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Course Descriptions
CHM100
Fundamentals of Chemistry
Introduction to theoretical foundations and laboratory practice in inorganic chemistry. Intended for non-science majors needing one term of inorganic chemistry, or for those who desire background before taking general chemistry. Successful completion of a high school chemistry course is recommended. 4 Credits (3 Lecture - 3 Lab)
Prerequisite(s): MTH005 or Placement by Examination.
CHM101
Chemistry and Society
A basic introduction to chemistry in the "everyday world," with emphasis on the role that chemistry plays in personal and professional lives. The course enables students to use concepts of chemistry to think critically about current issues in science and technology. Basic chemical concepts presented include: metric measurement, chemical elements and atoms, chemical bonds and molecules, types of chemical reaction, radioactive substances and radiation, and states of matter. No background in Chemistry or other Natural Sciences is presumed. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab)
Prerequisite(s): ENL111 and MTH005 or ENL111 and Placement by Examination. (Science, Technology and Society)
CHM108
Chemistry Survey
Introduction to the fundamentals of inorganic, organic, and biochemistry, with selected applications to living organisms and to the natural environment. No background in chemistry is assumed. 4 Credits (3 Lecture - 3 Lab)
Prerequisite(s): Placement by Examination or ENL001 and Placement by Examination or MTH004 and Placement by Examination or RDG111.
CHM111
General Chemistry I
Basic principles of contemporary chemistry. Topics include stoichiometry, nomenclature, atomic structure, the periodic table, chemical bonding, molecular geometry, thermochemistry, gas laws and the kinetic theory of gases, chemical reactions, and phase changes. Laboratory techniques introduce qualitative and quantitative analyses. Recommended for students pursuing a degree in natural science, health science, or engineering. One year of high school chemistry STRONGLY recommended. 4 Credits (3 Lecture - 3 Lab)
Prerequisite(s): MTH006 or Placement by Examination.
CHM121
General Chemistry II
Advanced principles of contemporary chemistry. Topics include chemical thermodynamics, chemical equilibria including acid-base equilibria, electrochemistry, kinetics and mechanisms of chemical reactions, and the relationship of structure to physical and chemical properties. Laboratory techniques employ qualitative and quantitative analyses. Recommended for students pursuing a degree in natural science, health science or engineering. 4 Credits (3 Lecture - 3 Lab)
Prerequisite(s): CHM111. Corequisite(s): MTH180.
CHM123
Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry
Overview of nomenclature, molecular structure, and types of reactions for the major classes of organic compounds and biochemicals. Intended for students who need only one term of organic/biochemistry or for those who desire preparation for CHM 203 and CHM 204. 4 Credits (3 Lecture - 3 Lab)
Prerequisite(s): CHM100 or CHM111.
CHM202
Principles of Organic Chemistry
Fundamental concepts in organic chemistry. Topics include structure and reactions of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, and alkyl halides; nomenclature of organic compounds; stereochemistry; and reaction mechanisms. Because of duplication of material, students may not receive credit for both CHM202 and CHM203. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab)
Prerequisite(s): CHM111 or CHM121 or CHM123.
CHM203
Organic Chemistry I
Fundamental concepts in organic chemistry. Topics include structure and reactions of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, and alkyl halides; nomenclature of organic compounds; stereochemistry; and reaction mechanisms. Laboratory instruction includes experimental techniques of modern organic chemistry, emphasizing chemical separations and reactions of alkanes, alkenes, alcohols, ketones, and alkyl halides. Exploration of stereochemical modeling and the identification of organic unknowns. Student must meet prerequisite requirements or obtain permission from instructor to enroll. 4 Credits (3 Lecture - 3 Lab)
Prerequisite(s): CHM111 or CHM121 or CHM123.
CHM204
Organic Chemistry II
Advanced concepts in organic chemistry, including the structure and reactions of carboxylic acids and derivatives, aromatic compounds, and amines; an introduction to IR, NMR, and GC-MS spectroscopy; an introduction to the chemistry of heterocycles, carbohydrates, and amino acids; nomenclature of organic compounds; and reaction mechanisms. Laboratory instruction includes experimental techniques of modern organic chemistry, emphasizing reactions involving alcohols, ketones, carboxylic acids, aromatic compounds, and their derivatives. Multistep syntheses are also introduced. 4 Credits (3 Lecture - 3 Lab)
Prerequisite(s): CHM203.
CHM300
Environmental Chemistry
Examination of today's most pressing environmental problems (smog formation, global warming, mercury emissions, acid mine drainage, and environmental fate of toxic organic chemicals), providing the principles needed to understand and predict how chemicals are likely to move and transform in the environment. Laboratory component emphasizes analysis of organic compounds by gas chromatography, as well as spectrometric methods for analysis of organic and inorganic chemicals. 3 Credits (2 Lecture - 3 Lab)
Prerequisite(s): CHM121 and ENL201 and MTH180 or CHM121 and ENL201 and Placement by Examination.
CHM305
Chemistry Literature Research
A one-credit, one-semester course in information literacy and literature research as they apply to the field of chemistry. Identifying a thesis statement and information needs, obtaining information from scientific databases, and evaluating and organizing information will be emphasized. The course culminates in an oral and a web-based presentation of a research project conducted by the student. This course is required for students pursuing a minor in chemistry. 1 Credit (1 Lecture - 0 Lab)
Prerequisite(s): CHM204 and CSC110 and ENL201 and MTH160 and SPC101.
CHM370
Biochemistry
Study of the structural and functional relationships of macromolecules, with an emphasis on proteins, enzyme function and metabolism. Topics include amino acid chemistry and protein structure; hemoglobin structure and function; enzyme kinetics and regulation; motifs and hormonal integration of metabolic pathways; glycolysis, gluconeogenesis and glycogen metabolism; citric acid cycle; oxidative phosphorylation; overview of amino acid and fatty acid metabolism; biochemical mechanisms of various disease states; and current techniques in biochemistry research. 3 Credits (3 Lecture - 0 Lab)
Prerequisite(s): BIO220 and CHM203 or BIO125 and CHM203.