Chemistry Major Requirements

A study of the foundational concepts in chemistry and the basis of the physical and chemical properties of matter.  Topics covered include atomic structure, the Periodic Table, physical and chemical properties, and reaction stoichiometry.  Prerequisite:  Placement into College Algebra MAT-0115 or a level higher math course. Students should enroll concurrently in lecture and lab.  Permission of the instructor is needed just to take the lecture course. (3 Credits)

Laboratory experience, General Chemistry I (1 Credit)

An in-depth study of intermolecular forces, solutions, colligative properties, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, thermodynamics and electrochemistry. Prerequisites: AP Chemistry credit or CHE 0142. (3 Credits)

Laboratory experience, General Chemistry II. (1 Credit)

A systematic study of the structure, properties, and reactions of aliphatic compounds, including reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry, and synthetic applications. Prerequisites: AP chemistry credit or CHE-0145.  Offered fall semester. (3 Credits)

Laboratory experience, General Chemistry I. (1 Credit)

A further study of organic molecules including aromatic as well as aliphatic compounds.  Emphasis is on reaction mechanisms and synthetic applications.  Prerequisite:  CHE-0230.  Offered spring semester. (3 Credits)

Laboratory experience, General Chemistry II. (1 Credit)

This course is an introduction to the structure, bonding and reactivity of elements and compounds, focusing primarily on transition metal complexes. Standard theories and applications of inorganic chemistry as well as aspects of current research will also be covered in this course. Prerequisite: CHE 0230 (3 Credits)

The study of the quantitative applications of chemical analysis as it applies to chemical equilibrium, acid/base chemistry, electrochemistry. It includes the theory and interpretation of UV-Visible, IR, NMR and mass spectroscopy. Spreadsheet application to problem solving and the use of computer-assisted statistical analysis of data and data presentation will be an integrated part of the course.  Classical analysis techniques and modern separation methods (GC and HPLC) are included as well. Prerequisites: CHE 0235 and CHE 0250. (3 Credits)

Laboratory experience, Analytical Chemistry. (1 Credit)

Taken at a SEPCHE school. This course looks at the first, second, and third laws of thermodynamics; phase equilibria and chemical equilibria; gases; and electrochemistry will be covered in this course. Prerequisite: MAT 0121. (3 Credits)

Laboratory experience, Physical Chemistry I. (1 Credit)

A study of the structure and function of proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, and carbohydrates. Emphasis is placed on the relationship between macromolecular conformation and function. Membrane structure and transport will be covered as well as basic bioenergetics and enzyme catalysis. Clinical correlations will be made where appropriate. Enzyme and binding kinetics will be examined as well as the use of the computer to collect, analyze, tabulate, and graph experimental results. The course has a writing component designed to develop the student’s literature research skills. Prerequisites: CHE-0235. Offered spring semester. (3 Credits)

3 credits.

(3 Credits)

Laboratory experience with Instrumental Methods of Analysis. (1 Credit)

Taken at a SEPCHE school. This course looks at the first, second, and third laws of thermodynamics; phase equilibria and chemical equilibria; gases; and electrochemistry will be covered in this course. Prerequisite: MAT 0121. (3 Credits)

Laboratory experience, Physical Chemistry I. (1 Credit)

(3 Credits)

A study of the mechanisms and regulation of intermediary metabolism with a human focus. Signal transduction, protein translocation, nuclear structure and transport, and cell cycle regulation will be covered. Emphasis will be placed on the physiological implications of biomolecular function and the relationship to metabolic, hormonal, and carcinogenic disease. The course contains a significant writing component to further develop the student’s literature searching and technical writing skills. Prerequisite: CHE-0400. Offered fall semester. x(3 Credits)

(3 Credits)

This is the second of a two-course sequence in the differential and integral calculus of functions of one independent variable. Topics include the basic and advanced techniques of integration, analytic geometry of graphs of functions, and their limits, integrals and derivatives, including the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Applications of the integral are studied. Applications to the physical sciences is a focus of this course, as this sequence of courses is designed to meet the needs of students in all disciplines. Prerequisite: MAT-0120.  Offered spring semester.  This course partially fulfills the Critical Thinking/Problem Solving requirement in the Undergraduate College’s General Education program. (3 Credits)