The Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry requires 37 hours in chemistry, consisting of 101, 102, 214, 215, 216, 217, 305, 306 or 320 or 322, 401, 402, 405 and 415. In addition, Math 141, 142, Physics 203, and one course selected from Physics 111, 121, 204, 205 and 303 are required. Students intending to enter graduate school are encouraged to take Math 241, 242 and one more Physics course above the 200 level. The Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry requires 29 hours in chemistry, consisting of 101, 102, 214, 215, 305, 401, 415, and two additional chemistry courses from 216-217, 306, 320, 322, 402, or 405. In addition, Math 141, 142, Physics 203, and one course from Physics 111, 121, 204, 205 or 303 are required. Pre-medical and pre-dental students should choose Chemistry 216-217 and 320 or 322 as their two additional chemistry courses. The Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry with an emphasis in Biochemistry requires 37 hours in chemistry, consisting of 101, 102, 214-217, 305, 320, 322, 323, 401, 405 and 415. In addition, Math 141, 142; Physics 203 and one course selected from Physics 111, 121, 204, 205, and 303; and Biology 110 and 111. Students intending to enter graduate school are encouraged to take Chemistry 402 and two additional biology courses at or above the 200 level. The Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry with an emphasis in Biochemistry requires 32 hours in chemistry, consisting of 101, 102, 214-217, 305, 320, 322, 401 and 415. In addition, Math 141, 142; Physics 203 and one course selected from Physics 111, 121, 204, 205, and 303; and Biology 110 and 111. Students are encouraged to take two additional biology courses at or above the 200 level.

101. Chemical Principles I (4 s.h.)
Fundamental chemical principles are emphasized in class and laboratory. Topics covered include: atomic theory and atomic structure; chemical formulas and equations; thermochemistry; behavior of gases; the Periodic Table; chemical bonding; liquids and solids; and solutions. Students in this course will be taught to reason abstractly and to develop an understanding for the natural environment. Outstanding students with a strong background in chemistry may obtain credit for this course by passing the Proficiency Examination. Weekly lab. Credit may not be awarded for both Chemistry 101 and Chemistry 105.

102. Chemical Principles II (4 s.h.)
Prerequisite: 101. A continuation of the study of the principles of chemistry. Topics covered include: spontaneity of reaction; chemical equilibrium; rates of reaction; acids and bases; coordination compounds; oxidation and reduction reactions; electrochemical cells; and nuclear chemistry. Students in this course will be taught to reason abstractly and to develop an understanding of the natural environment. Weekly lab.

104. Freshman Chemistry Laboratory (1 s.h.)
Prerequisite: consent of Department. A course consisting of the laboratory portion of Chemistry 101 or 102. The course is restricted to incoming students who have earned credit for the course content of Chemistry 101 or 102 but who do not have college level laboratory skills. Course may be repeated if a student requires laboratory instruction from both courses.

105. Concepts in Chemistry (4 s.h.)
A course in chemistry for non-science majors designed to provide an understanding and appreciation of (1) the nature and methods of science (2) some of the fundamental laws and theories of chemistry, and (3) the role of science in society and how it relates to other areas of human endeavor. Students in this course will be taught to reason abstractly and to develop an understanding of the natural environment. This course will not serve as a prerequisite for more advanced science courses. Weekly laboratory. Credit may not be awarded for both Chemistry 101 and Chemistry 105.

211. Mentored Research in Chemistry (1-3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: consent of Department. A course in mentored research for exceptional freshman and sophomore students in a variety of fields of Chemistry. Credit depends upon time devoted to project. Pass/Fail.

214. Organic Chemistry I (3 s.h.)
Prerequisites: 101, 102 or equivalent. A systematic study is made of the principal classes of carbon-containing compounds: their structures, nomenclature, physical properties, preparation, and characteristic reactions. These unifying concepts are stressed: (1) the structures of organic compounds determine their properties and reactions, and (2) there exists a limited number of mechanisms by which organic compounds react. This course emphasizes the mechanistic pathways and synthetic utility of organic reactions.

215. Organic Chemistry I Lab (1 s.h.)
A laboratory course that must be taken concurrently with CH 214. Provides training in the preparation, purification, and identification of organic compounds.

216. Organic Chemistry II (3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: 214. This course continues the study of the principles of organic chemistry begun in 214. In addition, the spectroscopic characterization of organic compounds is introduced.

217. Organic Chemistry II Lab (1 s.h.)
A laboratory course that must be taken concurrently with CH 216 and after completion of Organic Chemistry I Lab. Synthetic techniques and the application of spectroscopy to structure determination are emphasized.

305. Quantitative Analysis (5 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in 102. A course in analytical chemistry including gravimetric, volumetric and basic instrumental methods of analysis. Topics covered include: acid-base equilibrium; acid-base titration; complexometric titration; precipitation reactions; oxidation-reduction reactions; electro-chemical analysis; ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy; atomic absorption spectroscopy; and gas chromatography. Problem solving is emphasized. Laboratory (six hours a week) consists of analysis of unknowns by standard volumetric, gravimetric and instrumental methods.

306. Inorganic Chemistry (3 s.h.)
Prerequisites: 214-217. Selected topics in modern inorganic chemistry. Areas of emphasis to include: transition metal complexes, crystal field theory, reactions of transition metal complexes, bioinorganic complexes, solid state structures and theory, and descriptive chemistry of some representative elements.

320. Biochemistry (3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: a C or better in 216. An in-depth study of the structures and physical properties of amino acids, proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates and lipids. Additional topics include enzyme kinetics, enzyme mechanisms and the thermodynamics and regulation of biochemical processes.

322. Advanced Biochemistry (3 s.h.)
Prerequisites: 214-217; 320. An in-depth study of the chemical reactions that constitute metabolism. In particular, the ways in which cells extract energy and reducing power from their environment will be examined. The pathways by which cells synthesize amino acids, lipids, nucleotides and other biomolecules will be studied.

323. Advanced Biochemistry Lab (1 s.h.)
Prerequisite 320. Laboratory work investigating areas such as enzyme catalyzed reactions, amino acid analysis, and protein purification.

401. Physical Chemistry I (4 s.h.)
Prerequisites: 102, Math 141 and 142. Classical thermodynamics will be examined with application to the areas of chemical equilibrium, phase equilibria, and electrochemistry. Chemical kinetics will also be studied. Weekly lab.

402. Physical Chemistry II (4 s.h.)
Prerequisite: 401, Physics 220. The theories of quantum mechanics will be developed and applied to model systems. Applications of quantum mechanics to spectroscopy and statistical mechanics will be examined. Weekly lab.

405. Instrumental Methods of Analysis (4 s.h.)
Prerequisite: 214-217, 305. A survey of the theory and practice of modern analytical instrumentation. Topics covered include: ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy; infrared spectroscopy; nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, mass spectrometry; gas and liquid chromatographic methods of analysis; atomic absorption spectroscopy; and electrochemical methods of analysis. Weekly lab.

410. Independent Study (Credit to be determined)
Individual project.

411. Research in Chemistry (1-3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Consent of department. Honors course of supervised research in a variety of chemical fields. Credit depends on problem selected and time devoted. Pass/Fail.

415. Seminar (1 s.h.)
An examination of current research topics in chemistry. Required of all majors.

444. Special Topics in Chemistry (1-3 s.h.)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. An elective for advanced students. Offers an opportunity to study an advanced area of chemistry. Specific course topics will vary according to professor and student interest. Possible topics include: group theory, liquid crystals, surface chemistry, experimental techniques, stereochemistry, polymer chemistry, structure-reactivity relationships, reaction mechanisms, and synthesis in organic and biochemistry. Offered on demand.