Chemistry Professors: Berberian, Forman (Chair), Murray Associate Professors: Cerda, Graham, Rao,

Reynolds, Smolen, Zurbach Laboratory Coordinator: Longo Program Overview Chemistry is the branch of science that tries to understand the relationships between the detailed structure of a substance and its properties and reactivity. Chemistry is concerned both with naturally occurring substances and with new substances that are created by humans. Chemists work to determine why substances differ in their properties and how these properties can be controlled and used effectively. An important objective in chemical education is to develop in students the ability to solve problems by employing the techniques of the various subdisciplines of chemistry. A student who is majoring in chemistry at Saint Joseph’s University is introduced to all of the major sub-disciplines: analytical chemistry, biochemistry, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, and physical chemistry. Throughout the program, emphasis is placed on chemistry as a laboratory science. Consequently, a student majoring in chemistry learns not only the basic theories of chemistry, but also how to use experimental techniques to solve chemical problems. The modern research-grade instrumentation in our laboratories enhances the experimental experiences of our students. Faculty members teach all of the sections of laboratory courses. In addition, chemistry majors are able to engage in faculty-directed independent research projects in the traditional sub-disciplines of chemistry and environmental chemistry during the academic year and/or in the summer. Students often have the opportunity to present the results of their research in the chemical literature and at local, regional, and national scientific meetings. The curriculum for the chemistry major is designed to prepare students for continuing their educations in graduate and professional schools as well as for employment in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries and government laboratories. The American Chemical Society certifies the curriculum of the Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. Departmental Mission The Department of Chemistry trains students in both the theoretical and experimental aspects of the major sub-disciplines of chemistry. Our modern

research-grade instrumentation makes it possible for students to explore contemporary problems in all of these areas. Chemistry majors are encouraged to engage in faculty-directed independent research projects and to present the results of their studies in the chemical literature and at scientific meetings. The curriculum for a chemistry major prepares the graduates to continue their educations in graduate and professional schools or to work in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries and in government laboratories. Our alumni are aware that through chemistry they can continue to make contributions to society that are of service to others. Learning Goals and Objectives for the B.S. in Chemistry Goal 1: Students will develop an understanding of the theoretical methods and models that chemists use to understand the properties and behavior of matter. Objective 1.1: Students will demonstrate a mastery of the key concepts in the five major sub disciplines of chemistry: analytical chemistry, biochemistry, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, and physical chemistry. Objective 1.2: Students will apply the scientific method to study problems in chemistry. Objective 1.3: Students will predict the behavior of a new substance based on the known behavior of related compounds. Objective 1.4: Students will apply appropriate theoretical models to explain experimental observations. Objective 1.5: Students will gain hands-on experience with the instruments that are used to study problems in chemistry. The students will learn how to interpret the data that they obtain from these instruments. Objective 1.6: Students will assess experimental data critically. Objective 1.7: Students will search and properly cite the chemical literature for published work relevant to a problem of contemporary interest. Objective 1.8: Students will describe results from chemical investigations and the chemical literature both orally and in writing to specialists and to a general audience.

Goal 2: Students will gain authentic hands-on experience with the experimental methods used by chemists.

Objective 4.1: Students will work independently and in collaboration with others in the investigation of problems in chemistry.

Objective 2.1: Students will use contemporary computer software to study problems in chemistry and present results properly and accurately using figures, graphs and tables.

Objective 4.2: Students will search and properly cite the chemical literature for published work relevant to a problem of contemporary interest.

Objective 2.2: Students will store, handle, and use chemicals safely and responsibly.

Objective 4.3: Students will describe results from chemical investigations and the chemical literature both orally and in writing to specialists and to a general audience.

Objective 2.3: Students will gain hands-on experience with the instruments that are used to study problems in chemistry. The students will learn how to interpret the data that they obtain from these instruments.

Goal 5: Students will understand how chemistry provides opportunities for them to address major issues in society.

Objective 2.4: Students will assess experimental data critically. Objective 2.5: Students will use accepted laboratory record-keeping methods to record their experimental data. Objective 2.6: Students will conduct research in an ethical manner. Objective 2.7: Students will describe results from chemical investigations and the chemical literature both orally and in writing to specialists and to a general audience. Goal 3: Students will understand that ethical conduct is fundamental to progress in science. Objective 3.1: Students will conduct research in an ethical manner. Objective 3.2: Students will use contemporary computer software to study problems in chemistry and present results properly and accurately using figures, graphs and tables.

Objective 5.1: Students will search and properly cite the chemical literature for published work relevant to a problem of contemporary interest. Objective 5.2: Students will describe results from chemical investigations and the chemical literature both orally and in writing to specialists and to a general audience. Goal 6: Students will effectively communicate scientific information. Objective 6.1: Students will describe results from chemical investigations and the chemical literature both orally and in writing to specialists and to a general audience. Objective 6.2: Students will write about chemistry using objective language and succinct explanations that are typical of scientific writing. Objective 6.3: Students will use contemporary computer software to study problems in chemistry and present results properly and accurately using figures, graphs and tables.

Objective 3.3: Students will store, handle, and use chemicals safely and responsibly.

Objective 6.4: Students will use accepted laboratory record-keeping methods to record their experimental data.

Objective 3.4: Students will use accepted laboratory record-keeping methods to record their experimental data.

Objective 6.5: Students will search and properly cite the chemical literature for published work relevant to a problem of contemporary interest.

Goal 4: Students will appreciate that the frontiers of science are expanding at an accelerating rate and that they must develop a commitment to lifelong learning.

Requirements for the Chemistry Major with American Chemical Society Certification GEP Signature Courses (See Curricula): six courses

GEP Variable Courses (See Curricula): six to nine courses, including

option must be approved by the Chemistry Chair in advance)

Mathematics: MAT 161 Calculus I

In-Depth Chemistry Courses: CHM 400 Chemistry of the Earth CHM 410 Biophysical Chemistry CHM 420 Environmental Chemistry CHM 430 Mechanisms in Organic Chemistry CHM 435 Technical Applications of Chemistry CHM 440 Organometallic Chemistry CHM 460 Water Chemistry CHM 480 Advanced Biochemistry: Inorganic Biochemistry CHM 490 Spectroscopy

Natural Science: CHM 120 General Chemistry I or CHM 121 General Chemistry I Honors CHM General Chemistry Laboratory I 120L GEP Overlays (See Curricula): three courses GEP Integrative Learning Component: three courses Mathematics: MAT 162 Physics: PHY 105-106 PHY 105L-106L

Calculus II University Physics I-II University Physics Laboratory I-II

GEP Electives: any eleven courses Major Concentration: eleven courses Foundation Course Requirements: CHM 125 General Chemistry II or CHM 126 General Chemistry II Honors CHM 125L General Chemistry Laboratory II CHM 210-215 Organic Chemistry I-II CHM 210L-215L Organic Chemistry Laboratory I-II CHM 310-315 Physical Chemistry I-II CHM 310L Physical Chemistry Laboratory CHM 330 Instrumental Analysis CHM 330L Instrumental Analysis Laboratory CHM 340 Biochemistry CHM 340L Biochemistry Laboratory CHM 350 Inorganic Chemistry CHM 350L Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory

Math and Natural Science Electives: BIO 101 Biology I: Cells MAT 213 Calculus III MAT 225 Fundamental Ideas of Mathematics MAT 231 The Mathematics of Music MAT 232 Chaos, Fractals, and Dynamical Systems MAT 233 History of Mathematics MAT 334 Combinatorics and Graph Theory MAT 336 Logic and Foundations PHY 251 Modern Physics I PHY 253 Survey of Nanotechnology PHY 255 Linear Systems in Physics PHY 257 Mathematical Methods in Physics PHY 261 Electronics I PHY 301 Classical Mechanics Enrollment in CHM 390 Chemistry Seminar is required each semester for junior and senior chemistry majors. Students planning to go into industry or attend graduate school should take Senior Research I-II. All students who meet the above requirements satisfactorily will be certified by the American Chemical Society. Requirements for the Chemistry Environmental Chemistry Option

Major:

GEP Signature Courses (See Curricula): six courses GEP Variable Courses (See Curricula): six to nine courses, including

In-Depth Course Requirements: Three In-Depth Chemistry courses (see list below)

Mathematics: MAT 161

or

Natural Science: CHM 120 General Chemistry I or CHM 121 General Chemistry I Honors CHM 120L General Chemistry Laboratory I

Two In-Depth Chemistry courses and Senior Research I-II

or Two In-Depth Chemistry courses and one Math/Natural Science elective (see list below, this

Calculus I

GEP Overlays (See Curricula): three courses GEP Integrative Learning Component: three courses Mathematics: MAT 162

Calculus II

CHM 410 CHM 430 CHM 435 CHM 440 CHM 480 CHM 490

Biophysical Chemistry Mechanisms in Organic Chemistry Technical Applications of Chemistry Organometallic Chemistry Advanced Biochemistry: Inorganic Biochemistry Spectroscopy

Physics: PHY 105-106 University Physics I-II PHY 105L-106L University Physics Laboratory I-II

Math and Natural Science Electives: BIO 101 Biology I: Cells MAT 213 Calculus III MAT 225 Fundamental Ideas of Mathematics GEP Electives: any eleven courses MAT 231 The Mathematics of Music Major Concentration: eleven courses MAT 232 Chaos, Fractals, and Dynamical Systems MAT 233 History of Mathematics MAT 334 Combinatorics and Graph Theory Foundation Course Requirements: MAT 336 Logic and Foundations CHM 125 General Chemistry II PHY 251 Modern Physics I or PHY 253 Survey of Nanotechnology CHM 126 General Chemistry II Honors Linear Systems in Physics CHM 125L General Chemistry Laboratory II PHY 255 PHY 257 Mathematical Methods in Physics CHM 210-215 Organic Chemistry I-II Electronics I CHM 210L-215L Organic Chemistry Laboratory I- PHY 261 PHY 301 Classical Mechanics II CHM 310-315 Physical Chemistry I-II CHM 310L Physical Chemistry Laboratory Enrollment in CHM 390 Chemistry Seminar is CHM 330 Instrumental Analysis required each semester for junior and senior CHM 330L Instrumental Analysis Laboratory chemistry majors. Students planning to go into CHM 340 Biochemistry industry or attend graduate school should take CHM 340L Biochemistry Laboratory Senior Research I-II. All students who meet the CHM 350 Inorganic Chemistry above requirements satisfactorily will be certified CHM 350L Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory by the American Chemical Society. In-Depth Course Requirements: Three In-Depth Chemistry courses, which must include: CHM 420 Environmental Chemistry CHM 400 Chemistry of the Earth Or CHM 460 Water Chemistry and a third in-depth chemistry course from the list below

or Two In-Depth Chemistry courses (Environmental Chemistry; and either Chemistry of the Earth or Water Chemistry) and Senior Research I-II (students are encouraged to perform research in environmental chemistry)

or Two In-Depth Chemistry courses (Environmental Chemistry; and either Chemistry of the Earth or Water Chemistry) and one Math/Natural Science elective (see list below, this option must be approved by the Chemistry Chair in advance) In-Depth Chemistry Courses:

Requirements for Biochemistry Option

the

Chemistry

Major:

GEP Signature Courses (See Curricula): six courses GEP Variable Courses (See Curricula): six to nine courses, including Mathematics: MAT 161 Calculus I Natural Science: CHM 120 General Chemistry I or CHM 121 General Chemistry I Honors CHM General Chemistry Laboratory I 120L GEP Overlays (See Curricula): three courses GEP Integrative Learning Component: three courses

MAT 225 Fundamental Ideas of Mathematics MAT 231 The Mathematics of Music Mathematics: MAT 232 Chaos, Fractals, and Dynamical Systems MAT 162 Calculus II MAT 233 History of Mathematics Physics: MAT 334 Combinatorics and Graph Theory PHY 105-106 University Physics I-II MAT 336 Logic and Foundations PHY 105L-106L University Physics Laboratory I-II PHY 251 Modern Physics I PHY 253 Survey of Nanotechnology GEP Electives: any nine courses PHY 255 Linear Systems in Physics PHY 257 Mathematical Methods in Physics Major Concentration: thirteen courses PHY 261 Electronics I PHY 301 Classical Mechanics Foundation Course Requirements: Enrollment in CHM 390 Chemistry Seminar is BIO 101 Biology I: Cells BIO 102 Biology II: Genetics and required each semester for junior and senior chemistry majors. Students planning to go into Evolutionary Biology industry or attend graduate school should take CHM 125 General Chemistry II Senior Research I-II. All students who meet the or above requirements satisfactorily will be certified CHM 126 General Chemistry II Honors CHM 125L General Chemistry Laboratory II by the American Chemical Society. CHM 210 Organic Chemistry I CHM 215 Organic Chemistry II CHM 210L-215L Organic Chemistry Laboratory I-II Five Year Combined B.S. in Chemistry Education/M.S. in Education Option CHM 310-315 Physical Chemistry I-II This program allows a student to complete in five CHM 310L Physical Chemistry Laboratory years the requirements for both the B.S. in CHM 330 Instrumental Analysis CHM 330L Instrumental Analysis Laboratory Chemistry and M.S. in Education degrees with certification to teach chemistry by permitting an CHM 340 Biochemistry undergraduate student to begin graduate CHM 340L Biochemistry Laboratory coursework in Education during his/her senior year. CHM 350 Inorganic Chemistry CHM 350L Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory The program features: (1) an independent facultyCHM 480 Advanced Biochemistry: directed research project in chemistry in the summer between the fourth and fifth years, and (2) Inorganic Biochemistry nine graduate courses in education, including a one-semester student teaching experience. A In-Depth Course Requirements: student should apply to the Chair of the Two In-Depth Chemistry courses (see list below) Department of Chemistry for admission to this or program by the first semester of his/her One In-Depth Chemistry course and Senior sophomore year. It is anticipated that the Research I-II graduates of this program will be highly or competitive in the rapidly expanding market for One In-Depth Chemistry course and one qualified high school chemistry teachers. Math/Natural Science elective (see list below, this option must be approved by the Chemistry Chair in In order to become certified to teach at the advance) secondary education level (grades 7-12), students must complete a total of five Education and three In-Depth Chemistry Courses: Special Education courses, as well as student CHM 400 Chemistry of the Earth teaching. For further details, see the Teacher CHM 410 Biophysical Chemistry Education section of the catalog. Students CHM 420 Environmental Chemistry interested in the five-year program should speak to CHM 430 Mechanisms in Organic Chemistry their academic advisors and to Chair of the CHM 435 Technical Applications of Chemistry Department of Chemistry as early in their academic CHM 440 Organometallic Chemistry careers as possible. CHM 460 Water Chemistry CHM 490 Spectroscopy B.A. in Chemistry/B.S. in Secondary Education Math and Natural Science Electives: Dual Major BIO 101 Biology I: Cells MAT 213 Calculus III

The Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry is for students who wish to pursue a dual major with Secondary Education (B.S.). The B.A. degree is only available for students who pursue the dual major. Requirements for the B.A. in Chemistry In order to become certified to teach at the secondary education level (grades 7-12), students must complete a total of five Education and three Special Education courses, as well as student teaching. For further details, see the Teacher Education section of the catalog. Students interested in the dual major program should speak to their academic advisors and to Chair of the Department of Chemistry as early in their academic careers as possible. GEP Signature Courses (See Curricula): six courses First Year Seminar: EDU 150 Schools in Society

MAT 156 MAT 162 Physics: PHY 101-102 PHY 101L-102L PHY 105-106 PHY 105L-106L

or Applied Calculus II or Calculus II

General Physics I-II General Physics Laboratory I-II or University Physics I-II University Physics Laboratory I-II

GEP Electives: one or two courses Major Concentration: ten courses (plus noncredit CHM 390)

Social/Behavioral Science: EDU Adolescent Development 157/157F

Foundation Course Requirements: CHM 125 General Chemistry II or CHM 126 General Chemistry II Honors CHM 125L General Chemistry Laboratory II CHM 210-215 Organic Chemistry I-II CHM 210L-215L Organic Chemistry Laboratory I-II CHM 310 Physical Chemistry I or CHM 320 Physical Chemistry for Chemical Biology CHM 330 Instrumental Analysis CHM 330L Instrumental Analysis Laboratory CHM 340 Biochemistry CHM 350 Inorganic Chemistry CHM 390 Chemistry Seminar CHM 420 Environmental Chemistry BIO 165/165L Exploring the Living World ENV 106/106L Exploring the Earth

GEP Overlays (See Curricula): three courses

College Honors Requirements

Writing Intensive EDU Adolescent Development 157/157F

To receive College Honors credit, students undertake two consecutive semesters of coursebased research and study that culminates in a senior thesis. For students in the Honors Program, these two courses may be counted toward the eight- course Honors requirement. To be eligible for College Honors a student must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher. If you are interested in completing the College Honors project during your senior year, please be in touch with the department chair early in the Spring of your junior year. Specific requirements for the College Honors thesis may be found under “Honors Program”.

GEP Variable Courses (See Curricula): six to nine courses, including Mathematics: MAT 155 Fundamentals of Calculus or MAT 161 Calculus I Natural Science: CHM 120 General Chemistry I or CHM 121 General Chemistry I Honors CHM General Chemistry Laboratory I 120L

Diversity/Globalization/Non-Western EDU Literacy, Language, and Culture 246/246F GEP Integrative Learning Component: three courses Mathematics: MAT 128

Applied Statistics

Advisory Option—Chemistry Premedical Students planning to enter medical or dental school should take BIO 101-102. Advisory Option—Chemistry and Business Students who intend to pursue studies toward the M.B.A. or who plan careers in the marketing or management areas of the chemical industry should minor in business. Minor in Chemistry Learning Goals and Objectives for the minor in Chemistry Goal 1: Students will develop an understanding

of the theoretical methods and models that chemists use to understand the properties and behavior of matter. 1.1: Students will gain an understanding of the key concepts fundamental to the five major sub disciplines of chemistry: analytical chemistry, biochemistry, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, and physical chemistry. Objective

Objective 1.2: Students will predict the behavior

of a new substance based on the known behavior of related compounds. Objective 1.3: Students will apply appropriate theoretical models to explain experimental observations. Objective 1.4: Students will assess experimental data critically. Goal 2: Students will gain authentic hands-on experience with the experimental methods used by chemists. Objective 2.1: Students will use contemporary computer software to study problems in chemistry and present results properly and accurately using figures, graphs and tables. Objective 2.2: Students will store, handle, and use chemicals safely and responsibly. Objective 2.3: Students will assess experimental data critically.

Objective 2.4: Students will apply appropriate theoretical models to explain experimental observations. Objective 2.5: Students will use accepted laboratory record-keeping methods to record their experimental data. The following courses constitute the minor in chemistry: CHM 120-125 General Chemistry I-II Or CHM 121-126 General Chemistry I-II Honors CHM 120L-125L General Chemistry Laboratory I-II CHM 210-215 Organic Chemistry I-II CHM 210L-215L Organic Chemistry Laboratory I-II Any two non-research chemistry courses beyond CHM 215 Chemistry in the GEP (See Curricula) The GEP requires that all students take EITHER one semester of a lab-based natural science course (6 contact hours) OR two semesters of lecture-only natural science courses. Students who wish to satisfy the natural science GEP by completing courses in Chemistry may do so by taking the first semester of the Chemistry majors, lab-based course sequence, CHM 120 and CHM 120L, or one of the lab-based, one-semester chemistry courses for non-science majors, as they become available. Alternatively, students may fulfill one or both semesters of the natural science GEP by completing one or two of the special one-semester lectureonly Chemistry courses designed for non-science majors listed below. Non-science majors Chemistry GEP lecture-only courses: CHM 100 Chemistry for the Consumer Non-science majors Chemistry GEP lab-based courses CHM 115 Chemistry in Daily Life CHM 115L Chemistry in Daily Life Lab CHM 112 Food Chemistry (open to Food Marketing majors only) CHM 112L Food Chemistry Lab (open to Food Marketing majors only) Chemistry Courses CHM 100 Chemistry for the Consumer (3 credits) This course is designed to help students understand the chemistry that affects them throughout their lives. Topics include: nuclear

chemistry, home products, food and drugs, acid rain, energy, climate control, and sustainability.

May be taken for science or elective credit without previous chemistry courses. Successful completion of this course will fulfill a lecture-only natural science course requirement for the GEP natural science area. CHM 112 Food Chemistry (3 credits) The study of chemistry as it specifically relates to food. Underlying basic chemical principles will allow the study of particular molecules found in food (carbohydrates, proteins, lipids) and the changes these molecules undergo as they are cooked and absorbed. Topics will also include preservation, food safety, and food additives. The content material of CHM 112 overlaps with the content of IHS 253 Nutrition: Health and Disease. Students may take either CHM 112 or IHS 253 not both. Successful completion of CHM 112/112L

fulfills the GEP science requirement for Food Marketing majors only. It will serve as a freeelective for all other majors. CHM 112L is a corequisite for CHM 112. CHM 112L Food Chemistry Laboratory (1 credit) This course will introduce students to the use of laboratory techniques to study food, including the measurement of food properties including pH, flavor, color, and texture. Students will learn how chemical and physical changes can alter food quality. Successful completion of CHM 112/112L

fulfills the GEP science requirement for Food Marketing majors only. It will serve as a freeelective for all other majors. CHM 112 is a corequisite for CHM 112L. CHM 115 Chemistry in Daily Life (3 credits) This course explains the basic theories and needto-know facts of scientific events one encounters in daily life from a chemistry perspective. In addition to explaining the fundamental concepts of chemistry, the course will cover topics such as acids and bases, oxidation and reduction, household chemicals, nuclear energy, nuclear medicine, biochemistry, and drugs. Successful completion of

CHM 115/115L fulfills the GEP science requirement. CHM 115 Chemistry in Daily Life Laboratory (1 credit) This course will cover a wide range of experiments that require mastering a variety of laboratory skills, which utilize many different types of equipment. The proper use of beakers, flasks, pipets, burets, simple calorimeters, balances, and thermometers,

to name a few, is critical to a student’s success in the course. Accurate observations and recording of data is stressed and evaluated. Students will submit data and results forms at the conclusion of each experiment. Both qualitative (observations and descriptions) and quantitative (calculations and graphs) methods will be stressed. Successful

completion of CHM 115/115L fulfills the GEP science requirement. CHM 120-125 General Chemistry I-II (6 credits) Topics included are chemical formulas, stoichiometry, balancing reactions, ideal gases, thermodynamics, atomic structure, chemical bonding and molecular structure, kinetics, equilibrium, the chemistry of acids and bases, entropy, free energy, and electrochemistry.

CHM 120 is a prerequisite to CHM 125. Successful completion of CHM 120 and CHM 120L fulfills the GEP natural science requirement. CHM 121-126 General Chemistry (Honors) I-II (6 credits) The material covered in this honors course is the same as CHM 120-125 but more extensive in depth. Additional topics may be added as time permits. The course assumes that the student has had chemistry in high school. The format of the course may differ from the standard lecture model.

CHM 120 or 121 is a prerequisite to CHM 126. Successful completion of CHM 121 and CHM 120L fulfills the GEP natural science requirement. CHM 120L-125L General Chemistry Laboratory I-II (4 credits) A lecture-laboratory course to accompany CHM 120-125 with emphasis upon concepts in chemistry, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and introduction to instrumental methods. One four-

hour period. Successful completion of CHM 120L is a prerequisite to CHM 125L. CHM 120/121 is a co or prerequisite for CHM 120L. CHM 125/126 is a co or prerequisite for CHM 125L. CHM 121L-126L General Chemistry Laboratory (Honors) I-II (4 credits) A lecture-laboratory course to accompany CHM 120-125 with emphasis upon concepts in chemistry, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and introduction to instrumental methods. This course will follow the format and experiment schedule of the traditional CHM 120L/125L course with but will also have additional reading assignments and

discussion as well as enhanced laboratory and work assignments.

One four-hour period. Successful completion of CHM 120L or 121L is a prerequisite to CHM 125L. CHM 120/121 is a co or prerequisite for CHM 110L. CHM 125/126 is a co or prerequisite for CHM 126L. CHM 150 Pollution and Public Health This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental factors governing air, water and soil pollution, and to briefly discuss the impacts of pollution on public health, both in the US and in the developing world. We will examine various physical, chemical and biological sources of pollution such as heavy metals, volatile organic compounds, pesticides, radionuclides, ionizing and nonionizing radiation, thermal and noise pollution, bacteria, viruses, and parasites. These different agents contribute to the pollution of soil, the atmosphere, and water bodies such as lakes, rivers and oceans, and pose a significant public health problem across the globe.

No prior background in the natural sciences will be required of the students. The course will fulfill the First-Year Seminar GEP requirement. CHM 210-215 Organic Chemistry I-II (6 credits) Modern organic chemistry in which the treatment of aliphatic and aromatic compounds is integrated as much as possible. Reactions of the functional groups are explained in terms of electronic mechanisms.

CHM 125 or CHM 126 is a prerequisite to CHM 210. CHM 210 is a prerequisite to CHM 215. CHM 210L Organic Chemistry Laboratory I (1 credit) This semester concentrates on experiments designed to introduce students to the various techniques used in the organic laboratory. CHM

210 is a co or prerequisite for CHM 210L. CHM 215L Organic Chemistry Laboratory II (1 credit) A continuation of CHM 210L utilizing micro scale laboratory techniques in organic chemistry for the preparation, purification and analysis of organic compounds.

Non-Chemistry majors: one four-hour laboratory period, 1 credit. Chemistry majors: one five-hour laboratory period, 2 credits. CHM 210L is a prerequisite to CHM 215L. CHM 215 is a co or prerequisite for CHM 215L.

CHM 310-315 Physical Chemistry I-II (6 credits) Thermodynamics as applied to gases, liquids, and solutions; thermodynamics of ideal systems; thermochemistry; chemical kinetics; gaseous equilibrium; colligative properties of solutions; quantum mechanics.

CHM 215 is a prerequisite to CHM 310. CHM 310 is a prerequisite to CHM 315. CHM 310L Physical Chemistry Laboratory (2 credits) Experiments are performed to reinforce the concepts learned in CHM 241I-2421. Laboratory reports are submitted for each experiment.

CHM 310 is a co-requisite to CHM 310L. CHM 320 Physical Chemistry for Chemical Biology (3 credits) Study of atomic and molecular structure; chemical thermodynamics; states of matter; kinetics and mechanisms of reactions; phase and chemical equilibria; emphasis on applications in biological systems.

CHM 215 is a prerequisite to CHM 320. CHM 330 Instrumental Analysis (3 credits) This course covers the theory, methodology, and instrumentation for the study of atomic and molecular species and/or processes.

CHM 215, CHM 310, and PHY 106 or permission of the Department of Chemistry chair) are prerequisites to CHM 330. CHM 330L Instrumental Analysis Laboratory (2 credits)

CHM 330 is a co-requisite to CHM 330L. CHM 340 Biochemistry (3 credits) A basic introduction to the chemistry of living systems emphasizing their major metabolic activities. Structure and function of proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates. Basic principles of intermediary metabolism and photosynthesis.

CHM 215 is a prerequisite for CHM 340. CHM 340L Biochemistry Laboratory (1 credit) Laboratory applications of the topics covered in CHM 340.

CHM 215L is a prerequisite to CHM 340L. CHM 340 is a co-requisite to CHM 340L. CHM 350 Inorganic Chemistry (3 credits) This course includes the study of atomic structure, bonding, molecular orbital theory, symmetry and group theory, the chemistry of the main group

elements, and the structure and reactivity of transition metal complexes.

CHM 215 is a prerequisite to CHM 350. CHM 350L Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory (2 credits) This course focuses on synthetic inorganic chemistry and emphasizes the use of modern analytical techniques for the characterization of inorganic and organometallic compounds.

This course satisfies the GEP Writing Intensive requirement. CHM 215L is a prerequisite to CHM 350L. CHM 350 is a co-requisite for CHM 350L. CHM 370 Junior Special Topics in Chemistry (formerly Junior Independent Study) 3-6 credits Advanced study on a topic that is arranged with a chemistry faculty member. Permission of the

Department of Chemistry chair required. CHM 390 Chemistry Seminar Non-credit Lectures by outside and local speakers and discussions of special topics in chemistry. Enrollment is required each semester for junior and senior chemistry majors. Graded on a P/NP basis. CHM 393-394 Junior Research Studies I-II (36 credits) Integrated literature and laboratory investigation of an assigned problem under the supervision of a departmental faculty member. Each credit of CHM

393-394 requires four hours each week in the research laboratory. Students need to complete the application form for independent study (available in the Dean’s Office) and have the approval of the Chemistry Department chair and Associate Dean in order to register. CHM 400 Chemistry of the Earth (3 credits) This course examines the chemical processes that control the distribution, speciation, and transfer of essential elements and energy in natural systems. Topics include: the concept of the Earth as a biogeochemical system; the use of quantitative methods to model the chemical fluxes of elements on a global scale; dominant chemical reactions in natural environments, evolution of metabolic pathways; the biogeochemical cycling of water, carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, sulfur, and select heavy metals under natural and anthropogenicallyinfluenced conditions.

CHM 340 is a prerequisite or a co-requisite to CHM 400. This prerequisite may be waived with permission of the Chemistry Department Chair.

CHM 410 Biophysical Chemistry (3 credits) This course utilizes the concepts of physical chemistry to understand the properties of biological systems.

CHM 315 and CHM 340 are prerequisites to CHM 410. CHM 420 Environmental Chemistry (3 credits) Investigation of both pristine and polluted environments using chemistry as a foundation. Topics include: atmospheric chemistry, water quality, soil composition, fate of toxic metals and organic pollutants, and using chemistry as a solution for pollution.

CHM 215 is a prerequisite to CHM 420. CHM 430 Mechanisms in Organic Chemistry (3 credits) Application of the electron pushing formalism for manipulating Lewis structure representations of organic structures. Emphasis is placed on mechanistic rationalization of complex organic transformations. Classes of mechanisms include elimination, substitution, rearrangement, oxidationreduction, enolate alkylation, and others.

CHM 215 is a prerequisite to CHM 430. CHM 435 - Technological Applications of Chemistry (3 credits) Course will focus on current and future technologies that utilize fundamental and advanced theories of chemistry. Topics will include, but are not limited to, microwave ovens, liquid crystal displays (LCD), light emitting diode displays (LED), plasma screens, charge coupled devices (CCD), field effect transistors (FET), positron emission tomography (PET), magnetic resonance imagining (MRI), battery systems, data storage devices, and solar panels. CHM 215 is a pre-

requisite to CHM 435) CHM 440 Organometallic Chemistry (3 credits) This course will focus on the structure and reactivity of organometallic transition metal complexes. Topics include catalysis, reaction mechanisms, applications to organic chemistry, and characterization by spectroscopic methods.

CHM 350 is a prerequisite to CHM 440. CHM 460 Water Chemistry (3 credits) This course examines the behavior of chemical species in natural and engineered water systems. Topics include: the chemical composition of

surface and subsurface water; geochemical controls on water composition; equilibrium and kinetic processes in aquatic systems; fate and reactions of inorganic and organic constituents in water; acidbase chemistry, complexation chemistry, and redox chemistry in water; the applications of isotopic and other tracers in the study of aquatic systems; and water pollution.

CHM 210 is a prerequisite to CHM 460. CHM 470 Senior Special Topics in Chemistry (formerly Senior Independent Study) (3 credits) Advanced study on a topic that is arranged with a chemistry faculty member. Permission of the

Department of Chemistry chair is required. CHM 480 Advanced Biochemistry: Inorganic Biochemistry (3 credits) The chemical and biological properties of various metal ions in biological systems will be examined at the molecular level.

CHM 215 and CHM 340 are prerequisites to CHM 480. CHM 490 Spectroscopy (3 credits) This course provides an exposure to aspects of spectroscopic theory, methods, and instrumentation that are not covered in Instrumental Analysis.

CHM 330 is a prerequisite to CHM 490. CHM 493-494 Senior Research Studies I-II 3-6 credits Integrated literature and laboratory investigation of an assigned problem under the supervision of a departmental faculty member. Includes a seminar, a poster presentation, and written reports. Each

credit of CHM 493 and CHM 494 requires four hours each week in the research laboratory. CHM 493 is a prerequisite for CHM 494. Students need to complete the application form for independent study (available in the Dean’s Office) and have the approval of the Chemistry Department chair and Associate Dean in order to register. CHM 493-494 Senior Honors Research I-II (3-6 credits) Integrated literature and laboratory investigation of an assigned problem under the supervision of a departmental faculty member for a student enrolled in the honors program. Includes a seminar, a poster presentation, and written reports. Each

credit of CHM 493 and CHM 494 requires four hours each week in the research laboratory.

CHM 493 is a prerequisite for CHM 494. Must be elected in junior year to allow adequate research time. Students need to complete the application form for independent study (available in the Dean’s Office) and have the approval of the Chemistry Department chair, Associate Dean and the Honors Program Director in order to register.