic chemistry and biochemistry. Three hours of lecture per week. Co-requisite: CHM 109 | 3 |
| CHM108 | Chemistry II
The second semester of general chemistry continues exploring the structure, properties, and bonding of atoms and molecules, with emphasis on the physical characteristics of gases, liquids, solids and solutions, chemical equilibria, thermodynamics, and kinetics. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 105 or 107; Corequisite: CHM 110. | 3 |
| CHM109 | Chemistry I Laboratory
Introduction to the basic experimental procedures and laboratory techniques in chemistry. Experiments are correlated with the lectures in Chemistry 105 and Chemistry 107. Three hours of laboratory per week. Corequisite: CHM 105 or 107. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 1 |
| CHM110 | Chemistry II Laboratory
Continued introduction to the basic experimental procedures and laboratory techniques in chemistry. Experiments are correlated with lectures in Chemistry 108. Three hours of laboratory per week. Corequisite: CHM 108. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 1 |
| CHM205 | Organic Chemistry I
Development of the structural theory of organic compounds. Relationship of structure to reactivity, stereochemistry, types of organic reactive intermediates, and the chemistry of alkanes, alkenes, and aromatic compounds are covered. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 108 and 110; Co-requisite: CHM 215. | 3 |
| CHM206 | Organic Chemistry II
Discussion of organic functional groups and their chemistry. Spectroscopy, mechanisms, and synthetic type-reactions are included. A discussion of biologically important compounds is covered during the last third of the term. Prerequisite(s): CHM 205 and 215 | 3 |
| CHM209 | Inorganic Chemistry
A descriptive survey of inorganic chemistry, including bonding theories, coordination compounds, electrochemistry, inorganic syntheses, and the chemistry of the transition metals. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 108 | 3 |
| CHM215 | Elementary Organic Laboratory
Basic manipulative skills, including introduction to several chromatographic techniques, are followed by chemistry of alkenes and aromatic compounds. Four hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 205. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 2 |
| CHM216 | Organic Chemistry Laboratory
Chemistry of organic functional groups. Identification of unknowns and a multistep synthesis. Four hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 215; Co-requisite: CHM 206. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 2 |
| CHM311 | Physical Chemistry I
Thermodynamic descriptions of chemical systems, emphasizing gases and solutions. Phase transitions and phase equilibria, chemical equilibria, kinetics, and electrochemistry. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 205 and 215; MTH 152; and PHY 252. | 3 |
| CHM312 | Physical Chemistry II
Quantum mechanics, spectroscopy, introduction to symmetry, and introduction to statistical mechanics. Four hour lectures per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 311 | 4 |
| CHM317 | Integrated Chemistry Laboratory
Experiments are selected to illustrate important principles of advanced experimental chemistry and familiarize students with important experimental methods. The course is intended to encourage students to think critically about the reliability of their experimental results in the light of their previous chemistry experience. Five hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 216 Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 2 |
| CHM318 | Chemical Analysis Laboratory
This laboratory teaches the proper design, implementation and analysis of modern techniques in instrumental chemistry, encompassing spectroscopy, electrochemistry, and separation science. In addition, several inorganic compounds are synthesized and characterized. Student-originated research projects are used extensively throughout this course. Seven hours of laboratory per week. Cross-listed as BIO418 Prerequisite(s): CHM 216. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 3 |
| CHM322 | Topics in Analytical Chemistry
This course explores the fundamental chemical principles underlying modern chemical instrumentation. Students learn the advantages and limitations of these instruments, how to select the proper instrumental configuration for a specific experiment, and how to evaluate emerging chemical technologies. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 215; Co-requisite: CHM 318 | 3 |
| CHM338 | Biochemistry I
This course covers the structure and functions of proteins, polynucleic acids, and biological membranes. Enzymes and kinetics are taught. Metabolic pathways, with emphasis on the thermodynamics of the equilibria and the storage and usage of energy, are covered. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 206 or permission of the instructor. | 3 |
| CHM340 | Macromolecule Laboratory
An advanced laboratory course for junior and senior science majors who wish to gain theoretical and practical experience with the techniques and equipment commonly used in the fields of cellular biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry. Topics include PCR, electrophoresis, enzyme kinetics, aseptic cell and tissue culture, cell surafce receptors, and molecular modeling. Five-hour laboratory with one-hour pre-lab lecture each week. Cross-listed as BIO 440. Prerequisite(s): BIO431 or CHM 338; or permission of the instructor. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 2 |
| CHM498 | Tutorial: Chemistry | 4 |
| CHM499 | Tutorial: Chemistry | 4 |
| IND350 | Scientific Research Methods
This course serves as an introduction to research literature and research methodology in the sciences. Students prepare a research proposal including literature review, experimental design and methods, budget, timetable, and bibliography. Other topics include professional presentation techniques and research ethics. The student's major department must approve proposals prior to the Tutorial. Prerequisite(s): Junior status and completion of at least two courses at the 200-level or above in the major, or permission of the instructor. | 2 |
| MTH151 | Calculus I
This is the first course in the calculus sequence. Topics include differential and integral calculus for algebraic and trigonometirc functions with applications. Four hours of class per week. Prerequisite(s): MTH 105 and 106, or MTH 108, or equivalent. | 4 |
| MTH152 | Calculus II
This is the second course in the calculus sequence. Topics include differential and integral calculus for the transcendental functions, advanced methods of integration, and infinite sequences and series. Prerequisite(s): MTH 151 | 4 |
| PHY251 | Principles of Physics I
Introduction to the concepts, laws, and structure of physics. This is the first course in a calculus-based sequence that focuses on classical mechanics. Topics include vector analysis, kinematics, Newton’s laws, work, conservation of energy and momentum, collisions, gravity, harmonic motion, and wave phenomena. Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite: MTH 151. | 4 |
| PHY252 | Principles of Physics II
Introduction to the concepts, laws, and structure of physics. The second course in a calculus-based physics sequence. Topics include thermodynamics, fluids, electricity, circuit analysis, magnetism, Maxwell’s equations, properties of light, and optics. Four hours of class per week. | 4 |
| PHY255 | Physics Laboratory I
Experimental techniques of classical mechanical physics. Three hours of laboratory per week. | 1 |
| PHY256 | Physics Laboratory II
Experimental techniques of classical physics with applications to electricity, magnetism, sound, and optics. Three hours per week. | 1 |
| 3 credits in chemistry at the 400-level | ||
+ Interdisciplinary Major Requirements
| 13 courses, including: | ||
| CHM105 | General Chemistry
This class covers the same material as Chemistry 107 below, but is specifically structured for students who have had little or no previous chemistry experience, or who need extra help with algebraic problem solving. Three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation per week. Co-requisite: CHM 109 | 3 |
| CHM107 | Chemistry I
This class begins with a study of atomic structure, then expands to cover chemical naming, patterns of reactivity, thermochemistry, the interaction of light and matter, atomic orbitals, ionic and covalent bonding, and molecular shapes. This class concludes with an introduction to organic chemistry and biochemistry. Three hours of lecture per week. Co-requisite: CHM 109 | 3 |
| CHM108 | Chemistry II
The second semester of general chemistry continues exploring the structure, properties, and bonding of atoms and molecules, with emphasis on the physical characteristics of gases, liquids, solids and solutions, chemical equilibria, thermodynamics, and kinetics. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 105 or 107; Corequisite: CHM 110. | 3 |
| CHM109 | Chemistry I Laboratory
Introduction to the basic experimental procedures and laboratory techniques in chemistry. Experiments are correlated with the lectures in Chemistry 105 and Chemistry 107. Three hours of laboratory per week. Corequisite: CHM 105 or 107. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 1 |
| CHM110 | Chemistry II Laboratory
Continued introduction to the basic experimental procedures and laboratory techniques in chemistry. Experiments are correlated with lectures in Chemistry 108. Three hours of laboratory per week. Corequisite: CHM 108. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 1 |
| CHM205 | Organic Chemistry I
Development of the structural theory of organic compounds. Relationship of structure to reactivity, stereochemistry, types of organic reactive intermediates, and the chemistry of alkanes, alkenes, and aromatic compounds are covered. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 108 and 110; Co-requisite: CHM 215. | 3 |
| CHM206 | Organic Chemistry II
Discussion of organic functional groups and their chemistry. Spectroscopy, mechanisms, and synthetic type-reactions are included. A discussion of biologically important compounds is covered during the last third of the term. Prerequisite(s): CHM 205 and 215 | 3 |
| CHM209 | Inorganic Chemistry
A descriptive survey of inorganic chemistry, including bonding theories, coordination compounds, electrochemistry, inorganic syntheses, and the chemistry of the transition metals. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 108 | 3 |
| CHM215 | Elementary Organic Laboratory
Basic manipulative skills, including introduction to several chromatographic techniques, are followed by chemistry of alkenes and aromatic compounds. Four hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 205. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 2 |
| CHM216 | Organic Chemistry Laboratory
Chemistry of organic functional groups. Identification of unknowns and a multistep synthesis. Four hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 215; Co-requisite: CHM 206. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 2 |
| CHM311 | Physical Chemistry I
Thermodynamic descriptions of chemical systems, emphasizing gases and solutions. Phase transitions and phase equilibria, chemical equilibria, kinetics, and electrochemistry. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 205 and 215; MTH 152; and PHY 252. | 3 |
| CHM317 | Integrated Chemistry Laboratory
Experiments are selected to illustrate important principles of advanced experimental chemistry and familiarize students with important experimental methods. The course is intended to encourage students to think critically about the reliability of their experimental results in the light of their previous chemistry experience. Five hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 216 Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 2 |
| CHM318 | Chemical Analysis Laboratory
This laboratory teaches the proper design, implementation and analysis of modern techniques in instrumental chemistry, encompassing spectroscopy, electrochemistry, and separation science. In addition, several inorganic compounds are synthesized and characterized. Student-originated research projects are used extensively throughout this course. Seven hours of laboratory per week. Cross-listed as BIO418 Prerequisite(s): CHM 216. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 3 |
| CHM340 | Macromolecule Laboratory
An advanced laboratory course for junior and senior science majors who wish to gain theoretical and practical experience with the techniques and equipment commonly used in the fields of cellular biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry. Topics include PCR, electrophoresis, enzyme kinetics, aseptic cell and tissue culture, cell surafce receptors, and molecular modeling. Five-hour laboratory with one-hour pre-lab lecture each week. Cross-listed as BIO 440. Prerequisite(s): BIO431 or CHM 338; or permission of the instructor. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 2 |
| 1 course selected from CHM312, CHM322, CH338, or any 400-level chemistry course. Students may take their tutorial in either chemistry or the cooperating program. | ||
+ Minor Requirements
| 26 credits including: | ||
| CHM105 | General Chemistry
This class covers the same material as Chemistry 107 below, but is specifically structured for students who have had little or no previous chemistry experience, or who need extra help with algebraic problem solving. Three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation per week. Co-requisite: CHM 109 | 3 |
| CHM107 | Chemistry I
This class begins with a study of atomic structure, then expands to cover chemical naming, patterns of reactivity, thermochemistry, the interaction of light and matter, atomic orbitals, ionic and covalent bonding, and molecular shapes. This class concludes with an introduction to organic chemistry and biochemistry. Three hours of lecture per week. Co-requisite: CHM 109 | 3 |
| CHM108 | Chemistry II
The second semester of general chemistry continues exploring the structure, properties, and bonding of atoms and molecules, with emphasis on the physical characteristics of gases, liquids, solids and solutions, chemical equilibria, thermodynamics, and kinetics. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 105 or 107; Corequisite: CHM 110. | 3 |
| CHM109 | Chemistry I Laboratory
Introduction to the basic experimental procedures and laboratory techniques in chemistry. Experiments are correlated with the lectures in Chemistry 105 and Chemistry 107. Three hours of laboratory per week. Corequisite: CHM 105 or 107. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 1 |
| CHM110 | Chemistry II Laboratory
Continued introduction to the basic experimental procedures and laboratory techniques in chemistry. Experiments are correlated with lectures in Chemistry 108. Three hours of laboratory per week. Corequisite: CHM 108. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 1 |
| CHM205 | Organic Chemistry I
Development of the structural theory of organic compounds. Relationship of structure to reactivity, stereochemistry, types of organic reactive intermediates, and the chemistry of alkanes, alkenes, and aromatic compounds are covered. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 108 and 110; Co-requisite: CHM 215. | 3 |
| CHM206 | Organic Chemistry II
Discussion of organic functional groups and their chemistry. Spectroscopy, mechanisms, and synthetic type-reactions are included. A discussion of biologically important compounds is covered during the last third of the term. Prerequisite(s): CHM 205 and 215 | 3 |
| CHM209 | Inorganic Chemistry
A descriptive survey of inorganic chemistry, including bonding theories, coordination compounds, electrochemistry, inorganic syntheses, and the chemistry of the transition metals. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 108 | 3 |
| CHM215 | Elementary Organic Laboratory
Basic manipulative skills, including introduction to several chromatographic techniques, are followed by chemistry of alkenes and aromatic compounds. Four hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 205. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 2 |
| CHM216 | Organic Chemistry Laboratory
Chemistry of organic functional groups. Identification of unknowns and a multistep synthesis. Four hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 215; Co-requisite: CHM 206. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 2 |
| CHM311 | Physical Chemistry I
Thermodynamic descriptions of chemical systems, emphasizing gases and solutions. Phase transitions and phase equilibria, chemical equilibria, kinetics, and electrochemistry. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 205 and 215; MTH 152; and PHY 252. | 3 |
| CHM338 | Biochemistry I
This course covers the structure and functions of proteins, polynucleic acids, and biological membranes. Enzymes and kinetics are taught. Metabolic pathways, with emphasis on the thermodynamics of the equilibria and the storage and usage of energy, are covered. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 206 or permission of the instructor. | 3 |
| CHM317 | Integrated Chemistry Laboratory
Experiments are selected to illustrate important principles of advanced experimental chemistry and familiarize students with important experimental methods. The course is intended to encourage students to think critically about the reliability of their experimental results in the light of their previous chemistry experience. Five hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite(s): CHM 216 Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 2 |
| CHM340 | Macromolecule Laboratory
An advanced laboratory course for junior and senior science majors who wish to gain theoretical and practical experience with the techniques and equipment commonly used in the fields of cellular biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry. Topics include PCR, electrophoresis, enzyme kinetics, aseptic cell and tissue culture, cell surafce receptors, and molecular modeling. Five-hour laboratory with one-hour pre-lab lecture each week. Cross-listed as BIO 440. Prerequisite(s): BIO431 or CHM 338; or permission of the instructor. Additional Fee(s): Laboratory fee. | 2 |
