Chemistry
CHE110 Chemistry in Perspective - 3 credits
Chemistry principles will be developed on a "need to know basis" within the context of selected societal problems. Class format will encourage students to contribute knowledge from non-scientific fields to expand the base of applicability. This course is especially designed for the non-science major and may not be used for credit in any of the science majors or minors. Three lectures and one two-hour laboratory period per week.
CHE115 General Chemistry I - 4 credits
Systematic introduction to the conceptual and symbolic aspects of chemistry. Critical and quantitative thought as applied to the topics of measurement, formula and equation writing, stoichiometry, atomic structure and periodicity, bonding and molecular geometry, gases, phases and phase changes. Brief introduction to Organic Chemistry. Three lectures and one two-hour laboratory period per week. (Prerequisites: High School chemistry and one year of algebra or consent of instructor)
CHE116 General Chemistry II - 4 credits
Continuation of General Chemistry 1. Solutions and Colligative Properties, Equilibrium, Thermodynamics, Qualitative Analysis, Kinetics, Reduction, Oxidation, Nuclear Chemistry. Three lectures and one two-hour laboratory period per week. (Prerequisite: CHE115)
CHE141 Household Chemistry - 3 credits
A general education course emphasizing applications of chemistry to daily living. Topics range from "baking to medications," from "cleaning to cosmetics" and from "secrets under the sink" to "close encounters with clothing." Hands-on lab activities supplement the topics. (Prerequisites: A high school chemistry course and access to a kitchen and basic utensils)
CHE221 Organic Chemistry I - 5 credits
This course is an introductory study of organic compounds using a functional group approach and stressing basic principles. Topics covered include the covalence of carbon, isomerism, stereoisomerism and the structure, properties, nomenclature and reactions of the common functional groups. The determination of molecular structure is introduced. (Prerequisite: CHE116)
CHE222 Organic Chemistry II - 5 credits
This course is a continuation of Organic Chemistry I. Topics covered include additional functional group chemistry, reaction mechanisms, heterocylic compounds, proteins, lipids and synthetic macromolecules. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period per week. (Prerequisite: CHE221)
CHE230 Environmental Chemistry - 3 credits
This course considers the chemistry of earth's natural environment: air, water, and soil. Systems will be examined to contrast their natural chemistries with potential environmental pollution effects. Three lectures per week and several field trips are taken to various laboratories. (Prerequisite: CHE116)
CHE326 Analytical Chemistry I - 5 credits
Introduction to the wet and instrumental chemistry techniques of analytical chemistry. Emphasis on Gravimetric and Volumetric Analysis, Statistical Evaluation of Data and Quality Assurance. Three lectures (150 minutes) and one four-hour laboratory period per week. (Prerequisite: CHE116)
CHE327 Analytical Chemistry II - 4 credits
Introduction to instrumental analysis. Redox, Electrolytic Methods, Chromatography, Spectroscopy. Two lectures and four hours of laboratory per week. (Prerequisite: CHE326)
CHE328 Introduction to Biochemistry - 5 credits
Molecular determinants of structure and function of biomolecules. Biological processes at the molecular level. Enzyme catalysis, bioenergetics, and metabolism. Three lectures (150 minutes) and one laboratory period (180 minutes) per week. (Prerequisite: CHE221)
CHE431 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry - 3 credits
Introduction to ligand field theory, group theory, organometallics, and catalysis. This lecture course will provide students with an introductory look at appropriate molecular theories and related descriptive chemistry. (Prerequisites: CHE115, CHE116, CHE221, CHE326, MAT135, MAT255, PHS221, PHS222, or permission of instructor.)
CHE456 Chemistry Research - 1-6 credits
This course offers students an opportunity to do original research in an area of expertise of one of the chemistry faculty members. When applicable, the research will be followed with presentation of a paper at an undergraduate research conference,and submission of a paper for publication. Two to three hours of laboratory and/or library work per credit per week. (Prerequisites: CHE115, CHE116, and two upper-level chemistry courses, or permission of instructor.)
CHE498 Internship in Chemistry - 2 credits
The internship is designed to provide students with a work/educational experience that may help determine future educational and occupational goals.
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