This course provides the theoretical basis for chemistry and related subjects, emphasizing thermodynamics, equilibrium, and chemical kinetics. Laboratory includes a combination of experimental methods for data collection using instrumentation and scientific computing for the analysis of collected data. Three hours of lecture-discussion and four hours of laboratory per week. CHEM 3400 is the physical chemistry foundation requirement for the American Chemistry Society Chemistry and Biochemistry majors.

Prerequisites

CHEM 1040 or CHEM 1050; MATH 1502. CHEM 2300 and PHYS 1620 strongly recommended

Every Fall

Previously: CHEM 3400

This course is the second of a two-semester sequence in physical chemistry covering quantum chemistry, spectroscopy, and statistical mechanics. The laboratory includes a heavy computational component along with experimental methods for data collection using instrumentation so as to compare theoretical and experimental results. Three hours of lecture-discussion and four hours of laboratory per week. CHEM 3400 and 3410 are the physical chemistry foundation requirement for the American Chemical Society Chemistry major.

Prerequisites

CHEM 3400 and MATH 1502

Every Spring

Previously: CHEM 302

This is a one-semester, foundational course in biochemistry intended for chemistry and biochemistry majors. Lecture topics covered in this course fall into three general areas: (1) structure, function, and reactivity of biological macromolecules, (2) cellular metabolism and metabolic cycles, and (3) the central dogma of molecular biology. Laboratory is intended to expose students to a variety of biochemical techniques and applications.

Prerequisites

CHEM 2110

Every Fall

Previously: CHEM 305

This course is an introduction to some of the important concepts in Polymer Chemistry and Materials Science. The objectives of this chemistry/engineering course is to build the foundations for understanding the basic scientific and engineering principles used in the polymer industry. Topics will include: a historical perspective into polymer science, polymer synthesis (step, chain, and ring opening), structure-property relationships, molecular weight distribution, conformation and morphology correlations, application based design, and manufacturing/processing techniques.  In the lab portion of the class, the chemical, mechanical, optical, thermal, spectroscopic, and environmental properties of polymer materials will be characterized using a variety of instrumental techniques.

Prerequisites

CHEM 2110

Every other Interim

Previously: CHEM 351

Consult the department chair for a listing of available opportunities. Plans for an internship must be made well in advance of the term in which the internship is to be carried out.  Additional fees may apply.

Prerequisites

Permission of the Instructor

Every Fall and Spring

Previously: CHEM 395

This course offers the opportunity to engage in experimental research with a faculty mentor. One credit hour will require four hours of laboratory work per week for the semester plus a comprehensive report, a departmental seminar, and if appropriate a presentation at a scientific meeting. This course designation is normally not used to replace a traditional course.

Prerequisites

Permission of the Instructor

Every Falll, Interim, and Spring

Previously: CHEM 399