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| CHEM 105 | Applied Chemistry | 3 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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For bachelor of technology majors. An introduction to basic chemical concepts and their application to industrial technology. Studies will include basic chemical concepts and calculations, the relationship of atomic structure and bonding to chemical and physical properties and the state of matter, and the role of thermal chemistry, thermodynamics and oxidation-reduction in determining the rates and extent of chemical reactions. The laboratory work will illustrate common laboratory techniques and the lecture materials presented. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: Students who have completed CHEM 150 General Chemistry II cannot take this course without BCS chair permission. Co-requisite: MATH 141.or MATH 135 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 2-3-3 |
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| CHEM 107 | Engineering Chemistry I | 4 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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For electrical engineering and computer science majors. An introduction to theoretical and inorganic chemistry. Studies include basic chemical concepts and calculations, atomic structure, periodicity and bonding, states of matter, metals, solutions, acids and bases, thermal chemistry and introductory thermodynamics, oxidation-reduction reactions, reaction rates and nuclear reactions. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: MATH 135 or MATH 136 or MATH 141 or MATH 170 or MATH 180. Students who have completed CHEM 150 General Chemistry II cannot take this course without BCS chair permission. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 4-0-4 |
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| CHEM 110 | General Chemistry I | 4 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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An introduction to theoretical and inorganic chemistry. Studies include: types of matter, atomic structure, the periodic table, chemical bonding, states of matter, solutions, chemical reactions, gas laws, and chemical calculations. Laboratory work illustrates common laboratory techniques as well as chemical principles. Prerequisite Course(s): Co-requisite: MATH 135 or TMAT 135, MATH 136 or TMAT 155, MATH 141, MATH 161, or MATH 170 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-3-4 |
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| CHEM 150 | General Chemistry II | 4 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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A continuation of CHEM 110. Topics to be covered include thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibria, acids and bases, ionic equilibria, oxidation-reduction reactions, and electrochemistry. Laboratory work illustrates the principles discussed in the lecture. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: CHEM 110 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-3-4 |
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| CHEM 210 | Organic Chemistry I | 4 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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This course includes the study of the stereochemistry and electronic structure of aliphatic and aromatic compounds, and the properties of their functional groups. Laboratory work consists of the determination of physical constants and the preparation of various organic compounds. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: CHEM 150 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-3-4 |
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| CHEM 215 | Bio-Organic Chemistry | 4 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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The basic concepts of organic chemistry and biochemistry are covered. Topics include hydrocarbons, stereochemistry, alcohols, phenols and ethers, carbonyl compounds, amines, amides, carbohydrates, amino acids and proteins, nucleic acids and the relationship of these chemicals to metabolic pathways. This course does not satisfy the organic chemistry or biochemistry course requirements for other science majors. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: CHEM 105 or CHEM 110. Students who have completed CHEM 340 Biochemistry cannot take this course without BCS chair permission. Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-3-4 |
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| CHEM 250 | Organic Chemistry II | 4 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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A continuation of Organic Chemistry I. Studies include: the advanced theoretical treatment of reaction mechanisms, spectroscopic properties of organic compounds, and configurations of some important biological systems. Laboratory work consists of more advanced organic syntheses and qualitative organic analysis. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: CHEM 210 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-3-4 |
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| CHEM 310 | Quantitative Analysis | 4 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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An introduction to the principles and calculations of quantitative analysis. Topics include: chemical stoichiometry, acid and base concepts, ionic equilibria, acid-base titrations, spectrophotometry, oxidation-reduction reactions, complex compounds, gravimetric analysis, and precipitation titrations .Laboratory work consists of elementary gravimetric, volumetric, and instrumental analysis. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: CHEM 150 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-5-4 |
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| CHEM 320 | Environmental Chemistry | 3 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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This course introduces fundamentals of atmospheric, aquatic, and soil chemistry as relating to generation, transport and fate of pollutants in the environment. Lecture will cover topics on major sources of pollution, water quality, water and wastewater treatment, pollutant fate and transport modeling. Additional discussion topics will include national and global environment issues (e.g., greenhouse gas emission, global warming, stratospheric ozone depletion) and current key U.S environmental laws. The objective of this course is to prepare students to be environmentally conscientious citizens and empower them with scientific knowledge to make the responsible decisions concerning the environment. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: CHEM 250 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| CHEM 330 | Nanoscience & Nanotechnology | 3 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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This introductory course offers a comprehensive overview of the fundamental principles of nanoscience and their applications within the realm of nanotechnology. The curriculum delves into the instrumentation and principles that are pertinent to the nanoscale, exploring the current state-of-the-art advancements and projecting future applications. Additionally, the course covers the utilization of inorganic and biological nanomaterials in various disciplines such as chemistry, engineering, and medicine. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisites: CHEM 150, PHYS 225 or PHYS 185 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| CHEM 340 | Bioanalytical Chemistry | 3 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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This course presents the fundamentals of bioanalytical chemistry and provides an overview of the separation, detection, identification and quantification of biological samples in different settings. Emphasis is placed on techniques commonly employed to study the structure, function, and interactions of biomolecules. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisites: BIOL 110, CHEM 150, CHEM 250 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| CHEM 350 | Instrumental Analysis | 3 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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This course represents a study of the operational principles and application of the instrumental methods for quantitative identification of compounds and determination of their chemical structure. Students will learn about principles involved in operation and data analysis for an array of modern laboratory instruments corresponding to electrochemical, spectrophotometric, and chromatographic methods. The key aspect of the class is for students to become knowledgeable of the scope of applicability as well as advantages and disadvantages of each method. The emphasis of this course is on learning the operational features and developing the insight that is necessary to choose the right tool to provide a quantitative solution to a given chemical problem. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: CHEM 310 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| CHEM 395 | Introduction to Research Design | 3 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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This course will provide you with an opportunity to explore scientific research and review articles in several areas of biomedical and chemical research and discuss: a) research design; b) experimental material and techniques; c) analysis, interpretation, presentation and critique of data/ results; d) statistical analyses; and e) improving your scientific writing and oral presentation skills. Classroom Hours- Laboratory and/ or Studio Hours- Course Credits: 3-0-3 Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: Any 300 level CHEM course Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| CHEM 410 | Physical Chemistry I | 4 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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A study of the fundamental principles of modern physical chemistry. Topics include: the kinetic theory of gases, thermodynamics, thermochemistry, properties of solutions, and chemical kinetics. Laboratory work is designed to illustrate the fundamental laws and basic physicochemical methods. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: CHEM 310 and Co- requisite : MATH 170 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-4 |
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| CHEM 420 | Pharmaceutical Chemistry | 3 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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This course will examine the principles of chemistry that underline the study of pharmacology, drug, design, and drug formulation. This course covers all core material necessary to provide an understanding of the chemistry of drug molecules, drug- target interactions, and stereochemistry and drug metabolism. It will also include chromatographic and spectral techniques used in quantitative analysis and identification of pharmaceutical agents and metabolites. Classroom Hours- Laboratory and/or Studio Hours- Course Credits: 3-0-3 Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: BIOL 340 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| CHEM 430 | Biophysical Chemistry | 3 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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This is a one-semester class that explores biochemistry from a physical chemistry perspective. Topics covered include molecular recognition, signaling processes, protein folding kinetics, equilibrium thermodynamics, as well as separation and spectroscopic characterization methods as applied to biomolecules. The emphasis of the course is on structure-function relationships and experimental techniques for probing structure and dynamics of biological systems. When you complete the course, you will understand how scientists apply physical chemistry to study the myriad of processes inside the living cell. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisites: BIOL 340, MATH 170, PHYS 180 or PHYS 185 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| CHEM 440 | Drug Discovery & Development | 3 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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This course will provide the concepts and theory essential for understanding the processes involved in drug discovery and development, from target identification to clinical trials and final drug registration. It will present drug discovery as a process involving target selection, molecular, cellular and animal screening, medicinal chemistry, and pharmacology. Along the way, students will learn about drug development aspects, including the assessment of drug toxicity, clinical trials, intellectual property and drug marketing strategies. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisites: CHEM 420 or BIOL 456 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| CHEM 450 | Physical Chemistry II | 4 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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A continuation of Physical Chemistry I. Topics include: electrochemistry, chemical bonding, spectroscopy, photochemistry, physical biochemistry, and nuclear chemistry. Laboratory work consists of electrode phenomena, spectrophotometric measurements, chemical catalysis, and radiochemistry. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: CHEM 410, Co-requisite: MATH 180 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-3-4 |
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| CHEM 455 | Computational Chemistry | 3 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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This course provides the basic theoretical background of computational chemistry and focuses on acquiring practical skills to perform molecular modeling in solving chemical problems. Lectures will introduce several molecular modeling methods in computational chemistry (semi-empirical and ab-initio methods, density functional theory, molecular mechanics, molecular dynamics), which are used to investigate molecular geometries (conformations and the absolute configuration) as well as predict molecular and spectroscopic properties. Through hands on project based exercises, students will become familiar with different molecular modeling software packages and associated visualization programs: Gaussian, Gauss-view, Spartan, Macromodel, Schrodinger, suite of applets. Class will be also engaged in discussion of recent applications from selected journal articles. The emphasis will be made on understanding and critically assessing the applicability of computational methods to specific chemistry problems, rather than memorization of specific theoretical details regarding algorithms. Upon completion of the course, students will become familiar with essential computational chemistry methods, the key existing software and how to select the right method for the particular chemical problem. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: CHEM 410 and CHEM 450 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| CHEM 470 | Inorganic Chemistry | 3 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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Inorganic Chemistry (Chemistry 470) is a one semester course that presents contemporary theories about molecular structure and reactivity and applies them to inorganic materials, catalysis, nanotechnology, and bioinorganic chemistry. The course extends the application of fundamental chemical theories of structure, bonding, thermodynamics, and kinetics that are developed in prerequisite courses (Organic Chemistry I and II (Chem 210/250), Physical chemistry I and II (Chem 410/450) to current problems in the chemistry of main group and transition elements. Group theory will be introduced to elucidate the symmetry, structure, bonding, and spectroscopy of the d-block elements. The course prepares students for advanced study in chemistry, biology, or biochemistry and provides an introduction to topics of interest for students preparing for careers in chemical industry. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: CHEM 410 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3 |
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| CHEM 483 | Biosensor Design Research Project Lab | 3 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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An advanced bioanalytical research project conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Students will design and characterize a detection method for an analyte of interest from a biological system. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisites: BIOL 340, CHEM 250 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 0-3-3 |
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| CHEM 484 | Medicinal Chemistry Research Project Lab | 3 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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This course includes the design of step-by-step chemical schemes for the synthesis of new small molecules with potential biological activity by using medicinal chemistry methodologies. Students will explore various reaction condictions, purification techniques, and characterization methods. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: BIOL 340 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 0-3-3 |
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| CHEM 491 | Independent Research I | 4 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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An independent research project with faculty supervision, including experimental, analytical, or numerical simulation research. In some cases students may be permitted to pursue programs in hospitals or industry. A final report covering the problem, approach, results and discussion is required Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: CHEM 250 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-3-4 |
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| CHEM 492 | Independent Research II | 4 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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An independent research project with faculty supervision, including experimental, analytical, or numerical simulation research. In some cases students may be permitted to pursue programs in hospitals or industry. A final report covering the problem, approach, results and discussion is required Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: CHEM 250 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-3-4 |
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| CHEM 493 | Independent Research III | 3 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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An advanced biomedical project under the supervision of a faculty member. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite CHEM 395 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-3-3 |
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| CHEM 494 | Independent Research IV | 4 | College of Arts & Sciences |
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An advanced biomedical project under the supervision of a faculty member. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: CHEM 395 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-3-4 |
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