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Prerequisites may be waived by consent of the department or instructor. Some courses as indicated in the course description may be taken concurrently with the listed offering. Consult your adviser for further information.
The following courses fulfill the Natural Sciences and Mathematics [SM] breadth of study requirements: 1(1082), 9(1091), 10(1011), 11(1111), 12(1121), 13(1134), 122(2223), 202(3022), 231(3312), 232(3322), 233(3333), 234(4343), 241(2412), 261(2612), 262(2622), 263(2633), 289(4897), 290(3905), 321(4212), 323(4233), 341(4412), 343(4433), 364(3643), 365(4652), 371(4712), 372(4722), 373(4733), 376(4764), 377(4772), 381(3814).
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1(1082) General Chemistry I (3) [MI, MS] Prerequisite: Satisfactory score on math placement test. A broad introductory survey of chemical principles. Chem 1 001(1082)-plus Chem 9(1091) are equivalent to Chem 11(1111). This alternative may be attractive to students who are not mathematically prepared for Chem 11(1111). Chemistry majors may not include both Chem 1(1082) and 11(1111) in the 120 hours required for graduation. Three hours of lecture per week.
5 (1052) Chemistry for the Health Professions (4) [MI, MS] An introduction to general, nuclear, structural organic, organic reactions and biochemistry. This course is designed primarily for students in nursing and related health professions, and should not be taken by students majoring in the physical or biological sciences. Chemistry majors may include neither Chemistry 5(1052) nor 6(1062) in the 120 hours required for graduation. Four hours of lecture per week.
6(1062) Organic and Biochemistry for the Health Professions (2) [MI, MS] Prerequisites: any college chemistry course. An introduction to organic reactions and biochemistry. Chemistry 6(1062) is offered during the second half of the semester. Four hours of lecture per week.
9(1091) General Chemistry II (3) [MI, MS] Prerequisites: Chem 1(1082) (or equivalent or consent of instructor) and Mathematics 30 and 35(1030/1035) (may be taken concurrently). Additional work on the topics of Chem 1(1082), with emphasis on quantitative material. Introduction to the chemical laboratory. Chem 1(1082) plus Chem 9(1091) is equivalent to Chem 11(1111) for science majors. Chemistry majors who receive credit for Chem 1(1082) and Chem 9(1091) may not also include Chem 10(1011) or Chem 11(1111) in the 120 hours required for graduation. No student may take both Chem 3 and Chem 9(1091) for credit. Two hours of lecture per week, three and one-half hours of lab or one hour of discussion on alternate weeks.
10 (1011) Chemistry in the Environment and Everyday Living (3) [MI, MS] This course examines the role of chemistry in everyday life and in the environment, and is intended for students not pursuing scientific or engineering majors. Chemical principles are introduced to the extent necessary for understanding of issues, but this course does not provide the basis for further technical courses. Two hours of lecture per week; on alternate weeks, one hour of discussion or two hours of laboratory.
11 (1111) Introductory Chemistry I (5) [MS] Prerequisites: Mathematics through college algebra and trigonometry (may be taken concurrently). Presents an introduction to the fundamental laws and theories of chemistry. Laboratory experiments are designed to demonstrate some aspects of qualitative and quantitative analysis and to develop skills in laboratory procedures. Chemistry majors may not include both Chem 1(1082) and 11(1111), nor both Chem 10(1011) and 11(1111) in the 120 hours required for graduation. Three hours of lecture and one hour of discussion per week; one hour of laboratory-lecture and three hours of laboratory per week.
12(1121) Introductory Chemistry II (5) [MI, MS] Prerequisite: Chem 11(1111) or advanced placement. Lecture and laboratory are a continuation of Chem 11(1111). Three hours of lecture and one hour of discussion per week; one hour laboratory-lecture and three hours of laboratory weekly.
13(1134) Special Topics in Introductory Chemistry (1-5) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. A lecture or laboratory course to assist transfer students in meeting the requirements of Chem 11(1111) and 12(1121).
122(2223) Quantitative Analysis (3) [C, MI, MS] Prerequisite: Chem 12(1121). Principles and practice of elementary quantitative chemistry. The lecture treats descriptive statistics with emphasis on small samples; various types of competing equilibria pertaining to acid-base, complexometric and potentiometric titrations; and an introduction to spectrophotometric processes. The laboratory provides exercises in titrimetric, gravimetric, and spectrophotometric techniques. Both portions of the course deal with the analytical chemistry of environmentally-significant problems. Two hours of lecture and four and one-half hours of laboratory weekly.
202(3022) Introduction to Chemical Literature (1) Prerequisite: Chem 262(2622) (may be taken concurrently) and Chem 241(2412). The course will familiarize the student with the literature of chemistry and its use. One hour of lecture per week.
231(3312) Physical Chemistry I (3) Prerequisites: Chem 122(2223) and Math 180(2000). Principles of physical chemistry including thermodynamics, theory of gases, phase equilibria, kinetics, crystal structure, spectroscopy, and quantum mechanics. Three hours of lecture per week.
232 (3322) Physical Chemistry II (3) Prerequisite: Chem 231(3312). Continuation of Chem 231(3312). Three hours of lecture per week.
233(3333) Physical Chemistry Laboratory I (2) Prerequisite: Chem 231(3312) (may be taken concurrently). Experiments designed to illustrate principles introduced in Chem 231(3312). One hour of lecture and four and one-half hours of laboratory per week.
234 (4343) Physical Chemistry Laboratory II (2) Prerequisites: Chem 232(3322) (may be taken concurrently and 233(3333)). Experiments designed to illustrate principles introduced in Chem 232(2322). One hour of lecture and four and one-half hours of laboratory per week. Not for graduate credit.
241((2412) Basic Inorganic Chemistry (2) [MI, MS] Prerequisites: Chem 12(1121). Review of principles of atomic structure, covalent and ionic bonding. Properties of the elements and synthesis, reactions and bonding aspects of important compounds of main group and transition metal elements.
261(2612) Organic Chemistry I (3) [MS] Prerequisite: Chem 12(1121). An introduction to the structure, properties, synthesis, and reactions of aliphatic and aromatic carbon compounds. Three hours of lecture per week.
262 (2622) Organic Chemistry II (3) [MI, MS] Prerequisite: Chem 261(2612). A systematic study of organic reactions and their mechanisms; organic synthetic methods. Three hours of lecture per week.
263(2633) Organic Chemistry Laboratory (2) [C, MS] Prerequisite: Chem 261(2612) or consent of instructor. An introduction to laboratory techniques and procedures of synthetic organic chemistry including analysis of organic compounds. One hour of lecture and four and one-half hours of laboratory per week.
280(4802) Curriculum and Methods of Teaching Physical Sciences (3) (Same as Sec Ed 240(3240).) Prerequisites: Sec Ed 213(3213) and a near major in the subject. A study of the scope and sequence of the physical science courses in the school curriculum, with emphasis on the selection and organization of materials and methods of instruction and evaluation. Attention is also directed toward learning the techniques and research tools of the scholar in the field of science. To be taken prior to student teaching. This course must be completed in residence.
283 (4837) Chemistry / Physics Teaching Intern Seminar (1) (Same as Physics 283(4833).) Prerequisite: Chem 280(4802) or Physics 280(4800). A seminar to accompany student teaching covering integration of physical science curricula and methods into the classroom setting. To be taken concurrently with Secondary Student Teaching, Sec Ed 290(3290). One-hour discussion per week.
289(4897) Seminar (1) Prerequisites: Chem 202(3022) and senior standing. Presentation of papers by students, faculty, and invited speakers. Chemistry majors must enroll during the semester in which they intend to graduate. Completion of a comprehensive examination is a course requirement. One hour of lecture and one hour of discussion per week.
290(3905) Chemical Research (1-10) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Independent laboratory and library study, in conjunction with faculty member, of fundamental problems in chemistry. A written report describing the research is required.
321(4212) Instrumental Analysis (2) Prerequisite: Chem 232(3322). Principles and applications of modern methods of instrumental analysis for analytical chemistry measurements. Topics will be selected from the areas of electrochemistry, absorption and emission spectroscopy, chromatography, mass spectrometry, surface analysis, and nuclear magnetic resonance. Two hours of lecture per week.
323 (4233) Laboratory in Instrumental Analysis (2) Prerequisites; Chem 321(4212) and 233(3333). Experiments designed to illustrate the principles and practices of instrumental analysis, involving the use of modern instrumentation in analytical chemistry applications. One hour of discussion and four and one-half hours of laboratory per week.
341(4412) Inorganic Chemistry I (3) Prerequisites: Chem 232 (may be taken concurrently), 241(2412) and 262(2622). An introduction to the chemistry of the elements, including atomic and molecular structure, acids and bases, the chemistry of the solid state, and main group and transition metal chemistry. Three hours of lecture per week.
343(4433) Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory (2) Prerequisites: Chem 233(3333), 341(4412) and 364(3643). Chem 364(3643) may be taken concurrently. The more sophisticated techniques of physical and analytical chemistry will be used to study inorganic compounds and their reactions. One hour of lecture and four and one-half hours of laboratory per week. Not for graduate credit.
364(3643) Advanced Organic Chemistry Laboratory (2) Prerequisites: Chem 202(3022). Identification of organic compounds by classical and spectroscopic methods; advanced techniques in synthesis and separation of organic compounds. One hour of lecture and four and one-half hours laboratory per week. Not for graduate credit.
365(4652) Spectroscopic Identification of Organic Compounds (3) Prerequisite: Chem 364(3643). An applied approach to the use of spectroscopic techniques in organic chemistry. Topics to include integrated applications of infrared and Raman spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance (13C and 1H, cw and pulsed) and mass spectroscopy for the purpose of elucidating the structure of organic compounds. Three hours of lecture per week.
371(4712) Biochemistry (3) (Same as Biology 371(4712)) Prerequisite: Chem 261(2612) and either Biology 11(1811) or Chem 262(2622). The chemistry and function of cell constituents, and the interaction and conversions of intracellular substances. Three hours of lecture per week. Students may not receive credit for both Biology 371(4712) and Chemistry 371(4712). Biology 371(4712) may not be used to fulfill the 300(3000)-level lecture course requirement for the B.S. in Biology.
372 (4722) Advanced Biochemistry (3) Prerequisite: Chem 371(4712). Selected advanced topics in the chemistry of life processes. Three hours of lecture per week.
373 (4733) Biochemistry Laboratory (2) Prerequisite: Chem 371(4712) (may be taken concurrently). Laboratory study of biochemical processes in cellular and subcellular systems with emphasis on the isolation and purification of proteins (enzymes) and the characterization of catalytic properties. One hour of lecture and three and one-half hours of laboratory per week.
376(4764) Interdisciplinary Topics in Biochemistry (3) Prerequisites: Chem 371(4712); Chem 372(4722) strongly recommended. Includes advanced studies of enzyme mechanisms, the role of metal ions in enzymatic and non-enzymatic processes, and the application of computational chemistry to biological systems. Three hours of lecture per week.
377 (4772) Physical Biochemistry (3) Prerequisite: Chem 231(3312) or Chem/Bio 371(4712). Designed to acquaint students with concepts and methods in biophysical chemistry. Topics that will be discussed include protein and DNA structures, forces involved in protein folding and conformational stability, protein-DNA interactions, methods for characterization and separation of macromolecules, electron transfer, and biological spectroscopy. Three hours of lecture per week.
381 (3814) Special Topics (1-10) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. A reading and seminar course in selected advanced topics.
414(5142) Molecular Spectroscopy (3) Prerequisite: Chem 232(3322). A broad treatment of the interaction of electromagnetic radiation with matter, emphasizing the unity of such interactions. Interpretation of molecular rotational, vibrational and electronic spectra in terms of geometric structure and dynamics. Description and interpretation of physical techniques used to obtain molecular spectra. Three hours of lecture per week.
416(5162) Chemical Applications of Group Theory (3) Prerequisite: Chem 232(3322). A brief introduction to the fundamental relationships of group theory and molecular symmetry. Application of group theory to molecular orbital theory, molecular vibrations, and molecular spectra. Three hours of lecture per week.
419(6196) Advanced Reading in Chemistry (1) Prerequisite: Admission to the Ph.D. degree program. Reading and examinations in the subdisciplines of chemistry. Enrollment must begin after completion of any course deficiencies.
430(5302) Advanced Physical Chemistry (3) Prerequisite: Chem 232(3322). Covers advanced topics in physical chemistry. May include but is not limited to properties of solids and liquids, gas/solid and solid/liquid interfacial chemistry, optical and electron spectroscopy, and chemical dynamics. Three hours of lecture per week.
432(5322) Application of Thermodynamics and Reaction Kinetics in Chemistry (3) Prerequisite: Chem 232(3322). Review of equilibrium thermodynamics. Focus is on statistical thermodynamics and reaction kinetics with an emphasis on solution phase chemistry. Three hours of lecture per week.
435(5452) Quantum Mechanical Foundations of Spectroscopy (3) Prerequisites: Chem 232(3322). A review of relevant principles and techniques of quantum mechanics. Focus is on the use of quantum theory and molecular symmetry (group theory) to understanding the structure and interpreting the spectra of atoms and molecules. Three hours of lecture per week.
439(5394) Special Topics in Physical Chemistry (1-3) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Selected topics in physical chemistry. May be taken more than once for credit.
441(5412) Typical Element Chemistry (3) Prerequisite: Chem 341(4412) or an equivalent course. Chemistry of the main group elements and their compounds including such topics as electron deficient compounds, acids, bases and nonaqueous solvents, catenation and inorganic polymers, the solid state, organotypical element chemistry and energetics. Three hours of lecture per week.
442 (5422) Coordination Chemistry (3) Prerequisite: Chem 341(4412) or an equivalent course. Chemistry of the coordination compounds of the transition metals including such topics as kinetics and mechanisms of reaction, stereochemistry, ligand field theory, stability and electronic spectra. Three hours of lecture per week.
443(5432) Spectroscopic Methods in Inorganic Chemistry (3) Prerequisites: Chem 341(4412) or an equivalent course. Study of modern spectroscopic characterization methods of particular importance to inorganic systems, with emphasis on such techniques as multinuclear NMR spectroscopy, UV/visible and EPR spectroscopy, IR/Raman spectroscopy, and Mossbauer spectroscopy. Application of such methods to questions of structure, bonding and reactivity. Three hours of lecture per week.
445(5452) Organometallic Chemistry of the Main Group Elements (3) Prerequisites: Chem 341(442) or an equivalent course. A systematic study of main group element compounds containing carbon-metal or carbon-metalloid bonds. Emphasis will be on preparative methods, structures and reactions of various classes of compounds. Three hours of lecture per week.
446 (5462) Organometallic Chemistry of the Transition Elements (3) Prerequisites: Chem 341(4412) or an equivalent course. A study of the transition metal compounds containing metal-carbon bonds and related metal-element bonds, including their synthesis, structure and bonding, and reactions. Applications in organic synthesis and catalysis will also be presented. Three hours of lecture per week.
448(6487) Problem Seminar in Inorganic Chemistry (1) Prerequisite: Consent of the inorganic chemistry staff. Problems from the current literature, presentations, and discussions by faculty, students and visiting scientists. Ph.D. students may take more than once for credit. Up to three credits may be applied to the M.S. degree program.
449 (5494) Special Topics in Inorganic Chemistry (1-3) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Selected topics in inorganic chemistry. May be taken more than once for credit.
460(5602) Advanced Organic Chemistry I - Physical Organic (3) Prerequisites: Chem 262(2622) and 232(3322) Mechanism and theory of organic chemistry. Topics to include kinetics, transition state theory, reaction intermediates, and stereochemical analysis. Three hours of lecture per week.
461(5612) Advanced Organic Chemistry II - Reactions and Synthesis (3) Prerequisite: Chem 262(2622). Examination of a variety of organic transformations typically utilized in organic synthesis. Topics will include carbon-carbon bond formation, pericyclic reactions, oxidation, reduction, and functional group interconversions. Mechanism and stereochemistry will be emphasized. Three hours of lecture per week
468(6687) Problem Seminar in Organic Chemistry (1) Prerequisite: Consent of the organic chemistry staff. Problems from the current literature, presentations, and discussions by faculty, students, and visiting scientists.Ph.D.students may take more than once for credit.Up to three credits may be applied to the M.S. degree program.
469(5694) Special Topics in Organic Chemistry (3) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Advanced topics of special current interest. May be taken more than once for credit. Topics that may be offered include: methods of organic synthesis, organometallics in organic synthesis, topics in bioorganic chemistry, organic thermochemistry, natural products chemistry, stereochemistry, photochemistry, heterocyclic chemistry, medicinal chemistry.
478(6787) Problem Seminar in Biochemistry (1) Prerequisites: Consent of the biochemistry staff. Problems from the current literature, presentations and discussions by faculty, students and visiting scientists. Ph.D. students may take more than once for credit. Up to three credits may be applied to the M.S. degree program.
479(5794) Special Topics in Biochemistry (1-3) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Selected topics in biochemistry.May be taken more than once for credit.
481(6812) Introduction to Graduate Study in Chemistry (1) Prerequisite: Consent of Graduate Adviser. Topics to be covered include: techniques of teaching of Chemistry in colleges and universities, methods of instruction and evaluation; and responsibilities of the Graduate Teaching Assistant in laboratory instruction; safety in the undergraduate laboratory, safety practices, emergency procedures; selection of research project and thesis adviser.
482(6822) Introduction to Graduate Research in Chemistry (1) Prerequisites: Consent of Graduate Adviser. Topics include: safety in the research laboratory,safety practices, emergency procedures, hazardous materials, waste disposal, radiation safety; research ethics; chemistry information retrieval, computer assisted information retrieval, types of databases, searching bibliographic data bases.
489(6897) Chemistry Colloquium (1) Presentation of papers by students, faculty, and invited speakers. One hour per week.
490(6905) Graduate Research in Chemistry (1-10)
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