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Bachelor of Science in Chemistry Course Descriptions

CHE-125General Chemistry ICredits: 5
A study of the fundamental principles and concepts of chemistry and their relations to representative elements and their compounds. The laboratory includes some inorganic qualitative analysis. Prerequisites: CHE-110 with grade of "C" or better; Math SAT 440 or above, SAT I 480 or above, ACT 21 or above, AND high school chemistry (1 year). Co-requisite: CHE-125L.
CHE-126General Chemistry IICredits: 5
A study of the fundamental principles and concepts of chemistry and their relations to representative elements and their compounds. The laboratory includes some inorganic qualitative analysis. Prerequisite: CHE-125. Co-requisite: CHE-126L.
CHE-235Organic Chemistry ICredits: 4
A study of all the major classes of carbon compounds. First-semester emphasis is on structure and nomenclature with an introduction to elementary reactions and reaction mechanisms. Second-semester emphasis is on reactions, synthesis, and analysis. Prerequisites: CHE-125 and CHE-126. Co-requisite: CHE-235L.
CHE-330Inorganic ChemistryCredits: 3
A more advanced course which explores the properties of the transition elements. Topics will include the Schrodinger wave equation, states of atoms, crystal field/molecular orbital theory, coordination chemistry, and organometallic chemistry. Prerequisite: CHE-236.
CHE-350Analytical ChemistryCredits: 4
An introduction to the theory and methods of chemical separations and quantitative determinations. An emphasis is placed on understanding chemical equilibria of all forms. The laboratory includes gravimetric, volumetric, and instrumental techniques. Prerequisites: CHE-125 and CHE-126. Co-requisite: CHE-350L.
CHE-440Physical Chemistry ICredits: 3
An introduction to thermodynamics, kinetics, electrochemistry, and the properties of gases and solutions. Prerequisites: PHY-222, MAT-254, and CHE-126.
CHE-461Physical Chemistry LabCredits: 1
Laboratory experience in methods of instrumental chemical analysis and the techniques used in thermo chemistry, electrochemistry, chemical kinetics, and the determination of physical properties. Prerequisite: CHE-440 or concurrent enrollment.
CHE-450Physical Chemistry IICredits: 3
An introduction to quantum mechanics, atomic and molecular structure, and the properties of liquids and solids. Prerequisite: CHE-440.
CHE-490Chemistry Senior SeminarCredits: 1
This course is intended to help science majors to synthesize, integrate, and apply their scientific understanding. The course will focus on advanced topics and on the ethical and social implications of science. Some emphasis will be given to research and to written and oral communication skills as used in the sciences. The Major Field Achievement Test in chemistry may be administered as a part of this course. The course is required of all majors. Prerequisite: Senior standing, science major, and completion of at least one course in the major at or above the 300 level.
CHE-495Research in ChemistryCredits: 1- 3
Students will engage in original research under the direction of a faculty member. This course may be repeated. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
MAT-253Calculus ICredits: 4
An introduction to differential and integral calculus of a single variable using polynomial, logarithmic, exponential and trigonometric elementary functions. A study of the concepts of limit, continuity, derivative, and integral using interdisciplinary applications and computer software. Prerequisite: MAT-120 or equivalent or permission of the Division.
MAT-254Calculus IICredits: 4
Differential and integral calculus with applications in area, volume, and surfaces. Additional topics of study include techniques of integration, parametric equations and polar coordinates, and infinite series representation of functions. Prerequisite: MAT-253 or equivalent.
PHY-221University Physics ICredits: 4
Calculus-based introductory physics covering kinematics, dynamics, statics, introductory rational motion, waves, harmonic motion, and basic heat and thermodynamics. Prerequisite or co-requisite: MAT-253 or equivalent. Co-requisite: PHY-221L.
PHY-222University Physics IICredits: 5
Calculus-based introductory physics covering electricity, magnetism, optics, and topics in modern physics. PHY-221 or equivalent. Co-requisite: PHY-222L.
MAT-255Calculus IIICredits: 4
A study of multivariable calculus including continuity and differentiability of functions of several variables, partial derivatives, extrema, multiple integrals, line integrals, surface integrals, and Stoke's Theorem. Prerequisite: MAT-254 or equivalent.