College of ScienceChemistry
OverviewThe Chemistry Department offers two undergraduate programs: the B.S. in Chemistry and the B.A. in Chemistry. The B.S. curriculum provides the breadth and depth to give graduates a wide choice of career options, including further graduate studies. The Chemistry Department is approved by the American Chemical Society’s Committee on Professional Training and the B.S. degree meets the guidelines for an ACS-certified degree. The B.A. program has fewer required chemistry courses, allowing students to design a chemistry program with more electives to meet a wider set of career goals. The B.A. is often chosen by students who wish to pursue a double major or to take other courses to prepare for professional school, law, or business. Either the B.S. or the B.A. degree is suitable to prepare for high school teaching. The Chemistry Department supports and encourages all chemistry majors to pursue undergraduate research sometime during their degree program. Graduate ProgramThe Department offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees with specializations in many areas of chemistry. (See the Graduate Catalog for further information.) Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Arts
Minor in Chemistry- For students graduating in 2011
Minor in Chemistry- For students graduating in 2012
Satisfactory ProgressUniversity policy requires that students who are making satisfactory progress toward a degree meet minimum criteria toward the Curriculum for Liberal Education (see "Academics" chapter in this catalog), toward the College of Science requirements (see first part of this chapter), and toward the degree in chemistry. Satisfactory progress toward the degree in chemistry requires that: 1) Upon having attempted 72 semester credits (including transfer, advanced placement, advanced standing, credit-by-examination), students must have completed: B.S. in Chemistry
Undergraduate Courses (CHEM)1015-1016: INTRODUCTION TO CHEMISTRYFor students enrolled in curricula other than science or engineering. Chemical principles applied to material, environmental, and life sciences. (Duplicates 1035-1036.) (3H,3C) 1025-1026: INTRODUCTION TO CHEMISTRY LABORATORY Accompanies 1015-1016, where lab work is required in a student's curriculum. Must be taken concurrently and in phase with lecture sequence, 1015-1016. In both semesters, experiments illustrate principles covered in lecture. (Duplicates 1045-1046.) Co: 1015 for 1025; 1016 for 1026. (3L,1C) 1035-1036: GENERAL CHEMISTRY Principles of the science, character of the elements and their more important compounds, solution of chemical problems, and important applications. (Duplicates 1015-1016.) (3H,3C) 1035H,1036H: HONORS GENERAL CHEMISTRY More in-depth treatment of the principles of the science, character of the elements and their more important compounds, solution of chemical problems, and important applications. (Duplicates 1015-1016) (3H,3C) 1045-1046: GENERAL CHEMISTRY LAB Accompanies 1035-1036. Selected experiments illustrate principles taught in lecture. (Duplicates 1025-1026). Co: 1035H, 1035 for 1045; 1036 for 1046. (3L,1C) 1055-1056: GENERAL CHEMISTRY FOR CHEMISTRY MAJORS In depth treatment of chemical bonding, thermodynamics, chemical equilibrium, reaction kinetics, descriptive chemistry of the elements, acid-base chemistry, chemistry of gases, liquids and solids, and other topics. This class is restricted to chemistry majors. Co: 1065 for 1055; 1066, 1066 for 1056. (4H,4C) 1055H-1056H: HONORS GENERAL CHEM FOR MAJORS Co: 1065 for 1055H; 1066, 1066 for 1056H. (4H,4C) 1065-1066: GENERAL CHEMISTRY FOR CHEMISTRY MAJORS LAB Accompanies 1055-1056. Selected experiments illustrate principles taught in lecture. This class is restricted to chemistry majors. Co: 1055 for 1065; 1056 for 1066. (3L,1C) 2114: ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY A first course in analytical chemistry. Topics covered include volumetric and gravimetric analysis, and elementary spectroscopy. Pre: 1036 or 1056. Co: 2124. (3H,3C) 2124: ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY LABORATORY TECHNIQUES AND PRACTICE Practical introduction to wet methods of quantitative chemical analysis based on fundamental chemical principles. Pre: (1046 or 1066), 2114. Co: 2114. (3L,1C) 2154: ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY FOR CHEMISTRY MAJORS A one-semester course in analytical chemistry emphasizing the principles of equilibrium with examples from acid-base, complexation, solubility, and redox chemistry. The course also introduces the principles of spectroscopic, electrochemical, and chromatographic instrumentation. Pre: 1036 or 1036H or 1056 or 1056H. Co: 2164. (4H,4C) 2164: ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY FOR CHEMISTRY MAJORS LAB A one-semester laboratory course in analytical chemistry that provides practical training in wet chemical methods, atomic and molecular spectroscopy, electrochemistry, and separations. Pre: 1046 or 1066. Co: 2154. (3L,1C) 2424: DESCRIPTIVE INORGANIC CHEMISTRY Application of fundamental principles in a systematic study of bonding and reactivity of the elements and their compounds. Pre: 1036 or 1056. (3H,3C) 2514: SURVEY OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY Short course in fundamentals of organic chemistry with emphasis on nomenclature, isomerism, and properties of organic compounds. Compounds of importance to biology and biochemistry stressed. (Prior credit for 2535 precludes credit for this course.) One year of Chemistry required. (3H,3C) 2535-2536: ORGANIC CHEMISTRY Structure, stereochemistry, reactions, and synthesis of organic compounds. Pre: 1036 or 1056 or 1056H or 1036H for 2535; 2535 or (2565 or 2565H) for 2536. (3H,3C) 2545-2546: ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY The laboratory accompanies lectures in organic chemistry 2535 and 2536. Pre: 1046 or 1066 for 2545; 2545 for 2546. Co: 2565, 2535 for 2545; 2536 for 2546. (3L,1C) 2555-2556: ORGANIC SYNTHESIS AND TECHNIQUES LAB Synthesis and characterization of organic compounds using modern laboratory techniques. Pre: 2566 for 2555; 2555 for 2556. (6L,2C) 2555: II; 2556: 2565-2566: PRINCIPLES OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY Organic chemistry for chemistry majors. Structure and reactions of organic compounds, with emphasis on fundamental principles, theories, synthesis, and reaction mechanisms. The subject matter partially duplicates that of 2535-2536; no credit will be given for the duplicated courses. Pre: 1036 or 1056 or 1036H or 1056H for 2565; 2565 for 2566. (3H,3C) 2565H-2566H: PRINCIPLES ORG CHEM More in-depth treatment of organic chemistry for chemistry majors. Structure and reactions of organic compounds, with emphasis on fundamental principles, theories, synthesis, and reaction mechanisms. The subject matter partially duplicates that of 2535-2536; no credit will be given for the duplicated courses. (3H,3C) 2964: FIELD STUDY Pass/Fail only. Variable credit course. 2974: INDEPENDENT STUDY Variable credit course. 2974H: INDEPENDENT STUDY Honors section. Variable credit course. 2984: SPECIAL STUDY Variable credit course. 3615-3616: PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY Principles of thermodynamics, kinetics, and quantum mechanics applied to chemical equilibria, reactivity, and structure. Partly duplicates 4615, cannot receive credit for both 3615 and 4615. Pre: (1036 or 1056), PHYS 2306, MATH 2224 for 3615; 3615, 1036, (PHYS 2306, MATH 2214 or PHYS 2176) for 3616. (3H,3C) 3615: I,II,III; 3616: 3615H-3616H: HONORS PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY Principles of thermodynamics, kinetics, and quantum mechanics applied to chemical equilibria, reactivity, and structure. Partially duplicates 4615, cannot receive credit for both 3615H and 4615. 3615H requires additional work; consult the instructor. Pre: 1036, (PHYS 2306 or PHYS 2176) for 3615H; 3615, 1036, (PHYS 2306, MATH 2214 or PHYS 2176) for 3616H. (3H,3C) I,II,III. 3625-3626: PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY LABORATORY Laboratory study of selected physico-chemical principles and methods. Data acquisition, data analysis, and report writing are stressed. Pre: 3615 or 4615 for 3625; 3616, 3625 for 3626. (3L,1C) 3625: I,II; 3626: 4014: SURVEY OF CHEMICAL LITERATURE Use of the chemical literature as an aid to professional activities. Pre: Junior Major Standing. (1H,1C) I,II. 4074 (MSE 4544): LABORATORY IN POLYMER SCIENCE Experimental techniques used in the synthesis of various linear polymers, copolymers, and crosslinked networks. Determination of polymer molecular weights and molecular weight distribution. Methods used in the thermal, mechanical, and morphological characterization of polymeric systems. Graduate students in chemistry, P/F only. Pre: 3616, 4534. (1H,3L,2C) 4114: INSTRUMENTAL ANALYSIS Principles of instrumental methods including data analysis, phase equilibrium, spectroscopy, and electrochemistry. Applications of modern instrumentation to chemical analyses using chromatography, electrophoresis, atomic and molecular spectroscopy, potentiometry, and voltammetry. Note: Graduate students will not be expected to take the corequisite lab 4124. Pre: 3616. Co: 4124. (3H,3C) 4114H: HONORS INSTRUMENTAL ANALYSIS Pre: 3616. Co: 4124. (3H,3C) 4124: INSTRUMENTAL ANALYSIS LABORATORY Hands-on experience with modern instrumental methods of analysis. Experiments use spectroscopy, electrochemistry, and separations. Co: 4114. (3L,1C) 4404: PHYSICAL INORGANIC CHEMISTRY A study of spectroscopic, bonding, and structural properties of inorganic compounds. I Pre: 3616, 2424. (3H,3C) 4514: GREEN CHEMISTRY Green chemistry applies the principles of prevention of toxic and hazardous waste, and energy efficiency to real world chemical products and processes. Emphasis is on case studies, problem solving, and life cycle analysis. Pre: 2536 or 2566. (3H,3C) 4524: IDENTIFICATION OF ORGANIC COMPOUNDS Structure determination of organic compounds by spectroscopic methods, with an emphasis on mass spectrometry and nuclear magnetic resonance. Course will emphasize problem-solving skills. I. Pre: (2536 or 2566), (3616 or 4616). (3H,3C) 4534: ORGANIC CHEMISTRY OF POLYMERS Structure, synthesis, and basic characteristics of the major classes of polymerization reactions including step-growth (condensation) and chain growth (addition), free radical, and ionic mechanisms. Pre: 2536 or 2566. (3H,3C) 4554: DRUG CHEMISTRY Structure, synthesis, and physiological effects of major classes of pharmaceutical agents including CNS depressants and stimulants, analgesics, anesthetics, cardiovascular agents, chemotherapeutic drugs, and oral contraceptives. Pre: 2536 or 2566. (3H,3C) II. 4615-4616: PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY FOR THE LIFE SCIENCES Principles of thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, and chemical bonding for students in the life sciences. 4615: Laws and applications of thermodynamics. 4616: Chemical kinetics and chemical bonding including spectroscopy. Partly duplicates 3615, cannot receive credit for 3615 and 4615. Pre: One year of chemistry, physics, and calculus. Pre: (1036 or 1056 or 1056H), (MATH 1026 or MATH 2015), (PHYS 2206 or PHYS 2306) for 4615; (1036 or 1056 or 1056H), (MATH 2016 or MATH 2224 or MATH 2214), (PHYS 2206 or PHYS 2306) for 4616. (3H,3C) I,II. 4634 (MSE 4534): POLYMER AND SURFACE CHEMISTRY Physical chemical fundamentals of polymers and surfaces including adhesives and sealants. Pre: 3615 or 4615. (3H,3C) II. 4654: ADHESIVE AND SEALANT SCIENCE Introduction to the fundamental and practical aspects of adhesives and sealants. Emphasis on synthesis of polymeric adhesive and sealant molecules, determination of physical properties of adhesives and sealants, chemical and physical characteristics of adherend surfaces, and mechanical behavior and durability of bonded systems – including metals, composites, polymers, and wood. I Pre: (3615 or 4615). (3H,3C) 4964: FIELD STUDY Pass/Fail only. Variable credit course. 4974: INDEPENDENT STUDY Variable credit course. 4974H: INDEPENDENT STUDY Honors section. Variable credit course. 4984: SPECIAL STUDY Variable credit course. X-grade allowed. 4994: UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH Variable credit course. 4994H: UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH Honors section. Variable credit course. 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