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CHEMISTRY 0485 Basic Laboratory and Computation Chemistry 2 credit hours A study of the metric system, dimensional analysis, density, physical and chemical properties of matter, formulae, gas laws, stoichiometry, and acids and bases. Examination of the rules for presentation of graphical and calculated formats of laboratory measurements. (1 lecture hour, 2 lab hours)

CHEMISTRY 1105 (IAI P1 903L) Contemporary Chemistry 4 credit hours Introduction to chemical concepts using practical issues and applications to illustrate the principles of chemistry. The language of chemistry, scientific method and measurement, experimentation with data collection, and current issues with application to chemical principles. One year of high school algebra is recommended. (3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours)

CHEMISTRY 1137 Concepts and Applications in Nanoscience 4 credit hours Inter-disciplinary course combining elements of chemistry, physics and electronics, takes a non-mathematical approach to examine the fundamental scientific principles behind the new field of nanotechnology. The course is intended for non-science majors. The important future role of nanotechnology in society is discussed, using applications in the consumer world and industry involving materials and electronics. The course provides experience from theoretical, laboratory and laboratory simulation perspectives. (3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours)

CHEMISTRY 1211 (IAI P1 902L) General Chemistry 5 credit hours Fundamental concepts of general inorganic chemistry including formula naming, atomic structure, stoichiometry, gas laws, solutions, equilibria, redox, acid-base theory and nuclear chemistry. Intended for health science majors. Not intended for science or engineering majors. Prerequisite: Mathematics 0481 (or college equivalent) with a grade of “C” or better, or a qualifying score on the mathetmatics placement test or a qualifying A.C.T. math score. (4 lecture hours, 3 lab hours)

CHEMISTRY 1212 Survey of Organic Chemistry 5 credit hours Introduction to organic chemistry. Nomenclature, structure, physical properties, reactions and synthesis of major organic functional groups. Intended for health science majors. Prerequisite: Chemistry 1211 or 1551 (4 lecture hours, 3 lab hours)

CHEMISTRY 1551 (IAI P1 902L) Principles of Chemistry I 5 credit hours Measurement, the mole concept, composition and reaction stoichiometry, types of reactions, thermochemistry, atomic theories, chemical periodicity, bonding, molecular geometry, and properties and theories of the gaseous, liquid and solid states. Intended for science and engineering students. Prerequisite: Mathematics 1428 (or college equivalent) or Mathematics 1431 (or college equivalent) with a grade of “C” or better, or qualifying score on the mathematics placement test or qualifying A.C.T. math sub-score and one year high school chemistry with a satisfactory grade or Chemistry 0485 (or college equivalent) with a grade of “C” or better (4 lecture hours, 3 lab hours)

CHEMISTRY 1552 Principles of Chemistry II 5 credit hours Properties of solutions, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acid-base theory and equilibria, solubility equilibria, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, coordination chemistry and nuclear chemistry. Laboratory includes both qualitative and quantitative analysis. Prerequisite: Chemistry 1551 with a grade of “C” or better (4 lecture hours, 3 lab hours)

CHEMISTRY 1800 Experiential Special Topics 1 to 3 credit hours Experiential courses in chemistry cover topics not otherwise covered by general education courses and other courses in the catalog for the chemistry discipline while building upon academic knowledge and skills acquired in introductory-level chemistry classes. These courses require direct experience and focused reflection in an in-depth study of a specific chemistry topic and/or the critical analysis of contemporary issues in chemistry. They are targeted to self-selected students with an interest in the subject matter and involve active participation. The course delivery incorporates an experiential component of no less than 30% but not to exceed 70%. This Experiential component may include field studies, interdisciplinary learning, and/or the practical application of chemistry concepts, theories, principles and methods with a specific focus. All courses require an orientation session to deliver academic and experiential information (syllabus, academic requirements, field preparation, logistics, etc.) (1 to 3 lecture hours)

CHEMISTRY 1820 Selected Topics I 3 credit hours Introductory exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college Class Schedule. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. (3 lecture hours)

CHEMISTRY 1821 Selected Topics II 3 credit hours Introductory exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college Class Schedule. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

CHEMISTRY 1840 Independent Study – Individualized 1 to 4 credit hours Exploration and analysis of topics within the discipline to meet individual student-defined course description, goals, objectives, topical outline and methods of evaluation in coordination with and approved by the instructor. May be taken three times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor (1 to 4 lecture hours)

CHEMISTRY 2213 Introduction to Biochemistry 4 credit hours Introduction of biochemical topics of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids and their subsequent metabolism. Prerequisite: Chemistry 1212 or 2551 (3 lecture hours, 3 lab hours)

CHEMISTRY 2551 Organic Chemistry I 5 credit hours Bonding principles, functional groups, isomerism, stereochemistry, nomenclature, synthesis and reactions of alkanes, cycloalkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols, and alkyl halides. Addition, elimination, rearrangement and substitution mechanisms. Laboratory stresses microscale techniques, basic separations, purifications, syntheses, and infrared and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. For chemistry majors, pre-professional students and biology majors. Prerequisite: Chemistry 1552 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent (3 lecture hours, 6 lab hours)

CHEMISTRY 2552 Organic Chemistry II 5 credit hours Continuation of Chemistry 2551. Nomenclature, properties, reactions and synthesis of conjugated dienes, aromatics, organometallics, alcohols, phenols, ethers, aldehydes and ketones, carboxylic acids and derivatives, and amines. Mechanisms include electrophilic aromatic substitution and nucleophilic addition. Carbohydrates, amino acids, proteins and nucleic acids. Laboratory stresses single and multi-step syntheses along with mass spectrometry, ultraviolet, and carbon-13 nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy and integrated spectral analysis. For chemistry majors, pre-professional students and biology majors. Prerequisite: Chemistry 2551 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent (3 lecture hours, 6 lab hours)

CHEMISTRY 2800 Advanced Experiential Special Topics 1 to 3 credit hours Advanced course in chemistry cover topics not general education courses and other courses in the Catalog for the chemistry discipline. These course require direct experience and focused reflection in an in-depth study of a specific chemistry topic and/or the critical analysis of contemporary issue in chemistry. They are targeted to self-selected students with an interest in the subject matter involve active participation. The course delivery incorporates an experimental component of no less than 30 percent but not to exceed 70 percent. This Experiential component may include field studies, interdisciplinary learning and/or the practical application of chemistry concepts, theories, principle and methods with a specific focus. All courses require an orientation session to deliver academic and experiential information (syllabus, academic requirements, filed preparation, logistics, etc.) Prerequisite: At least one course in chemistry or consent of the instructor. (1 to 3 lecture hours, 1 to 3 lab hours)

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