Chemistry

Professors Cook, Kosman (Chair); Associate Professors Engerer, Goyne; Assistant Professor Erhardt.

Chemistry is the discipline that studies the fundamental nature of matter and the changes in energy and properties accompanying compositional changes in matter. As a scientific discipline, chemistry is firmly rooted in the liberal arts tradition, placing emphasis on the development of intellectual capability and judgment. Yet it is also a very practical discipline dealing with the fundamental technology of matter that affects our environment and our society. Because of the nature of the discipline, a wide diversity of careers is possible with a chemistry major. These range from industrial product development to academic research, from medical and paramedical careers to forensic (law enforcement) chemistry. Government, industry, schools and universities and many private institutions, such as museums, have a variety of openings for chemists. About two- thirds of the chemistry graduates continue their education in graduate, medical, or professional school. In almost every instance, those who go to graduate school receive complete financial support in the form of a fellowship or an assistantship.

The programs of the Department provide balance between theoretical and practical aspects of chemistry. Opportunities for carrying out directed or honors work research are available. A wide selection of instruments is maintained for student use in instructional laboratory work and research. The Department is approved by the American Chemical Society for the training of professional chemists, including the biochemistry option, and the Beta Sigma Chapter of the Phi Lambda Upsilon Chemistry Honorary Society is located here. A student may choose to work toward a Bachelor of Arts degree which requires at least 24 credit hours in chemistry, a Bachelor of Science degree which requires at least 32 credit hours in chemistry, or a Bachelor of Science degree in professional chemistry which requires at least 40 credit hours in chemistry.

Pre-Medical Arts Programs. A major in chemistry is an appropriate preparation for admission into professional schools and programs such as medicine , dentistry, hospital administration, medical technology, optometry, osteopathy, physical therapy, podiatry, public health, veterinary medicine and other allied health fields. Further information may be obtained from the Chair of the Department or members of the Committee on Pre-Medical Arts.

Major. There are four different chemistry majors which a student may choose to pursue:

1. Bachelor of Arts degree. A minimum of 24 credit hours in chemistry is required. Courses must include CHEM (122 or 132), 222 and 230. A combination of this major with a minimum major in another science can lead to a Bachelor of Science degree (see page 47).

2. Bachelor of Science degree. A minimum of 32 credit hours in chemistry is required. Courses must include CHEM (122 or 132), (190 or 495), 222, 230, and (311 or 321).

3. Bachelor of Science degree in Professional Chemistry. The program leading to this degree is approved by the American Chemical Society for the training of professional chemists. A minimum of 40 credit hours in chemistry is required. This major must include CHEM 121 (or 131), 122 (or 132), 190, 221, 222, 230, 315, 321, 322, 421, 422, and 2 credit hours of 495. PHYS 141 and 142 (with labs) and MATH 234 (or equivalent) are required for certification . CHEM 495 may instead be taken as the Honors Work sequence, 497 and 498.

4. Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry. The program leading to this degree is approved as a degree option by the American Chemical Society for the training of professional chemists. A minimum of 44 credits in chemistry and 12 credits in biology is required. Courses must include CHEM 121 (or 131), 122 (or 132), 190, 221, 222, 230, 315, 316, 317, 321, 322, 421, 2 credit hours of 495, BIO 171, 270, and (450 or 460). PHYS 142 (with lab) and MATH 234 (or equivalent) are required for certification.

The research conducted in CHEM 495 must be in the area of biochemistry. It may be taken as BIO 495. It may also be taken as the Honors Work sequence, 497 and 498.

Biochemistry Concentration. Within the 32-credit Bachelor of Science degree option, a student may choose to add a biochemistry concentration. This requires CHEM 315, 316, and 317, BIO 171, 270, and (450 or 460) along with the courses listed above in option 2. Students choosing this concentration will most likely get a biology minor, which would also require BIO 172.

Minor. A minimum of 16 credit hours in chemistry constitutes a minor.

Chemistry Club. The Chemistry Club, an affiliate of the American Chemical Society, provides extracurricular opportunities for students interested in chemistry.

Cooperative Education. Qualified students may combine semesters in chemical research at a professional work site with other semesters of traditional academic studies on campus. Although this program will probably extend the participating student's college education beyond the normal four years, the students will be financially reimbursed by the cooperating employer and also receive credit toward the chemistry major. No more than six credits earned in Cooperative Education may be applied toward minimum requirements of the major in Chemistry. Enrollment in this program is limited by the availability of positions offered by suitable cooperating companies. Eligible students are junior or senior chemistry majors who have completed CHEM 222 with a cumulative grade point average of 2.50 in their mathematics and science courses. For further information, refer to Cooperative Education, College of Arts and Sciences, page 54.

Credit by Examination. Credit for CHEM 111, 121, 122 may be earned through the College Level Examination Program subject examination in General Chemistry or through the Advanced Placement Examination in Chemistry.

Approval of Schedules. All students taking a major or a minor in chemistry must have their schedules approved by the Chair of the Department at the beginning of each semester.

CHEM 111. Introduction to Chemistry.
3+2, Cr. 4. A one semester overview of general, organic, and biochemistry. Intended for non-science majors who elect chemistry to meet one of the natural science requirement. Students with a major or minor in elementary education, nursing, or physical education ordinarily take this course to meet their chemistry requirement. Not open to students with credit for CHEM 115, 121, or 131. Students may take CHEM 111 prior to taking CHEM 121, but may not use both courses toward a chemistry major or minor, or toward fulfillment of the General Education Requirements in Natural Science. Prerequisite: MATH 110 or placement higher than MATH 110 on the math placement examination.

CHEM 115. Essentials of Chemistry.
3+2, Cr. 4. A one semester introductory course in the principles of chemistry for engineering students. Not open to students with credit for CHEM 121 or CHEM 131. Prerequisite: enrollment in the College of Engineering or consent of the Chair of the Chemistry Department.

CHEM 116. Applications of Chemistry in Engineering.
3+3, Cr. 4. A continuation of CHEM 115; offering additional principals of chemistry for engineering students, especially civil engineering students, with emphasis on analytical chemistry. Not open to students with credit for CHEM 122 or CHEM 132. Prerequisite: CHEM 115 and enrollment in the College of Engineering, or consent of Chair of the Chemistry Department.

CHEM 121. General Chemistry I.
3+3, Cr. 4. An introductory course in the principles of chemistry for science majors. The first of a two semester sequence. Required of majors and minors in chemistry and students in premedical, pre-dental, or medical technology programs, except for students who take CHEM 131. Not open to students with credit for CHEM 115 or CHEM 131. Prerequisite: placement of CHEM 121 or CHEM 131 on the chemistry placement examination, or MATH 114 or placement higher than MATH 114 on the math placement examination.

CHEM 122. General Chemistry II.
3+3, Cr. 4. A continuation of CHEM 121 with an emphasis on descriptive inorganic chemistry. Not open to students with credit for CHEM 116 or CHEM 132. Prerequisite: CHEM 115, 121, or 131.

CHEM 131. General Chemistry I - Honors.
3+3, Cr. 4. Same lecture as CHEM 121, with a more challenging, in-depth laboratory program. Intended for students who are willing to intensify their learning. Recommended for chemistry majors. Not open to students with credit for CHEM 115 or CHEM 121. Prerequisite: placement of CHEM 131 on the chemistry placement examination, or consent of instructor.

CHEM 132. General Chemistry II - Honors.
3+3, Cr. 4. A continuation of CHEM 131. Same lecture as CHEM 122, with a more challenging, in-depth laboratory program. Intended for students who are willing to intensify their learning. Recommended for chemistry majors. Not open to students with credit for CHEM 116 or CHEM 122. Prerequisite: CHEM 131 or consent of instructor.

CHEM 190. Introduction to Chemical Research.
7 weeks, Cr. 1. An introduction to chemical research methods and literature. A laboratory project is required. Prerequisite: CHEM 121 or 131. S/U grade.

CHEM 221. Organic Chemistry I.
3+3, Cr. 4. An introductory survey of the nomenclature, reactions, structures and properties of carbon compounds. Prerequisite: CHEM 116, 122, or 132.

CHEM 222. Organic Chemistry II.
3+3, Cr. 4. A continuation of CHEM 221. A further study of the reactions, structures and properties of carbon compounds, including reaction mechanisms and complex organic reactions. Prerequisite: CHEM 221.

CHEM 230. Quantitative Analysis.
3+4, Cr. 4. A study of the theory of chemical equilibria, electrochemistry and elementary chemical analysis. The laboratory work consists of an introduction to gravimetric, volumetric and instrumental methods of analysis. Prerequisite: CHEM 116, 122 or 132 or consent of Chair of the Department.

CHEM 311. Elementary Physical Chemistry.
Cr. 3. A one-semester course in physical chemistry covering elementary thermodynamics and kinetics, together with their applications to various chemical systems. Prerequisite: CHEM 221. Not open to students who have taken CHEM 321.

CHEM 312. Thermodynamics and Structure Laboratory.
1+3, Cr. 2. Physical chemistry experiments involving thermodynamic and structural properties of atoms and molecules. (This is also the laboratory portion of CHEM 321.) Prerequisite or concurrent registration: CHEM 311.

CHEM 315. Biochemistry I.
Cr. 4. Structure and function of proteins, carbohydrates and lipids with particular stress on physical biochemistry and enzyme kinetics. Overview of metabolism with an emphasis on integration and control. Prerequisite: CHEM 222.

CHEM 316. Biochemistry II.
Cr. 3. A continuation of CHEM 315 that is focused on the biosynthesis of nucleic acids and proteins and the regulation of these processes. Special topics in biochemistry. Prerequisite: CHEM 315.

CHEM 317. Biochemistry Laboratory.
0+3, Cr. 1. An introduction to the experimental methods used to characterize biomolecules and biochemical reaction. Prerequisite: CHEM 315 (may be taken concurrently).

CHEM 321. Physical Chemistry I.
3+4, Cr. 5. A theoretical study of chemistry involving thermodynamics, kinetics and modern structural concepts. Prerequisites: CHEM 221, MATH 152 or equivalent, PHYS 142. Recommended: CHEM 230

CHEM 322. Physical Chemistry II.
4+3, Cr. 5. A continuation of CHEM 321. Prerequisite: CHEM 321.

CHEM 332. Advanced Instrumental Analysis.
2+4, Cr. 3. In depth study of theory and practice of nuclear magnetic resonance, spectroscopy, chromatography, and electrochemistry. Other topics include electronics (operational amplifiers) and computer interfacing. Prerequisite: CHEM 311 or 321.

CHEM 350. Lasers and Optics in Chemistry.
2+4, Cr. 3. Overview of basic optics, including ray tracing and optical systems. Theory and operation of lasers, including picosecond and femtosecond systems. Applications of ultrashort pulses to transient chemical events. Prerequisite: CHEM 311 or 321 or consent of instructor.

CHEM 360. Chemical Literature and Chemical Writing.
Cr. 1. Discussion and library work on the important sources of chemical information. Experience in the use of Chemical Abstracts, Beilstein, chemical journals and government publications in chemistry. Includes discussion and practice with computerized data bases. Library work leads to the writing of a paper as well as an abstract of a single article. For the student who plans to do graduate work in chemistry. S/U grade.

CHEM 381. Cooperative Education in Chemistry I.
Cr. 0.5-2. Experience in chemical research with a cooperating employer. Written report required. Prerequisites: CHEM 222 and approval of the Chair of the Department. S/U grade.

CHEM 390. Topics in Chemistry.
Cr. 2-4. A study of various topics in chemistry. Prerequisite: dependent upon the topic.

CHEM 421. Advanced Inorganic Chemistry.
Cr. 3. A study of advanced topics in inorganic chemistry with emphasis on structure and bonding, transition metal chemistry, and organometallic chemistry. Prerequisite: CHEM 222 and (311 or 321) or consent of the Chair of the Department.

CHEM 422. Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory.
0+4, Cr. 1. Experiments involving structures and reactions of inorganic compounds. Prerequisite: CHEM 421 (may be taken concurrently).

CHEM 440. Polymer Chemistry.
Cr. 3. An introduction to the study of macromolecules: their preparation, properties, reaction and uses. Emphasis is on synthetic macromolecules. Prerequisite: CHEM 222.

CHEM 450. Advanced Organic Chemistry.
Cr. 3. A study of physical organic chemistry and strategy in modern organic synthesis. Topics include linear free energy relationships, the Woodward-Hoffman rules and semiempirical quantum mechanical calculation techniques for organic molecules. Prerequisites: CHEM 222 and (311 or 321).

CHEM 460. Quantum Mechanics.
Cr. 3. The fundamental concepts of quantum mechanics are examined. Topics include state functions and their interpretations, the Schroedinger equation, approximation methods, multielectron atoms and molecules. Prerequisite: CHEM 322 or consent of the instructor.

CHEM 482-483. Cooperative Education in Chemistry II-III.
Cr. 0.5-2. Continuation of CHEM 381. Prerequisites: CHEM 381, satisfactory employer evaluation, and approval of the Chair of the Department. S/U grade. May be repeated beyond 483 for additional credit.

CHEM 489. The Teaching of Natural Sciences.
Cr. 3. (See ED 489.) A study of the methods of teaching natural sciences in the secondary schools. Lectures, demonstrations and projects. This course may not be counted toward a major or minor in chemistry. A field component is required. Prerequisite: admission to Teacher Education.

CHEM 490. The Scientific Endeavor.
Cr. 3. An exploration of the scientific enterprise involving a study of foundational principles and assumptions of the scientific endeavor, its various methodologies, and its scope and limitations. This will include illustrations from historical case studies and "scientific revolutions". Students will also study the ethical and moral connections between their personal and professional science lives. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing. This course may not be used to fulfill the requirements of a science major.

CHEM 493. Seminar in Chemistry.
Cr. 0. All Chemistry majors are expected to register for this course. Report required in this forum for all those registered for CHEM 495. S/U grade.

CHEM 494. Premedical Arts Colloquium.
Cr. 0-1. (Also offered as BIO 494.) All Premedical Arts students are expected to register for this course every semester. May not be counted for a major or minor. Students who register for the colloquium for 1 credit must have the consent of the instructor. A maximum of 2 credit hours in this course may be counted toward graduation. S/U grade.

CHEM 495. Special Problems in Chemistry
Cr. 0.5-2. A course in which each student attacks a chemical problem by study of the literature and by work in the laboratory. A written report is required. Must be registered for CHEM 493 to report orally on research results. May be repeated for additional credit. S/U grade. Prerequisite: consent of Chair of the Department.

CHEM 497. Honors Work in Chemistry.
Cr. 3. See Honors Work, page 53.

CHEM 498. Honors Candidacy in Chemistry.
Cr. 3. See Honors Work, page 53.