Courses

Fall 2002
Winter 2003
Spring 2003

Courses offered Fall 2002

CHEM 003 CHEMISTRY IN THE ANCIENT WORLD

Glass, pottery, soap, cosmetics, dyes, pigments, and the winning of metal from ores in ancient civilizations, examined from a modern chemical perspective. Introduction to the scientific method of thought.  Lab Fee $50.

CHEM 011 GENERAL CHEMISTRY I

This course is the first of a two-term sequence designed to introduce students to the most fundamental concepts of chemistry. It emphasizes chemical properties and reactions, thermochemistry, stoichiometry and quantitative problem solving; in general, a thorough explanation of atomic structure and a thorough introduction to both ionic and covalent chemical bonding. The properties of the gas, liquid and solid phases of matter are also explored. The periodic table of the chemical elements is constantly emphasized in the development of these topics. There is one three-hour laboratory per week. Lab Fee $75.

CHEM 031 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I

Organic Chemistry I is the first term of a three-term sequence of courses designed to cover the fundamental concepts of the subject. A basic understanding of nomenclature, stereochemistry, structure-reactivity relationships and reaction mechanisms is developed. The chemistry of alkanes, alkenes and alkynes is thoroughly explored. The content of this course serves as a foundation for the concepts presented during the second and third terms. One three-hour laboratory per week is required. Lab Fee $75.

CHEM 099 INDEPENDENT LABORATORY

One-unit laboratory course primarily for transfer students to make up lower division laboratory as needed for equivalency with Chemistry 5, 6, 9, 10, 35, 36, and/or 37. Lab Fee $75.

CHEM 111 INSTRUMENTAL ANALYSIS I

Principles and use of instruments. Ultraviolet, visible infrared, nuclear magnetic resonance, atomic absorption, and mass spectroscopy. Gas and high-performance liquid chromatography.Laboratory: three hours per week. Lab Fee $100.

CHEM 151 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY I

Physical chemistry provides the underlying theory for all chemical phenomena. Topics in this term include ideal and real gas equations of state, fundamental laws of thermodynamics, ideal and real solutions, phase equilibria, and electrochemistry. Four hours of lab per week. Lab Fee $100.

CHEM 182 UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH

Execution of an experimental or theoretical research project supervised by chemistry faculty. Students may enroll for 1, 2, or 3 units of credit. Each unit requires a minimum of 30 hours of laboratory or computational work. For the ACS Certified degree, the written thesis and oral presentation are normally included in the third unit of credit.

CHEM 199 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN CHEMISTRY

Detailed investigation and directed reading on advanced topics, under the close supervision of a faculty member. Permission of the Dean, Department Chair, and Instructor must be obtained before registration.

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Courses Offered Winter 2003

Chem 007 The Science of War

Upon completion of the course, each student should have an understanding of how conventional, chemical, biological and nuclear weapons work and the potential long term impacts on humans and the environment.

CHEM 012 General Chemistry II

Chem 6 is the second half of a two term sequence in general chemistry. Subjects include general properties of solutions, colligative properties, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium with particular applications to acids and bases. Then follows chemical thermodynamics and electrochemistry. Several lectures deal with special topics chosen at the discretion of the instructor. There is one three-hour laboratory per week. Lab Fee $75.

CHEM 032 Organic Chemistry II

A continuation of Chemistry 35. Topics include spectroscopy, nucleophilic substitution and elimination reactions, the chemistry of ethers, alcohols and carbonyl compounds. There is one three-hour laboratory per week. Lab Fee $75.

CHEM 099 Independent Laboratory

One-unit laboratory course primarily for transfer students to make up lower division laboratory as needed for equivalency with Chemistry 5, 6, 9, 10, 35, 36, and/or 37. Lab Fee $75.

CHEM 112 Instrumental Analysis II

Selected electrochemical and thermoanalytical methods, advanced spectroscopic applications, and x-ray diffraction. Laboratory: three hours per week. Prerequisites: Chem 101, 111, 120, 153. Lab Fee $100.

CHEM 120 COMPUTER APPLICATION IN CHEMISTRY

This course is designed for junior chemistry majors so that they will attain computer skills which are needed in upper division chemistry courses. Emphasis is on programming and spreadsheet applications in chemistry. Includes computer methods in searching the chemical literature.

CHEM 141 Biochemistry I

This course is appropriate for any student in Chemistry, Biology, Combined Sciences or comparable background who wants to understand the chemical reasons for the behavior of biological molecules. Some overlap of course content with Biology 174 occurs, but with a very different emphasis on chemical mechanisms, energetics, and structure, so students who have had this course are welcome. Biochemistry I will focus on introductory material, protein structure and function, enzymology, and metabolism of carbohydrates. No laboratory.

CHEM 152 Physical Chemistry II

This course is a continuation of the physical chemistry sequence, and is required of all chemistry majors. Topics include chemical kinetics, elementary quantum mechanics and fundamentals of spectroscopy. No Laboratory.

CHEM 182 Undergraduate Research

Execution of an experimental or theoretical research project supervised by chemistry faculty. Students may enroll for 1, 2, or 3 units of credit. Each unit requires a minimum of 30 hours of laboratory or computational work. For the ACS Certified degree, the written thesis and oral presentation are normally included in the third unit of credit.

CHEM 199 Independent Study In Chemistry

Detailed investigation and directed reading on advanced topics, under the close supervision of a faculty member. Permission of the Dean, Department Chair, and Instructor must be obtained before registration.

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Courses Being Offered Spring 2003

CHEM 001 CHEMISTRY AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Basic chemical concepts related to environmental issues such as global warming, acid rain, ozone depletion, waste and resource management. There is a laboratory. Lab Fee $50.

CHEM 013 QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS

This course emphasizes laboratory. Each student is given six vials, is told what chemical is in each one, and is required to measure (using instruments and wet chemistry) exactly how much of that chemical is in the vial. The lecture helps the student understand what happens in the lab: Lab Procedures and Statistics; Equilibria in Acids and Bases; Equilibria for Oxidizing and Reducing Agents; Spectrophotometry; Potentiometry. One four hour laboratory per week. Two midterms and a cumulative final. Half of grade depends on laboratory. Lab Fee $75.

CHEM 014 INORGANIC CHEMISTRY

This course is required for chemistry majors; it is usually taken during the freshman or sophomore year so it precedes the junior-level advanced courses. Description of the representative metals, transition metals, nonmetals, and the noble gases. Crystal structure. Introduction to the chemical literature. Laboratory 3 hrs/wk. Lab Fee $75.

CHEM 033 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY III

This third quarter of a year-long organic chemistry sequence is generally considered the most interesting, both in lecture and lab. Included among the varied topics are conjugated polyene, aromatic, amine, and phenol chemistry, carbonyl condensation reactions, carbohydrate and synthetic polymer chemistry. Lab Fee $75.

CHEM 099 INDEPENDENT LABORATORY

One-unit laboratory course primarily for transfer students to make up lower division laboratory as needed for equivalency with Chemistry 5, 6, 9, 10, 35, 36, and/or 37. Lab Fee $75.

CHEM 142 BIOCHEMISTRY II

Continuation of 141. Metabolic pathways of carbohydrates, lipids, and amino acids, nucleic acid structure and function; protein synthesis and targeting; membrane structure and function (membrane transport functions, hormone action, signal transduction); special topics if time permits.

CHEM 143 BIOCHEMICAL TECHNIQUES

A laboratory course emphasizing fundamental theory and practice in biochemical laboratory techniques including preparation and handling of reagents; isolation, purification, and characterization of biomolecules; enzyme kinetics, spectrophotometric assays; electrophoretic and immunological techniques may also be covered. Laboratory 6 hrs/wk. Lab Fee $100.

CHEM 153 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY III

This course continues study of quantum mechanics with applications in molecular and atomic spectroscopies. Topics include atomic orbitals, molecular rotation and vibration, conjugated pi-electron systems, magnetic resonance, and lasers. This course is required for the chemistry major with emphasis in physical/inorganic/analytical. Lab Fee $100.

CHEM 182 UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH

Execution of an experimental or theoretical research project supervised by chemistry faculty. Students may enroll for 1, 2, or 3 units of credit. Each unit requires a minimum of 30 hours of laboratory or computational work. For the ACS Certified degree, the written thesis and oral presentation are normally included in the third unit of credit.

CHEM 191 PHYSICAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

Structure-reactivity concepts are emphasized along with detailed studies of mechanisms. Some special topics such as photochemistry and orbital symmetry control of reactions may be included.

CHEM 199 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN CHEMISTRY

Detailed investigation and directed reading on advanced topics, under the close supervision of a faculty member. Permission of the Dean, Department Chair, and Instructor must be obtained before registration.