(CHE) Chemistry
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CHE 100 - Introductory Chemistry (3 credits)
Prerequisite: proficiency in basic algebra
Selected fundamental principles of general chemistry for students who have not had high school chemistry and for those who need a review before taking other chemistry courses. [Does not include laboratory instruction and does not fulfill any requirements in the Chemistry program.] 3 lecture hours
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CHE 101 - General Chemistry I (4 credits)
Prerequisite: MAT 135
Corequisite: ENG 101
Basic concepts and theoretical principles of modern chemistry. Topics include stoichiometry; atomic theory and the structure of matter; periodic table; chemical bonding; kinetic-molecular theory and the states of matter; gas laws; solutions; oxidation-reduction; and acid-base systems. Lab work introduces the use of computers for data collection and analysis. 2 lecture/1 recitation/3 laboratory hours
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CHE 102 - General Chemistry II (4 credits)
Prerequisite: CHE 101 with a minimum C grade or permission
Corequisite: MAT 146 or approved equivalent
Theoretical and practical aspects of kinetics; simple and ionic chemical equilibria; thermodynamics; spectrophotometry; electrochemistry; nuclear chemistry; and the major families of chemical elements with emphasis on the transition elements. Lab work includes qualitative cation and anion analysis plus additional computer applications for data collection and analysis. 2 lecture/1 recitation/3 laboratory hours
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CHE 105 - Agricultural Chemistry (3 credits)
Corequisite: MAT 037 (or MAT 037A and 037B) or proficiency in basic algebra
Introductory course with emphasis on topics needed for an understanding of the basic chemistry of agriculture. [Fall offering] 2 lecture/3 laboratory hours
CHE 106 - Chemical Science Concepts (3 credits)
Prerequisite: MAT 037 (or MAT 037A and 037B) or proficiency in basic algebra
Corequisite: ENG 101
Fundamental topics in chemistry and biology are introduced utilizing forensics to explore basic science concepts. Topics include general, organic, and biochemistry, and general and molecular biology. Lab experiments integrate case-study analyses and modern instrumentation with techniques in enzymology, chromatography, microscopy, fingerprinting, DNA analysis, and serology. Prepares the student for informed engagement in society by providing scientific knowledge on which attitudes and opinions can be developed. 2 lecture/2 laboratory hours
CHE 107 - General and Physiological Chemistry (4 credits)
Prerequisites: high school chemistry or CHE 100; MAT 037 (or MAT 037A and 037B) or equivalent
Introduction to basic chemical and physical principles and their applications to life processes. Lab exercises illustrate these principles and the behavior of physiologically significant materials. 2 lecture/1 recitation/2 laboratory hours
CHE 201 - Organic Chemistry I (5 credits)
Prerequisite: CHE 102 with a minimum C grade
Theoretical principles of reaction mechanisms and the synthesis of important classes of organic compounds. Topics include stereoisomerism; alcohols; ethers; nucleophilic substitution; elimination reactions; and instrumental methods. Lab work introduces the synthesis, purification, separation and identification of organic compounds. 3 lecture/4 laboratory hours
CHE 202 - Organic Chemistry II (5 credits)
Prerequisite: CHE 201 with a minimum C grade
Follows CHE 201 with increased emphasis on spectroscopy and mechanisms. Topics include aromatic compounds; electrophilic substitution reactions; carbonyl chemistry; carboxylic acid derivatives, amines, carbohydrates and proteins. Lab work includes methods of synthesis, purification, and spectroscopic identification of organic compounds. 3 lecture/4 laboratory hours
CHE 205 - Analytical Chemistry (4 credits)
Prerequisite: CHE 102 with a minimum C grade, MAT 146
Theory and methods of quantitative chemical analysis including gravimetric, volumetric, and certain instrumental approaches. Topics considered include ionic equilibria, oxidation and reduction, precipitation and complex formation, and optical analysis techniques. 3 lecture/3 laboratory hours
CHE 210 - Instrumental Analysis (4 credits)
Prerequisites: MAT 146 or approved equivalent, CHE 102 with a minimum C grade
Principles and application of some instrumental methods of chemical analysis including potentiometric titrations, conductance, electrodeposition, polarography, amperometric titrations, spectrophotometry, nuclear magnetic resonance, atomic absorption, and gas and liquid chromatography. 3 lecture/3 laboratory hours
CHE 281 - Cooperative Education -- Chemical Laboratory Technology (3 credits)
Prerequisites: sophomore status, minimum 2.5 GPA, and permission of the chemistry coordinator
Supervised work in a scientific research or testing laboratory, where students learn how the technician contributes to the overall project and how the project team collaborates to fulfill its objectives. Emphasizes the development of lab skills and safety procedures. 1 lecture/180 work experience hours
CHE 272 - Cooperative Education II (1 credit)
CHE 282 - Cooperative Education III (1 credit)
Prerequisite: CHE 281
Continuation of CHE 281 with the exception that there will be no one-hour seminar each week and the student will earn one credit for a total of 90 hours of work for each course.
CHE 293 - Honors Research in Chemistry I (2 credits)
Prerequisites: BIO 102 and CHE 102, minimum 3.0 GPA in biology and chemistry courses, and faculty approval
Under the guidance of an area sponsor in an industrial or academic environment, students participate in a chemistry research project. Requires a written and oral presentation to students and faculty. [Fulfills a technical elective requirement in the Biology and Chemistry programs.] 6 laboratory hours per week
CHE 294 - Honors Research in Chemistry II (2 credits)
Prerequisite: CHE 303
Under the guidance of an area sponsor in an industrial or academic environment, students participate in a chemistry research project. Requires a written report and oral presentation to students and faculty. [Fulfills a technical elective requirement in the Biology and Chemistry programs.] 6 laboratory hours per week
CHE 295 - Honors Research in Chemistry III (2 credits)
Prerequisite: CHE 304
Continuation of CHE 304 for students who are participating in a third semester of research at a cooperating academic or industrial laboratory. Requires a written report and oral presentation at the conclusion of the project period. [Fulfills a technical elective requirement in the Biology and Chemistry programs.] 6 laboratory hours per week
CHE 296 - Honors Research in Chemistry IV (2 credits)
Prerequisite: CHE 305
Continuation of CHE 305 for students who are participating in a fourth semester of research at a cooperating academic or industrial laboratory. Requires a written report and oral presentation at the conclusion of the project period. [Fulfills a technical elective requirement in the Biology and Chemistry programs.] 6 laboratory hours per week
