32 courses with the subject CHEM, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
CHEM 101General Chemistry I3
The first part of the general chemistry course in the two-semester sequence. Topics such as matter and measurement; atoms, molecules and ions; stoichiometry calculations with chemical formulas and equations; types of chemical reactions, aqueous reactions and solution stoichiometry; thermochemistry; and electronic structure of atoms; will be discussed.
The second part of the general chemistry course in the two-semester sequence. Topics such as periodic properties of the elements; basic concepts of chemical bonding; molecular geometry and bonding theories; gases; intermolecular forces; liquids, solids, and modern materials will be discussed.
Fundamental chemistry laboratory skills are emphasized for continued study of chemistry and related sciences and reinforce concepts of the General Chemistry102 lecture. After successful completion of this course, the student will have an understanding of basic chemical concepts. Three hours per week.
A course in general chemistry with special emphasis on organic chemistry and biochemistry. A terminal course that does not meet requirements as a prerequisite for any higher level chemistry course. General, organic, and biochemistry and chemical applications in health professions. Introduces lab techniques in general, organic, and biochemistry. Offered: F; S.
Provides the biological, and /or the physical science major the opportunity to fill in any gaps that may exist in terms of the chemical topics needed to successfully pursue advanced knowledge in his or her chosen field of study. Needed topics not normally covered during enrollment in CHEM 101 and CHEM 102 will be undertaken. Topics such as acid-base equilibria, intermolecular forces, liquids, solids; modern materials; properties of solutions; chemical kinetics; chemical equilibrium will be discussed. Lecture: Three hours per week.
This course is intended to provide a sound, physical understanding of analytical chemistry by chemistry majors, as well as non-majors. This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of quantitative chemical analysis a major component of analytical chemistry involving the measurement of how much of a chemical substance is present in a sample submitted for analysis. 2 hours of lecture three hours of laboratory
This course is intended to provide a sound, physical understanding of analytical chemistry by chemistry majors, as well as non-majors. This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of quantitative chemical analysis a major component of analytical chemistry involving the measurement of how much of a chemical substance is present in a sample submitted for analysis. 2 hours of lecture three hours of laboratory Offered: F;S.
This course is intended to give students a sound understanding of the principles and practice of determining relative and absolute concentration of chemicals in various kinds of samples. Analytical techniques such as gravimetry, volumetry, and argentometry will be thoroughly discussed and carried out in the laboratory. Statistical analyses of data generated in these techniques will be taught. Lecture: 2 hours; Laboratory: 3 hours.
An introduction to modern concepts of inorganic chemistry including electronic structures, molecular structures and descriptive chemistry of elements. Additional topics covered include bonding theories, quantum theory, coordination chemistry, organometallic chemistry. The experiments chosen are to illustrate inorganic synthetic techniques, purification and characterization methods. Lecture: two hours; Laboratory: 2 hours
Serves as an introductory course to organic chemistry for students majoring in chemistry and other fields in which organic molecules and reactions have fundamental importance. The course covers nomenclature, preparation, physical, and chemical properties and synthesis of organic compounds, particularly aliphatic and alicyclic hydrocarbons such as alkanes, alkenes, alkynes as well as alcohols and alkyl halides. Lecture: three hours per week.
Focuses on experimental techniques of modern organic chemistry with emphasis on separation, simple preparation, reactions and identification of organic compounds such as alkanes, alkenes, and alkyl halides. Three hours of laboratory per week.
Builds on basic concepts introduced in Organic Chemistry I and expands on it to encompass a systematic and in-depth study of the nomenclature, properties, preparation, and reactions of various classes of organic compounds. These include aromatic hydrocarbons, alcohols, ether, sulfides, epoxides, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and their derivatives. Spectroscopic techniques such as NMR, FT-IR, and MS etc., used in the determination of the structure of organic compounds will also be discussed. Lecture: three hours per week.
Emphasizes the instruction of experimental methods of modern organic chemistry such as preparation, synthesis, identification, and reactions of organic compounds such as alcohols, ketones, carboxylic acids aromatic compounds, and their derivatives. Laboratory: three hours per week.
Assessment of a student’s oral and written communication skills in the discussion and presentation of multifaceted chemical concepts and current topics of interest. Course content will focus on recent advancements in chemistry.
Covers the chemistry of essential biological molecules focusing on protein chemistry, while covering lipids and carbohydrates. It presents a systematic and methodical application of general and organic chemistry principles. Examines the structure of proteins and folding, their function, their binding to other molecules. Enzymes, mechanisms, kinetics, and allostery; bioenergetics; vitamins and coenzymes; introduction to intermediary metabolism are discussed in detail. Metabolic pathways are examined from thermodynamic and regulatory perspectives. This course provides the connection between the inert world of chemistry and the living world of biology.
Focuses on the fundamental techniques of protein biochemistry. The course will cover assay methods; separation of macromolecules by electrophoresis and chromatography; isolation, purification, analysis of enzymes, and methods for probing protein-ligand interactions. Three hours per week. Offered: F; S.
Provides a broad overview of the key concepts in biochemistry. Topics to be covered include lipids and amino acids metabolism and metabolic diseases processes. The nucleic acid structure and function, DNA replication, transcription, translation, signal transduction, and regulation of gene expression in prokaryotes and eukaryotes will be covered widely. The course also covered topics include cell cycle regulation and cancer biology. Lecture: three hours per week.
Focuses on the fundamental techniques of biochemistry. The course will cover assay methods; separation of macromolecules by electrophoresis and chromatography; isolation, purification, and analysis of enzymes; recombinant DNA procedures; and polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Three hours per week. Offered: F; S.
Provides students with an overview of the basic laws and theories of physical chemistry. Reviews the mathematics, and physics needed for physical chemistry, the three states of matter, perfect and real gases, the gas laws, the four laws of chemical thermodynamics and their applications, and equilibrium thermodynamics.
Gives students an overview of the basic laws and theories of Physical Chemistry: Chemical Kinetics, Electrochemistry, Quantum Chemistry, and Statistical Thermodynamics. Lecture: three hours per week.
CHEM 406Instrumental Methods of Chemical Analysis/Lab4
This course focuses on the identification and quantitation of chemical entities using modern instrumental techniques such as nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, Atomic absorption spectroscopy, gas-liquid chromatography and others. Lecture: 2 hours; Laboratory 3 hours.
Reviews the chemistry of macromolecules in living systems with emphasis on biotechnological and biomedical methods. The first part of the course will focus on the relationship between the chemistry, structure, and function of proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, lipids, and membranes. Critical methods used in modern biochemistry to analyze macromolecules in biotechnological, biomedical and research interests will be covered. The final topics will be concerned with informational biochemistry, DNA replication, DNA recombinant technology and cloning methods, transcription factors analysis, sequencing techniques (DNA and protein), microarrays, and SiRNA. Extensive use of the Internet’s resources (Pubmed etc.) and on-line journals will be also expected. This approach will assist the student to make the connection between abstract ideas and concrete applications. Offered: F; S.
Serves as a bridge between a yearlong organic chemistry courses and graduate courses in organic chemistry for those students who plan to go to graduate school. It is an in-depth treatment of the fundamentals and topics not covered in the two semester organic chemistry courses. The course focuses on structure and bonding, physical and chemical properties of various families of organic compounds as well as reaction mechanisms and synthesis. 3 hours of lecture per week.
Introduce undergraduate seniors and juniors to a complete course in medicinal chemistry, from first principles of drug action, to design and development, and to specific drugs. The course covers the structures and functions of important drug targets such as receptors, enzymes and nucleic acids, as well as pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetic properties of drugs. General principles that apply in the discovery, design, and development of new drugs as well as classes of drugs will be discussed. Offered: F.
Covers one or more of the following areas of Physical Chemistry: quantum chemistry, spectroscopy, statistical thermodynamics, and chemical kinetics. Three hours of lecture per week.
CHEM 404 / CHEM 404L , MATH 267 ; PHYS 182 / PHYS 182L . Offered: F.
CHEM 440Advanced Organic Chemistry4
This course is an essential addition to the yearlong organic chemistry courses chemistry majors are required to take. It is an in-depth treatment of the fundamentals and topics not covered in the two semester organic chemistry courses. The course focuses on structure and bonding, physical and chemical properties of various families of organic compounds as well as reaction mechanisms and synthesis. 4 hours of lecture per week.
Test the upper-level student’s understanding and mastery of Chemistry as a discipline and subject matter in terms of the five main branches of the subject. It is not intended to be a chalk-and-talk course in the traditional sense. The main goal of the course is to determine how well the aspiring Chemistry major has been prepared in making the transition from being a major to being a professional in the field at the work place, and/or has been prepared for Graduate /Professional Schools at the next level of his/her educational career. Essential topics in General Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Physical Chemistry will be tabled for discussions and testing purposes.
Prior knowledge of chemistry is required, and so are relevant concepts in mathematics and physics. It is assumed that the student has seen/learned most, if not all, of the material covered in the course at an earlier date. Offered: F; S.
CHEM 499Chemical Research1-3
Faculty supervision of student research in chemistry. Open to junior and senior students with demonstrated ability to carry out independent work in chemistry. Students may re-enroll for up to three semester hours of credit.
