44 courses with the subject CH, 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.
well as an providing an opportunity for practical application of the skill developed in students' area of concentration. Note: see the chapter "Special Programs" under Internships; listed as Internship(title); must be 6 weeks long. Prerequisites: Permission.
the chemical principles essential for understanding human health and disease. Students will learn and apply general, organic, and biochemistry topics with scientific reasoning to understand clinical scenarios and interpret diagnostic laboratory values. In lab, students will practice good record keeping, chemical hygiene, safety, and scientific thinking.
course begins a two semester sequence that integrates information from all aspects of chemistry while focusing on the core principles of the relationships between energy, the structure of atoms and molecules, and atomic and molecular properties and reactivity. Topics include energy, reactions, atomic structure, elemental properties, bonding, and molecular properties. Corequisite CH143. (N)
practices, primarily through the quantitative analysis of compounds. The quantitative analysis of materials and an understanding of reproducibility and bias are relevant to many fields, including medical analysis or the analysis of contaminants in the environment. This course will also teach you how to keep an excellent laboratory notebook, identify safety hazards in the lab, and complete data analysis and graphing in Excel. All of these tools will serve you well in a variety of careers. CH142 is a corequisite of this course. A lab fee is associated with this course. (N, QS)
course completes a two semester sequence that integrates information from all aspects of chemistry while focusing on the core principles of the relationships between energy, the structure of atoms and molecules, and atomic and molecular properties and reactivity. Topics include thermodynamics, equilibrium reactions, acid/base and redox reactions, kinetics and nuclear reactions. Prerequisite: CH-142. (N)
laboratory practices, primarily through the quantitative analysis of compounds. The quantitative analysis of materials and an understanding of reproducibility and bias are relevant to many fields, including medical analysis or the analysis of contaminants in the environment. This course will also teach you how to keep an excellent laboratory notebook, identify safety hazards in the lab, and complete data analysis and graphing in Excel. All of these tools will serve you well in a variety of careers. Prerequisite: CH-143. (N, QS)
comprehensive overview of general chemistry, tailored for students with a solid foundation in chemical principles. General chemistry topics will be covered in an applied manner that moves more quickly and deeply into topics with an emphasis on conceptual understanding, quantitative problem-solving, and real- world applications. The lab will reinforce theoretical concepts from the class while stressing critical thinking and examination of evidence. Students must have achieved a score of 4 or 5 on the Advanced Placement Chemistry exam or have instructor permission to enroll in this course.
knowledge of topics traditionally covered in general chemistry course sequences. Students will learn theoretical underpinnings of foundational chemistry concepts and their relationship to scientific inquiry. A 4- hour weekly laboratory session introduces students to more sophisticated laboratory methods and characterization techniques. Prerequisite: CH-150.
Departments may offer more than one special topic. Prerequisites vary with topic.
from students of science to citizens of the scientific community. During the semester speakers will present topics which will help inform the students about the opportunities for research and collaboration. Additionally, an emphasis will be made on post-graduation career opportunities and planning. Must have at least sophomore standing and have a POE in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Chemistry Secondary Education.
education in chemistry, biochemistry, and related disciplines is preparing them for post-college careers. Students will be supported to develop application materials and guided in identifying and applying for opportunities related to their studies and interests (internships, graduate programs, or jobs).
and secondary explosives, propellants, rocket fuels, and pyrotechnics. It focuses on chemical explosives and provides a brief historical overview and developments of energetic materials. It introduces ecological aspects and human-toxicity issues associated with the use of explosives and discusses efforts to find safer alternatives. Prerequisite: FYC-101 (WK-SP) CH-222 Inorganic Chemistry (4 credits) CH 222 is a one-semester course of Inorganic Chemistry that builds on chemistry knowledge acquired in CH-142 (Integrated Chemistry Principles I). The Inorganic Chemistry course is designed for all students having "chemistry" in their POE title but it will serve any student who wants to learn about "chemistry of elements" because it covers chemistry of all elements from the periodic table with exception of organic carbon chemistry. The class also introduces students to theoretical concepts such as molecular symmetry, molecular spectroscopy, and theory of complexes. Part of the class is a 4-hour laboratory session which introduces students into synthetic inorganic chemistry and characterization of inorganic compounds. Syntheses, reactivity, and characterization of main group element compounds and transition metals will be practiced. Pre-Req: CH-142 and CH-143. Pre-Req or Co-Req: CH-144 and CH-145. (N)
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fundamental concepts and nomenclature needed to understand and communicate organic chemistry. The course is further designed to teach the structure-function relationships that exist across many classes of organic and bio-organic systems, and therefore provide a foundation for further study in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, and medicine. Prerequisite: CH-144; Corequisite: CH-233. (N)
out experiments illustrative of concepts learned in CH-232. The course will focus on spectroscopy, organic laboratory techniques and reactions, and compound characterization. This course will also reinforce good record-keeping skills continue to stress safe lab practices. A lab fee is associated with this course. Pre-Req:
and quantify compounds of interest and measure their physical properties. Classroom and laboratory time will be spent considering experimental design, measurement techniques, and validation of results in a variety of chemical contexts. Prerequisites: CH-144 and CH-145. Note: A special lab fee is assessed. (N, QS)
Departments may offer more than one special topic. Prerequisites vary with topic.
environment requires understanding the chemistry of both environmental systems and specific pollutants. In this course we'll apply core chemical principles to specific systems and pollutants, building the skills to help you understand and solve environmental challenges. Prerequisite: CH-222 or CH-232 or CH-252.
content from chemistry, biology, mathematics, and history to provide an integrated view of biochemistry.
experimental design, data analysis, and troubleshooting. Students will be equipped with the practical skills and theoretical understanding necessary for analyzing biological molecules and will gain hands-on experience in methods used to quantify and characterize biomolecules such as carbohydrates, proteins, and DNA, while also exploring enzymatic activity and inhibition. Prerequisite or corequisite: CH-312.
and CH-233. Special emphasis is placed on advanced aspects of structure and reactivity, with careful attention to the methodology and tools of synthesis. Topics include aromatic chemistry, enolate chemistry, pericyclic reactions, retrosynthetic analysis and various aspects of stereoselectivity. Prerequisites: Take CH- 232/233 or CH-242/243. (N)
chemical processes that are involved in wine formation and that influence appearance, flavor, and aroma of different wines including such topics as barrel aging and corkage, wine and health, wine faults, and wine laboratory practices and procedures associated with vineyard to bottling lifecycle of wine. An intensive hands-on component (4 hours a week) enabling authentic experience of wine-grapes growing, wine making and wine tasting is part of the course (second credit). Prerequisites: 2 semesters of college Chemistry or permission of the instructor. Must be 21 years of age or older. (N)
characteristics and interactions of matter. Topics covered will include quantum mechanics, spectroscopy, thermodynamics, and kinetics, within the contexts of biochemistry. Prerequisites: CH-144, MA-130, and PC- 202.
obtaining data pertinent to physical chemistry through laboratory experiments. Experiments will be performed that highlight material from Physical Chemistry I (CH-352). A significant component of each lab will involve molecular modeling. (N, Q, CW)
physical characteristics and interactions of matter. Topics covered will include thermodynamics, and kinetics, within the contexts of chemistry and biochemistry. Prerequisites: CH-144, MA-130, and PC-202.
wave/particle duality of matter, and its interactions with light. Topics covered will include quantum mechanics, and spectroscopy applied to chemical systems. Prerequisite: CH-144, MA-130, and PC-202. A second semester of physics (PC-201, PC-203) and an additional math course (MA-160, MA-230) is highly recommended.
organometallic synthesis class. Through the completion of two to three multi-component projects, students will gain a better understanding of the requirements of advanced laboratory research and will learn how to communicate as organic chemists. Overall, the course is designed to help students mature into skilled citizens of the scientific community. Prerequisite: CH-232. (N, CW)
species involve increasingly complex instrumentation. We will explore the principles and methodology of various types of instrumental methods and will analyze data resulting from these techniques. Prerequisite: CH-232 or CH-242. (N)
experiences. You will draw upon your knowledge and experience from previous classes to identify a chemistry related question, design experimental work, and report your findings. The focus of each semester will vary depending on the specific instructors. Prereqs: CH-222, CH-232, CH-252, CH-312, and CH-352, plus junior or senior standing.
may vary from semester to semester. Note: abbreviated ST: (title); students may take more than one "ST:" course for credit. Offered at the discretion of the department to qualified students.
emphasis on general principles, including chemical bonding. Recent literature is used. Prerequisite: CH-332 or CH-262. (N)
at an undergraduate level. Theoretical topics, like electronic structure (molecular orbital theory), molecular symmetry, theories about complexes, reaction mechanisms of complexes, catalysis, introduction to solid state chemistry, and a role of metals in life processes are covered. Students will become familiar with inorganic chemistry journals, SciFinder and the Cambridge Structural Database. Prerequisite: CH-222. (N)
metabolism, covering pathways like glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, and lipid metabolism. Students will study hormonal regulation, metabolic diseases, and tissue-specific pathway integration. Through lectures, a proposal paper, and presentation, students will gain practical and theoretical knowledge to analyze metabolic processes in health and disease. Prerequisite: CH-312.
POE Credit Total = 59-61 Students must complete at least 18 credits at the 300/400-level. Any course exception must be approved by the advisor and/or department chair. Neuroscience (Bachelor of Science)
POE Credit Total = 57-61 Students must complete at least 18 credits at the 300/400-level. Any course exception must be approved by the advisor and/or department chair. Biology (Bachelor of Science)
mark the submission of Capstone Portfolio Contribution #1, which demonstrates a student's analytic and/or creative thinking and depth of knowledge in an academic field. Requires senior standing.
of their chemistry or biochemistry education and relate it to their broader Juniata education. Requires senior standing.
standing. (N)
write a senior thesis describing their work, part of the requirements for graduating with a distinction in chemistry, and prepare an oral presentation of their work. Corequisite: CH-494 (CW)
pursue research related to the placement. Corequisite: CH-490. Must have sophomore, junior, or senior standing. (N)
Prerequisites and corequisites vary by title. (N) CH-INS Independent Study (1-4 credits) CH-TUT Chemistry Teaching Assistant (1-4 credits) See catalog.
Source: Juniata College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
