Minor
Chemistry
The mission of the Chemistry minor is to strengthen the laboratory science credentials of students enrolled in Biology, Health Sciences, and Environmental Science, Criminal Justice, or Education Certification programs.
The minor is designed to engage students in an active learning environment that enhances their understanding and appreciation for the study of chemistry and of science in general. An active learning environment is offered both in the lecture, through the use of hands-on learning activities and interactive classroom demonstrations, and in the lab via guided inquiry laboratory investigations utilizing modern analytical instrumentation.
Majors, Minors and Certificates
Courses
CH101: General Chemistry I Lab
Credits 4Fundamental principles of chemistry including atomic structure, the periodic system, kinetic molecular theory, properties of elements and compounds, chemical equilibrium, reaction kinetics, and chemical thermodynamics. A strong background in mathematics is required. Prerequisite: High school GPA >=3.0 or MT151 with a grade of C- or above or permission of instructor. Offered Fall.
CH101L: General Chemistry 1 Lecture
Credits 0Fundamental principles of chemistry including atomic structure, the periodic system, kinetic molecular theory, properties of elements and compounds, chemical equilibrium, reaction kinetics, and chemical thermodynamics. A strong background in mathematics is required. Prerequisite: High school GPA >=3 or sophomore standing. Offered Fall.
CH102: General Chemistry II Lab
Credits 4Fundamental principles of chemistry including atomic structure, the periodic system, kinetic molecular theory, properties of elements and compounds, chemical equilibrium, reaction kinetics, and chemical thermodynamics. A strong background in mathematics is required. Prerequisite: High school GPA >=3 or sophomore standing. Prerequisite: CH101. Offered Spring.
CH102L: General Chemistry II Lecture
Credits 0Fundamental principles of chemistry including atomic structure, the periodic system, kinetic molecular theory, properties of elements and compounds, chemical equilibrium, reaction kinetics, and chemical thermodynamics. A strong background in mathematics is required. Prerequisite: High school GPA >=3 or sophomore standing. Prerequisite: CH101. Offered Spring.
CH203: Forensic Chemistry Lab
Credits 4An introductory course in Forensic Chemistry. Students are introduced to the most common types of physical evidence and the scientific methods and techniques used to examine and analyze such evidence. Topics covered in this course include (but are not limited to) fingerprint analysis, analysis of hairs, fibers and paint, toxicology, serology, DNA profiling and arson investigation. In the laboratory, students will be acquainted with basic forensic laboratory techniques for the analysis of the types of physical evidence discussed in lecture. Prerequisites: CH101 and CH102. Offered Spring of alternate years.
CH203L: Forensic Chemistry Lecture
Credits 0An introductory course in Forensic Chemistry. Students are introduced to the most common types of physical evidence and the scientific methods and techniques used to examine and analyze such evidence. Topics covered in this course include (but are not limited to) fingerprint analysis, analysis of hairs, fibers and paint, toxicology, serology, DNA profiling and arson investigation. In the laboratory, students will be acquainted with basic forensic laboratory techniques for the analysis of the types of physical evidence discussed in lecture. Prerequisites: CH101 and CH102. Offered Spring of alternate years.
CH211: Organic Chemistry 1 Lab
Credits 4Principal classes of aliphatic and aromatic compounds, with emphasis on class reactions and structural theory. Laboratory exercises include the preparation and purification of selected organic compounds. Prerequisite: CH102.
CH211L: Organic Chemistry I Lecture
Credits 0Principal classes of aliphatic and aromatic compounds, with emphasis on class reactions and structural theory. Laboratory exercises include the preparation and purification of selected organic compounds. Prerequisite: CH102.
CH212: Organic Chemistry II Lab
Credits 4Principal classes of aliphatic and aromatic compounds, with emphasis on class reactions and structural theory. Laboratory exercises include the preparation and purification of selected organic compounds. Prerequisite: CH102.
CH212L: Organic Chemistry II Lecture
Credits 0Principal classes of aliphatic and aromatic compounds, with emphasis on class reactions and structural theory. Laboratory exercises include the preparation and purification of selected organic compounds. Prerequisite: CH102.
CH221: Environmental Chemistry Lab
Credits 4Survey of the chemistry of environmental problems. Topics include air, ground and water pollution, waste water treatment, and solid waste management. Prerequisite: CH102
CH221L: Environmental Chemistry Lecture
Credits 0Survey of the chemistry of environmental problems. Topics include air, ground and water pollution, waste water treatment, and solid waste management. Prerequisite: CH102
CH229: Special Topics: Chemistry
Credits 1 4Special Topics 1-4 credits. Constructed around a timely issue in Chemistry, generally in a field of expertise of the faculty member facilitating the course. Prerequisites may vary.
CH299: Independent Study in Chemistry
Credits 1 4Independent Study-1-6 credits. Offers an opportunity to explore an area of study not included in the Catalog listing of approved courses. The topic of an Independent Study should be selected and carefully designed by the student and faculty sponsor, and must meet with the approval of the Dean or Dean's designee. Normally, the student will be expected to have a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 and possess the appropriate background and interest to pursue the proposed area of study. A “Proposal for Independent Study” form may be obtained from the Registrar or from the Dean or Dean's designee. Independent Study courses are assigned numbers of 299, 399 or 499, depending on the level of the course.
CH312: Quantitative Analysis Lab
Credits 4An introductory course in analytical chemistry including gravimetric and volumetric techniques, UV absorption spectroscopy, and gas chromatography. Prerequisite: CH102. Offered Spring.
CH312L: Quantitative Analysis Lecture
Credits 0An introductory course in analytical chemistry including gravimetric and volumetric techniques, UV absorption spectroscopy, and gas chromatography. Prerequisite: CH102. Offered Spring.
CH321: Biochemistry Lab
Credits 4A basic course in biochemistry concerned with the structure, synthesis and metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids. Prerequisites: CH212. Offered Fall.
CH321L: Biochemistry Lecture
Credits 0A basic course in biochemistry concerned with the structure, synthesis and metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids. Prerequisite: CH212. Offered Fall.
CH322: Biochemistry II Lab
Credits 4CH322L: Biochemistry II Lecture
Credits 0A basic course in biochemistry concerned with the structure, synthesis and metabolism of proteins, and lipids. Fundamental principles of cellular chemistry of life will be covered, as well as clinical applications. Must be taken concurrently with CH322. Prerequisite: CH321 or permission of instructor. Alternating spring semesters.
CH329: Special Topics: Chemistry
Credits 1 4Special Topics-1-4 credits. Constructed around a timely issue in Chemistry, generally in a field of expertise of the faculty member facilitating the course. Prerequisites may vary.
CH399: Independent Study in Chemistry
Credits 1 4Independent Study-1-4 Credits. Offers an opportunity to explore an area of study not included in the Catalog listing of approved courses. The topic of an Independent Study should be selected and carefully designed by the student and faculty sponsor, and must meet with the approval of the Dean or Dean's designee. Normally, the student will be expected to have a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 and possess the appropriate background and interest to pursue the proposed area of study. A “Proposal for Independent Study” form may be obtained from the Registrar or from the office of the Dean or Dean's Designee. Independent Study courses are assigned numbers of 299, 399 or 499, depending on the level of the course.
CH429: Special Topics: Chemistry
Credits 1 4Special Topics-1-4 credits. Constructed around a timely issue in Chemistry, generally in a field of expertise of the faculty member facilitating the course. Prerequisites may vary.
CH499: Independent Study in Chemistry
Credits 1 4Independent Study-1-4 credits. Offers an opportunity to explore an area of study not included in the Catalog listing of approved courses. The topic of an Independent Study should be selected and carefully designed by the student and faculty sponsor, and must meet with the approval of the Dean or Dean's designee. Normally, the student will be expected to have a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 and possess the appropriate background and interest to pursue the proposed area of study. A “Proposal for Independent Study” form may be obtained from the Registrar or from the Dean or Dean's designee. Independent Study courses are assigned numbers of 299, 399 or 499, depending on the level of the course.