Graduate Catalog 2009-2010
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CHM 1010 Principles of Inorganic Chem
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Content includes: Atomic structure, bonding, reactions, solutions, reaction dynamics, equilibrium and gases. This course is not designed for students majoring in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or Engineering.
300

CHM 1020 Principles of Organic/Biochem
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Prerequisite: C or better in CHM 101. Content includes: Hydrocarbons, alcohols, carbonyls, organic acids and their derivatives, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, hormones, vitamins, metabolism and body fluids. This course is not designed for students majoring in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or Engineering.
300

CHM 1030 Chemistry in Society
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours


This course is designed for the non-science major with no previous college-level science background. It includes an introduction to chemistry as well as several current chemical topics of significant societal concern.
300

CHM 1050 Intro to General Chemistry
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Designed as an introductory course to CHM 107 for those students whose high school training in chemistry and mathematics is deemed insufficient for unqualified admission to CHM 107. Chemical laws and theories; symbols, formulae and equations; the periodic classification; atomic and molecular masses; elementary concept of ionization; states of change; mole concept; stoichiometry.
400

CHM 1070 General Chemistry I
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Stoichiometry, thermochemistry, states of matter, selected properties of the elements, solutions, atomic and molecular structure.
300

CHM 1080 General Chemistry II
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Chemical thermodynamics and equilibria, kinetics, electrochemistry and redox, nuclear reactions, solutions, and selected properties of the elements.
300

CHM 1100 Chemistry Laboratory I
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Basic laboratory techniques are introduced including the qualitative analysis of the common inorganic cations and anions.
100

CHM 1120 Chemistry Laboratory II
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The second of two general chemistry laboratory courses for science and engineering majors. This course provides students with hands-on experience in the exploration of chemical principles covered in General Chemistry II (CHM 108). This will include principles of solutions, kinetics, acid/base reactions, equilibria, electrochemistry as well as laboratory techniques such as volumetric analysis and spectrophotometry.
100

CHM 2250 Organic Chemistry Lab I
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Common laboratory techniques are illustrated with experiments involving the generation, isolation, purification and characterization of organic compounds. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: (a) Perform basic organic chemical lab techniques, such as distillation, TLC, extraction, washing, re-crystallization and melting point analysis; (b) Effectively explore the principles behind observed organic chemical phenomena; (c) Construct and maintain a professional laboratory notebook. (d) Develop an internal database of organic reactions.
100

CHM 2260 Organic Chemistry Lab II
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Further laboratory techniques are illustrated with experiments involving the generation, isolation, purification and characterization of organic compounds. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: (a) Perform advanced organic chemical lab techniques, including syringe use, inert atmospheres, and air-/water-sensitive reagent handling. (b) Effectively explore the principles behind observed organic chemical phenomena. (c) Acquire and analyze spectroscopic data from Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry, Fourier Transform-Infrared Spectrophotometry and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy. (d) Develop an internal database of organic reactions.
100

CHM 2270 Organic Chemistry I
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The first semester of a two-semester general course covering the theoretical aspects as well as the practical application of organic chemistry. The structure and properties of organic compounds are the basis for understanding stereochemistry, spectroscopy, and the chemistry of saturated aliphatic and alicyclic compounds.
300

CHM 2280 Organic Chemistry Lab I
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The more common laboratory techniques of organic and inorganic chemistry are illustrated with experiments involving the isolation, characterization and purification of compounds. Emphasis is placed on the concept of chemical reactions and the physical, chemical and spectroscopic tools available to the chemist.
200

CHM 2290 Organic Chemistry II
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A continuation of CHM 227 into aromatic, electrocyclic and carbonyl chemistry, followed by a survey of carbohydrate, amino acid and some other natural product chemistry.
300

CHM 2300 Organic Chemistry Lab II
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Advanced laboratory techniques are illustrated with experiments involving the generation, isolation, purification and characterization of organic and organometallic/inorganic compounds. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: (a) Perform advanced organic chemical lab techniques, including syringe use, inert atmospheres, and air-/water-sensitive reagent handling; (b) Effectively explore the principles behind observed organic chemical phenomena; (c) Acquire and analyze spectroscopic data from Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry, Fourier Transform-Infrared Spectrophotometry, and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy; (d) Search the chemical literature, write a cogent scientific manuscript and properly edit peer manuscripts; (e) Develop an internal database of organic reactions; (f) Overlay the principles of Green Chemistry with regard to their existing chemical knowledge.
200

CHM 2980 Intro to Undergrad Research
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours


An introduction to the research laboratory involving a project carried out under the direction of a designated faculty member. This course may be taken a maximum of two times.
.500

CHM 3330 Physical Chemistry Lab I
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To be taken concurrently with or subsequently to CHM 341. Determinations of physicochemical properties and behavior of chemical compounds. Required of B.S. Biochemistry and B.A. Chemistry majors.
100

CHM 3340 Physical Chemistry Lab II
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A continuation of CHM 333. Required of B.S. Biochemistry and B.A. Chemistry majors
100

CHM 3410 Chem Thermodynamic & Appl
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The theory and application of thermodynamics and statistical mechanics to chemical systems.
300

CHM 3420 Chem Dynamics & Quantum Chem
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The theory and application of chemical kinetics and quantum mechanics to chemical systems.
300

CHM 3430 Physical Chemistry Lab A
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Determinations of physicochemical properties and behavior of chemical compounds, with emphasis on instrumentation. Required of B.S. Chemistry majors.
200

CHM 3440 Physical Chemistry Lab B
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A continuation of CHM 343. Required of B.S. Chemistry majors.
200

CHM 3870 Quantitative Analysis
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Analytical applications of multi-step equilibria, electrochemistry and modern chemical separation techniques.
300

CHM 3880 Quantitative Analysis Lab
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The analytical chemistry laboratory for chemistry and biochemistry majors. This course will provide students with hands-on experience using classical quantitative analysis techniques. These will include volumetric analysis, gravimetric analysis, potentiometry, molecular and atomic spectrophotometry, and chromatography. Topics covered in experiments will statistics, error, calibration methods, complex acid-base reactions, multi-step equilibria, complexation reactions, electrochemistry, spectrophotometry, and modern chemical separation techniques.
100

CHM 4010 Inorganic Chemistry
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours


General survey of modern inorganic chemistry.
300

CHM 4200 Polymer Engineering & Science
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours


Introductory overview of terminology, synthesis, properties, and fabrication of polymers.
300

CHM 4250 Polymer Surface Coatings
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours


Chemical, physical and mechanical properties of polymers related with their functions as protective coatings. Comparisons between coatings made with various alkyds and varnishes. The effects of solvents (and mixtures of solvents), fillers, wetting and flatting agents related to the special requirements of coatings. Equipment required for preparation and applications of coatings. Necessary evaluation tests and the significance of these tests.
300

CHM 4290 Industrial Chemistry
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours


Survey of the chemical and allied products, industries, size, economic importance and practices. Sources, interdependence, uses and hazards of industrially important compounds. Environmental problems, risk-benefit analysis and long-term changes needed in energy use. Raw materials and waste disposal.
300

CHM 4380 Recent Advances in Chemistry
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Students will be taken on a tour of the current chemical literature and will be expected to actively engage the concepts therein, as well as the ethical and social repercussions of the work. The course is built around student reading and discussion. Topics will vary yearly to reflect research trends. Particular emphasis will be placed on the ethics of technological advance and how chemistry affects the lives of all organisms on Earth. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: (a) Search the chemical literature competently; (b) Properly interpret all pieces of the chemical literature; (c) Distill large amounts of topical data into a written or oral presentation; (d) Apply their knowledge of chemical science to the ethical and social implications of such work.
300

CHM 4700 Basic Biochemistry
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours


An introduction to structure-function relationships of biomolecules, including amino acids, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids. Also an introduction to metabolism, including glycolysis, Krebs cycle and oxidative phosphorylation. Physiological applications of biochemistry will be stressed.
300

CHM 4710 Biochemistry I
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours


The chemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids in relation to cellular structure. Special emphasis on enzymes and enzyme kinetics.
300

CHM 4720 Biochemistry II
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Intermediary metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, amino acids, and nucleic acids. Bio-energetics in terms of cellular utilization and conservation of energy. Metabolic controls in terms of genetic and enzymatic mechanisms.
300

CHM 4730 Biochemistry Lab I
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Isolation, purification and characterization of carbohydrates, nucleic acids and proteins from natural sources. Enzyme kinetics using isolated enzymes. Designed to supplement CHM 471 and 472.
200

CHM 4740 Recent Advan in Biochemistry
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An advanced treatment of current research in biochemistry. Receptors, hormones, neurobiochemistry, recombinant DNA, biochemistry of disease. Emphasis on proper interpretation of the literature and the significance of the discoveries to the improvement of life. Discussion with student participation.
300

CHM 4810 Instrumental Analysis
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Theory and use of instruments as applied to physicochemical and analytical measurements.
300

CHM 4820 Instrumental Analysis Lab
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Laboratory procedures solving problems in correlation with the theories developed in CHM 481.
200

CHM 4980 Undergraduate Research
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An extensive project in research carried out under the guidance of a designated faculty member. This course is usually taken for two consecutive terms. The laboratory results must be submitted in an approved technical report at the end of each term. A maximum of six credits may be used to satisfy degree requirements.
100

CHM 4990 Senior Assessment
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours


This course is required of all B.S. Biochemistry, B.S. Chemistry, and B.A. Chemistry majors in their final year. Students are required to complete the outcomes assessment tools used by the department. These contribute to curriculum assessment, and the accreditation process of the American Chemical Society.
000

CHM 5000 Seminar
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours


Critical discussion of topics of general interest. Required of all full-time students during each term of graduate study. Part-time students are encouraged to attend. All students are required to take two semesters of seminar for one credit each during which time they write a review paper and present a seminar.
000

CHM 5010 Inorganic Chemistry
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General survey of modern inorganic chemistry.
300

CHM 5020 Chemistry Information & Safety
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An introduction to current methods of chemical information retrieval. Also, an introduction to safety procedures and OSHA requirements for the handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals.
100

CHM 5210 Mechanistic Organic Chemistry
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A survey of reaction mechanisms in organic chemistry including methods of mechanism determination, and applications of mechanistic understanding.
300

CHM 5250 Polymer Surface Coatings
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours


Chemical, physical and mechanical properties of polymers related to their functions as protective coatings. Comparisons between coatings made with various alkyds and varnishes. The effects of solvents (and mixtures of solvents), fillers, wetting and flatting agents related to the special requirements of coatings. Equipment required for the preparation and applications of coatings. Necessary evaluation tests and significance of these tests.
300

CHM 5290 Industrial Aspects of Chem
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Industrial transformations of various feedstocks of the chemical and allied industries. Commercial uses of inorganic and organic substances including macromolecular materials. Utilization of different chemicals in the economy.
300

CHM 5340 Synth & Char of Macromolecules
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Practical discussion of the reactions and techniques involved in the preparation of polymer samples, their purification and characterization.
300

CHM 5380 Recent Advances in Chemistry
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A tour of the current chemical literature with in-depth student participation. An advanced treatment of current research in chemistry. Topics, such as combinatorial methods and their affect on the pharmaceutical industry, supra-molecular synthesis and inter-disciplinarity in chemistry, application of nano-technology, alternative fuel sources and hydrogen storage, abiotic biomimetic systems and total synthesis of anti-cancer/anti-HIV compounds, are selected from the current literature and will vary yearly. Particular emphasis will be placed on the ethics of technological advance and how chemistry affects the lives of all organisms on Earth.
300

CHM 5410 Thermodynamics
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Thermodynamics of molecular systems with an introduction to the behavior of macromolecules.
300

CHM 5420 Physical Chm of Macromolecules
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Theoretical treatment of the behavior of macromolecules in solution and in the glassy and crystalline states as a function of their structure.
300

CHM 5500 Poly Engr & Scienc
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Introductory overview of terminology, synthesis, properties, and fabrication of polymers.
300

CHM 5610 Biochem of Macromolecules I
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Three hours of lecture and class discussion per week. The chemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids in relation to cellular structure. Applications and modifications. Special emphasis on enzymes and enzyme kinetics.
300

CHM 5620 Biochem of Macromolecules II
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Chemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids in relation to cellular structure. Applications and modifications. Special emphasis on enzymes and enzyme kinetics.
300

CHM 5700 Basic Biochemistry
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An introduction to structure-function relationships of biomolecules, including amino acids, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids. Also an introduction to metabolism, including glycolysis, Krebs cycle and oxidation phosphorylation. Physiological applications of biochemistry are stressed. Designed for students in special programs in the health sciences.
300

CHM 5730 Biochemistry Lab I
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Isolation, purification and characterization of carbohydrates, nucleic acids and proteins from natural sources. Techniques of spectroscopy, column, and thin-layer chromatography. Enzyme kinetics using isolated enzymes. Designed to supplement CHM 561 and CHM 562.
200

CHM 5740 Recent Adv in Biochemistry
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours


An advanced treatment of current research in biochemistry. Receptors, hormones, neurobiochemistry, recombinant DNA, biochemistry of disease. Emphasis on interpretation of the literature and the significance of recent discoveries to the improvement of life. Discussion with student participation. CHM 581
300

CHM 5810 Advanced Instrumental Analysis
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Application of physical methods to the study of chemical systems with emphasis on spectroscopic techniques.
300

CHM 5820 Adv Inst Anal Lab
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Three hours of lab instruction per week/ credit. Laboratory experience in solving problems using selected instrumental methods of chemical analysis.
200

CHM 5980 Non-Thesis Research
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A student may elect up to three credits of non-thesis research in the laboratory of a chemistry faculty member. A research report is required at the end of each semester.
100

CHM 6010 Special Topics
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Varying topics of interest in different branches of chemistry
300

CHM 6990 Thesis Research
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Research, study and other activity appropriate to the Chemistry and Biochemistry masters thesis. Students should consult the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department for thesis format requirements.
100

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