111 The Chemistry of Organic and Biochemical Molecules I. (4)

236 Organic Chemistry II. (4)

271 Individual Learning Project. (1-4)

276 January Term Topics. (0-4)

277 January Term Core Topics. (0-4)

320 Chemical Literature. (1)

321-326 Topics in Chemistry. (1-4)

331 Biochemistry. (4)

334 Quantum Chemistry and Structure of Matter. (4)

335 Analytical Chemistry. (4)

336 Advanced Analytical Chemistry. (4)

338 Polymer Chemistry. (4)

341 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry. (4)

350 Library Research and Seminar. (1-2)

351 Laboratory Research and Seminar. (1-4)

371 Individual Learning Project. (1-4)

375 Supervised Study. (0-4)

376 January Term Topics. (0-4)

377 January Term Core Topics. (0-4)

398 Honors Senior Essay, Research or Creative Project. (4)

Faculty: J. Brent Friesen, Robert Fulton, Kate Graham, David Huber, Henry Jakubowski, Richard Jochman, Brian Johnson, John Klassen OSB, Anna McKenna, Frank Rioux, Michael Ross, Chris Schaller, Carleen Schomer OSB, Richard White

A degree in chemistry, in addition to being an excellent preparation for industrial employment, graduate study or secondary teaching, also prepares students to apply for further study in the areas of medicine, law, business administration, government service and agriculture science. To this end, the department offers a variety of introductory and advanced courses.

The 123-234 sequence is intended primarily for students majoring in chemistry or one of the other natural sciences and provides a thorough introduction to the fundamental principles of physical and inorganic chemistry. The courses beyond 234 are intended for the students seeking a major or a minor degree in chemistry; they also serve as supporting courses for students majoring in related fields.

Students majoring in allied health fields such as nursing or dietetics should take the 111-112 sequence. It provides an introduction to inorganic, organic and biochemistry. This sequence does not meet the prerequisites for any other chemistry course.

Required Courses:

123, 234, 235, 236, 320, 333, 334, 335, 336, 341 and the equivalent of six additional upper-division credits in chemistry, two of which must be laboratory research (351, 375, 398); PHYS 191, 200; MATH 119, 120, and either 124 or 239.

Required Courses:

123, 234, 235, 236, 320, 333 or 334, 335, one credit of research (350, 351, 398) and two additional courses selected from 331, 333, 334, 336, 338 and 341; MATH 119, 120; PHYS 191, 200 (preferred) or PHYS 105, 106.

Required Courses:

123, 234, 235, 236, 320, 331, 333 or 334, 335, one credit of research (350, 351, 398); MATH 119, 120; PHYS 191, 200 (preferred) or PHYS 105, 106; BIOL 115, 116, 311, 318; one additional course selected from the following: CHEM 333 or 334, 336, 341; BIOL 307, 316

Special Requirements For All Concentrations:

Senior majors are required to give a seminar presentation on their laboratory or library research and to take a comprehensive exam in chemistry.

The minor is recommended for those students whose major interests are in other academic areas which can be strengthened by a concentration in chemistry.

Required Courses:

123, 234, 235, 236, 320, 335 and one of the following courses: 331, 333, 334 or 336.

(CHEM)

Fundamentals of chemistry are studied with the aim of gaining an understanding of the importance of chemistry for humanity and society. Topics of historical interest and current relevance are explored. Laboratory emphasis is on the principles of scientific inquiry, including the collection, analysis and interpretation of data. Intended primarily for non-science majors. Fall and spring.

An introduction to chemical principles as applied to organic and biochemical molecules. Topics include atomic theory, bonding, solutions and chemical reactions, with emphasis on application of these principles to organic and biochemical reactions. Laboratory emphasis is on the development of experimental skills, data acquisition and interpretation, and acquiring an understanding of chemical reactions. This course is intended for students majoring in allied health disciplines. Prerequisite: math proficiency. Fall.

A continuation of the study of organic and biochemical molecules, with special emphasis on carbohydrates, lipids and enzyme catalysis. Topics include the study of metabolic pathways and their regulation, the study of kinetics and thermodynamics of individual reactions, and integration of the pathways in normal and diseased states. Laboratory emphasis is on the understanding of organic molecules and reactions, and on enzyme catalysis. Prerequisites: 111 and math proficiency. Spring.

Topics include fundamentals of atomic structure, the periodic table, chemical bonding, reactions, gases and kinetic molecular theory of matter. Laboratory emphasis is on illustration of chemical principles, development of technique and gaining familiarity with chemical substances. Prerequisite: math proficiency. Fall.

176 January Term Topics. (0-3)

Study at the introductory level of a special topic not ordinarily offered during the semesters. Consult department for applicability towards major requirements. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.

177 January Term Core Topics. (0-3)  [Top]

Study at the introductory level of a special topic not ordinarily offered during the semesters. Designed to fulfill core disciplinary requirement. Consult department for applicability towards major requirements. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.

Topics include thermochemistry, kinetics, oxidation-reduction reactions, chemical equilibria (especially solubilities and acid-base systems) and descriptive inorganic chemistry. Laboratory emphasis is on illustration of chemical principles, development of technique, quantitative measurement and data analysis. Prerequisite: 123. Spring.

A systematic study of organic molecules and functional groups. Topics include nomenclature, bonding, molecular structure and reactivity, reaction mechanisms and current spectroscopic techniques. Laboratory emphasis is on purification, identification and elementary synthesis. Prerequisite: 234. Fall.

Areas included are completion of the systematic study of organic functional groups, heterocyclic chemistry, natural products chemistry and multi-step organic synthesis. Laboratory emphasis is on multi-step synthesis and spectroscopic analysis. Prerequisite: 235. Spring.

Supervised reading or research at the lower-division level. Permission of department chair required. Consult department for applicability towards major requirements. Not available to first-year students.

Study of a special topic not ordinarily offered during the semesters. Consult department for applicability towards major requirements. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.

Study of a special topic not ordinarily offered during the semesters. Designed to fulfill core disciplinary requirement. Consult department for applicability towards major requirements. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.

Introduction to searching and using chemical literature, including computer-based techniques. Prerequisite: 236. Yearly.

The chemistry department offers a series of topics courses, 321-326. These courses, offered for variable credit, cover the major areas in chemistry and are used to extend or supplement topics introduced in previous chemistry courses.

321 Topics in Computational Chemistry. (1-4)

322 Topics in Analytical Chemistry. (1-4)

323 Topics in Biochemistry. (1-4)

324 Topics in Inorganic Chemistry. (1-4)

325 Topics in Organic Chemistry. (1-4)

326 Topics in Physical Chemistry. (1-4)

A study of biological macromolecules and how they participate in binding, catalytic and regulatory reactions. Emphasis is on the role of kinetics and thermodynamics in determining the structure and function of the macromolecules, and the influence of macromolecular structure on reaction mechanisms. Laboratory emphasis is on purification and characterization of biological molecules and the study of enzyme catalysis. Prerequisites: 236 and 335. Spring.

Topics include the principles of thermodynamics applied to chemical systems, kinetic molecular theory, and chemical kinetics. Laboratory emphasis is on chemical thermodynamics and kinetics, and computer refinement of data. Prerequisites: 236, 8 credits of physics, MATH 120. Fall.

Topics include quantum theory of atomic and molecular systems, atomic and molecular spectroscopy and statistical thermodynamics. Laboratory emphasis is on computer exercises and spectroscopy. Prerequisites: 236, 8 credits in physics, MATH 120. Spring.

A study of the theories and techniques of modern analytical chemistry. Emphasis is on the kinds of chemical problems that can be explored using quantitative methods of analysis. Problem solving and quantitative reasoning skills are used to: 1) design appropriate experiments, 2) acquire and analyze data and 3) assess errors. The laboratory focuses on the separation and analysis of multi-component systems. Prerequisite: 234. Fall.

Modern theory and techniques with emphasis on instrumentation. Topics include electrolysis, pulse polarography, spectrophotometry, flame techniques and chromatography. Laboratory emphasis is on polarographic methods, advanced spectrophotometric techniques, HPLC and GC, atomic absorption and computer interfacing to instruments. Prerequisites: 335, PHYS 105 or 191. Spring.

This course explores the basic organic and physical chemistry of polymers and the polymerization process. Topics include how high molecular weight materials are synthesized, the thermodynamics and kinetics of the processes, and how these materials, once formed, behave as solids and in solution. Laboratory experiments focus on different techniques of polymerization and some physical characterization of the resultant polymers. Prerequisite: 333.

Topics include periodicity, advanced bonding theories (particularly as applied to inorganic systems), main group elements, solid state chemistry, coordination compounds, organometallic compounds and catalysis. Laboratory emphasis is on the synthesis, characterization and reactivity of inorganic compounds. Prerequisite: 333 or 334. Fall.

In-depth library research and reading primary sources on a single topic; emphasis of seminar is on comprehension and criticism. Prerequisite: 320.

Independent laboratory research experience with emphasis on modern techniques and equipment. Seminar. Prerequisite: 320.

Supervised reading or research at the upper-division level. Permission of department chair and completion and/or concurrent registration of 12 credits within the department required. Consult department for applicability towards major requirements. Not available to first-year students.

Full-time learning experience during the January Term done under the direction of a faculty moderator, often in conjunction with an off-campus supervisor. Requires permission of instructor. Not available to first-year students.

Study at the upper-division level of a special topic not ordinarily offered during the semesters. Consult department for applicability towards major requirements. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.

Study at the upper-division level of a special topic not ordinarily offered during the semesters. Designed to fulfill core disciplinary requirement. Consult department for applicability towards major requirements. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.