Chemistry Degree
Curriculum
Required Chemistry Courses (32 Credits)
CH 121 General Chemistry I
A study of matter and atomic structure, mass-mole relationships, reaction stoichiometry, solution chemistry including redox and precipitation reactions, the Theory of gas laws, electronic structure and the Periodic table of elements, covalent bonding and thermochemistry. General Education choice, Level A. Scheduled each fall semester. P: Background in Mathematics equivalent to Algebra II. 3 credits
CH 121L General Chemistry I Laboratory
Laboratory experiments which correlate with General Chemistry I lecture. General laboratory incorporating qualitative and quantitative techniques such as titrations, filtrations and chromatography will be included. To be taken in conjunction with CH 121. 1 credit
CH 122 General Chemistry II
Course includes studies in liquids, solids and intermolecular bonding, concentration units and colligative properties, chemical kinetics, equilibrium in gaseous systems, acid and bases, acid-base theory and equilibria studies (including buffers and titrations), precipitation equilibria, coordination compounds, spontaneity of reactions, electrochemistry, and nuclear reactions (time permitting). Scheduled each fall semester. P: CH 121. 3 credits
CH 122L General Chemistry II Laboratory
Laboratory experiments which correlate with CH 122 lecture. Laboratory experiments include basic analytical techniques: titrations, gravimetry, spectroscopy and electrochemistry. To be taken in conjunction with CH 122.1 credit
CH 221 Organic Chemistry I
This course focuses on fundamentals of structure and bonding in organic compounds. Study of the structure, properties, preparation, reactions, and reaction mechanisms of organic compounds including alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alcohols, and alkyl halides. Includes stereochemistry of organic compounds; nucleophilic substitution reactions. This is a writing intensive (W) course. Scheduled each fall semester. P: CH 121, CH 122. 3 credits
CH 221L Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
Laboratory experiments correlated with Organic Chemistry I lecture. Introduction to various organic laboratory techniques including distillation, reflux, extractions, recrystallization, chromatography, qualitative analysis, and laboratory safety (and related matters). Experiments include paper and thin-layer chromatography, elimination, nucleophilic substitution, and addition reactions. To be taken in conjunction with CH 221. P: CH 121, CH 121L, CH 122, CH 122L. 1 credit
CH 222 Organic Chemistry II
Study of the structure, properties, preparation, reactions, and reaction mechanisms of organic compounds including alkadienes, arenes, organometallics, alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, amines, and various other derivative groups. Basic theory of spectroscopic methods NMR, UV, IR and MS will be introduced and spectral interpretation of organic compounds emphasized. Scheduled each spring semester. P: CH 221.3 credits
CH 222L Organic Chemistry II Laboratory
Laboratory experiments correlated with Organic Chemistry II lecture. Experiments will incorporate spectroscopic analysis (NMR, UV, IR and MS) with synthesis and organic reaction experiments such as oxidation-reduction, esterification, and nucleophilic substitution reactions. Scheduled each spring semester. P: CH 221L1 credit
CH 241 Analytical Chemistry I
This course includes the analysis of data in analytical chemistry, basic statistics,stoichiometrytitrations, gravimetry, complexometry, electrochemistry, voltammetry and electrochemical sensors, spectrochemical techniques-atomic absorption, chromatography-theory and applications-column, TLC, GC, HPLC, ion-exchange, electrophoresis, clinical chemistry. To be taken in conjunction with lab. Some experiments may be miniprojects. P: CH 222, 222L. Lecture: 2 hours per week; Laboratory: 6 hours per week. 3 credits. CH241L 13 credits
CH 241L Analytical Chemistry I Laboratory
Laboratory experiments will incorporate lecture material emphasizing data collection (and analysis) and the analytical techniques. Some experiments may be miniprojects. Laboratory: 6 hours per week. 1 credit
CH 242 Analytical Chemistry II (with Laboratory, CH242L)
Introduction to theory and use of modern chemical instrumentation techniques including titrations (acid-base, complexometric), spectroscopy (UV, IR, AAS), electrochemistry, chromatography (GC, HPLC), and other techniques. To be taken in conjunction with lab. P: CH 222, 222L, CH 241. Lecture: 2 hours per week; Laboratory: 6 hours per week.3 credits. CH 242L, 1 credit
CH 321 Physical Chemistry I (with Laboratory, CH 321L)
A study of the theoretical principles underlying the areas of thermodynamics, chemical equilibrium, electrochemistry, kinetics, quantum mechanics, and spectroscopy. To be taken in conjunction with lab. P: CH 122, MA 122. SC 131 & SC 132 are strongly recommended.3 credits. CH321L, 1 credit
CH 322 Physical Chemistry II (with Laboratory, CH 322L)
Study of a quantitative approach to statistical mechanics, quantum chemistry, kinetics, macroscopic and microscopic structures. To be taken in conjunction with lab. P: CH 321. 3 credits. CH322L, 1 credit.
Required Correlative Courses (21 Credits)
MA 121 Calculus I
Presentation of the fundamental concepts of functions, limits, and differential calculus with an introduction to integral calculus. Techniques and applications of differentiation and calculating areas as limits are explored. Offered each fall semester. P: MA 120 or its equivalent. 4 credits
MA 122 Calculus II
Further extensive study of the fundamental concepts of differential and integral calculus. Topics include logarithmic, exponential and trigonometric functions, integration techniques, applications of the definite integral, and infinite series. Offered each spring semester. P: MA 121 or its equivalent. 4 credits
SC 131 General Physics I
The study of selected topics, e.g., motion, force, work, energy and thermodynamics, using algebra and trigonometry. Laboratory exercises will illustrate these principles. This course is a requirement for students preparing for teaching certification in Biology or Chemistry. P: high school physics, algebra or departmental permission. Offered fall semester of even years. 3 credits
SC 131L General Physics I Laboratory
Offered in conjunction with SC 131, this course illustrates selected topics through hands-on work. 3 hours. 1 credit
SC 132 General Physics II
The study of the fundamental principles of sound, electricity, magnetism, optics and atomic physics. Laboratory exercises will illustrate these principles. Offered spring semester of odd years. P: SC 131 or departmental permission.3 credits
SC 132L General Physics II Laboratory
Offered in conjunction with SC 132, this course illustrates selected topics through hands-on work. 3 hours. 1 credit
SC 302 Practicum/Internship
Program of supervised practical experience in an external setting related to students' interest. P: Permission of Department Chair.1 - 6 credits
SC 351 Senior Science Seminar I
Students examine current research advances by reviewing reports in the scientific literature. Experimental techniques used in the research laboratory are studied in-depth. Course structure involves instruction on the use of literature databases and student presentations. Offered each fall semester. P: Senior status or instructor permission1 credit
SC 352 Senior Science Seminar II
Extension of SC 351. Students focus on a single research area of their choosing, conducting a thorough analysis of the pertinent literature and formulating questions for future study in the field. The student is guided in the preparation of a written research proposal that details an experimental approach to address the identified questions. The course is designed to demonstrate a senior student's breadth of scientific knowledge and use of the scientific method. Scheduled each spring semester. P: Completion of SC 351 or instructor permission1 credit