Chemistry

1997-1998 Undergraduate Catalog

Course Descriptions - Chemistry

* CHEMISTRY
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Credit may not be received for any chemistry course which covers the same general subject material but is at a lower level than the course for which credit has already been earned. (For example: CHEM110G after CHEM111, CHEM211 after CHEM311, etc.)

CHEM 100. Basic Chemistry 3 cr.

For students whose preparatory science or math training has been deficient. Does not meet the chemistry requirement in any curriculum. Prerequisite: Enhanced ACT composite score of at least 18 or a grade of C or better in CCDM114N.

CHEM 110G. Principles and Applications of Chemistry 4 cr. (3+3P)

A survey of the properties and uses of the elements and their compounds. In addition to classical chemistry, attention is paid to the materials from which consumer products are made, to the production of energy, and to environmental considerations.

CHEM 111. General Chemistry I 4 cr. (3+3P)

Descriptive and theoretical chemistry. Prerequisite: (1) grade of C or better in MATH 115 or a Mathematics Placement Exam Score adequate to enroll in mathematics courses beyond MATH 115; and (2) one of the following: B or better in a second semester high school chemistry course, or grade of at least C in CHEM 100, or an enhanced ACT score of at least 22. CHEM 111/112 are General Education alternative to CHEM 110G.

CHEM 112. General Chemistry II 4 cr. (3+3P)

Descriptive and theoretical chemistry. CHEM 111/112 are General Education alternative to CHEM 110G.

CHEM 114. General Chemistry for Engineers 5 cr. (4+3P)

An accelerated one-semester course covering the basic principles of chemistry. May not be taken for credit by students who have taken CHEM 111. Prerequisite: a grade of A in second semester of high school chemistry, or an enhanced ACT composite score of at least 22, or a grade of B or better in CHEM100, or a grade of C or better in MATH180 or in MATH 185. General Education alternative to CHEM110G.

CHEM 115. Principles of Chemistry I 4 cr. (3+3P)

Detailed introduction to analytical, inorganic and physical aspects of chemistry; both descriptive and theoretical explanations. Structured for chemistry and biochemistry majors but appropriate for other physical and life science students. CHEM 115/116 are General Education alternative to CHEM 110G. Prerequisites: grade of B or better in second-semester high school chemistry, eligible to take MATH185 and an ACT composite score of 22 or higher.

CHEM 116. Principles of Chemistry II 4 cr. (3+3P)

Recommended for chemistry majors and other qualified students. CHEM 115/116 are General Education alternative to CHEM 110G. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in CHEM 115.

CHEM 211. Organic Chemistry 4 cr. (3+3P)

A one-semester survey for students requiring a brief coverage of important classes of organic compounds. Prerequisite: CHEM112 or CHEM 114.

CHEM 241. Introduction to Research 1-3 cr. (3P-9P)

Techniques and procedures of chemical research. Prerequisites: 8 credits of chemistry and a 3.0 GPA in chemistry. May be repeated for credit.

CHEM 242. Explorations in Chemistry 1 cr.

Historical and current developments, careers in chemistry, computer applications and use of the library by chemists. To be completed before the end of the sophomore year. Graded S/U.

CHEM 310G. Chemistry and Society 3 cr.

The impact of chemistry on modern society. Does not satisfy chemistry elective requirements for B.S. chemistry majors. Prerequisite: CHEM110G or consent of instructor.

CHEM 313. Organic Chemistry I 3 cr.

Nomenclature, uses, basic reactions, and preparation methods of the most important classes of aliphatic and aromatic compounds. Prerequisite: CHEM112 or CHEM 116.

CHEM 314. Organic Chemistry II 3 cr.

Nomenclature, uses, basic reactions, and preparation methods of the most important classes of aliphatic and aromatic compounds. Prerequisite: C or better in CHEM 313. Corequisite: CHEM 315.

CHEM 315. Organic Chemistry Laboratory 2 cr. (6P)

Techniques, preparative and analytical methods in organic chemistry. Prerequisite: C or better in CHEM 313 or consent of instructor. Corequisite: CHEM 314.

CHEM 351. Special Topics 1-3 cr.

Specific subjects to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

CHEM 356. Inorganic Chemistry 3 cr.

Occurrence and properties of the elements and the chemistry of their compounds. Prerequisite: CHEM 112.

CHEM 360. General Geochemistry 3 cr.

Same as GEOL 360.

CHEM 371. Analytical Chemistry 4 cr. (2+6P)

The fundamentals of quantitative chemical analysis. Prerequisite: CHEM 112.

CHEM 421. Instrumental Analysis 4 cr. (3+3P)

Analytical techniques, including optical and procedures. Prerequisites: CHEM371 and either PHYS212 or PHYS 216.

CHEM 421H. Instrumental AnalysisHonors 4 cr. (3+3P)

Same as CHEM 421. Additional work to be arranged.

CHEM 422. Environmental Chemistry 3 cr.

Chemistry of organic and metal ion pollutants in the environment and principles important to their remediation including bioremediation. Prerequisites: CHEM 112 and either CHEM 211 or CHEM 313. Same as ES422.

CHEM 424. Soil Chemistry 3 cr.

Same as SOIL/GEOL 424.

CHEM 431. Physical Chemistry 3 cr.

Principles that govern the physical and chemical behavior of matter. May not be counted toward Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry. Prerequisites: CHEM112 and either MATH142G or MATH 191.

CHEM 431H. Physical ChemistryHonors 3 cr.

Same as CHEM 431. Additional work to be arranged.

CHEM 433. Physical Chemistry I 3 cr.

Laws and theories underlying chemical phenomena. Prerequisites: MATH192, PHYS216, and CHEM 112.

CHEM 433H. Physical Chemistry I Honors 3 cr.

Same as CHEM 433. Additional work to be arranged. Prerequisites: MATH 192, PHYS 216 and CHEM 112.

CHEM 434. Physical Chemistry II 3 cr.

Laws and theories underlying chemical phenomena. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in CHEM 433.

CHEM 434H. Physical Chemistry II Honors 3 cr.

Same as CHEM 434. Additional work to be arranged. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in CHEM 433.

CHEM 435. Physical Chemistry Laboratory 2 cr. (6P)

Prerequisite: concurrent registration in CHEM 434.

CHEM 441. Advanced Research 1-3 cr. (3P-9P)

Investigation of chemical problems and the development of special techniques. Prerequisites: consent of instructor, 16 credits of chemistry and 3.0 GPA in chemistry for nonmajors. May be repeated for credit.

CHEM 442. Glass Blowing 1 cr. (3P)

Techniques involved in sealing, bending, and blowing glass tubing and fabricating special pieces of laboratory apparatus. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

CHEM 443. Senior Seminar 1 cr.

Discussions of current chemical research, impact of chemistry on society and/or ethics as applied to chemists. Each student will present a written and an oral report on an approved topic. Prerequisite: CHEM431 or CHEM 433.

CHEM 444. Senior Thesis 2 cr.

A writing project for students wishing to prepare a more extensive report than that required for CHEM 443. The thesis may cover independent research, a topic from current chemical literature, or the impact of chemistry on society. May be taken concurrently with CHEM443. Prerequisite: CHEM431 or CHEM433.

CHEM 451. Special Topics 1-3 cr.

Specific subjects to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

CHEM 452. Integrated Advanced Laboratory 3 cr. (1+6P)

Applications of the principles of organic, inorganic, physical, and analytical chemistry to solve particularly defined but open-ended problems in chemistry. Prerequisites: either CHEM314, CHEM371, or CHEM 433.

CHEM 452H. Integrated Advanced LaboratoryHonors 3 cr. (1+6P)

Same as CHEM 452. Additional work to be arranged.

CHEM 456. Advanced Inorganic Chemistry 3 cr.

Theoretical principles and a systematic study of the periodic table. Prerequisite: CHEM434 or consent of instructor.

CHEM 456H. Inorganic ChemistryHonors 3 cr.

Same as CHEM 456. Additional work to be arranged.

CHEM 461. Polymers, Their Composites and Mechanical Behavior 3 cr.

Same as ME461.

CHEM 466. Organic Chemistry 3 cr.

Synthesis and theory at an advanced level. Prerequisite: CHEM 312.

CHEM 466H. Organic ChemistryHonors 3 cr.

Same as CHEM 466. Additional work to be arranged.

CHEM 472. Analytical Methods for Toxic Organics and Metal Ions

in the Environment 3 cr. (2+3P)

Laboratory course with lectures on principles of analytical techniques related to environmental monitoring of pollutants and waste management. Prerequisite: CHEM 371 or C E 462 or consent of instructor.

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CHEM 100. Basic Chemistry		3 cr.
	For students whose preparatory science or math training has been deficient. Does not meet the chemistry requirement in any curriculum. Prerequisite: Enhanced ACT composite score of at least 18 or a grade of C or better in CCDM114N.
CHEM 110G. Principles and Applications of Chemistry		4 cr. (3+3P)
	A survey of the properties and uses of the elements and their compounds. In addition to classical chemistry, attention is paid to the materials from which consumer products are made, to the production of energy, and to environmental considerations.
CHEM 111. General Chemistry I		4 cr. (3+3P)
	Descriptive and theoretical chemistry. Prerequisite: (1) grade of C or better in MATH 115 or a Mathematics Placement Exam Score adequate to enroll in mathematics courses beyond MATH 115; and (2) one of the following: B or better in a second semester high school chemistry course, or grade of at least C in CHEM 100, or an enhanced ACT score of at least 22. CHEM 111/112 are General Education alternative to CHEM 110G.
CHEM 112. General Chemistry II		4 cr. (3+3P)
	Descriptive and theoretical chemistry. CHEM 111/112 are General Education alternative to CHEM 110G.
CHEM 114. General Chemistry for Engineers		5 cr. (4+3P)
	An accelerated one-semester course covering the basic principles of chemistry. May not be taken for credit by students who have taken CHEM 111. Prerequisite: a grade of A in second semester of high school chemistry, or an enhanced ACT composite score of at least 22, or a grade of B or better in CHEM100, or a grade of C or better in MATH180 or in MATH 185. General Education alternative to CHEM110G.
CHEM 115. Principles of Chemistry I		4 cr. (3+3P)
	Detailed introduction to analytical, inorganic and physical aspects of chemistry; both descriptive and theoretical explanations. Structured for chemistry and biochemistry majors but appropriate for other physical and life science students. CHEM 115/116 are General Education alternative to CHEM 110G. Prerequisites: grade of B or better in second-semester high school chemistry, eligible to take MATH185 and an ACT composite score of 22 or higher.
CHEM 116. Principles of Chemistry II		4 cr. (3+3P)
	Recommended for chemistry majors and other qualified students. CHEM 115/116 are General Education alternative to CHEM 110G. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in CHEM 115.
CHEM 211. Organic Chemistry		4 cr. (3+3P)
	A one-semester survey for students requiring a brief coverage of important classes of organic compounds. Prerequisite: CHEM112 or CHEM 114.
CHEM 241. Introduction to Research		1-3 cr. (3P-9P)
	Techniques and procedures of chemical research. Prerequisites: 8 credits of chemistry and a 3.0 GPA in chemistry. May be repeated for credit.
CHEM 242. Explorations in Chemistry		1 cr.
	Historical and current developments, careers in chemistry, computer applications and use of the library by chemists. To be completed before the end of the sophomore year. Graded S/U.
CHEM 310G. Chemistry and Society		3 cr.
	The impact of chemistry on modern society. Does not satisfy chemistry elective requirements for B.S. chemistry majors. Prerequisite: CHEM110G or consent of instructor.
CHEM 313. Organic Chemistry I		3 cr.
	Nomenclature, uses, basic reactions, and preparation methods of the most important classes of aliphatic and aromatic compounds. Prerequisite: CHEM112 or CHEM 116.
CHEM 314. Organic Chemistry II		3 cr.
	Nomenclature, uses, basic reactions, and preparation methods of the most important classes of aliphatic and aromatic compounds. Prerequisite: C or better in CHEM 313. Corequisite: CHEM 315.
CHEM 315. Organic Chemistry Laboratory		2 cr. (6P)
	Techniques, preparative and analytical methods in organic chemistry. Prerequisite: C or better in CHEM 313 or consent of instructor. Corequisite: CHEM 314.
CHEM 351. Special Topics		1-3 cr.
	Specific subjects to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
CHEM 356. Inorganic Chemistry		3 cr.
	Occurrence and properties of the elements and the chemistry of their compounds. Prerequisite: CHEM 112.
CHEM 360. General Geochemistry		3 cr.
	Same as GEOL 360.
CHEM 371. Analytical Chemistry		4 cr. (2+6P)
	The fundamentals of quantitative chemical analysis. Prerequisite: CHEM 112.
CHEM 421. Instrumental Analysis		4 cr. (3+3P)
	Analytical techniques, including optical and procedures. Prerequisites: CHEM371 and either PHYS212 or PHYS 216.
CHEM 421H. Instrumental AnalysisHonors		4 cr. (3+3P)
	Same as CHEM 421. Additional work to be arranged.
CHEM 422. Environmental Chemistry		3 cr.
	Chemistry of organic and metal ion pollutants in the environment and principles important to their remediation including bioremediation. Prerequisites: CHEM 112 and either CHEM 211 or CHEM 313. Same as ES422.
CHEM 424. Soil Chemistry		3 cr.
	Same as SOIL/GEOL 424.
CHEM 431. Physical Chemistry		3 cr.
	Principles that govern the physical and chemical behavior of matter. May not be counted toward Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry. Prerequisites: CHEM112 and either MATH142G or MATH 191.
CHEM 431H. Physical ChemistryHonors		3 cr.
	Same as CHEM 431. Additional work to be arranged.
CHEM 433. Physical Chemistry I		3 cr.
	Laws and theories underlying chemical phenomena. Prerequisites: MATH192, PHYS216, and CHEM 112.
CHEM 433H. Physical Chemistry I Honors		3 cr.
	Same as CHEM 433. Additional work to be arranged. Prerequisites: MATH 192, PHYS 216 and CHEM 112.
CHEM 434. Physical Chemistry II		3 cr.
	Laws and theories underlying chemical phenomena. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in CHEM 433.
CHEM 434H. Physical Chemistry II Honors		3 cr.
	Same as CHEM 434. Additional work to be arranged. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in CHEM 433.
CHEM 435. Physical Chemistry Laboratory		2 cr. (6P)
	Prerequisite: concurrent registration in CHEM 434.
CHEM 441. Advanced Research		1-3 cr. (3P-9P)
	Investigation of chemical problems and the development of special techniques. Prerequisites: consent of instructor, 16 credits of chemistry and 3.0 GPA in chemistry for nonmajors. May be repeated for credit.
CHEM 442. Glass Blowing		1 cr. (3P)
	Techniques involved in sealing, bending, and blowing glass tubing and fabricating special pieces of laboratory apparatus. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
CHEM 443. Senior Seminar		1 cr.
	Discussions of current chemical research, impact of chemistry on society and/or ethics as applied to chemists. Each student will present a written and an oral report on an approved topic. Prerequisite: CHEM431 or CHEM 433.
CHEM 444. Senior Thesis		2 cr.
	A writing project for students wishing to prepare a more extensive report than that required for CHEM 443. The thesis may cover independent research, a topic from current chemical literature, or the impact of chemistry on society. May be taken concurrently with CHEM443. Prerequisite: CHEM431 or CHEM433.
CHEM 451. Special Topics		1-3 cr.
	Specific subjects to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
CHEM 452. Integrated Advanced Laboratory		3 cr. (1+6P)
	Applications of the principles of organic, inorganic, physical, and analytical chemistry to solve particularly defined but open-ended problems in chemistry. Prerequisites: either CHEM314, CHEM371, or CHEM 433.
CHEM 452H. Integrated Advanced LaboratoryHonors		3 cr. (1+6P)
	Same as CHEM 452. Additional work to be arranged.
CHEM 456. Advanced Inorganic Chemistry		3 cr.
	Theoretical principles and a systematic study of the periodic table. Prerequisite: CHEM434 or consent of instructor.
CHEM 456H. Inorganic ChemistryHonors		3 cr.
	Same as CHEM 456. Additional work to be arranged.
	CHEM 461. Polymers, Their Composites and Mechanical Behavior		3 cr.
	Same as ME461.
CHEM 466. Organic Chemistry		3 cr.
	Synthesis and theory at an advanced level. Prerequisite: CHEM 312.
CHEM 466H. Organic ChemistryHonors		3 cr.
	Same as CHEM 466. Additional work to be arranged.
	CHEM 472. Analytical Methods for Toxic Organics and Metal Ions
	in the Environment	3 cr. (2+3P)
	Laboratory course with lectures on principles of analytical techniques related to environmental monitoring of pollutants and waste management. Prerequisite: CHEM 371 or C E 462 or consent of instructor.