44 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 1000Introduction to Chemistry3
This course is an introduction to fundamental techniques and concepts in chemistry. Chemistry 1000 introduces states of matter, Solutions, atoms and bonding, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, mole concept, gas laws, pH and acid-base chemistry, and nuclear chemistry. This course is not open to majors in chemistry, physics, biology, and mathematics. (Three lectures including demonstrations and interactive exercises per week) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
Demonstrated proficiency in College Algebra and Trigonometry I - MATH 1100 with a grade of C or better.
Corequisite
CHEM 1101 - General Chemistry Lab I (1) A first course in chemistry designed for science majors. Topics covered include: atoms, molecules, and ions; calculations with chemical formulas and equations; an introduction to chemical reactions; the gaseous state; thermochemistry; quantum theory of the atom; electron configurations and periodicity; ionic and covalent bonding; molecular geometry; and chemical bonding theories. (Three lectures and one recitation per week) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 1101General Chemistry Lab I1
Prerequisites: Demonstrated proficiency in College Algebra and Trigonometry I - MATH 1100
Demonstrated proficiency in College Algebra and Trigonometry I - MATH 1100 with a grade of C or better.
CHEM 1200General Chemistry II3
Prerequisites: Demonstrated proficiency in College Algebra and Trigonometry II - MATH 1200 and CHEM 1100 , with grades C or better. A continuation of CHEM 1100
Demonstrated proficiency in College Algebra and Trigonometry II - MATH 1200 and CHEM 1100 , with grades C or better. A continuation of CHEM 1100 .
Corequisite
CHEM 1201 - General Chemistry Lab II (1) Topics covered include: liquids and solids; solutions; rates of reactions; chemical equilibrium; acids and bases; acid-base equilibria; solubility and complex-ion equilibria; thermodynamics; and electrochemistry. (Three lecture and one recitation hours per week.) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 1100 and CHEM 1101 with grades of C or better.
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CHEM 1200 (Students must register for both CHEM 1200 and CHEM 1201.) CHEM 1201 is a hands-on laboratory component that accompanies the CHEM 1200 lecture, where students perform experiments to reinforce theoretical concepts like chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, and solution chemistry, developing essential laboratory techniques and data analysis skills while applying them to real-world chemical phenomena. This course must be taken concurrently with CHEM 1200. (Three laboratory hours per week.) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 1500Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry3
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in CHEM 1000 or equivalent course. Fundamentals of organic and biochemistry emphasizing applications within the health professions. The course provides a survey of basic facts and principles of organic and biochemistry. Topics include the structure, properties, and reactivity of some of the major types of organic functional groups. Other topics include carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes and nucleic acids. (Three lectures including demonstrations and interactive exercises per week) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
Grade of C or better in CHEM 1000 or equivalent course. Fundamentals of organic and biochemistry emphasizing applications within the health professions. The course provides a survey of basic facts and principles of organic and biochemistry. Topics include the structure, properties, and reactivity of some of the major types of organic functional groups. Other topics include carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes and nucleic acids. (Three lectures including demonstrations and interactive exercises per week) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 1990Cooperative Education Field Experience (3 to 12)
Selected students (majors and minors) will undertake a carefully organized and supervised program of experiential learning by alternating a semester of classroom study with a semester of paid, practical, on-the-job training in a major industrial or governmental laboratory. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 1200 . A survey of volumetric and gravimetric analytical chemistry techniques addressing various types of equilibria as well as an introduction to instrumental techniques is emphasized. (Three lectures and one recitation hour) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 2020 This course consists of laboratories that reinforce the concepts covered in CHEM 2020. Students will gain hands-on experience using a variety of laboratory equipment and techniques. This laboratory course emphasizes the basic principles of chemical separations. Laboratory studies of gravimetric and titrimetric analyses are also encountered. This course must be taken concurrently with CHEM 2020. (One three-hour laboratory period per week.) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 2105Computational Science & Informatics3
This course is designed to familiarize the student with construction and use of computational models to study problems of scientific interest. The necessary mathematical background as well as data acquisition, evaluation, management, and visualization/presentation methods will be covered. The course will also provide an introduction to informatics, including data mining via the Internet, data warehousing, and how to effectively publish and present new data. Students will design and complete their own computational project using these skills. (Three lecture hours per week). Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
This course introduces students to the many scientific discriplines of forensic science and how they are used in the collection and analysis of evidence in our criminal justice system. Students will be introduced to the science behind these disciplines and how forensic science techniques are used in crime laboratories throughout the United States and abroad. Topics include crime scene investigation, trace evidence, fingerprints, forensic chemistry, firearms examination, DNA and bloodstain pattern anaylsis. Guest lecturers and practitioners will offer insights into their day-to-day investigate work and how they face technological challenges and success. The scientific method will be emphasized throughout the course. (Three lecture hours per week). Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 1200 . A systematic study of both the fundamental principles and the descriptive chemistry needed to understand the properties of the main group elements and their compounds. (Three lectures and one recitation hour per week) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 3200 This course consists of laboratories that reinforce the concepts covered in CHEM 3200. A survey of classical synthetic techniques of inorganic compounds, applications of instrumental and optical methods of analysis in inorganic synthesis, metal-assisted reaction processes, ligand synthesis, synthesis of coordination compounds, and non-metallic compounds, inorganic frame-work structures of zeolites and silicates will take place in this course. This course must be taken concurrently with CHEM 3200. (One three-hour laboratory period per week.) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 3100 . An introduction to common organic laboratory techniques used in the study of the compounds of carbon. (Five laboratory hours per week) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 3330 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I (1) This laboratory course is designed to replace the current two credit organic chemistry laboratory, CHEM 3320. It is a continuation of CHEM 3330 Introductory Organic Chemistry Part I. The synthesis, isolation, and purification of targeted organic compounds followed by their characterization by chromatographic and spectroscopic methods are emphasized. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 2020 , MATH 2020 and PHYS 2120 (or PHYS 2320 ), with grades of C or better.
Corequisite
CHEM 4900 . An introduction to fundamental principles of physical chemistry, covering such topics as gases, chemical thermodynamics, thermochemistry, physical and chemical equilibria, solutions, chemical kinetics, electrochemistry, and theory of quantum mechanics and its application to chemistry. (Three lectures and one recitation hour per week) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 2020 , MATH 2020 , and PHYS 2120 (or PHYS 2320 ), with grades of C or better.
Corequisite
CHEM 4010 and CHEM 4900 This course consists of laboratories that reinforce the concepts covered in CHEM 4010. This lab course focuses on applying classical thermodynamic and kinetic principles to chemical systems through experimental measurements. Experiments in the lab include bomb calorimetry, phase equilibria, gas laws, and reaction kinetics, emphasizing data analysis, error analysis, and bridging theoretical concepts with experimental findings. This course must be taken concurrently with CHEM 4010. (One three-hour laboratory period per week.) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 2020 , MATH 2020 and PHYS 2120 (or PHYS 2320 ), with grades of C or better.
Corequisite
CHEM 4900 . An introduction to fundamental principles of physical chemistry, covering such topics as gases, chemical thermodynamics, thermochemistry, physical and chemical equilibria, solutions, chemical kinetics, electrochemistry, and theory of quantum mechanics and its application to chemistry. (Three lectures and one recitation hour per week) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 2020 , MATH 2020 , and PHYS 2120 (or PHYS 2320 , with grades of C or better.)
Corequisite
CHEM 4900 and CHEM 4020 This course consists of laboratories that reinforce the concepts covered in CHEM 4020. An introduction to chemical thermodynamics, kinetics, and statistical mechanics as applied to chemical and biochemical systems. Experimental study of physico-chemical systems using modern instrumental techniques. This course must be taken concurrently with CHEM 4020. (One three-hour laboratory period per week.) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 4030Physical Chemistry for the Life Sciences3
CHEM 2020 , MATH 2020 and PHYS 2120 (or PHYS 2320 ) with grades of C or better.
Corequisite
CHEM 4900 Physical chemistry intended for majors in the life science area. This is a one semester lecture which will cover all areas of physical chemistry with a focus on application of physical chemistry principles and theories to life sciences. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 4031Physical Chemistry for the Life Sciences Lab1
CHEM 2020 , MATH 2020 , and PHYS 2120 (or PHYS 2320 ) with grades of C or better.
Corequisite
CHEM 4900 and CHEM 4030 This course consists of laboratories that reinforce the concepts covered in CHEM 4030. This lab course focuses on applying classical thermodynamic and kinetic principles to chemical systems through experimental measurements. Experiments in the lab include bomb calorimetry, phase equilibria, gas laws, and reaction kinetics, emphasizing data analysis, error analysis, and bridging theoretical concepts with experimental findings. This course must be taken concurrently with CHEM 4030. (One three-hour laboratory period per week.) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 3320 and CHEM 3120 with grades of C or higher. The classification and identification of organic compounds by the use of solubilities, class reactions, solid derivatives, and IR, UV, and NMR spectroscopic methods of analyses. (Three lecture and four laboratory hours per week) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 3120 or consent of the instructor. A study of basic concepts, drug design, drug synthesis, drug delivery, drug metabolism, drug toxicity, pharmacological assays, and clinical trials. (Three
CHEM 3120 with a grade of C or better. An advanced study of the reactions of organic compounds and the theories of organic chemistry. Spectroscopic methods (IR, UV-Vis, NMR), heterocyclic molecules, and bioorganic chemistry will be emphasized. (Three lectures hours per week) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 4250Scientific Instrumentation in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics (4 or 5)
Prerequisites: Junior level chemistry major and consent of department chairperson. An interdepartmental course taught by the Departments of Biology, Chemistry, and Physics and designed to give students a general knowledge of the theory and application of instrumental methods and practical experience both in instrument operation and in interpretation of data obtained with instruments. A common component is interdisciplinary covering of instrumental methods commonly used in all three scientific areas. An optional component covers additional instrumental methods more specifically related to each discipline. (Three lecture and four laboratory hours per week) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 3200 or consent of the instructor. A study of bonding theories, structure, stereochemistry, energetics, and reactivity of inorganic and organometallic materials with an emphasis on transition metal compounds. (Three
CHEM 4020 . This course introduces the background and theory required for the use and understanding of a number of software tools that can assist in solving problems of chemical significance. Systems and dynamics software, as well as a computer algebra system, will be used to solve the differential equations that arise from the study of chemical kinetics. Molecular modeling software will be used to compute a variety of molecular properties using molecular mechanics, semiempirical methods, Hartree-Fock methods, and density functional theory. (Three
CHEM 3120 or consent of the instructor. Analytical chemical instrumentation with an emphasis on spectroscopic, potentiometric, and chromatographic methods. (Three
CHEM 4400 This course consists of laboratories that reinforce the concepts covered in CHEM 4400. This lab course covers applications and hands-on experience with analytical chemistry instrumentation, including spectroscopy, chromatography, and electrochemistry. This course must be taken concurrently with CHEM 4400. (One three-hour laboratory period per week. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 4010 or consent of instructor. The goal of the course is to provide an understanding of how molecular interactions and macroscopic transport phenomena determine the distribution of compounds released into the natural environment in space and time. (Three
CHEM 3120 . An introductory, comprehensive study of the physical and chemical properties of the four major classes of biomolecules: carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. The course will include introduction to model analytical methods specific to each class of biomolecule. Also, special topics that are correlative to each of the biomolecule classes will be covered. Cross-listed With BIOL 4560 (Three
CHEM 4500 . This course is a continuation of CHEM 4500 and will provide an in-depth analysis of the metabolic pathways of the four major classes of biomolecules: carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. (Three
CHEM 4500 or consent of instructor. Qualitative study of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, and enzymes. (Three laboratory hours per week) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 4550Techniques in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology3
CHEM 2020 - Quantitative Analysis (3) , CHEM 3100 - Organic Chemistry I (3) , and CHEM 3330 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I (1) , with a “C” or higher, or otherwise approved by the department chair.
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CHEM 4610 This course consists of laboratories that reinforce the concepts covered in CHEM 4610. This lab covers applications and hands-on experience with analytical chemistry instrumentation, including spectroscopy, chromatography, and electrochemistry as used in forensic analysis. This course must be taken concurrently with CHEM 4610. (One three-hour laboratory period per week.) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 4700Introduction to Research3
Prerequisites: Consent of the Department Chair and faculty member under whom the research will be done. This course allows the student to participate in ongoing faculty research projects. Three research hours per week for each semester credit hour is expected. Students will be expected to produce a written paper on their research project each semester. (Students may register for the course for repeated credits in units of 1-3 credit hours with a maximum of 9 credit hours counted toward graduation requirements.) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
Consent of the Department Chair and faculty member under whom the research will be done. This course allows the student to participate in ongoing faculty research projects. Three research hours per week for each semester credit hour is expected. Students will be expected to produce a written paper on their research project each semester. (Students may register for the course for repeated credits in units of 1-3 credit hours with a maximum of 9 credit hours counted toward graduation requirements.) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 4710Selected Topics in Chemistry (1 to 3)
Prerequisites: Advanced standing or consent of instructor. Other prerequisites and credit will depend on the topic. The selected topic for each offering will provide majors opportunities for detailed exploration of recent and actively developing areas of chemistry. (Course may be repeated for credit) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
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may be repeated for credit) Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
Prerequisites: Junior-level chemistry major. A survey of the important sources of chemical research information including computer searching of chemical databases is presented. The use of these sources for planning and reporting research is stressed. Special consideration is given to scientific writing techniques. WI Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
Junior-level chemistry major. A survey of the important sources of chemical research information including computer searching of chemical databases is presented. The use of these sources for planning and reporting research is stressed. Special consideration is given to scientific writing techniques. WI Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
CHEM 4010 . The application of calculus and advanced mathematical techniques to physical chemistry. (Two
CHEM 4910Undergraduate Honors Seminar1
Intended for honors chemistry majors to discuss their research activities, to discuss topics of current chemistry interest, and to interact with faculty and other professional chemists. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
This is a required course of all ACS-certified and non-ACS certified chemistry majors. The student will make a formal oral presentation of laboratory research activities. The oral presentation will be supplemented by a written report. Click here for the Fall 2026 Class Schedule
