CHEM 111      Physical Basis Of Chemistry
An introductory course in the basic principles applicable to chemistry for students who intend to take but are not adequately prepared to take Chemistry 211. The emphasis is on quantitative relationships and problem solving.
Credits: 3 hours
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CHEM 115      Elements Of Chemistry I
A one-term course in general chemistry with special emphasis on organic chemistry and biochemistry. A terminal course that does not meet requirements as a prerequisite for any higher level chemistry course. Corequisite: CHEM 115L. Three hours of lecture each week, one hour of discussion each week. Fall, Winter.
Credits: 4 hours
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CHEM 160      Chemistry, Society, And The Environment
This course is intended to offer a survey of chemical and scientific concepts surrounding current issues. The emphasis will be on the application of fundamental chemical knowledge to allow a full understanding of these issues in the context of currently known facts and theories. Through classroom discussion and application of the scientific method, the ramifications of the issues will be examined. Topics will include pollution, the importance of the chemical industry, its responsibilities to society, and other items of current scientific and environmental interest.
Credits: 3 hours
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CHEM 206      Human Nutrition
Introduction to nutrition for health and wellness and the use of chemical energy in the breakdown and synthesis of biomolecules. Nutrition as it applies to a variety of life situations from infancy to older adults. Learning encompasses elements of anatomy and physiology related to nutrition and health.
Credits: 3 hours
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CHEM 211      General Chemistry I
Stoichiometry, gas laws, thermochemistry, atomic structure, molecular shapes and bonding theories. Prerequisites: or corequisite Math 110 or equivalent Restrictions: corequisite CHEM 211L Offered: Each Term
Credits: 4 hours
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CHEM 212      Experimental General Chemistry II
Introduction to analysis and synthesis. Descriptive chemistry of the more common elements. Three hours per week. Prerequisites: CHEM 211 and CHEM 211L or equivalent (each with a C-or better) Restrictions: corequisite CHEM 212R Offered: Each Term
Credits: hours
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CHEM 311      Laboratory Safety And Health I
An introduction to laboratory safety and health. Topics to be discussed include good laboratory practice; laboratory hazards; safe chemical handling, storage and disposal; first aid; protective equipment; and federal regulations. Prerequisite: Chemistry 320 or CHEM 321, or equivalent. Fall.
Credits: 1 hours
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CHEM 320      Elementary Organic Chemistry
A one-semester course covering both aliphatic and aromatic fields designed to satisfy requirements for dental schools, medical technology programs, six-year medical programs, pharmacy schools, biology majors. Prerequisite: CHEM 211 CHEM 211L and CHEM 212 CHEM 212L or their equivalents (each with a C-or better). Restrictions: corequisite CHEM 320L Offered: Winter, Summer
Credits: 4 hours
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CHEM 321      Organic Chemistry I
The two terms (CHEM 321, CHEM 322R) constitute an integrated unit in which the chemistry of aliphatic, aromatic, and some heterocyclic compounds are studied. The study begins with simple monofunctional compounds and ends with polyfunctional natural products. Prerequisites: CHEM 211 CHEM 211L and CHEM 212 CHEM 212L or their equivalents (each with a C-or better). Restrictions: corequisite CHEM 321L Offered: Each Term
Credits: 3 hours
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CHEM 322      Organic Chemistry Laboratory II
CHEM 322L is an extension of CHEM 321L. CHEM 322L builds from the basic techniques, procedures, and writing to more advanced organic operations. Prerequisite: CHEM 321 and CHEM 321L or equivalent (each with a C-or better) Restrictions: corequisite CHEM 322R Offered: Each Term
Credits: hours
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CHEM 330      Elementary Physical Chemistry
An introductory course in the principles of physical chemistry for students who have not had calculus. Prerequisites: CHEM 320, CHEM 322R or CHEM H322R, college physics, and a good background in algebra and trigonometry. Three lecture hours a week. Fall.
Credits: 3 hours
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CHEM 341      Analytical Chemistry I: Quantitative Analysis
Principles of gravimetric, volumetric, electrolytic, and other methods of analysis. Prerequisites: CHEM 212R or CHEM H214, and Math 120. Two lectures and six laboratory hours a week. Offered: Every Fall; Winter term in odd years.
Credits: 4 hours
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CHEM 345      Instrumental Analysis
An introductory course on the use of instruments for chemical analysis with particular reference to applications of interest to medical technologists and other students in the sciences. Emphasis will be placed on optical, electrochemical and separation methods. Prerequisites: CHEM 320, CHEM 341, or their equivalents. (Does not meet requirements for an A.C.S. certified degree). Two lectures and three laboratory hours each week.
Credits: hours
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CHEM 367      Bioorganic Chemistry
An examination into the current topics at the interface between chemistry and biology. Emphasis will be on the current literature and will include such topics as nucleic acid chemistry, protein chemistry, and carbohydrate chemistry. Prerequisites: CHEM 321 CHEM 321L and CHEM 322 CHEM 322L or their equivalents_(each with a C-or better) Offered: Fall
Credits: 3 hours
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CHEM 382      Inorganic And Organic Synthesis
A number of inorganic, organic, and organometallic compounds will be prepared using a variety of synthetic techniques. Prerequisites: CHEM 321 CHEM 321L and CHEM 322 CHEM 322L or their equivalents. (each with a C-or better Offered: Fall
Credits: 2 hours
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CHEM 387      Environmental Chemistry I
A survey of how chemical principles can be applied to the environment. Included will be topics in aquatic chemistry, atmospheric chemistry and chemistry of the geosphere and soil. Prerequisites: CHEM 320 OR CHEM 322. Offered: Winter Semester.
Credits: 3 hours
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CHEM 390      Special Topics In Chemistry
This course will focus on an area of chemistry of contemporary significance. The amount of credit is to be determined by arrangement with the department. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies but no more than three hours of credit may be applied to major course requirements. Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and either Chemistry 320, 322R or H322R. On demand.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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CHEM 395      Directed Readings In Chemistry
Intensive readings in areas of joint interest to the enrolled student and the cooperating faculty member. Readings may not duplicate or substitute for current course offerings. Prerequisites: CHEM 320 CHEM 320L or CHEM 321 CHEM 321L and CHEM 322/322L or their equivalents. (each with a C-or better). Restrictions: permission of supervising faculty member Offered: By Arrangement
Credits: 1-3 hours
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CHEM 399      Intro To Research
Special problems to introduce undergraduate chemistry majors to research methods. A comprehensive written report is required and a copy of the report is to be retained in the chemistry office. May be taken only after consultation with a member of the chemistry staff. Prerequisite: CHEM 212R or CHEM H214. Semester offered: Every semester
Credits: 1,3 hours
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CHEM 410      Chemical Literature
A systematic introduction to the efficient use of the chemical literature. Topics will include both classical search methods and computer search methods. Prerequisites: CHEM 320 CHEM 320L or CHEM 321 CHEM 321L and CHEM 322 CHEM 322L or their equivalents. (each with a C-or better). Offered: Fall
Credits: 1 hours
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