103 courses with the subject CHM, 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.
CHM 112Food Chemistry4
The study of chemistry as it specifically relates to food. Underlying basic chemical principles will allow the study of particular molecules found in food (carbohydrates, proteins, lipids) and the changes these molecules undergo as they are cooked and absorbed. Topics will also include preservation, food safety, and food additives. This laboratory course will introduce students to the use of laboratory techniques to study food, including the measurement of food properties including pH, flavor, color, and texture. Students will learn how chemical and physical changes can alter food quality. Students who register for CHM 112 must also register for a CHM 112 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 112 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 112L.
Students who register for CHM 112 must also register for a CHM 112 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 112 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 112L.
Introduction to all aspects of the chemical sciences, including biochemistry. Students are presented with an overview of the department, the University, the curricula, active research areas, career opportunities, and scientific ethics, as well as information on how they can maximize their educational experience.
Topics included are chemical formulas, stoichiometry, balancing reactions, ideal gases, thermodynamics, atomic structure, chemical bonding and molecular structure, kinetics, equilibrium, the chemistry of acids and bases, entropy, free energy, and electrochemistry. Students who register for CHM 120 must also register for a CHM 120 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 120 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 120L.
A laboratory course to accompany CHM 120 with emphasis upon concepts in chemistry, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and introduction to instrumental methods. One four-hour period. Students who register for CHM 120 must also register for a CHM 120 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 120 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 120L.
Topics included are chemical formulas, stoichiometry, balancing reactions, ideal gases, thermodynamics, atomic structure, chemical bonding and molecular structure, kinetics, equilibrium, the chemistry of acids and bases, entropy, free energy, and electrochemistry. Students who register for CHM 125 must also register for a CHM 125 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 125 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 125L.
A laboratory course to accompany CHM 125 with emphasis upon concepts in chemistry, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and introduction to instrumental methods. One four-hour period. Students who register for CHM 125 must also register for a CHM 125 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 125 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 125L.
This course is designed to introduce students interested in careers in nursing and allied health professions to the fundamental principles of chemistry, emphasizing topics relevant to healthcare. It provides a foundation in chemical concepts needed to understand body processes, pharmacology, and diagnostics. Including concepts of general chemistry, organic chemistry, and biochemistry. The lab component will complement the lecture allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge through practical, hands-on experiments. Students who register for CHM 130 must also register for a CHM 130 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 130 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 130L.
The Chemistry for Health Laboratory provides students with practical experience in fundamental chemical concepts relevant to the health sciences. Through a combination of guided experiments, data analysis, and critical reflection, students develop skills in measurement, solution preparation, chemical safety, and the interpretation of chemical phenomena as they apply to biological and medical contexts. Students who register for CHM 130 must also register for a CHM 130 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 130 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 130L.
The study of the nature and uses of the primary, secondary, and tertiary literature of chemistry and biochemistry and of modern information-retrieval techniques. Students who register for CHM 204 must also register for CHM 210.
Modern organic chemistry in which the treatment of aliphatic and aromatic compounds is integrated as much as possible. Reactions of the functional groups are explained in terms of electronic mechanisms. Students who register for CHM 210 must also register for a CHM 210 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 210 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 210L.
This semester concentrates on experiments designed to introduce students to the various techniques used in the organic laboratory. Students who register for CHM 210 must also register for a CHM 210 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 210 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 210L.
Modern organic chemistry in which the treatment of aliphatic and aromatic compounds is integrated as much as possible. Reactions of the functional groups are explained in terms of electronic mechanisms.
A continuation of CHM 210L utilizing micro scale laboratory techniques in organic chemistry for the preparation, purification and analysis of organic compounds.
This course includes the study of atomic structure, bonding, molecular orbital theory, symmetry and group theory, and the structure and reactivity of transition metal complexes.
This course provides a one-semester overview of the fundamental principles of physical chemistry. Topics include thermodynamics (laws of thermodynamics, energy, and equilibrium), chemical kinetics, and an introduction to quantum mechanics. Students explore the relationships between energy, matter, and molecular behavior through models such as the ideal gas, reaction rate laws, and basic quantum systems, including the particle in a box and hydrogen atom. The course emphasizes conceptual understanding and quantitative problem-solving across core areas of physical chemistry, with applications to biological systems.
This course offers an in-depth study of quantum mechanics and its application to chemical systems. Students examine the postulates of quantum theory, operator formalism, and eigenvalue problems. Detailed solutions of the Schrödinger equation, including the particle in a box, harmonic oscillator, rigid rotor, and hydrogen atom, are used to understand atomic structure, molecular spectroscopy, and chemical bonding. Emphasis is placed on the mathematical framework and physical interpretation of quantum models.
This course covers the theory, methodology, and instrumentation for the study of atomic and molecular species and/or processes. Students who register for CHM 330 must also register for a CHM 330 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 330 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 330L.
Students who register for CHM 330 must also register for a CHM 330 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 330 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 330L.
Structure and Function of Biomolecules. A basic introduction to the chemistry of living systems emphasizing their major metabolic activities. Structure and function of proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates. Basic principles of intermediary metabolism and photosynthesis.
Focused on molecular genetics. Topics include structure, replication, transcription, translation, repair, recombination,and processing of nucleic acids; control of gene expression; and modern recombinant methods of DNA splicing, cloning, and sequencing.
Catabolic and anabolic pathways with emphasis on chemical logic, mechanisms, and regulatory control. Also includes carbohydrate, lipid, amino acid, and nucleotide metabolism, and oxidative and photosynthetic phosphorylation.
Intermediary Metabolism. Catabolic and anabolic pathways with emphasis on chemical logic, mechanisms, and regulatory control. Also includes carbohydrate, lipid, amino acid, and nucleotide metabolism, and oxidative and photosynthetic phosphorylation.
Genetics and Molecular Biology. This course covers molecular genetics, structure, replication, transcription, translation, repair, recombination, and processing of nucleic acids; control of gene expression; and modern recombinant methods of DNA splicing, cloning, and sequencing.
This course includes the study of atomic structure, bonding, molecular orbital theory, symmetry and group theory, the chemistry of the main group elements, and the structure and reactivity of transition metal complexes.
This course covers the synthesis, characterization and physical properties of materials chemistry systems on the length scale of individual molecules. Emphasis is placed on the distinction between macro- and nanoscale properties of matter. Course topics to include (but not limited to): quantum confinement in semiconductor nanocrystals; localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR), superhydrophobicity in self-assembled monolayers; electronic and mechanical properties of 2D materials
Introductory analytical chemistry with emphasis on relevant chemical principles, combining both classical and modern instrumental techniques. Students who register for CHM 361 must also register for a CHM 361 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 361 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 361L.
Students who register for CHM 361 must also register for a CHM 361 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 361 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 361L.
The course covers the theory, methodology, and instrumentation for the chemical analysis. Students who register for CHM 362 must also register for a CHM 362 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 362 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 362L.
This lab course reinforces the methods and approaches of instrumental analysis covered in the lecture course. Students who register for CHM 362 must also register for a CHM 362 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 362 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 362L.
Lectures by outside and local speakers and discussions of special topics in chemistry. Enrollment is required each semester for junior and senior chemistry majors.
A study of the biochemical mechanisms of drug action in order to develop a rational approach to the analysis of drugs and their metabolites and to design new drugs.
This course provides an advanced treatment of thermodynamics and its molecular foundations. Topics include the laws of thermodynamics, chemical and phase equilibria, and their extension through statistical mechanics. Students explore the Boltzmann distribution, partition functions, and the connection between microscopic states and macroscopic properties. Applications to real chemical systems deepen understanding of energy, entropy, and spontaneity at an advanced level.
Selected classes of medicinal agents are examined, stressing general structures, synthesis, and, in particular, the relationships between structure and pharmacological activity.
The course covers main concepts of polymer chemistry including classification of macromolecules, molecular weight distribution, synthesis of polymers, thermodynamics of long chains, and polymers of hybrid composition.
This course examines the behavior of chemical species in the atmosphere. Topics include: stratospheric chemistry and the role of ozone, tropospheric chemistry and photochemical smog formation, precipitation, aerosol chemistry, indoor and urban air quality and regulatory efforts, energy, the chemistry of global climate and potential mitigation strategies, biogeochemical cycling of elements, and green chemistry.
Application of the electron pushing formalism for manipulating Lewis structure representations of organic structures. Emphasis is placed on mechanistic rationalization of complex organic transformations. Classes of mechanisms include elimination, substitution, rearrangement, oxidation-reduction, enolate alkylation, and others.
This course will focus on the structure and reactivity of organometallic transition metal complexes. Topics include catalysis, reaction mechanisms, applications to organic chemistry, and characterization by spectroscopic methods.
This laboratory course focuses on advanced biochemical techniques for the analysis of proteins, nucleic acids, and metabolites. Experiments include enzyme kinetics, chromatography, electrophoresis, and spectroscopic methods for biomolecular characterization. Students will gain hands-on experience in experimental design, data collection, and interpretation of biochemical assays.
Introduction to the theory and practice of molecular modeling, especially as applied to the problem of identifying and designing bioactive and therapeutic agents, using specialized software and advanced computer hardware such as workstations and supercomputer clusters.
This course examines the behavior of chemical species in natural and engineered water systems and their interactions with the terrestrial environment. Topics include: the chemical composition of surface and subsurface water; geochemical controls on water composition; equilibrium and kinetic processes in aquatic systems; fate and reactions of inorganic and organic constituents in water; acid-base chemistry, complexation chemistry, and redox chemistry in water; the applications of isotopic and other tracers in the study of aquatic systems; water pollution and treatment.
Integrated literature and laboratory investigation of an assigned problem under the supervision of a departmental faculty member. Includes a seminar, a poster presentation, and written reports. Each credit of CHM 493 and CHM 494 requires four hours each week in the research laboratory. Students need to complete the application form for independent study (available in the Dean's Office) and have the approval of the Chemistry Department chair and Associate Dean in order to register.
Integrated literature and laboratory investigation of an assigned problem under the supervision of a departmental faculty member. Includes a seminar, a poster presentation, and written reports. Each credit of CHM 493 and CHM 494 requires four hours each week in the research laboratory. Students need to complete the application form for independent study (available in the Dean's Office) and have the approval of the Chemistry Department chair and Associate Dean in order to register.
Fundamental concepts of physical chemistry: aspects of thermodynamics including the first and second laws, chemical and phase equilibria, solutions, surface chemistry, reaction kinetics, introduction to quantum chemistry including QMpostulates/Schrodinger equation/particle in a box, rigid rotor and harmonic oscillator/hydrogen atom/many electron atom, chemical bond, molecular structure, introduction to statistical mechanics including boltzman distribution/partition functions.
Covers thermodynamic principles and applications to gases, liquids, and ideal and non-ideal solutions; thermodynamics of chemical reactions and equilibria, electrochemistry and reaction kinetics.
Continuation of Physical Chemistry I, including quantum chemistry, reaction kinetics, spectroscopy, photochemistry, statistical mechanics, and theories of reaction rates.
This course covers the theory, methodology, and instrumentation for the study of atomic and molecular species and/or processes. Students who register for CHM 530 must also register for a CHM 530 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 530 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 530L.
This course covers the theory, methodology, and instrumentation for the study of atomic and molecular species and/or processes. Students who register for CHM 530 must also register for a CHM 530 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 530 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 530L.
The course covers physical and chemical phenomena associated with surfaces and interphases including thermodynamic aspects, electrical phenomena, surface modification, chemical reactions and nanometer scale, and nanotechnology.
This lab course reinforces the methods and approaches of instrumental analysis covered in the lecture course. Students who register for CHM 562 must also register for a CHM 562 laboratory. For example, if you register for CHM 562 you must, at the same time, register for a section of CHM 562L.
A study of the biochemical mechanisms of drug action in order to develop a rational approach to the analysis of drugs and their metabolites and to design new drugs.
The fundamental postulates of quantum mechanics are introduced in the form of historical narrative to illustrate the logical progression to quantization in natural theory. Eigenvalue problems, operator mathematics, uncertainties and orthonormality are discussed as essential portions of quantum mechanical calculations. The Schrodinger equations for the harmonic oscillator and rigid rotor are solved and related specifically to molecular spectroscopy techniques. The course ends with the description of the hydrogen atom in terms of quantum mechanics, with emphasis on the origin of the familiar atomic orbitals.
The course covers main concepts of polymer chemistry including classification of macromolecules, molecular weight distribution, synthesis of polymers, thermodynamics of long chains, and polymers of hybrid composition.
This course examines the behavior of chemical species in the atmosphere. Topics include: stratospheric chemistry and the role of ozone, tropospheric chemistry and photochemical smog formation, precipitation, aerosol chemistry, indoor and urban air quality and regulatory efforts, energy, the chemistry of global climate and potential mitigation strategies, biogeochemical cycling of elements, and green chemistry.
Application of the electron pushing formalism for manipulating Lewis structure representations of organic structures. Emphasis is placed on mechanistic rationalization of complex organic transformations. Classes of mechanisms include elimination, substitution, rearrangement, oxidation-reduction, enolate alkylation, and others.
This course will focus on the structure and reactivity of organometallic transition metal complexes. Topics include catalysis, reaction mechanisms, applications to organic chemistry, and characterization by spectroscopic methods.
Focused on molecular genetics. Topics include structure, replication, transcription, translation, repair, recombination, and processing of nucleic acids; control of gene expression; and modern recombinant methods of DNA splicing, cloning, and sequencing.
Introduction to the theory and practice of molecular modeling, especially as applied to the problem of identifying and designing bioactive and therapeutic agents, using specialized software and advanced computer hardware such as workstations and supercomputer clusters.
This course examines the behavior of chemical species in natural and engineered water systems and their interactions with the terrestrial environment. Topics include: the chemical composition of surface and subsurface water; geochemical controls on water composition; equilibrium and kinetic processes in aquatic systems; fate and reactions of inorganic and organic constituents in water; acid-base chemistry, complexation chemistry, and redox chemistry in water; the applications of isotopic and other tracers in the study of aquatic systems; water pollution and treatment.
A laboratory rotation through two seven-week chemical or biochemical research projects for graduate students in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry.
This course will discuss the practical aspects of solving everyday problems encountered in research in the physical and natural sciences. Students will apply knowledge from different fields of chemistry and various other scientific disciplines to solve chemical problems. Students will also learn the application of mathematical modeling and numerical fitting to quantitatively determine solutions to these problems.
This course is primarily designed for a faculty mentor to guide students in the development of a research plan for their graduate work or in preparation of a grant application (i.e. an F31 - Kirschstein NRSA). The course is heavily weighted in writing, assessment, and revisions of the research proposals. By the end of the course, students will be expected to have prepared a Research Prospectus or Specific Aims and Research Plan sections of a grant proposal. Student's without an approved research prospectus, part-time extramural thesis students and non-thesis graduate students will develop a research plan or grant application focused on a research project of interest.
Candidates for the PhD or MS Thesis graduate degrees, specializing in chemistry or biochemistry are required to fulfill their research requirement under the direction of a faculty member in the department graduate program. This course (up to 3 cr) may also be used as a elective for MS non-thesis students.
A study of the biochemical mechanisms of drug action in order to develop a rational approach to the analysis of drugs and their metabolites and to design new drugs.
Selected classes of medicinal agents are examined, stressing general structures, synthesis, and, in particular, the relationships between structure and pharmacological activity.
Introduction to the theory and practice of molecular modeling, especially as applied to the problem of identifying and designing bioactive and therapeutic agents, using specialized software and advanced computer hardware such as workstations and supercomputer clusters.
This course will provide an examination of ethical behavior and practice in scientific research. The course will follow a case study format in which students will be expected to present and participate in group discussions.
This course will cover basic concepts and the most important topics in modern polymer science including synthesis, physical properties, and current applications.
A laboratory rotation through two seven-week chemical, biochemical, or pharmacognosy research projects for graduate students matriculated in a graduate program in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry.
This course will discuss the practical aspects of solving everyday problems encountered in research in the physical and natural sciences. Students will apply knowledge from different fields of chemistry and various other scientific disciplines to solve chemical problems. Students will also learn the application of mathematical modeling and numerical fitting to quantitatively determine solutions to these problems.
This course is designed to guide students in the development of an F31 - Kirschstein NRSA grant application. The course is heavily weighted in writing and peer assessment of grant proposals. By the end of the course, students will be expected to have completed the Specific Aims page and Research Plan sections of the F31 application. For thesis students, the application must be focused on the student’s approved research prospectus and build upon current research in the student’s thesis laboratory. Student's without an approved research prospectus, part-time extramural thesis students and non-thesis graduate students will develop a grant application focused on a research project of interest.
Candidates for the Doctor of Philosophy degree, specializing in chemistry, biochemistry, or pharmacognosy, are required to fulfill their research requirement under the direction of a faculty member in the department graduate program.
