Course Offerings
105. Introduction to Chemistry (I; 3, 3)
A terminal elementary course covering in-depth selected topics, which may vary from year to year. Satisfies laboratory science requirement for Bachelor of Arts students not majoring in science or engineering. Not open to students who have taken CHEM 160. Prerequisite: seniors by permission only.
160. Introduction to Environmental Chemistry (II; 3, 3)
One semester terminal course in chemistry. Basic chemical concepts as they relate to chemical behavior, toxicity, and effects in the environment. Case studies are used to illustrate concepts. Satisfies laboratory science requirement for Bachelor of Arts students not majoring in science or engineering. Laboratory will emphasize techniques used for environmental analysis. Not open to students who have taken CHEM 201, CHEM 202 or CHEM 211. Seniors by permission only.
201. 202. General Chemistry (I and II; 3, 3)
Fundamental principles in inorganic chemistry. Atomic structure, bonding, equilibrium, kinetics, etc. Laboratory experiments are both qualitative and quantitative. CHEM 201 is a prerequisite for CHEM 202. Credit not normally given for both CHEM 201 and CHEM 221 nor is credit normally given for CHEM 202 and CHEM 221 or CHEM 231.
211. Organic Chemistry I (I; 4, 4)
First-year, first-semester course for students majoring in chemistry, biochemistry, and biology. Bonding and structure in organic compounds, resonance, organic acid/base reactions, basic nomenclature, conformational analysis, stereochemistry, properties and reactions of functional groups. Prerequisite: high school chemistry or equivalent.
212. Organic Chemistry II (II; 4, 4)
A continuation of CHEM 211 with focus on properties and reactions of functional groups, synthesis, and spectroscopic analysis. Prerequisite: CHEM 211.
221. Inorganic Chemistry I (I; 2, 4)
Introduction to structures, bonding theories, and reactivity of inorganic systems. Introductory thermodynamics and kinetics. Emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning in workshops and laboratory. Prerequisite: CHEM 212 or permission of the instructor.
222. Accelerated General Chemistry: Inorganic (II; 3, 3)
Atomic structure and introductory quantum mechanics. Molecular structure and theories of bonding. Introductory thermodynamics and kinetics. Introduction to coordination chemistry. Laboratory: introduction to quantitative techniques. Prerequisite: chemical engineering students. All others by permission of the instructor.
231. Analytical Chemistry I (II; 3, 4)
Chemical equilibrium and modern analysis with an emphasis on acid-base systems, solubility, metal ion determinations, electroanalytical chemistry, spectrophotometry, and separation methods. Prerequisite: CHEM 221 or CHEM 222.
304. X-ray Crystallography (I or II) Half to full course.
Independent study. Symmetry (point, plane, and space groups), diffraction (reciprocal space, precession photographs, automated data collection) and structural solution (Patterson Maps, Electron Density Maps, Refinement). Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.
313. Synthetic Organic Chemistry (I or II; 3, 0)
Modern synthetic organic chemistry, with examples involving complex natural products. Application of organic mechanism, synthetic strategy, and advanced transformations to total synthesis. Prerequisite: CHEM 212.
314. Mechanistic Organic Chemistry (I or II; 3, 0)
Thermal and kinetic aspects of organic reactions are discussed along with the effect of substituents, solvents, and stereochemistry on reaction pathways. Qualitative molecular orbit theory of organic compounds is covered in depth. Weekly problem sessions are held. Prerequisites: CHEM 211 and CHEM 212.
317. Special Topics in Organic Chemistry (I or II; R; 4, 0)
Available by independent study. Prerequisites: CHEM 212 and permission of the instructor.
322. Inorganic Chemistry II (II; 3, 4)
Survey course in modern inorganic chemistry covering transition metal, coordination, organometallic, and bioinorganic chemistry. Laboratory will consist of synthetic and physical measurements as well as the manipulation of air-sensitive materials. Prerequisite: CHEM 231.
327. Special Topics in Inorganic Chemistry (I or II; R; 4, 0)
Topics vary. Available by independent study. Prerequisite: CHEM 221.
332. Analytical Chemistry II (I; 3, 4)
Theory and practice of techniques of instrumental analysis including spectrophotometry, fluorescence, mass spectrometry, atomic absorption, chromatography, capillary electrophoresis, and dynamic electrochemistry. Prerequisite: CHEM 231.
337. Special Topics in Analytical Chemistry (I or II; 4, 0)
Available by independent study. Prerequisites: CHEM 231 and permission of the instructor.
340. Biological Physical Chemistry (II; 3, 4)
Introduction to physical chemistry for life science students, with emphasis on thermodynamics, hydrodynamics and spectroscopy. Not open to B.S. chemistry majors. Prerequisites: CHEM 231, MATH 201, and PHYS 211. MATH 202 and PHYS 212 are recommended.
341. Physical Chemistry I (I; 3, 4)
Introductory physical chemistry with emphasis on thermodynamics, kinetics, and electrochemistry. Prerequisites: CHEM 231, MATH 211, and PHYS 212. Not open to engineering majors.
342. Physical Chemistry II (II; 3, 4)
Introductory physical chemistry with emphasis on quantum mechanics, structure and bonding, molecular spectroscopy and statistical mechanics. The customized laboratory experience will emphasize applications of spectroscopy and computational methods. Prerequisite: CHEM 341.
343. Physical Chemistry for Engineers (I; 3, 1)
Introductory physical chemistry for engineers with emphasis on thermodynamics, chemical kinetics and electrochemistry. Prerequisites: CHEM 231, MATH 211, PHYS 211. Only open to engineering majors.
347. Special Topics in Physical Chemistry (I or II; 4, 0)
Available by independent study. Prerequisites: CHEM 231 and permission of the instructor.
351. Biochemistry I (I; 4, 0)
Introduction to biological chemistry with emphasis on the structure and function of proteins, lipids, carbohydrates and nucleic acids, kinetics and mechanisms of enzymes, bioenergetics, and metabolism. Prerequisites: CHEM 212 and either CHEM 231 or CHEM 202.
352. Biochemistry II (II; 4, 0)
Advanced topics in protein structure and function, protein folding, enzyme mechanisms, electron transport and free-energy coupling mechanisms, biosynthesis, metabolic regulation, and supramolecular assemblies. Prerequisite: CHEM 351 or permission of the instructor.
357. Special Topics in Biochemistry (I or II; 3, 1)
Structure/function relationships and dynamics of biomolecules. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.
358. Biochemical Methods (II; 2, 0)
A course in laboratory techniques including cell fractionation, protein, and nucleic acid analysis. Spectrophotometry, chromatography, centrifugation, electrophoresis, and mass spectrometry are emphasized. Prerequisites: BIOL 205 and CHEM 351 and permission of the instructor. Crosslisted as BIOL 340.
360. Advanced Environmental Chemistry (I; 4, 0)
Chemistry of the atmosphere, hydrosphere and lithosphere. Natural processes and anthropogenic effects will be discussed. Prerequisite: CHEM 231 or permission of the instructor.
371. Senior Seminar (I and II; R; 1, 0) Quarter Course.
Formal oral presentations on current research will be given by students, faculty and visiting scientists. Prerequisite: participation in an approved research project or independent study for seniors or second term juniors only.
375. 376. Undergraduate Research (I and II; R; 0, 6-24) Half to two courses.
Original investigations in analytical, biological, organic, physical, environmental, or inorganic chemistry.
385. 386. Seminar (I and II; R; 2, 0) Half course.
