Ch 221, 222, 223 General Chemistry 4 hrs each term
An introduction to inorganic chemistry covering atomic and molecular structure, chemical reactions, states of matter, equilibrium, and thermodynamics. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory. Prerequisite: Mth 111 equivalency and high school chemistry/CH104; for CH 222 a passing grade in CH 221 is required; and for CH 223 a passing grade in CH 222 is required

Ch 310 Geochemistry 3 hrs
An application of the principles of chemistry to geological processes such as phase equilibria, isotope fractionation, weathering and supergene enrichment of ore deposits, volcanism, crystal morphology, and chemical processes on the sea floor. Three lectures. Prerequisites: one year of college chemistry, G 351 or equivalent or consent of instructor.

 

Ch 312 Quantitative Analysis 4 hrs
A study of the fundamental principles of analytical chemistry. Laboratory work consists of standard titrimetric and gravimetric procedures. Two lectures and two laboratory periods. Prerequisite: Ch 223.

Ch 313 Instrumental Analysis 4 hrs
A study of the use of instrumental methods for quantitative determinations of unknown chemical samples. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period. Prerequisite: Ch 312, Mth 251, Ph 203 or Ph 213or consent of instructor.

Ch 320 Introduction to Forensic Science 3 hrs
An introduction into the theory and practice of physical evidence analysis. Topics include the recognition, identification, and evaluation of physical evidence such as hairs, fibers, drugs, blood, semen, glass, soil, fingerprints, documents. Three lectures. Prerequisite: one year of college chemistry.

Ch 334, 335, 336 Organic Chemistry 4 hrs each term
A study of the chemistry of carbon compounds including their structure, reactions and syntheses. Three lectures and one laboratory. Prerequisite: Ch 223 or consent of instructor; for CH 335 a passing grade in CH 334 is required; for CH 336 a passing grade in CH 335 is required.

Ch 340 Elementary Physical Chemistry 4 hrs
Fundamental principles of physical chemistry with applications in engineering, biological systems and medicine. This course will not count as credit toward a chemistry major. Prerequisite: Ch 223, Ph 203 or Ph 213, or consent of instructor.

Ch 350 Chemical Literature 1 hr
A study of the methods of searching the chemical literature. One lecture session or field trip per week. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: Ch 335 or consent of instructor.

Ch 354 Computational Chemistry 2 hrs
A study of statistical and graphical methods of data analysis, numerical methods of common importance in chemistry, problem solving, information handling and retrieval, and simulation techniques. Prerequisite: two years of college chemistry or consent of instructor.

Ch 360 Nuclear Chemistry 3 hrs
Emphasis will be placed on the atomic nucleus, nuclear properties, nuclear models, radioactivity, nuclear reactions, fission, nuclear reactors and applications of radioactivity. Prerequisites: Ch 223, Ph 213 or consent of instructor.

Ch 370 Selected Topics in Chemistry 1-3 hrs
An introduction to contemporary topics in chemistry. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

Ch 371 Environmental Chemistry 3 hrs
A study of current environmental problems such as stratospheric ozone, greenhouse effect, smog, acid rain, pollution, oil spills and pesticides. Prerequisite: Ch 104, 105, 106 or consent of instructor.

Ch 401 Research 1-3 hrs
Terms and hours to be arranged. May be repeated for credit.

Ch 407 Seminar 1 hr
Group study and discussions concerning the frontiers of chemistry, current research problems, and the interaction of chemistry with other disciplines. Students will be required to present a seminar. Prerequisite: Ch 350.

Ch 408 Workshop 1-15 hrs
Terms and hours to be arranged.

Ch 409 Practicum 1-9 hrs
Terms and hours to be arranged.

Ch 411 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry 3 hrs
A study of the basic principles of inorganic chemistry and the main properties and reaction chemistry of inorganic elements and compounds within the framework of the periodic table. Prerequisite: Ch 223, Mth 254, Ph 213, or consent of instructor.

Ch 412 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry 3 hrs
A study of contemporary bonding theory, coordination chemistry, inorganic reaction mechanisms and organometallic complexes. Not sequential with Ch 411. Prerequisite: Ch 223, Mth 254, Ph 213, or consent of instructor.


Ch 420 Forensic Chemistry 4 hrs
The applications of chemistry to the analysis of physical evidence. Included among the topics will be serology, analysis of arson debris, drugs, explosive residues, gunshot residues, papers and inks, paint chips and DNA. Laboratory techniques will include gas chromatography, mass spectroscopy, atomic absorption spectroscopy, electrophoresis, infrared spectroscopy, liquid and thin-layer chromatography. Two lectures and two laboratory periods per week. Prerequisite: Ch 313 or consent of instructor.

Ch 430, 431, 432 Applications of Forensic Science 2hrs each term
An in-depth examination of subjects in modern forensic science as presented by experts in the field. Topics may chosen from the following: fingerprinting, forensic serology, hair and fiber analysis, arson accelerant and explosives residues, glass comparisons, drug analysis, bullet and cartridge analysis, serial number restoration, document examination, voiceprint identification, polygraphy, DNA analysis, forensic botany, forensic meteorology, forensic toxicology, photography, and forensic psychology. These courses will be taught as topic modules incorporating both lecture and laboratory practice as appropriate. Prerequisite: Ch 320 or consent of the instructor.

Ch 440 Physical Chemistry I 3 hrs
A study of the laws of thermodynamics with emphasis on their application to chemical systems. Topics considered include: thermochemistry, equation of states, kinetic-molecular theory, free energy and chemical equilibrium. Prerequisite: Ch 223, Mth 254, Ph 213.

Ch 441 Physical Chemistry II 3 hrs
A study of solutions, heterogeneous equilibria, electrochemistry, chemical kinetics, elementary quantum and statistical mechanics. Prerequisite: Ch 440.

Ch 442 Physical Chemistry III 3 hrs
A study of molecular structure and bonding, electronic structure of atoms and molecules, rotational, vibration and electronic spectra of molecules. Prerequisite: Ch 441.

Ch 450/550 Biochemistry I 3 hrs
A study of the chemistry of the individual subunits used to construct biological macromolecules and the chemical bonding within the macromolecules. Emphasis will be placed on the structures of carbohydrates, nucleic acids and proteins. Prerequisite: Ch 336 or consent of instructor.

Ch 451/551 Biochemistry II 3 hrs
The study of the function of biological macromolecules with emphasis on the mechanisms of protein-ligand binding, metabolic pathways and regulatory enzyme mechanisms. Prerequisite: Ch 450.

Ch 452/552 Biochemistry Lab 3 hrs
An introduction to the basic laboratory techniques used in biochemistry. Topics will include electrophoresis, spectrophotometry, chromatography, centrifugation techniques, and protein purification. One hour lecture and one four hour lab. A research project will be required for graduate credit. Prerequisite: Ch 336, Ch 450, Mth 251 equivalent or consent of instructor.

Ch 461, 462, 463 Experimental Chemistry 2 hrs each term
An advanced laboratory course devoted to experimental techniques of analytical, inorganic and physical chemistry. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: Ch 440 or consent of instructor.


Ch 470 Advanced Topics in Chemistry 1-3 hrs
In-depth coverage of relevant chemical topics in the areas of analytical, biological, inorganic, organic or physical chemistry. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

Ch 471 Chemical Instrumentation 4 hrs
Theory and operation of instrumentation, including the applications of computer technology, used in modern chemical laboratories. Three lectures and one laboratory. Prerequisite: Ch 313, Ph 203 or Ph 213, Mth 251, 252, or consent of instructor.



Ch 508M Workshop 1-15 hrs
Terms and hours to be arranged.

Ch 570M Selected Topics in Chemistry 1-3 hrs
In-depth coverage of selected current problems in chemistry research: analytical, biological, inorganic, organic or physical chemistry. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.