Courses

CH 103.    FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY WITH LAB    4
This course supplements the lectures of Chemistry 101 with a lab experience. Experiments are performed which illustrate the concepts presented in the lecture and problem sessions. May not be used to satisfy major or minor requirements in chemistry or biology-chemistry. Prerequisite: QR1. (Fulfills QR2 and natural sciences requirements.)

CH 105.    CHEMICAL PRINCIPLES I    4
First of a two-course sequence in which students learn fundamental principles of chemistry; appropriate for students who intend to major in the natural sciences. Topics include atomic and molecular structure, chemical reactions, periodic relationships, mass relationships, introductory thermodynamics, and properties of gases. Laboratory experiments serve to illustrate concepts learned in the classroom. Prerequisites: two years of high school algebra, one year of high-school chemistry or CH103, and QR1. Three hours of lecture-discussion and one three-hour lab per week. (Fulfills QR2 and natural sciences requirements.)    S. Frey, M. Frey, S. Stitzel, R. Nagarajan

CH 105H.    CHEMICAL PRINCIPLES    4
First of a two-course sequence that offers highly motivated students with strong backgrounds in chemistry the opportunity to study fundamental principles of chemistry in greater depth and breadth than in CH105. Students interested in taking this course should register for CH105. All students enrolled in CH105 will take a readiness exam on the first day of classes to assist the department in advising them for which course, CH105 or CH105H, they are best prepared. Following the exam, students eligible to enroll in CH105H will be given the opportunity to do so. Topics include those listed under CH105 plus emphasis on chemical bonding theories. Laboratory experiments serve to illustrate concepts learned in the classroom. Prerequisites: two years of high school algebra, one year of high school chemistry or CH103, and QR1; successful com pletion of the readiness exam. Three hours of lecture-discussion and one three-hour lab per week. (Fulfills QR2 and natural sciences requirements.)    S. Frey, M. Frey, S. Stitzel, R. Nagarajan

CH 106.    CHEMICAL PRINCIPLES II    4
Continuation of CH 105. Students continue to learn fundamental principles of chemistry that describe the properties of solutions, kinetics, equilibria, acids and bases, electrochemistry, and thermodynamics. Laboratory experiments serve to illustrate concepts learned in the classroom. Prerequisites: CH105 or 105H. Three hours of lecture-discussion and one three-hours lab per week.    S. Frey, M. Frey, S. Stitzel, R. Nagarajan

CH 106H.    CHEMICAL PRINCIPLES II    4
Continuation of CH105H; offers highly motivated students with strong chemistry backgrounds the continued opportunity to explore fundamental principles of chemistry in greater depth and breadth than is possible in CH106. Topics include those listed under CH106 and an introduction to the instructor's area of expertise. Laboratory experiments serve to illustrate concepts learned in the classroom. Prerequisites: CH105 or 105H. Three hours of lecture-discussion and one three-hour lab per week.    S. Frey, M. Frey, S. Stitzel, R. Nagarajan

CH 107H.    INTENSIVE GENERAL CHEMISTRY HONORS    4
Study of the fundamental concepts of chemistry for motivated students who have a strong background in chemistry and intend to major in the natural sciences. Topics include atomic theory, chemical equilibria, acids and bases, electrochemistry, kinetics and bonding theories. Emphasis is placed on active student participation and class discussion of course material. In addition, students are required to carry out an honors project (e.g., a written paper or poster) that involves library research on a topic in chemistry, proper citation of sources, and formal presentation to chemistry faculty and students. Laboratory experiments emphasize modern research techniques and instrumentation and prepare students for exploratory lab projects at the honors level that students complete during the last two weeks of the semester. Training in scientific writing will be an integral part of the laboratory experiences. Three hours of lecture-discussion and three hours of laboratory a week. Prerequisites: Consent of the department based on an online diagnostic exam administered during the summer, and QR1 results. Prepares students for CH207H and CH221. (Fulfills the natural science and QR2 requirements.)    S. Frey, R. Nagarajan

CH 110.    CHEMISTRY OF FOODS AND FLAVORS WITH LAB    4
A study of the chemical makeup of food and nutrients, and their biochemical functions. Different food processing techniques and their effects on the chemical, physical, and biological properties of food will be discussed. The chemical basis of flavor, composition of some common flavor ingredients, and the role of flavor in nutrient assimilation will be explored. Three hours of lecture and three hours of lab per week. Prerequisite: QR1. (Fulfills natural sciences requirement; fulfills QR2 requirement.)

CH 111.    ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY    3
A study of fundamental chemical principles as they relate to environmental issues such as air pollution, acid rain, global warming, destruction of the ozone layer, the production and consumption of energy, and water pollution. A basic understanding of chemical principles and practices is necessary to fully appreciate the scope and complexity of current global environmental issues. Specific examples of international environmental problems are presented as case studies to reinforce the course material. Chemical concepts such as atomic structure, bonding, themodynamics, nuclear chemistry, and chemical reactivity are introduced as they pertain to particular environmental issues. Prerequisite: QR1. (Fulfills QR2 requirement.)    S. Frey, J. Halstead, S. Stitzel

CH 112.    ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY WITH LAB    4
A study of fundamental chemical principles as they relate to environmental issues such as air pollution, acid rain, global warming, destruction of the ozone layer, the production and consumption of energy, and water pollution. A basic understanding of chemical principles and practices is necessary to fully appreciate the scope and complexity of current global environmental issues. Specific examples of international environmental problems are presented as case studies to reinforce the course material. Chemical concepts such as atomic structure, bonding, themodynamics, nuclear chemistry, and chemical reactivity are introduced as they pertain to particular environmental issues. Laboratory exercises that relate to the environmental issues presented in lectures serve to reinforce students' understanding of the underlying chemical principles. Prerequisites: QR1. (Fulfills QR2 and natural sciences requirements.)    S. Frey, J. Halstead, S. Stitzel

CH 207H.    INTERMEDIATE TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY    4
Intermediate-level, topic-based, honors courses that offer highly motivated students the opportunity to refine their critical thinking and quantitative problem-solving skills while examining an area of special interest in the field of chemistry. Specific topics may vary from year to year. The topic offered during a given semester is listed in master schedule. Descriptions of the various topics can be found on the Chemistry Department's Web site. Three hours of lecture-discussion and one three-hour lab per week. Prerequisites: CH107 or permission of the department.    The Department

CH 221.    ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I    5
The structures, physical properties, reactivity, and reaction mechanisms of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons are investigated. The lab introduces the student to synthesis, purification, and chemical and spectroscopic methods of characterizing organic compounds. Prerequisite: CH106, 106H, or 107H. Three hours of lecture-discussion, and four hours of lab a week.    R. Giguere, K. Cetto

CH 222.    ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II    5
The structure, physical properties, reactivity, and reaction mechanisms of important organic functional groups are investigated. The lab work focuses on structure determination and synthesis projects. Prerequisite: CH221. Three hours of lecture-discussion and four hours of lab a week.    R. Giguere, K. Cetto

CH 251.    TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY    4
Topically organized course based on a subfield of chemistry at the intermediate level. The specific topic examined may differ from year to year. In the laboratory section, students will learn basic methods of experimentation and instrumental analysis specific to the subfield. 3 hours of lecture-discussion and 3 hours of lab a week. Prerequisite: CH106 or 106H.    The Department

CH 299.    PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP IN CHEMISTRY    3
Internship opportunity for students whose curricular foundations and cocurricular experience have prepared them for professional work related to the major field. With faculty sponsorship and departmental approval, students may extend their educational experience into such areas as chemical research, environmental or material science, or chemical engineering. Prerequisite: complete CH106.

CH 301.    POLYMER CHEMISTRY    3
Introduction to all types of polymers with emphasis on organic polymers. Mechanisms of polymerization reactions, the characterization of products, and the technological application of polymers will be discussed. Additionally, the student will be introduced systematically to the historical and current literature in the field. Prerequisite: CH222.

CH 303.    MODERN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY    5
This course describes modern analytical chemistry techniques for the separation, identification, and quantitation of chemical entities with an emphasis on instrumental methods. Sampling techniques and statistical treatment of data are also discussed. Prerequisites: CH221. Three hours of lecture-discussion and four hours of lab a week.    S. Stitzel

CH 313.    INORGANIC CHEMISTRY    3
A study of the modern theories of atomic structure and chemical bonding as they pertain to inorganic systems. Topics include symmetry and group theory, bonding in ionic, covalent, and metallic substances, acid-base concepts, and coordination chemistry. Prerequisites: CH330 or 332 or permission of the instructor.    S. Frey

CH 314.    INORGANIC CHEMISTRY WITH LAB    5
A study of the modern theories of atomic structure and chemical bonding as they pertain to inorganic systems. Topics include symmetry and group theory, bonding in ionic, covalent, and metallic substances, acid-base concepts, and coordination chemistry. Prerequisites: CH330 or 332 or permission of the instructor.    S. Frey

CH 323.    ADVANCED ORGANIC CHEMISTRY    3
A study of the advanced synthetic methodology and mechanistic theory of organic chemistry. Three hours of lecture-discussion a week. Prerequisite: CH222.    R. Giguere

CH 324.    ADVANCED ORGANIC CHEMISTRY WITH LAB    5
A study of the advanced synthetic methodology and mechanistic theory of organic chemistry. Students in the lab learn to work on projects in organic synthesis using modern instrumentation techniques. Three hours of lecture-discussion and 4 hours of lab per week. Prerequisite: CH222.    R. Giguere

CH 330.    PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY I    3
The fundamental principles and concepts of equilibrium thermodynamics including entropy, energy, temperature, heat, work, and chemical potential. Applications include chemical reactions, phase changes, environmental science, and biochemical systems. Three hours of lecture-discussion per week. This nonlab course may be used to satisfy a requirement for the chemistry major with biochemistry concentration but may not be used to satisfy any requirements for the chemistry major. CH330 is the same as the lecture-discussion component of CH332. Prerequisites: CH106, MA113, PY208.    J. Halstead

CH 331.    PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY II    3
The fundamental principles of kinetic theory, reaction kinetics, statistical thermodynamics, chemical application of quantum mechanics, bonding, molecular spectroscopy and structure. Three hours of lecture-discussion a week. Prerequisite: CH330 or 332 or permission of the department.    J. Halstead

CH 332.    PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY I WITH LAB    5
The fundamental principles and concepts of equilibrium thermodynamics including entropy, energy, temperature, heat, work, and chemical potential. Applications include chemical reactions, phase changes, environmental science, and biochemical systems. Lab experiments provide opportunities for quantitative experimental investigation of thermodynamic systems, including studies of heat exchange, chemical equilibrium, and phase equilibrium. Three hours of lecture-discussion and four hours of lab a week. Prerequisites: CH222 or 303, MA113, PY208.    J. Halstead

CH 333.    PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY II WITH LAB    5
The fundamental principles of kinetic theory, reaction kinetics, statistical thermodynamics, chemical application of quantum mechanics, bonding, molecular spectroscopy, and structure. Lab and computer based experiments provide an opportunity for quantitative experimental investigation of phenomena such as reaction rates, transport properties, bonding, and spectroscopy. Three hours of lecture-discussion, four hours of lab a week. Prerequisite: CH330 or 332 or permission of the department.    J. Halstead

CH 340.    BIOCHEMISTRY: MACROMOLECULAR STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION    3
A study of the organic, physical, and biological chemistry of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, and enzymes. Structure-function relationships are explored at the molecular level using structural geometry and chemical reactivity concepts. Prerequisite: CH222. Three hours of lecture-discussion a week.    M. Frey, R. Nagarajan

CH 341.    BIOCHEMISTRY: MACROMOLECULAR STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION WITH LAB    5
A study of the organic, physical, and biological chemistry of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, and enzymes. Structure-function relationships are explored at the molecular level using structural geometry and chemical reactivity concepts. The lab includes modern techniques for the purification, characterization, and identification of biomolecules. Prerequisite: CH222. Three hours of lecture-discussion and four hours of lab a week.    M. Frey, R. Nagarajan

CH 342.    BIOCHEMISTRY: INTERMEDIARY METABOLISM    3
Intermediary metabolism, bioenergetics, and the nature of enzyme-catalyzed reactions are discussed. Prerequisite: CH340 or 341. Three hours of lecture-discussion a week.    M. Frey, R. Nagarajan

CH 351, 352.    SPECIAL TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY    3, 3
Advanced topics in chemistry will be offered to either small groups of students or on an individual basis, allowing the student to study in depth areas of the science that are not covered in the regular course offerings. Prerequisite: CH222 and permission of the department.

CH 353.    TOPICS IN ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY    3
An advanced study of selected global, national, and local topics in environmental chemistry. Possible topics include stratospheric ozone cycle, global climate changes, tropospheric smog, acid deposition, nutrient cycling, alkalinity, eutrophication, water treatment, and hazardous wastes. Prerequisite: CH221. Three hours of lecture-discussion per week.

CH 355.    PEER-TUTORING IN CHEMISTRY LABORATORY    2
A course designed to introduce students to techniques of laboratory instruction and management. Students will participate in teaching laboratory sessions of first- and second-year chemistry courses and will receive training in preparation and delivery of pre-lab lectures, interaction with students in a supervisory role, safety issues in laboratory management, and assessment of experimental and written works by students. Open to seniors majoring in chemistry or chemistry with biochemistry concentration. Prerequisite: Permission of the department.    The Department

CH 371, 372.    CAPSTONE IN CHEMISTRY: STUDENT-FACULTY COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH    3, 3
An elective course offered to upper level students who are interested in pursuing chemical research. Students work in collaboration with their faculty mentors to learn advanced techniques and protocols specific to their research fields. Students develop a research project in collaboration with a faculty mentor. Students who intend to seek advanced degrees are particularly encouraged to take this course. CH371 and 372 are required for consideration for Honors in Chemistry. Prerequisite: Permission of the department.

CH 375.    LITERATURE INVESTIGATION IN CHEMISTRY    3
Students prepare an in-depth written report on a current topic in chemistry or biochemistry. The chemical literature is investigated by both traditional methods and modern computer-based techniques. Individual and group conferences throughout the semester, as well as oral presentations are required. Prerequisite: Permission of the department.

CH 377, 378.    SENIOR SEMINAR IN CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY    1,1
One-credit seminar courses designed to teach communication skills relating to scientific research. The courses include presentations by students, faculty, and guest speakers as well as discussion of current chemical literature. Both courses are required of all senior chemistry majors. Offered on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis only. Each of these courses may be repeated once for credit.

CH 399.    PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP IN CHEMISTRY    3 or 6
Professional experience at an advanced level for juniors and seniors with substantial academic and cocurricular experience in the major field. With faculty sponsorship and department approval, students may extend their educational experience into such areas as chemical research, environmental or material science, or chemical engineering. Only three semester hours may count toward the major. Prerequisites: CH303 and one additional 300-level course in chemistry.