| CHEM 120 Introductory Chemistry -- 4 Credit Hours -- Fall & Spring | |
| This is a beginning course presenting the essentials of inorganic chemistry and a brief discussion of the concepts of organic and biological chemistry. The course provides preparation for CHEM 123 General Chemistry I and meets the requirements for the nursing education and health certification. Includes laboratory. | |
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| CHEM 123 General Chemistry I -- 4 Credit Hours -- Fall | |
| The course is designed for chemistry majors and minors, pre-health professionals, biology, physics and pre-engineering students. The emphasis includes atomic and molecular structures, periodicity, chemical reactions and quantitative relationships. Includes laboratory. Prerequisite: One year of high school chemistry or CHEM 120 and high school algebra or MATH 116. | |
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| CHEM 124 General Chemistry II -- 4 Credit Hours -- Spring | |
| This course is a continuation
of CHEM 123. The emphasis includes equilibria, kinetics and redox chemistry.
Includes laboratory. Prerequisite: CHEM 123. |
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| CHEM 130 Forensic Science -- 4 Credit Hours -- Spring | |
| Forensic science is the study and application of science to the processes of law and involves the collection, examination, evaluation and interpretation of evidence. This course is designed to familiarize students with the basic principles and uses of forensic science in the American system of justice. The course will review the basic applications of the physical, chemical, biological, medical and behavioral sciences to questions of evidence and law. Students are expected to acquire a basic understanding of the capabilities and limitations of the forensic sciences as they are practiced presently. | |
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| CHEM 221 Quantitative Analysis -- 5 Credit Hours -- Even Year Fall | |
| This course deals with theory, methods and techniques of volumetric and gravimetric analysis. Includes laboratory. Prerequisite: CHEM 124. | |
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| CHEM 223 Organic Chemistry I -- 4 Credit Hours -- Fall | |
| The course involves a systematic study of organic compounds including their structures, methods of preparation, properties and an analysis of important reaction mechanisms. Problem solving will be emphasized. Prerequisite: CHEM 124 or consent of instructor. | |
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| CHEM 224 Organic Chemistry II -- 4 Credit Hours -- Spring | |
| This course is a continuation of Organic Chemistry I with emphasis on organic syntheses, reaction mechanisms, and structural determinations. Prerequisite: CHEM 223. | |
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| CHEM 225 Organic Laboratory Techniques -- 2 Credit Hours -- Fall | |
| This laboratory course will deal with simple organic techniques such as, (i) determination of physical properties e.g., melting point, boiling point, refractive index, (ii) purification of organic compounds by (a) recrystallization, and (b) simple and fractional distillations, (iii) isolation of organic compounds of biological importance by extraction, (iv) identification of organic compounds by simple chemical tests, (v) simple organic synthesis. | |
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| CHEM 226 Organic Synthesis and Spectroscopy -- 2 Credit Hours -- Spring | |
| This organic lab will emphasize on synthesis of novel organic compounds of different functional families and their reactions. Isolation and purification of reaction product of synthetic importance. Detailed study of spectroscopic techniques, such as infrared, UV-visible, mass, and nuclear magnetic resonance. Characterization and identification of unknown organic compounds by interpretation of infrared and NMR spectra. | |
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| CHEM 286 Special Topics -- 1-3 Credit Hours -- On Demand | |
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| CHEM 290 Independent Study -- 1-4 Credit Hours -- On Demand | |
| See Independent Study under Alternative Means to Academic Credit, for a more detailed description or contact the department faculty. | |
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| CHEM 311 Laboratory Safety and Maintenance -- 2 Credit Hours -- Odd Year Fall | |
Procedures in maintaining and operating a chemical laboratory are included, as well as safety procedures, storage, handling and disposal of chemicals and hazardous materials. Prerequisite: CHEM 124. |
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| CHEM 322 Molecular Spectroscopy -- 2 Credit Hours -- On Demand | |
| Theories and applications of spectroscopy with emphasis on identification of inorganic and organic compounds are covered. The course also includes interpretation of UV, IR, NMR and mass spectra. Prerequisite: CHEM 224. | |
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| CHEM 323 Inorganic Chemistry -- 3 Credit Hours -- Odd Year Spring | |
| Modern concepts and theories of inorganic chemistry are taught, plus a systematic survey of the elements, their compounds and their chemistry. Prerequisite: CHEM 124. | |
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| CHEM 340 Biochemistry -- 3 Credit Hours -- Spring | |
| This course is an introduction to biochemistry from a chemical perspective. Topics covered include the structure and function of proteins; enzyme catalytic strategies and mechanisms; membrane function, electron transport and energy production in cells; chemical basis of storage and transfer of genetic information; chemical communication between cells and the immune response; and an introduction to the chemical literature. Satisfies elective credit for the chemistry major. Prerequisite or concurrent enrollment in Organic Chemistry I is recommended. | |
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| CHEM 427 Physical Chemistry I -- 4 Credit Hours -- Odd Year Fall | |
| Physical Chemistry I is a study of classical thermodynamics and its application to equilibrium and electrochemistry. Includes laboratory. Prerequisite: MATH 145 and CHEM 124 or consent of the instructor. | |
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| CHEM 428 Physical Chemistry II -- 3 Credit Hours -- Even Year Spring | |
| Emphasizes statistical mechanics, kinetics and quantum theory. Includes laboratory. Prerequisite: CHEM 427. | |
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| CHEM 460 Internship -- Variable Credit -- On Demand | |
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| CHEM 485 Special Topics -- 1-3 Credit Hours -- On Demand | |
| Discussion on topics of current interest in chemistry and related fields. Prerequisite: CHEM 124. | |
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| CHEM 490 Independent Study -- 1-4 Credit Hours -- On Demand | |
| Independent Study consists of research, readings, or other scholarly investigation or creative work. See Independent Study under Alternate Means to Academic Credit, for a more detailed description. | |
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| NSCM 133 Descriptive Astronomy -- 4 Credit Hours -- Spring | |
| This course is a qualitative study of the sun, earth, planets, stars and galaxies; a survey of what is known about the universe. Astronomical observation from the University’s 16-inch telescope in the observatory of Peters Science Hall is included. Prerequisite: Completion of Liberal Studies mathematics requirement or consent of instructor. | |
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