Chemistry (CHEM)
CHEM 101 Basic Chemistry 3 Credits (3,0)
Elementary chemical theory; atomic theory; elements; compounds; mixtures; weight and volume calculations; basic descriptive chemistry. Includes a 1.5-hour lab session. Not for credit in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering. Note: Registration for lab section CHEM 101L required.
CHEM 101L Basic Chemistry Laboratory 0 Credits (0,1.5)
Laboratory experiments related to Basic Chemistry (CHEM 101); atomic theory; elements; compounds; mixtures. One 1.5-hour lab session per week.
CHEM 110 General Chemistry I 3 Credits (3,0)
Fundamental principles of chemistry; nomenclature; stoichiometry; atomic structure; periodic relationships; chemical bonding; molecular geometry; gas properties; thermodynamics; solutions.
CHEM 110L General Chemistry I Laboratory 1 Credit (0,1)
Laboratory experiments paralleling General Chemistry I (CHEM 110); chemical stoichiometry; states of matter; solutions.
CHEM 111 General Chemistry II 3 Credits (3,0)
Thermodynamics; acids and bases; reaction rates; electrochemistry; organic chemistry; synthetic materials.
CHEM 111L General Chemistry II Laboratory 1 Credit (0,3)
Laboratory experiments paralleling General Chemistry II (CHEM 111); kinetics; equilibrium; acids and bases; thermodynamics; electrochemistry.
CHEM 113 General Chemistry for Engineering 3 Credits (3,0)
Basic principles of modern chemistry for engineering applications; reactivity; bonding; chemical calculations; intermolecular forces; kinetics; electron configuration; electrochemistry; thermodynamics.
CHEM 140 Chemistry for Engineers 4 Credits (4,0)
Chemical stoichiometry; states of matter; solutions; thermodynamics; reaction rates; equilibrium; oxidation-reduction; corrosion; organic compounds; polymers; engineering applications.
CHEM 140L Chemistry for Engineers Laboratory 1 Credit (0,1)
Laboratory experiments paralleling Chemistry for Engineers (CHEM 140); stoichiometry; states of matter; solutions; thermodynamics; reaction rates; equilibrium; polymers.
CHEM 199 Special Topics in Chemistry 1-6 Credit (1-6,0)
Individual, independent, or directed studies of selected topics in chemistry.
CHEM 210 Organic Chemistry I 3 Credits (3,0)
Chemistry of organic compounds; nomenclature; functional groups; chemical and physical properties; structure determination; synthesis; reaction mechanisms.
CHEM 210L Organic Chemistry I Laboratory 1 Credit (0,3)
Laboratory experiments related to Organic Chemistry I (CHEM 210); chemical synthesis; purification techniques; spectroscopy.
CHEM 211 Organic Chemistry II 3 Credits (3,0)
Advanced organic compounds; biological molecules; organic synthesis methods.
CHEM 211L Organic Chemistry II Laboratory 1 Credit (0,3)
Laboratory experiments related to Organic Chemistry II (CHEM 211); reaction rates; chemical synthesis; spectroscopy.
CHEM 299 Special Topics in Chemistry 1-6 Credit (1-6,0)
Individual, independent, or directed studies of selected topics in chemistry.
CHEM 304 Critical Reading and Scientific Communication 1 Credit (1,0)
Reading and analyzing primary research in biology and chemistry; critical evaluation of experimental design and data interpretation; explaining findings from biological and chemical research literature; effective presentation of research results; development of written and oral communication skills tailored to scientific audiences. Emphasizing clarity, precision, and engagement in scientific discourse.
CHEM 310 Biochemistry 3 Credits (3,0)
Biological chemistry; structure and function of macromolecules; metabolic pathways; molecular genetics; gene expression.
CHEM 310L Biochemistry Laboratory 1 Credit (0,1)
Experiential laboratory; structure and function of macromolecules; metabolic pathways; molecular genetics; gene expression.
CHEM 314 Environmental Chemistry 3 Credits (3,0)
Chemistry of natural systems; element cycling; complex equilibria; oxidation-reduction; atmospheric chemistry; energy processes; toxic substances.
CHEM 320 Quantitative Analytical Chemistry 3 Credits (3,0)
Chemistry of acids and bases, titrations, electrochemistry, and spectrophotometry.
CHEM 320L Quantitative Analytical Chemistry Laboratory 1 Credit (0,3)
One three-hour laboratory session per week, with experiments related to the material of CHEM 320, including the chemistry of acids and bases, titrations, electrochemistry, and spectrophotometry.
CHEM 340 Toxicology 3 Credits (3,0)
A comprehensive evaluation of toxicokinetics, forensic toxicology and analysis, and the environmental aspects of various classes of drugs, poisons, and pollutants. The disposition and effects of toxic agents in both micro- and large scale living systems will be considered.
CHEM 340L Toxicology Laboratory 1 Credit (0,3)
One three-hour laboratory session per week, with experiments related to the material of CHEM 340, including toxicokinetics, forensic toxicology and analysis, and environmental testing.
CHEM 399 Special Topics in Chemistry 1-6 Credit (1-6,0)
Individual, independent, or directed studies of selected topics in chemistry.
CHEM 499 Special Topics in Chemistry 1-6 Credit (1-6,0)
Individual, independent or directed studies of selected topics in chemistry.