Fundamentals of Chemistry

CHM100

Basic principles of chemistry and its practice in the laboratory. Emphasis on the underlying structure of matter (atoms, ions, molecules) and how structure determines properties. Designed to teach chemistry terminology and symbols, as well as to develop analytical and critical thinking skills. Appropriate for non-science majors needing one term of chemistry or to satisfy a lab science requirement. Also appropriate for those who desire background before taking General Chemistry I (CHM111). No prior knowledge of chemistry is assumed, but some algebra skills are needed.

4 Credits: 3 Lecture, 3 Lab

Prerequisites:
Placement by Examination; or
MTH005

Chemistry Survey

CHM108

Introduction to the fundamentals of inorganic, organic, and biochemistry, with selected applications to living organisms and to the natural environment. No background in chemistry is assumed.

4 Credits: 3 Lecture, 3 Lab

Prerequisites:
Placement by Examination; or
MTH005

General Chemistry I

CHM111

Basic principles of contemporary chemistry. Topics include stoichiometry, nomenclature, atomic structure, the periodic table, chemical bonding, molecular geometry, thermochemistry, gas laws and the kinetic theory of gases, chemical reactions, and phase changes. Laboratory techniques introduce qualitative and quantitative analyses. Recommended for students pursuing a degree in natural science, health science, or engineering. One year of high school chemistry is strongly recommended.

4 Credits: 3 Lecture, 3 Lab

Prerequisites:
MTH124; or
MTH123 or Placement by Examination; or
MTH008

General Chemistry II

CHM121

Advanced principles of contemporary chemistry. Topics include chemical thermodynamics, chemical equilibria including acid-base equilibria, electrochemistry, kinetics and mechanisms of chemical reactions, and the relationship of structure to physical and chemical properties. Laboratory techniques employ qualitative and quantitative analyses. Recommended for students pursuing a degree in natural science, health science or engineering.

4 Credits: 3 Lecture, 3 Lab

Corequisites:
MTH180 or MTH182 or MTH181 or MTH183 or MTH190 or MTH191

Prerequisites:
CHM111

Organic Chemistry I

CHM210

Fundamental concepts in organic chemistry. Topics include structure and reactions of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols, ethers, and alkyl halides; nomenclature of organic compounds; stereochemistry; reaction mechanisms; and retrosynthetic analysis. Fall Only.

3 Credits: 3 Lecture

Prerequisites:
CHM121

Organic Chemistry I Laboratory

CHM211

Application of the techniques associated with the synthesis, isolation, purification, and identification of organic compounds. Analysis of structures using techniques such as infra-red (IR) and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. Fall Only.

1 Credit: 0 Lecture, 3 Lab

Corequisites:
CHM210

Prerequisites:
CHM121

Organic Chemistry II

CHM220

Continuation of Organic Chemistry I. Topics include structure and reactions of alcohols, ketones, aldehydes, carboxylic acids and derivatives, aromatic compounds, and amines; introduction to the chemistry of biomolecules and biochemical pathways; reaction mechanisms; multistep syntheses; and retrosynthetic analysis As needed.

3 Credits: 3 Lecture

Corequisites:
CHM221

Prerequisites:
CHM210 and CHM211

Organic Chemistry II Laboratory

CHM221

Experimental techniques of modern organic chemistry, emphasizing reactions involving alcohols, ketones, carboxylic acids, aromatic compounds, and their derivatives. Analysis of structures using techniques such as infra-red (IR) and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. Multistep syntheses are also introduced. As needed.

1 Credit: 0 Lecture, 3 Lab

Corequisites:
CHM220

Prerequisites:
CHM210 and CHM211

Biochemistry

CHM370

Study of the structural and functional relationships of macromolecules, with an emphasis on proteins, enzyme function and metabolism. Topics include amino acid chemistry and protein structure; hemoglobin structure and function; enzyme kinetics and regulation; motifs and hormonal integration of metabolic pathways; glycolysis, gluconeogenesis, and glycogen metabolism; citric acid cycle; oxidative phosphorylation; overview of amino acid, fatty acid, triglyceride, cholesterol, steroid and nucleotide metabolism; biochemical mechanisms of diabetes mellitus and other disease states and their treatments; and current techniques in biochemistry research. Spring Only.

3 Credits: 3 Lecture

Prerequisites:
BIO108 and BIO125 and CHM210