CHEM 001
(GN)
MOLECULAR SCIENCE
( 3)
Selected concepts and topics designed to give non-science majors an
appreciation for how chemistry impacts everyday life. Students who have
received credit for CHEM 003, 101, or 110 may not schedule this course.
CHEM 003
(GN)
MOLECULAR SCIENCE WITH LABORATORY
( 3)
Selected concepts and topics designed to give non-science majors an
appreciation for how chemistry impacts everyday life. Students who have
received credit for CHEM 001, 101, or 110 may not schedule this course.
CHEM 020
ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY
( 3)
Applications of chemistry to environmental problems, including air, water,
thermal pollution; pesticides; drugs and birth control agents; food
additives; etc. For non-chemistry majors; chemistry majors will not receive
credit.
CHEM 021
ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY LABORATORY
( 1)
Introduction of basic laboratory techniques and data analysis used in
environmental chemistry.
Concurrent: CHEM 020
CHEM 101
INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY
( 2 - 3 per semester)
Selected principles and applications of chemistry. Prior study of chemistry
is not assumed.
Prerequisite: MATH 021
; or satisfactory performance on the MATH FTCAP examination--
i.e., placement beyond the level of MATH 021
(*)
CHEM 106
(GN)
INTRODUCTORY AND GENERAL CHEMISTRY
( 5)
Introductory chemistry and chemical principles for students who are required
to take additional chemistry, e.g., CHEM 112, but are unprepared for
CHEM 110.
Prerequisite:
satisfactory performance on the Math FTCAP test--i.e., placement
beyond the level of MATH 022; or
MATH 022
or
MATH 041
CHEM 108
PROBLEM SOLVING IN CHEMISTRY
( 1)
Techniques, strategies, and skills for solving problems in general chemistry
for students potentially at risk in CHEM 110.
Prerequisite:
recommendation by FTCAP, an advisor, or the program
Concurrent: CHEM 110
(*)
CHEM 110
(GN)
CHEMICAL PRINCIPLES I
( 3)
Basic concepts and quantitative relations.
Prerequisite:
satisfactory performance on the Chemistry and Math FTCAP tests--
i.e., placement beyond the level of CHEM 101 and MATH 022; or
CHEM 101
, and
MATH 022
or
MATH 041
(*)
CHEM 111
(GN)
EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY I
( 1)
Introduction to quantitative experimentation in chemistry.
Prerequisite:
or concurrent:
CHEM 110
or
CHEM 106
(*)
CHEM 112
(GN)
CHEMICAL PRINCIPLES II
( 3)
Continuation of CHEM 110, including an introduction to the chemistry of the
elements.
Prerequisite: CHEM 110
or
CHEM 106
. Prerequisite or concurrent:
CHEM 111
(*)
CHEM 112
(GN)
CHEMICAL PRINCIPLES II
( 3)
Effective Date: SP2009
Continuation of CHEM 110, including an introduction to the chemistry of the
elements.
Prerequisite: CHEM 110
or
CHEM 106
(*)
CHEM 113
(GN)
EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY II
( 1)
Continuation of CHEM 111, with emphasis on topics related to CHEM 112.
Prerequisite: CHEM 111
. Prerequisite or concurrent:
CHEM 112
(*)
CHEM 113B
EXPERIMENTAL CHEMISTRY II--BIOSCIENCE
( 1)
A continuation of CHEM 111 with emphasis on topics related to CHEM 112 in
the context of bioscience.
Prerequisite: CHEM 111
. Prerequisite or Concurrent:
CHEM 112
CHEM 199
(IL)
FOREIGN STUDIES
( 1 -12)
CHEM 202
FUNDAMENTALS OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I
( 3)
Introduction to organic chemistry, with emphasis on the properties of organic
compounds of biochemical importance. Because of duplication of subject
matter, students may not receive credit for both CHEM 202 and CHEM 210.
Prerequisite: CHEM 101
or
CHEM 110
or
CHEM 106
CHEM 203
FUNDAMENTALS OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II
( 3)
Introduction to organic chemistry, with emphasis on the identification of
organic compounds by characteristic chemical reactions and by spectroscopy.
The course involves both lecture and laboratory. Because of duplication of
subject matter, students may not receive credit for both CHEM 203 and
CHEM 213.
Prerequisite: CHEM 202
CHEM 210
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I
( 3)
Principles and theories; nomenclature; chemistry of the functional groups;
applications of spectroscopy. Because of duplication of material, students
may not receive credit for both CHEM 210 and 202.
Prerequisite: CHEM 112
CHEM 212
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II
( 3)
Continuation of CHEM 210. Emphasis is placed on the role of organic reactions
in biological chemistry.
Prerequisite: CHEM 210
CHEM 213
LABORATORY IN ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
( 2)
Basic laboratory operations; synthesis and chemical or instrumental analysis.
Because of duplication of subject matter, students may not receive credit
for both CHEM 203 and CHEM 213.
Prerequisite: CHEM 210
. Prerequisite or concurrent:
CHEM 212
CHEM 213B
LABORATORY IN ORGANIC CHEMISTRY--BIOSCIENCE
( 2)
Basic laboratory operations; synthesis and chemical or instrumental analysis
of materials of biological significance. Because of duplication of subject
matter, students may not receive credit for both CHEM 203 and CHEM 213.
Prerequisite: CHEM 210
. Prerequisite or concurrent:
CHEM 212
CHEM 221
QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS
( 4)
Traditional methods of gravimetric, volumetric, and electrochemical analysis,
emphasizing acid-base, solubility, and oxidation-reduction equilibria.
Prerequisite: CHEM 112
and
CHEM 113
CHEM 227
ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
( 4)
Analytical methods used in the biological and physical sciences with special e
emphasis on acid-base and complexation equilibria, electrochemistry, and the
fundamental principles of spectroscopy and separations.
Prerequisite: CHEM 113
and
MATH 140
CHEM 233
(GH;GN)
(ENGL)
CHEMISTRY AND LITERATURE
( 3)
Exploration of key concepts of chemistry, the reciprocal influence of
chemistry and literature throughout history, and the relationship of science
to society, culture, and values.
CHEM 294
SPECIAL PROBLEMS AND RESEARCH
( 1 - 4 per semester, maximum of12)
Designed for freshman or sophomore students who are prepared to undertake
special problems and research by arrangement with a faculty member.
CHEM 297
SPECIAL TOPICS
( 1 - 9)
CHEM 301
ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY AND ANALYSIS
( 3)
Chemical principles, interpretation, and methods of analysis for groundwater,
water supply, wastewater treatment, stream pollution.
Prerequisite: CHEM 112
and,
CHEM 113
CHEM 316
THE PROFESSIONAL CHEMIST
( 1)
Industrial employment opportunities and challenges; graduate and professional
school opportunities; tailoring the chemistry curriculum to career goals.
Prerequisite:
fourth-semester standing in chemistry
CHEM 395
CHEMISTRY TEACHER ASSISTANT TRAINING
( 1 - 2)
Instruction and practice in the role of the teaching assistant in the
undergraduate chemistry laboratory.
CHEM 399
(IL)
FOREIGN STUDIES
( 1 -12)
CHEM 400
CHEMICAL LITERATURE
( 1)
Instruction in use of the library and of the literature of chemistry.
Prerequisite:
12 credits of chemistry
CHEM 402
CHEMISTRY IN THE ENVIRONMENT
( 3)
Chemistry of the atmosphere, natural waters, and the land surface with
particular focus on human influence on processes occurring therein.
Prerequisite: CHEM 212
. Prerequisite or concurrent:
CHEM 450
or
CH E 320
CHEM 406
(NUC E)
NUCLEAR AND RADIOCHEMISTRY
( 3)
Theory of radioactive decay processes, nuclear properties and structure,
nuclear reactions, interactions of radiation with matter, biological effects
of radiation.
Prerequisite: CHEM 452
or
PHYS 237
, or
NUC E 301
CHEM 408
COMPUTATIONAL CHEMISTRY
( 3)
Introduction to numerical and nonnumerical computer uses in physical science.
Prerequisite:
Prerequisite or concurrent:
CHEM 452
CHEM 410
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
( 3)
Conceptual and descriptive aspects of nontransition elements, covering
structural, thermodynamic, and kinetic features.
Prerequisite: CHEM 112
and
CHEM 202
or
CHEM 210
. Prerequisite or concurrent:
CHEM 450
or
CHEM 452
CHEM 412
TRANSITION METAL CHEMISTRY
( 3)
Structure and bonding of compounds containing transition metals.
Prerequisite: CHEM 112
and
CHEM 202
or
CHEM 210
. Prerequisite or concurrent:
CHEM 450
or
CHEM 452
CHEM 413W
CHEMISTRY OF THE ELEMENTS
( 4)
Theoretical and descriptive chemistry of the elements; laboratory
synthesis and measurements in inorganic, coordination, and transition
metal chemistry.
Prerequisite: CHEM 213
CHEM 423
CHEMICAL SPECTROSCOPY
( 3)
Modern methods and instruments of spectroscopy and their applications to
problems of chemical structure and analysis.
Prerequisite: CHEM 452
,
CHEM 457
CHEM 425
CHROMATOGRAPHY AND ELECTROCHEMISTRY
( 3)
Gas, liquid, and other forms of chromatography; important techniques of
electrochemistry.
Prerequisite: CHEM 450
and
CHEM 457
CHEM 427W
(FRNSC)
FORENSIC CHEMISTRY
( 4)
Analytical and instrumental methods used in the forensic sciences with special
emphasis on the analysis and characterization of trace evidence.
Prerequisite: CHEM 213
and
CHEM 227
CHEM 430
STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS OF ORGANIC COMPOUNDS
( 3)
Spectroscopic methods as tools in gross and detailed structural analysis and
interpretation within the framework of modern theory.
Prerequisite: CHEM 213
CHEM 431W
ORGANIC AND INORGANIC PREPARATIONS
( 3)
Preparation, purification, and characterization of both organic and inorganic
compounds by modern methods.
Prerequisite: CHEM 213
CHEM 440
INSTRUMENTAL ANALYSIS
( 3)
General instrumental theory and methods used in common atomic and molecular
analyses.
Prerequisite: CHEM 450
and
CHEM 221
CHEM 441
ELEMENTAL ANALYSIS AND INSTRUMENTAL DESIGN LABORATORY
( 1)
An introduction to the use of modern instruments for problems in chemical
structure and analysis.
Prerequisite:
or concurrent:
CHEM 440
CHEM 443
ELECTROCHEMISTRY AND CHROMATOGRAPHY LABORATORY
( 1)
An introduction to the use of modern instruments for problems in chemical
structure and analysis.
Prerequisite:
or concurrent:
CHEM 440
CHEM 445
ATOMIC AND MOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY LABORATORY
( 1)
An introduction to the use of modern instruments for problems in chemical
structure and analysis.
Prerequisite:
or concurrent:
CHEM 440
CHEM 446
X-RAY CRYSTALLOGRAPHY
( 3)
Theoretical and practical aspects of structure determination using x-ray
diffraction, from crystal growth to structure solution.
Prerequisite: CHEM 210
CHEM 448
SURFACE CHEMISTRY
( 3)
Surface chemistry, emphasizing the physical and chemical aspects of surfaces
important for applications in colloids, catalysis, microelectronics and
biocompatibility.
Prerequisite: CHEM 450
and
CHEM 452
CHEM 450
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY - THERMODYNAMICS
( 3)
Introduction to physical chemistry with primary emphasis on chemical
thermodynamics and its molecular interpretation.(Graduate credit not allowed
for students majoring in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or
Chemical Engineering.)
Prerequisite: CHEM 112
and
MATH 141
,
PHYS 211
or
PHYS 212
(+)
CHEM 452
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY - QUANTUM CHEMISTRY
( 3)
Introduction to physical chemistry with primary emphasis on molecular
structure, spectroscopy, and chemical kinetics. (Graduate credit not allowed
for students majoring in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or
Chemical Engineering.)
Prerequisite: CHEM 112
and
MATH 141
and
PHYS 211
or
PHYS 212
(+)
CHEM 457
EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY
( 2)
Laboratory experiments designed to illustrate the principles of physical
chemistry and teach techniques of error analysis and the presentation of
quantitative data. (Graduate credit not allowed for students majoring in
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering.)
Prerequisite:
or concurrent:
CHEM 450
or
CH E 320
CHEM 460
ADVANCED THERMODYNAMICS
( 3)
Chemical thermodynamics, with applications to pure phases, solutions, and
chemical reactions.
Prerequisite: CHEM 450
CHEM 460
ADVANCED THERMODYNAMICS
( 3)
Effective Date: SP2009
Chemical thermodynamics, with applications to pure phases, solutions, and
chemical reactions.
Prerequisite: CH E 220
or
CHEM 450
CHEM 462
ADVANCED QUANTUM CHEMISTRY
( 3)
Introduction to quantum chemistry, with emphasis on atomic and molecular
structure.
Prerequisite: CHEM 452
CHEM 464
CHEMICAL KINETICS AND DYNAMICS
( 3)
Introduction to chemical kinetics and molecular dynamics.
Prerequisite: CHEM 450
and
CHEM 452
CHEM 464
CHEMICAL KINETICS AND DYNAMICS
( 3)
Effective Date: SP2009
Introduction to chemical kinetics and molecular dynamics.
Prerequisite: CHEM 450
or
CH E 220
and
CHEM 452
CHEM 466
MOLECULAR THERMODYNAMICS
( 3)
Introduction to physical chemistry with a primary emphasis on the statistical
and molecular interpretation of thermodynamics.
Prerequisite: CHEM 451
or
CH E 220
CHEM 472
GENERAL BIOCHEMISTRY I
( 3)
Basic structure and function of cellular components; principles of enzyme
kinetics and regulation.
Prerequisite: CHEM 212
CHEM 474
ORGANIC SYNTHESIS
( 3)
Theory and methodology of organic synthesis applied to complex organic
molecules.
Prerequisite: CHEM 039
CHEM 476
BIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY
( 3)
Fundamentals of Biochemistry for Chemists.
Prerequisite: CHEM 212
and
CHEM 450
Concurrent: CHEM 452
CHEM 494
CHEMICAL RESEARCH
( 1 -10 per semester, maximum of20)
Experimental investigation of an original research problem. Preparation of
a formal thesis is optional. (Credit not allowed for graduate students in
Biochemistry, Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.)
CHEM 494H
CHEMICAL RESEARCH
( 1 -10 per semester, maximum of20)
Experimental investigation of an original research problem. Preparation of
a formal thesis is optional. (Credit not allowed for graduate students in
Biochemistry, Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.)
CHEM 495
INTERNSHIP
( 1 -18)
Supervised off-campus, nongroup instruction including field experiences,
practica, or internships. Written and oral critique of activity required.
Prerequisite:
prior approval of proposed assignment by instructor
CHEM 496
INDEPENDENT STUDIES
( 1 -18)
CHEM 497
SPECIAL TOPICS
( 1 - 9)
CHEM 499
(IL)
FOREIGN STUDIES
( 1 -12)
CHEM 500
SEMINAR IN CHEMISTRY
( 1 per semester, maximum of99)
CHEM 516
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
( 3)
Systematic treatment of inorganic chemistry in terms of modern concepts.
CHEM 517
ORGANOMETALLIC CHEMISTRY
( 3)
Organometallic compounds and their use in catalysis and organic synthesis.
CHEM 518
PHYSICAL METHODS IN INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
( 3 per semester, maximum of99)
Elements of group theory, transition metal electronic spectroscopy,
vibrational spectroscopy, magnetic resonance, magnetism, x-ray and
photoelectron spectroscopy, x-ray structure.
CHEM 524
ELECTROANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
( 3)
Modern instrumental methods of analysis; electrochemistry.
CHEM 525
ANALYTICAL SEPARATIONS
( 3)
Modern instrumental analysis, including chromatography and other separation
methods.
CHEM 526
SPECTROSCOPIC ANALYSIS
( 3)
Modern instrumental analysis, including absorption, emission, electronic, and
magnetic spectroscopies.
CHEM 527
SPECIAL TOPICS IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
( 2 -12)
CHEM 531
SPECIAL TOPICS IN ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
( 2 -12)
Prerequisite: CHEM 536
CHEM 535
ORGANIC REACTION MECHANISMS I
( 3)
Reaction mechanisms and their determination by kinetic and nonkinetic
methods. Reactive intermediates.
Prerequisite: CHEM 430
CHEM 536
ORGANIC REACTION MECHANISMS II
( 3)
Reaction mechanisms and their determination by kinetic and nonkinetic
methods. Reactive intermediates.
Prerequisite: CHEM 430
CHEM 537
SYNTHESIS IN ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
( 3)
Theory and methods of directed syntheses, including stereospecific and
stereoselected schemes; biologically inspired syntheses.
Prerequisite: CHEM 536
CHEM 539
MECHANISTIC BIOORGANIC CHEMISTRY
( 3)
Advanced organic reaction mechanisms, particularly those applicable to
biological systems.
Prerequisite: CHEM 535
,
BIOCH 401
CHEM 540
BIOPHYSICAL CHEMISTRY
( 3)
Structure of biomacromolecules, physical techniques for the study of structure
and function, thermodynamic and kinetic studies of biomacromolecules in
solution.
Prerequisite: CHEM 452
CHEM 543
(MATSE)
POLYMER CHEMISTRY
( 3)
This graduate course discusses the new advances in polymer chemistry that
leads to new polymeric materials with interesting structures and properties.
Prerequisite: MATSE 441
or approval of program
CHEM 544
CHEMICAL THERMODYNAMICS
( 3)
Development of thermodynamic theory, with special reference to common
physical changes and chemical reactions.
Prerequisite: CHEM 452
CHEM 545
STATISTICAL THERMODYNAMICS
( 3)
Basic principles of statistical mechanics with application to the calculation
of thermodynamic properties of gases and condensed phases.
Prerequisite: CHEM 450
,
CHEM 452
CHEM 560
TOPICS IN PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY
( 2 - 6 per semester)
CHEM 563
CHEMICAL DYNAMICS
( 3)
Molecular dynamics of chemical reaction, energy transfer, and scattering.
Reaction rate theory and experiment.
Prerequisite: CHEM 565
CHEM 565
QUANTUM CHEMISTRY I
( 3)
An introduction to the principles of quantum mechanics and their applications
to chemistry.
Prerequisite: CHEM 452
CHEM 566
QUANTUM CHEMISTRY II
( 3)
Modern techniques in quantum mechanics, with applications to problems in
molecular structure and interactions.
Prerequisite: CHEM 565
CHEM 567
MOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY
( 3)
Principles and methods of molecular spectroscopy and their applications to
chemical problems.
Prerequisite: CHEM 565
CHEM 571
POLYMER CHEMISTRY
( 3)
The synthesis, reactions, and structure determination of high polymers.
CHEM 589
STUDIES IN CHEMISTRY
( 1 - 9)
Theoretical research, experimental research, or a critical survey of the
literature in an area of chemistry.
CHEM 597
SPECIAL TOPICS
( 1 - 9)