49 courses with the subject CHE, 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.
CHE 101Fundamentals of General and Inorganic Chemistry
A study of principles, laws, and theories which are basic to understanding chemical changes. Topics include atomic structure, periodic table, chemical bonding, nomenclature of compounds, solutions, acids and bases, chemical reactions and equilibrium, chemical kinetics, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and properties of important metallic and nonmetallic elements and their compounds.
CHE 202 . Three organic chemistry laboratory hours per week.
CHE 210Quantitative Analysis4
A study of analytical theories and methods, including basic techniques in unit operations. Treatment of analytical data, gravimetric, volumetric, and some colorimetric instrumental analysis. Two lecture hours and six laboratory hours per week. Four credits. (Fall)
This course will provide students with an overview of chemical safety. This will include topics such as proper methods for storing chemicals, methods of evaluating the possible hazards of chemicals, waste treatment, waste storage, waste disposal, and proper safety technique applicable to a chemical laboratory.
This seminar is designed to expand student exposure to current research in the chemistry field and enhance student abilities to (1) articulate the key findings presented, (2) identify and explain commonly used research techniques, (3) critically assess specific aspects of the work, and (4) recognize connections between prior knowledge and new information presented. Students will be expected to read selected chemical research articles from the primary literature and participate in or lead round table discussions on these articles. Individual written reflections will also be assigned on several key readings.
CHE 304Physical Chemistry: Molecular Quantum Mechanics
This course describes the quantum mechanics of molecules and their chemical reactions. It covers the fundamental principles: operator algebra, Schrödinger, Heisenberg and interaction pictures. Quantum mechanics will be applied to the understanding of molecular structure, spectra, and chemical bonds. Four credits. (Odd
CHE 321L. This course is an introduction to quantitative analytical chemistry techniques and methods. The course will cover the areas of Basic Statistics, Gravimetric Determinations, Titrations, UV-Vis Spectrophotometry, Liquid Chromatography and Gas Chromatography.
CHE 321. This course is the laboratory course for CHE321 Analytical Chemistry I. The course will consist of laboratory experiments covering the topics of Gravimetric Determinations, Titrations, UV-Vis Spectrophotometry, Liquid Chromatography and Gas Chromatography.
CHE 104, CHE 104L, CHE 321, and CHE 321L or permission of instructor.
Corequisite
CHE 322L. This course is an in-depth study of instrumental analytical chemistry techniques and methods. The course will cover the areas of Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry, Inductively Coupled Plamsa Atomic Emission Spectroscopy, Cyclic Voltametry. and advanced topics in UV-Vis Spectrophotometry, Liquid Chromatography and Gas Chromatography.
CHE 104, CHE 104L, CHE 321, and CHE 321L, or permission of instructor.
Corequisite
CHE 322. This course is the laboratory course for CHE322 Analytical Chemistry II. The course will consist of laboratory experiments covering the areas of Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry, Inductively Coupled Plamsa Atomic Emission Spectroscopy, Cyclic Voltametry and advanced topics in UV-Vis Spectrophotometry, Liquid Chromatography and Gas Chromatography.
CHE 350Molecular Modeling and Computational Chemistry
CHE 202 . This course provides an introduction to computational chemistry techniques including molecular dynamics, semi-empirical, and abinitio electronic structure theory. This introduction will illustrate the techniques and applications of chemical computation in the various chemical disciplines, with most emphasis on biologically important molecules. An integral part of the course is hands on experience with current computational chemistry tools. Three
CHE 104 , CHE 104L , MAT 270 with min grade C-/1.7 or MAT 165 , and PHY 291 and PHY 292 , both with min grade C-/1.7. Thermal properties, temperature scales and heat; properties of gases, entropy, first and second law; applications. Kinetic theory, Maxwell distribution, statistical mechanics.
CHE 351 The laboratory for thermodynamics and kinetics, which covers thermal properties, temperature scales and heat; properties of gases, entropy, first and second law; applications. Kinetic theory, Maxwell distribution, statistical mechanics.
PHY 291 and PHY 292 both with min grade C-/1.7, OR CHE 104 and CHE 104L ; MAT 165 or MAT 270 with min grade of C-/1.7 Development of quantum theory. Applications of Schroedinger theory to simple systems; hydrogen atom, hydrogen, molecular ion. Formal Quantum theory, perturbations, applications
CHE 352 The laboratory for quantum mechanics covering the development of quantum theory. Applications of Schroedinger theory to simple systems; hydrogen atom, hydrogen, molecular ion. Formal Quantum theory, perturbations, applications.
CHE 272 and CHE 321 . Students will be assisted in ideating then planning a self-directed experimental research project in any field of chemistry. The outcome of the course will be a written research proposal including a literature review and experimental methodology. As this proposal will become part of a funding application, other application materials will be emphasized in this course. This course will bridge the literature research from the CHE272 course to their future laboratory research courses.
CHE 371 This course will instruct students on how to design and perform preliminary proof-of-concept experiments related to their research proposals. It will also incorporate project management techniques for the planning and implementation of the student’s undergraduate research. Hours: 1
CHE 381Special Topics
Selected topics in the fields of analytical, inorganic, organic, physical chemistry, polymer chemistry or radiation chemistry, and other scientifically related topics. A seminar style course. By permission of the instructor. On demand On demand
Selected topics in the fields of analytical, inorganic, organic, physical chemistry, polymer chemistry or radiation chemistry, and other scientifically related topics. A seminar style course. By permission of the instructor. On demand On demand
Selected topics in the fields of analytical, inorganic, organic, physical chemistry, polymer chemistry or radiation chemistry, and other scientifically related topics. A seminar style course. By permission of the instructor. On demand On demand
Selected topics in the fields of analytical, inorganic, organic, physical chemistry, polymer chemistry or radiation chemistry, and other scientifically related topics. A seminar style course. By permission of the instructor. On demand On demand
This course exposes students to scientific research presentations by other students as well as outside researchers in various fields. Through this course students can gain a better understanding of how to design and present scientific research.
An advanced continuation of the CHE 201 / CHE 202 sequence. Topics include: modern and advanced organic reactions and structural analysis, elucidation of reaction mechanisms, and modern multistep organic synthesis.
General Elective Credits (if needed) TOTAL CREDIT HOURS (minimum) 128# * On occasion, technical and/or program requirements may also meet specific core curriculum requirements. Please confer with your program advisor to determine which courses, if any, may be counted accordingly. # All Bachelors programs at Lenoir-Rhyne require at least 128 credit hours. If, in combination, core, technical, and program requirements do not generate at least 128 hours, additional credits must be completed to achieve 128 hours. These classes may be general electives, or a student may complete a minor or additional major.
CHE 104 , CHE 104L . Atomic structure, chemical bonding, and molecular structure of inorganic compounds and their relationships to the periodic table and chemical properties. Special emphasis on coordination chemistry and elucidation of structure and bonding in compounds. On demand On demand Three
CHE 405Environmental Chemistry
This course you will study the chemistry of the air, water, and soil, and how anthropogenic activities affect this chemistry on the planet Earth. Specifically, it will examine the sources, reactions, transport, effects, and fates of chemical species in air, water, and soil environments. This course is divided into five major parts that reflect the most pressing issues in environmental chemistry today: atmospheric chemistry and air pollution; climate change and energy; water chemistry and water pollution; toxic organic compounds; and metals, soils, sediments, and waste disposal. Three credits.
CHE 202 and CHE 202L . A study of the protein structure and function, enzyme kinetics, nucleic acids and DNA technology, carbohydrates, and lipids, as well as biological membranes, transport, and signaling. Hours: 3
CHE 411 This course is an introduction to biochemistry lab techniques and instrument use, and provides opportunities for applying biochemical principles in the laboratory setting. Hours: 1
CHE 412 . Three biochemistry laboratory hours per week. Hours: 1
CHE 460Internship in Chemistry
Application of chemical principles during a supervised internship in a chemical research laboratory or workplace. Involves a minimum of ten on-site work hours per week or an equivalent time in summer. On demand On demand May be Repeated May be repeated, but only three credit hours may be taken as credit toward the chemistry major. By permission of the Chemistry Department.
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May be Repeated May be repeated, but only three credit hours may be taken as credit toward the chemistry major.
An assessment of the four principal subject areas of chemistry: inorganic, analytical, organic and physical chemistry. The course also involves demonstration of proficiency in four major instruments.
CHE 372 During this course, students will carry out the bulk of their research project, acquiring data and analyzing the results of their experiments. While each students’ research will be their own, the class will meet together regularly for each student to share their progress in a small group setting, then both give and receive constructive feedback. In addition, the graduate/professional application process will be discussed. Hours: 3
CHE 471 Student will present their completed chemistry research project in both written and oral forms. This course will also include a final set of formal chemistry skills assessments. Hours: 1
CHE 480Research Problems in Chemistry
Open to seniors and qualified juniors in chemistry or related fields. Arrangements to be made by the department. On demand On demand
Open to those students invited to participate in the Chemistry Honors Program. Selected topics in the field of analytical, inorganic, organic, physical chemistry, polymer chemistry or radiation chemistry, and other scientific topics. A seminar style course. On demand On demand
