CHEMISTRY

Professors Hollis (Chair), G. Steehler; Associate Professors V. Miller; Assistant Professors K.Anderson, Brenzovich, Johann, Sarisky; Teaching Associate Livingston; Visiting Assistant Professor Zilinskas; Visiting Instructor Sibert

Three major programs are offered by the Department: The B.A. in Chemistry, the B.S. in Chemistry, and the B.S. in Biochemistry.

The B.A. requires 9.5 units of chemistry, including Chemistry 111, 112, 221, 222, 331, 332, 350, 280 (1/2), - and two additional CHEM courses numbered 250 or higher. Math 121 and 122 and two units of physics with lab are prerequisites for Chemistry 331, which is required for all chemistry majors.

The B.S. in Chemistry requires 12.5 units in chemistry, including Chemistry 111, 112, 221, 222, 260, 331, 332, 341, 350, 280 (1/2), one unit of research at the 400-level, one unit of another advanced course (342, 420, 430, 460, or 499), and one additional CHEM course numbered 250 or higher. Math 121 and 122 and two units of physics with lab are prerequisites for Chemistry 331, which is required for all chemistry majors. Students who complete this program are certified by the American Chemical Society.

The B.S. in Biochemistry requires 12.5 units in chemistry and biology, including Chemistry 111, 112, 221, 222, 331, 341, 342, 280 (1 /2), Biology 120, 210, 315, and either 380 or 400. Students must also complete one of these two options:  either one unit of research in either CHEM or BIOL that culminating in a formal paper and oral defense, or one additional unit of CHEM numbered 250 or higher.  Math 121 and 122 and two units of physics with lab are prerequisites for Chemistry 331, which is required for all chemistry and biochemistry majors. Biochemistry majors may receive certification from the American Chemical Society by taking three additional chemistry courses. See the Chair of the Chemistry Department for details.

Chemistry and Biochemistry majors are strongly encouraged to do research; students wishing to strengthen their programs of study are advised to take advanced level courses in chemistry, mathematics, or other sciences.

Minor in Chemistry

The minor in chemistry requires six units in chemistry, including Chemistry 111, 112, 221, and any other three chemistry units at or above the 200 level which may apply towards a major in Chemistry.

111, 112 General Chemistry I and II

The introductory course in chemistry. (Required for all chemistry, biochemistry, pre-medical, pre-dental, pharmacy, and paramedical students. Recommended for all science majors.) (1, 1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.; Laboratory: 3 hrs/wk.

200 Laboratory Safety
An exploration of all aspects of safety in the laboratory including hazards and regulations associated with chemicals, equipment, and procedures, waste disposal, PPE, and laboratory design. Students will analyze safety requirements in their intended post graduation workplace: high school classroom, industrial employment, or graduate research laboratory. (1/2)
Lecture: 1.5 hrs/wk.
Pre-requisite: CHEM 221 and permission. 

205 Research Experience
A research project in chemistry or biochemistry.  May not be used to satisfy the BA Chemistry elective or BS chemistry research requirement.  May be repeated for credit.  (1/2)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: Permission of the Department.

221, 222 Organic Chemistry I and II
A study of the chemistry of the compounds of carbon. Fundamental concepts of chemical bonding are employed to develop chemical models and to correlate structure-property relationships within and among the various classes of carbon compounds. (1, 1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.; Laboratory: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: CHEM 112.

260 Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry
A study of the elements and their compounds. The properties of these substances, spanning the entire periodic table, will be described and explained through the connections to chemical theories and concepts. The occurrence, isolation, uses, and compounds of elements will be explored. Biochemical and industrial applications will be considered. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk; Laboratory: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: CHEM 112.

270 Environmental Chemistry
A study of the sources, reactions, transport and fate of chemicals in air, water, and soil environments as well as the effects of these compounds on human health and the natural environment. The chemistry of both natural and anthropogenic processes will be examined. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk; Laboratory: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: CHEM 112.

 280 Sophomore Seminar: Communicating Chemistry
Scientific communication skills: Literature searching skills, written and oral scientific presentation skills. Introduction to research methods: Planning and organizing a research project, data analysis techniques. (1/2)
Lecture: 1 1/2 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: CHEM 221.

299 Special Topics in Chemistry
The study of a special topic in chemistry that is not normally offered. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: Permission.

331, 332 Physical Chemistry I & II
The physical aspects of chemical phenomena, including the properties of solids, liquids, gases and solutions; thermodynamics; kinetics; electrochemistry; and elementary quantum theory. (1, 1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.; Laboratory: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: CHEM 112, MATH 122, and two units of physics.

340 Pharmaceutical Chemistry
A study of the chemistry of pharmaceuticals, with emphasis on the molecular-level interactions between drugs and the body. Drug metabolism, drug-receptor interactions, and drug development are explored with case studies including cancer drugs, opiates, and antibiotics. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: CHEM 222.  

341, 342 Biochemistry I & II
A study of the major macromolecules found in biological systems with an emphasis on structure/function relationships, as well as the role of each class in central and secondary metabolic processes. (1, 1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk; Laboratory: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: CHEM 222.

350 Instrumental Analysis
The theory and practice of the principal methods of instrumental analysis. Areas include electrochemistry, chromatography (GC and LC), spectroscopic methods (UV-Vis, IR, NMR), mass spectrometry, X-ray analysis, and atomic absorption.  (Offered in alternate years.) (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.; Laboratory: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: CHEM 331. 

399 Special Topics in Chemistry
The study of a special topic in chemistry that is not normally offered. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: Permission.

405, 406, 407 Independent Study and Research
A research project in chemistry or biochemistry that results in the production of a scholarly paper and an oral presentation.  May be repeated for credit.   (1/2, 1, 1/2)
Prerequisite: Permission of the Department.

416 Internship
Practical experience in a setting where chemistry is applied, under the guidance of a member of the chemistry department faculty. (1)
Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing and permission of Department.

420 Advanced Organic Chemistry
An in-depth study of selected topics in organic chemistry, with particular emphasis on physical organic chemistry. (Offered in alternate years.) (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.; Laboratory: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: CHEM 222 and 331. 

430 Advanced Physical Chemistry
The relations of atomic and molecular theory to the development of modern chemical bonding concepts. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisite: CHEM 332.

460 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
Advanced topics in inorganic chemistry with an emphasis on bonding and structure. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: CHEM 222 and 331.
(Offered in alternate years.)

495, 496, 497 Honors Project
A program of independent study culminating in a paper, artistic creation, or performance.
Prerequisite: To qualify for consideration to receive honors in the major a student in his/her senior year or in the Summer prior to the senior year must work under the guidance of his/her committee. A written proposal and application must be approved by the committee and the Department .A minimum GPA of 3.4 in the major is required. (1/2, 1, 1/2)

499 Special Topics in Chemistry
The study of a special topic in chemistry that is not normally offered. (1)
Lecture: 3 hrs/wk.
Prerequisites: Permission.