- The studies begun in CHE 301 continue in this course. Typical topics explored include the synthesis and reactions of aromatic compounds, alcohols, ethers, carbonyl compounds, and amines. An emphasis is placed on the functional groups involved in the chemistry of biological molecules.
This course in organic chemistry begins with atomic structure and builds through functional group chemistry. The interactions between structure, reactivity, and synthesis strategy are stressed.Typical topics include atomic and molecular structure; stereochemistry; reaction mechanisms; organic spectroscopy; and the chemistry of alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes.
- This course is the study of the chemistry of life, exploring the molecular interactions of biomolecules.
- Physical chemistry involves the study of the structures, physical properties, and interactions of individual molecules and collections of molecules. This first course includes introductions to thermodynamics and quantum mechanics as well as to spectroscopy, electrolyte chemistry, and kinetics.
- CHE 122 is the second semester of the "mainstream" General Chemistry course. It consists of both lecture and laboratory sections. Throughout the course we will build on material learned in CHE 121. A general goal of this course is to teach students ways of asking and answering questions about chemical phenomena that strengthens understanding and use of the scientific method and the discipline of chemistry. The course will examine scientific issues related to examining the issues associated with global warming. Study in this course will guide students through the biochemical processes of photosynthesis and fermentation, the chemical processes of combustion and oxidation-reduction, and the environmental effects of acid rain produced by sulfur and nitrogen oxide by-products of pollution. In coming to understand more fully the chemistry of these processes, you will explore practical applications of light and its interaction with matter, the first, second and third laws of thermodynamics, as well electrochemistry, chemical equilibrium, kinetics and acid-base chemistry.
- Fundamentals of General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry -- An introduction for the non-science major to the basic principles of chemistry will be accomplished in this course. Topics from general chemistry include scientific measurement, chemical nomenclature, atomic structure, chemical energy, stoichiometry, chemical bonding, solutions, acids and bases, and buffers. Special attention will be given to structures and reactions of organic compounds. Biochemistry will be introduced through the study of proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, and metabolism. The course was designed for students who have little or no background in chemistry. It is especially appropriate for students interested in allied-health fields, such as nursing.
- Principles, concepts, and methods that are basic to the study of chemistry are introduced in this first course in General Chemistry. Typical topics include inorganic nomenclature; atomic structure; stoichiometry; chemical bonding; gases, liquids, and solids; chemical bonding; and solutions. The course includes one laboratory period per week that emphasizes methods of chemical inquiry.
