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.
Every Fall
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.
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.
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.
Every other Interim
Previously: CHEM 351
Chemistry or Biochemistry majors may be involved in a research project being conducted by the supervising faculty member. Students will meet regularly with the faculty member, read relevant research articles and perform experiments to collect and analyze data.
Every Fall, Interim, Spring, and Summer
Previously: CHEM 392
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.
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.
Permission of the Instructor
Every Falll, Interim, and Spring
Previously: CHEM 399