13 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 1000♦Chemistry Problem Solving2
Chemistry Problem Solving is a review of the mathematic tools and quantitative reasoning necessary for interpreting and solving problems in general chemistry, physics and science more broadly. Topics include numbers; scientific notation; measured quantities; units and dimensional analysis; equations; equation-solving strategies; change and rate quantities; graphs; linear equations; power, polynomial and quadratic equations; exponential equations; logarithmic equations; inverse equations; probability; distributions; statistics of scientific data sets; modeling data and best-fit curves; and data analysis with spreadsheet and graphing applications. Examples exercises and applications are drawn from the full range of topics in general chemistry.
Introduction to Chemistry I will examine atomic and molecular structure; nuclear chemistry; bonding; equation writing and stoichiometry; compound classification; gas, liquid, and solid states; solutions; acids and bases; basics of organic and analytical chemistry; organic compound families, in particular hydrocarbons and alcohols; and qualitative and quantitative analytical methods. You will be responsible for topics covered in your textbook as well as additional materials available in the online Course Modules and the experiments.
All required math learning support courses, ENGL 0870 , READ 0870 , or appropriate entrance scores.
CHEM 1020♦Introduction to Chemistry II4
Introduction to Chemistry II examines organic compound families, in particular carboxylic acid, aldehydes, ketones, amines, amides, esters and ethers; major classes of bio-organic molecules including lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, and nucleic acids; and metabolism.
Survey of Chemistry is designed for non-technical and allied health majors. This course includes a survey of general chemistry principles, the nomenclature and reactions of selected organic functional groups and concludes with topics directly related to biochemistry and the chemistry of life. The lab component introduces students to scientific measurements and to selected chemical experiments.
ENGL 0870 , READ 0870 , and all required math learning support courses.
CHEM 1110♦General Chemistry I4
General Chemistry I is the first half of general chemistry methods and models, the science of the structure and reactions of matter. The course adheres to the standards and topics of the American Chemical Society (ACS) General Chemistry first term. Students whose program of study requires only one chemistry course should consider taking CHEM 1060 , Survey of Chemistry. General Chemistry I includes scientific method; measurement and data analysis; properties of matter and energy; structure and properties of atoms; chemical nomenclature and composition; chemical bonding; molecular structure; molecular interactions; properties of solids, liquids, gases and aqueous solutions; chemical energy and calorimetry; chemical reaction quantities; and properties of acid-base, ion-precipitation and redox reactions. The laboratory methods and techniques include: measure and dispense liquids with volumetric glassware; weigh materials with digital balances; separate materials by gravity and vacuum filtration; dissolve and precipitate solids; dilute and mix solutions; centrifuge solutions; measure light absorbance and concentration by spectrophotometry; use pH meters and indicators; perform analytical titrations; generate and collect gases in reactions; control heating plate, gas flame and oven heat sources; measure temperature and heat exchange in calorimetry; measure voltage and current in electrochemical processes; and complete worksheets with calculations and data analysis for each experiment.
MATH 1710 or higher level math courses, or CHEM 1000 , or ACT Math subscore of 22 or higher, or departmental approval through placement testing.
CHEM 1120♦General Chemistry II4
General Chemistry II is the second half of a course in the methods and models of general chemistry, the science of the structure and reactions of matter. This course adheres to the standards and topics of the American Chemical Society (ACS) General Chemistry Second Term. General Chemistry II includes phase change and equilibrium; solution equilibrium; chemical reaction rates and kinetics; molecular collisions and reaction mechanisms; chemical equilibrium and equilibrium shift; entropy, free energy, and chemical thermodynamics; acid and base equilibrium; acid-base buffers and neutralization; ionic solubility and precipitation equilibrium; and electrochemical equilibrium. The laboratory methods and techniques include: measure and dispense liquids with volumetric glassware; weigh materials with digital balances; separate materials by gravity and vacuum filtration; dissolve and precipitate solids; dilute and mix solutions; centrifuge solutions; measure light absorbance and concentration by spectrophotometry; use pH meters and indicators; perform analytical titrations; generate and collect gases in reactions; control heating plate, gas flame, and oven heat sources; measure temperature and heat exchange in calorimetry; measure voltage and current in electrochemical processes; and complete worksheets with calculations and data analysis for each experiment.
Forensic Chemistry is the study of the application of science to law. This course applies the knowledge and technology of science to criminal and civil laws. Course topics include history and development of forensic science; processing the crime scene; common types of physical evidence; organic and inorganic analysis; the microscope; drugs; toxicology; the chemistry of fire; serology; DNA; fingerprints; and other forensic-related topics.
All required math learning support courses, ENGL 0870 , and READ 0870 .
CHEM 2010♦Organic Chemistry I4
Organic Chemistry I is an examination of the compounds of carbon, including the uniqueness of carbon bonding and molecular structure. Coverage includes nomenclature and reactions of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, alcohols and ethers. Small-scale laboratory synthesis of organic molecules and instrumental methods include nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), infrared (IR) and mass spectrometry (MS). Analytical methods also include various methods of chromatography.
Organic Chemistry II continues with the study of structures, nomenclature, preparations and reactions of arenes, phenols, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, amines and complex molecules such as lipids, carbohydrates, amino acids, arenes, phenols, proteins and drugs. Small-scale laboratory synthesis of organic molecules and instrumental methods include nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), infrared (IR) and mass spectrometry (MS). Analytical methods also include various methods of chromatography.
Environmental Chemistry is a one-semester course exploring the fundamental chemistry of water, air, and soil with emphasis on their roles in environmental systems. Students will examine the sources, behavior, and impacts of environmental pollutants, as well as the chemical principles and analytical techniques used to assess and monitor environmental quality.
Quantitative Analysis is the science of identifying and quantifying the chemical species in materials. Quantitative analytical chemistry is an experimental science focused on laboratory work and data analysis. The course includes these broad categories of modern experimental chemistry: laboratory methods, data analysis, equilibrium, spectroscopy, electrochemistry, and separations.
CHEM 2550♦Integrated Chemical Laboratory Analysis5
Integrated Chemical Laboratory Analysis is designed to provide the student with an introduction to advanced chemical laboratory techniques including various instrumental, spectroscopic and chromatographic molecular analytical methods to include Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FT-IR), Mass Spectroscopy (MS), Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), Chromatography and an overview of metabolomics and characterization of cell metabolites. The course will be problem-based with students working in teams to identify a myriad of known and unknown compounds in the environment. The laboratory component will include five lab hours per week.
Special Topics in Chemistry emphasizes independent study and is designed to enhance the student’s problem-solving skills in the analysis of chemical and chemically-related systems. This course may be repeated for credit when content varies.
