36 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 101Our Chemical World4
An investigation of a number of areas of everyday life and some chemical factors that have significant effects on our lives. Chemistry interacts with other scientific, social, political and economic factors. Examples include our use of energy, pharmaceutical drugs, water, use of non-renewable resources, and waste disposal. The laboratory emphasizes investigation of systems, collection of data and observations, and devising logical explanations. (This course cannot be used as part of a chemistry major or minor. PreK-4 early childhood education/PreK-8 special education majors may use this course to meet the physical science requirement.) Meets Scientific Discovery Intellectual Perspective requirement (SD).
This course will cover the chemistry and biochemistry behind the foods and beverages that we consume. Molecular details on the make-up of our food as well as the chemical processes that occur when we prepare food and/or beverages (preserving, marinating, cooking, brewing) will be discussed. The laboratory section will involve the investigation of food preparations as well as chemical analysis of certain foods. Meets Scientific Discovery Intellectual Perspective requirement (SD).
This course uses environmental themes in the study of the language of chemistry, atomic and molecular structure, chemical reactions and their energy changes, and mathematical relationships. Relationships between chemistry and society are explored through the concepts of sustainability and green chemistry. The laboratory program will involve investigation of environmental chemistry, analysis and interpretation of both qualitative and quantitative data, as well as communication of the results. CHE 105 can serve as a prerequisite for CHE 117 for students who have not had a previous course in chemistry or who have demonstrated the need for additional preparation in chemistry. (This course cannot be used as part of a chemistry major or minor. PreK-4 early childhood education/PreK-8 special education majors may use this course to meet the physical science requirement.) Offered fall semester. Meets Scientific Discovery Intellectual Perspective requirement (SD).
A study of the properties and the particulate nature of matter, the language of chemistry, the periodic table, atomic and molecular structure, and the energy changes that accompany chemical reactions. The laboratory program will involve investigation of chemical systems, analysis and interpretation of both qualitative and quantitative data, as well as communication of the results. CHE 111 is for students who have not had a previous course in chemistry or whose performance on a placement test has demonstrated the need for additional preparation in chemistry prior to taking CHE 117. (This course cannot be used as part of a chemistry major or minor.) Offered fall semester. Meets Scientific Discovery Intellectual Perspective requirement (SD).
A course emphasizing stoichiometry, chemical equilibria, acids and bases, chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, nuclear phenomena, and interactions of science and society. In the laboratory program students will investigate chemical systems, analyze observations and data, devise explanations, and communicate results. Meets Scientific Discovery Intellectual Perspective requirement (SD).
High school chemistry and an acceptable score on a placement test or completion of CHE 111 with a grade of C- or better. Intellectual Perspective: SD Lab Included: LB
CHE 180Inorganic Chemistry4
A study of the energetics of the bonding and reactions of inorganic compounds. Emphasis is given to the periodicity of the chemical and physical properties of the elements. Major themes of the course include effective nuclear charge, lattice energy, charge density, acid/base theories, and the descriptive chemistry of all of the elements. The laboratory includes the investigation of the energetics of reactions, the synthesis and analysis of coordination compounds, qualitative chemistry, and the communication of results.
A study of the theoretical foundation and skills necessary for the solution of problems encountered in the area of quantitative chemical analysis, including classical and modern methods. Emphasis is given to the evaluation and presentation of data, sampling, equilibrium dynamics of analytically important reactions, experimental design, volumetric techniques, absorption and emission spectroscopy, electrochemical methods, and analytical separations. Examples and laboratory exercises will include environmental air, soil and water systems.
CHE 117 , and MTH 131 , MTH 135 , MTH 150 or BIO 206 (may be
CHE 231Environmental Analysis4
A study of the theoretical foundation and skills in the area of quantitative chemical analysis, including classical and modern methods, as applied to environmental measurements. Emphasis is given to the evaluation and presentation of data, sampling, equilibrium dynamics of analytically important reactions, experimental design, volumetric techniques, absorption and emission spectroscopy, electrochemical methods, analytical separations, and field measurements. All examples and laboratory exercises will focus on environmental applications of chemical analysis.
CHE 117 , and MTH 131 , MTH 135 , MTH 150 , or BIO 206 (may be
CHE 261Organic Chemistry I4
An overview of organic chemistry. Organic molecules are compared by their functional group, focusing on nomenclature, physical properties, and the major chemical reactions used in synthesis and identification. Emphasis is also given to the areas of acidity, basicity, stereochemistry, aromaticity, and spectroscopy. Laboratory activities involve techniques for determination of physical and chemical properties, and methods of purification.
CHE 117 with a grade of C- or better. Lab Included: LB
CHE 262Organic Chemistry II4
A study of organic reactivity. This course details organic molecules by reactivity and emphasizes the differences between organic reactions. Specifically, organic reactions will be surveyed by type of reaction keying on the movement of electrons, molecular orbitals, and energetics. Spectroscopy is employed to monitor structural changes. Laboratory activities also probe the reactivity of molecules and explore the relationship between structure and reactivity.
A detailed study of the chemistry of solid state materials. In particular, this course will reinforce the concepts of crystal lattices, packing in solids, and bonding in solids. The course will also introduce the concepts of synthesis and characterization of solid materials; the electronic, magnetic, and optical properties of solids; defects and nonstoichiometry in solids; mesoporous, microporous, and nanostructured solids; and superconductivity. A research project involving the synthesis and characterization of solids materials will also be part of this course.
CHE 180 with a C- or better. Cross-Listed: MSE 320
CHE 331Biophysical Chemistry4
Biophysical chemistry is a study of the macroscopic and microscopic behavior of matter, with a focus on biochemical systems. Topics include the application of the laws of thermodynamics, kinetics, quantum mechanical models, and spectroscopy in the context of modern biochemistry/molecular biology.
A study of the behavior of matter at the macroscopic and microscopic level. Topics include thermodynamics, kinetics, quantum mechanics, and spectroscopy. Thermodynamics and kinetics focus on the macroscopic behavior of matter including the application of the laws of thermodynamics and the theory behind time-dependent processes. Quantum chemistry and spectroscopy focuses on the microscopic behavior of matter and its interaction with electromagnetic radiation. Laboratory activities demonstrate the fundamental principles of physical chemistry through spectroscopy, computational/molecular modeling and group analysis of data and/or problem sets.
CHE 117 and MTH 152 and PHY 152 with a C- or better. Lab Included: LB
CHE 340Instrumental Analysis4
A study of modern instrumentation used in the investigation of chemical systems. The theory, design, and application of spectroscopic, electrochemical, and surface analysis techniques are discussed. Basic electronics and the relationship between signal and noise are also discussed.
CHE 230 or CHE 231 and PHY 142 or PHY 152 with a C- or better. Lab Included: LB
CHE 360Polymer Chemistry4
Synthetic polymers can be found in nearly every facet of human life. The applications of organic polymers have extended from clothing to construction materials and from biomedical devices to drug delivery systems. As a result, nearly 50% of all chemists will work in polymer science in some capacity over their career. This course will educate students on multiple aspects of polymer chemistry from molecular structures to macromolecular properties to bulk applications. Focus of this course will be on nomenclature, procedures for polymer synthesis, and methods of polymer characterization. This course will also discuss polymer processing and current applications of polymeric materials.
CHE 261 with a grade of C- or better. Cross-Listed: MSE 360
CHE 375Green Chemistry4
A study of the principles, concepts, and applications of green chemistry. Particular attention will be given to industrial processes, catalysis, waste management, and renewable resources. Discussions will focus on the current literature on green chemistry. While the course does not include a laboratory, students will participate in a project that applies the principles of green chemistry to a laboratory experiment used in the chemistry curriculum. This project will serve as the culminating experience for the course.
A study of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids in a biological context. Emphasis is placed on the relationship between the structure and function of these biomolecules. Other topics include methodologies to analyze biomolecules, membranes, transport, kinetics, and biosignaling.
A course examining the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids, and the flow of biological information in organisms in detail. Specific metabolic pathways and genetic informational flow in plants and animals will be addressed.
A study of symmetry and group theory with applications to molecular orbital theory, the analysis of electronic and vibrational spectra, and reaction mechanisms. Organometallic chemistry, catalysis, and materials chemistry are also discussed.
A project-oriented course that integrates advanced synthetic and analytical methodologies. Projects may include inorganic synthesis, multi-step organic synthesis, and analysis of samples using various spectroscopy and chromatography instrumentation. This course includes participation in a weekly seminar.
CHE 180 , CHE 230 or CHE 231, CHE 261 with a C- or better. Lab Included: LB
CHE 452Advanced Lab: Research Methods2
A writing intensive course that teaches students to write like a chemist. This included writing a scientific research paper, a research proposal, and a research poster. Students participate in a pilot project to initiate their senior project and then write a proposal and poster based on this pilot project. This course includes participation in a weekly seminar.
An independent senior project that integrates previously learned techniques in the investigation of a chemical problem. After conducting the project and completing data collection, the term ends with the preparation of the senior thesis.
Activities and discussions centered on the transition of students to chemical professionals. This experience includes journal readings, exploration of careers and graduate and professional schools, field trips, summary papers and a service project. Additionally, each student creates a portfolio of chemical accomplishments.
A discussion-centered course focusing on the development of science as a way of knowing; the role of chemistry in changing scientific paradigms; and the moral and ethical responsibilities of chemists. Students are also expected to articulate their thoughts through various short writing assignments. Additionally, students will take a diagnostic chemistry examination and participate in the weekly department seminar.
Subject may be advanced biochemistry, coordination chemistry, electrochemistry, environmental chemistry, green chemistry, heterocyclic molecules, macromolecules, nuclear and radiochemistry, polymers, or solid state chemistry.
Subject may be advanced biochemistry, coordination chemistry, electrochemistry, environmental chemistry, green chemistry, heterocyclic molecules, macromolecules, nuclear and radiochemistry, polymers, or solid state chemistry.
