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Undergraduate Record 2014-2015 [ARCHIVED RECORD]
Course Descriptions
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Biology |
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BIOL 4918 - Independent Research VIII
Independent research under the guidance of a departmental faculty member. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission and BIOL 4917
Credits: 2
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BIOL 4920 - Independent Research in Biology
Independent research for qualified undergraduates under the direction of a faculty member within the Biology Department.
Prerequisite: Instructor Permission
Credits: 2
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BIOL 4993 - Independent Study In Biology
Tutorial or seminar course that allows intensive study of the literature in a particular area of biology under the guidance of a Biology faculty member.
Credits: 1 to 3
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BIOL 4994 - Independent Study in Biology
Independent study for qualified undergraduates under the direction of a faculty member. Prerequisite: Instructor permission and BIOL 4993.
Credits: 1 to 3
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BIOL 4995 - Independent Study
Independent study for qualified undergraduates under the direction of a faculty member.
Credits: 1 to 3
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Biomedical Engineering |
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BME 2000 - Biomedical Engineering Design and Discovery
Provides overview of the BME discipline and major sub-disciplines (biomechanics, genetic engineering, tissue engineering, bioelectricity, imaging, cellular engineering, computational systems biology), covers conceptual and detail design processes, and introduces quantitative tools utilized throughout the BIOM curriculum. A major focus of the class will be formulation and execution of a design project. Prerequisite: BME 2101, BME 3315, AND second-year status in Biomedical Engineering OR instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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BME 2101 - Physiology I for Engineers
We learn how excitable tissue, nerves and muscle, and the cardiovascular and respiratory systems function. You will develop an understanding of mechanisms, with an introduction to structure, an emphasis on quantitative analysis, and integration of hormonal and neural regulation and control. Prerequisites: intro courses in biology, chemistry, physics & calculus (BIOL 2010, CHEM 1610, PHYS 1425, APMA 1110 or similar) or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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BME 2102 - Physiology II
Introduces the physiology of the kidney, salt and water balance, gastrointestinal system, endocrine system, and central nervous system, with reference to diseases and their pathophysiology. (Circulation and respiration are covered in the fall semester course, BME 2101). Prerequisite: BME 2101 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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BME 2104 - Cell and Molecular Biology for Engineers
Introduces the fundamentals of cell structure and function, emphasizing the techniques and technologies available for the study of cell biology. A problem-based approach is used to motivate each topic. Divided into three general sections: cell structure and function includes cell chemistry, organelles, enzymes, membranes, membrane transport, intracellular compartments and adhesion structures; energy flow in cells concentrates on the pathways of glycolysis and aerobic respiration; information flow in cells focuses on modern molecular biology and genetic engineering, and includes DNA replication, the cell cycle, gene expression, gene regulation, and protein synthesis. Also presents specific cell functions, including movement, the cytoskeleton and signal transduction. Prerequisite: CHEM 1610 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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BME 2220 - Biomechanics
Introduction to principles of continuum mechanics of biological tissues and systems. Topics include development of selected fundamental methods and results from statics and strength of materials, continuum mechanics, free-body diagrams, and constitutive equations of biological materials. Properties of blood vessels, heart, bone, cartilage, ligaments, tendons, blood, and other tissues. Mechanical basis and effects of pathology and trauma. Prerequisites: APMA 2130, BME 2101, or permission of instructor
Credits: 3
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BME 2315 - Computational Biomedical Engineering
Introduces computational techniques for solving biomedical engineering problems & constructing models of biologic processes. Numerical techniques include regression, interpolation, differentiation, integration, root finding, systems of equations, optimization and approaches to ordinary differential equations. Applications include bioreactors, biotransport, pharmacokinetics & biomechanics. Prereq: APMA 2120 & CS 1110; recommended co-req APMA 2130.
Credits: 3
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BME 3080 - Biomedical Engineering Integrated Design and Experimental Analysis (IDEAS) Laboratory I
First half of a year-long course to integrate concepts and skills from prior courses in order to formulate and solve problems in biomedical systems, including experimental design, performance, and analysis. Lab modules include testing in tissues/cells and manipulation of molecular constituents of living systems to determine their structural and functional characteristics for design of therapeutic or measurement systems. Methods include biochemical, physiological, cell biology, mechanical, electrical and computer, systems, chemical, imaging, and other approaches. Prerequisite: APMA 2120, APMA 2130, APMA 3110, BME 2101, BME 2104, and BME 2220, or instructor permission; corequisite: BME 3310 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4
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BME 3090 - Biomedical Engineering Integrated Design and Experimental Analysis (IDEAS) Laboratory II
Second half of a year-long course to integrate the concepts and skills from prior courses in order to formulate and solve problems in biomedical systems, including experimental design, performance, and analysis. Lab modules include testing in tissues/cells and manipulation of molecular constituents of living systems to determine their structural and functional characteristics and to design measurement or therapeutic systems. Methods include biochemical, physiological, cell biology, mechanical, electrical and computer, systems, chemical, imaging, and other approaches. Prerequisite: BIOM 3080 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4
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BME 3240 - Biotransport
Biotransport in biological living systems is a fundamental phenomenon important in all aspects of the life cycle. Course will introduce principles and application of fluid and mass transport processes in cell, tissue and organ systems. Topics include, introduction to physiological fluid mechanics in the circulation and tissue, fundamentals of mass transport in biological systems, effects of mass transport and biochemical interactions at the cell and tissue scales, and fluid and mass transport in organs.
Credits: 3
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BME 3310 - Biomedical Systems Analysis and Design
Presents the analytical tools used to model signals and linear systems. Specific biomedical engineering examples include multicompartment modeling of drug delivery, modeling of dynamic biomechanical systems, and electrical circuit models of excitable cells. Major topics include terminology for signals and systems, convolution, continuous time Fourier transforms, Laplace transforms, electrical circuits with applications to bioinstrumentation and biosystems modeling, and applications of linear system theory. Students cannot receive credit for both this course and ECE 3750. Prerequisite: APMA 2130, CS 1110 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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BME 3636 - Neural Network Models of Cognition and Brain Computation
An introductory course to neural networks research, specifically biologically-based networks that reproduce cognitive phenomena. The goal of this course is to teach the basic thinking and methodologies used in constructing and understanding neural-like networks. Cross-listed as NESC 5330. CS 1110; and BIOM 2101; or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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BME 4063 - Biomedical Engineering Capstone Design I
A year-long design project in biomedical engineering required for BME majors. Students select, formulate, and solve a design problem either for a device or system ‘design & build’ project or a ‘design of experiment’ research project. Projects use conceptual design, skills obtained in the integrated lab, and substantial literature and patent reviews. Projects may be sponsored by BME faculty, medical doctors, and/or companies. Students may work on their own with outside team members when appropriate or with other SEAS students in integrative teams. Prerequisite: APMA 2120, 2130, 3110, BME 2101, 2104, 3080, 3310, fourth-year standing in BME major, or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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BME 4064 - Biomedical Engineering Capstone Design II
A year-long design project in biomedical engineering required for BME majors. Students select, formulate, and solve a design problem either for a device or system ‘design & build’ project or a ‘design of experiment’ research project. Projects use conceptual design, skills obtained in the integrated lab, and substantial literature and patent reviews. Projects may be sponsored by BME faculty, medical doctors, and/or companies. Students may work on their own with outside team members when appropriate or with other SEAS students in integrative teams. Prerequisite: APMA 2120, 2130, 3110, BME 2101, 2104, 3080, 3310, fourth-year standing in BME major, or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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BME 4280 - Motion Biomechanics
Focuses on the study of forces (and their effects) that act on the musculoskeletal structures of the human body. Based on the foundations of functional anatomy and engineering mechanics (rigid body and deformable approaches); students are exposed to clinical problems in orthopedics and rehabilitation. Prerequisite: BME 2101, 2220, or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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BME 4414 - Biomaterials
This course will provide an introduction to biomaterials science and biological interactions with materials, including an overview of biomaterials testing and characterization. The emphasis of this course, however, will be on emerging novel strategies and design considerations of biomaterials. Areas of concentration will include the use of polymers and ceramics in biomaterials today, drug delivery applications, tissue engineering from both an orthopaedic and vascular perspective, and nanotechnology related to biomaterials. Specific attention will also be paid to the in vitro and in vivo testing of biomaterials, and a review of current research in the field. Prerequisite: BME 2101, BME 2104 or equivalent, 3rd or 4th year standing, or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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BME 4417 - Tissue Engineering
Introduces the fundamental principles of tissue engineering. Topics include: tissue organization and dynamics, cell and tissue characterization, cell-matrix interactions, transport processes in engineered tissues, biomaterials and biological interfaces, stem cells and interacting cell fate processes, and tissue engineering methods. Examples of tissue engineering approaches for regeneration of cartilage, bone, ligament, tendons, skin and liver are presented. Prerequisite: APMA 2130, BME 2101, and BME 2104 or equivalent, or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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BME 4550 - Special Topics in Biomedical Engineering
Applies engineering science, design methods, and system analysis to developing areas and current problems in biomedical engineering. Topics vary by semester. Recent topics include Medical Imaging Systems Theory, BME Advanced Design, BME Electronics Lab, and Systems Biology Modeling and Experimentation. Prerequisite: third- or fourth-year standing and instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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BME 4641 - Bioelectricity
Studies the biophysical mechanisms governing production and transmission of bioelectric signals, measurement of these signals and their analysis in basic and clinical electrophysiology. Introduces the principles of design and operation of therapeutic medical devices used in the cardiovascular and nervous systems. Includes membrane potential, action potentials, channels and synaptic transmission, electrodes, electroencephalography, electromyography, electrocardiography, pacemakers, defibrillators, and neural assist devices. Prerequisite: BME 3310 or ECE 2630, BME 2101, or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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BME 4783 - Medical Imaging Modalities
An overview of modern medical imaging modalities with regard to the physical basis of image acquisition and methods of image reconstruction. Topics cover the basic engineering and physical principles underlying the major medical imaging modalities: x-ray (plain film, mammography, and computed tomography (CT)), nuclear medicine (positron-emission tomography (PET) and single-photo-emission computed tomography (SPECT)), ultrasound, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Prerequisite: BME 3310 or ECE 3750, or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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BME 4784 - Medical Image Analysis
Introduces the fundamental principles of medical image analysis and visualization. Focuses on the processing and analysis of ultrasound, MR, and X-ray images for the purpose of quantitation and visualization to increase the usefulness of modern medical image data. Includes image perception and enhancement, 2-D Fourier transform, spatial filters, segmentation, and pattern recognition. A weekly lab develops skill in computer image analysis with the KHOROS system. Prerequisite: BME 3310, ECE 3750, or instructor permission.
Credits: 4
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BME 4806 - Biomedical Applications of Genetic Engineering
Provides biomedical engineers with a grounding in molecular biology and a working knowledge of recombinant DNA technology, thus establishing a basis for the evaluation and application of genetic engineering in whole animal systems. Beginning with the basic principles of cell structure and function, this course examines the use of molecular methods to study gene expression and its critical role in health and disease. Topics include DNA replication, transcription, translation, methods for studying genes and gene expression at the mRNA and protein levels, methods for mutating genes and introducing genes into cells, methods for creating genetically-engineered mice and methods for accomplishing gene therapy by direct in vivo gene transfer. Prerequisite: BME 2101, 2102, and 2104, or CHE 2246, and third- or fourth-year standing, or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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BME 4890 - Nanomedicine
Students will design treatment strategies for cancer and cardiovascular disease based on molecular bioengineering principles. Special topics will include design of nanoparticle drug and gene delivery platforms, materials biocompatibility, cancer immunotherapy, and molecular imaging. Prerequisite: BME 2104 or CHE 2246, BME 2220, fourth-year standing, or instructor permission; Recommended: BME 2240
Credits: 3
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BME 4993 - Independent Study
In-depth study of a biomedical engineering area by an individual student in close collaboration with a departmental faculty member. Requires advanced analysis of a specialized topic in biomedical engineering that is not covered by current offerings. Requires faculty contact time and assignments comparable to regular course offerings. Prerequisite: instructor permission.
Credits: 1 to 3
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BME 4995 - Biomedical Engineering Advanced Projects
A year-long research project in biomedical engineering conducted in consultation with a department faculty advisor; usually related to ongoing faculty research. Includes the design, execution, and analysis of experimental laboratory work and computational or theoretical computer analysis of a problem. Requires a comprehensive report of the results. Prerequisite: third- or fourth-year standing, and instructor permission.
Credits: 1 to 3
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Bulgarian |
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BULG 1210 - Introduction to Bulgarian Language
Introduces students to the essentials of Bulgarian grammar with emphasis on speaking and reading. Prerequisite: Instructor permission; some knowledge of Russian recommended.
Credits: 3
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BULG 1220 - Introduction to Bulgarian Language
Introduces students to the essentials of Bulgarian grammar with emphasis on speaking and reading. Prerequisite: Instructor permission; some knowledge of Russian recommended.
Credits: 3
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Business |
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BUS 3420 - Commercial Law II
Reviews basic legal principles applicable to formation and operation of business organizations including corporate and non-corporate entities. Also covers significant areas of legal regulation of business and property transactions. Prerequisite: BUS 3410.
Credits: 3
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BUS 3430 - Survey of Commercial Law
Covers basic legal principles of American law related to commercial transactions. Emphasizes contract law, sales, secured transactions, negotiable instruments, business associations, real and personal property, and the regulation of business.
Credits: 3
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BUS 3610 - Money and the Financial System
Introduce students to the United States financial system using accounting, economic, and legal principles. Includes exchange transactions, payment systems, financial instruments, interest rates, financial markets, and financial intermediaries. Explores the money supply and how the financial system relates to the macro-economy. Prerequisites: ACCT 2010 Introductory Accounting I
Credits: 3
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BUS 3710 - Managerial Finance I
Emphasizes the development of managerial theory and decision methodology in evaluating the financial function of the firm. Analyzes working capital management, the concepts and techniques employed in the procurement of resources from financial markets, and their allocation to productive investments. Prerequisites: ACCT 2020.
Credits: 3
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Chemical Engineering |
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CHE 2202 - Thermodynamics
Includes the formulation and analysis of the first and second laws of thermodynamics; energy conservation; concepts of equilibrium, temperature, energy, and entropy; partial molar properties; pure component and mixture equations of state; processes involving energy transfer as work and heat; reversibility and irreversibility; and closed and open systems and cyclic processed.
Prerequisite: APMA 2120.
Credits: 3
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CHE 2215 - Material and Energy Balances
Introduces the field of chemical engineering, including material and energy balances applied to chemical processes, physical and thermodynamic properties of multi-component systems. Three lecture and one discussion hour. Prerequisite: CHEM 1610, APMA 1110.
Credits: 3
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CHE 2216 - Modeling and Simulation in Chemical Engineering
Mathematical and computational tools for the analysis and simulation of chemical processes and physicochemical phenomena. Mathematical and numerical methods. Three lecture and one laboratory hour. Prerequisite: CS 1110, APMA 2130, CHE 2215.
Credits: 3
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CHE 2246 - Introduction to Biotechnology
Introduction to the fundamentals of biochemistry and molecular and cell biology emphasizing their relevance to industrial applications of biotechnology. Three lecture hours. Prerequisite: CHEM 1610.
Credits: 3
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CHE 3316 - Chemical Thermodynamics and Staged Unit Operations
Principles of chemical thermodynamics developed and applied to chemical and phase equilibria. Principles and methods for staged separation processes including distillation, absorption and stripping, extraction, and adsorption systems. Four Lecture Hours. Prerequisite: CHE 2202, 2215, or equivalent. Corequisite CHE 3321.
Credits: 4
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CHE 3318 - Chemical Reaction Engineering
Determination of rate equations for chemical reactions from experimental data. Use of kinetics and transport relations in the design of both batch and continuous reactors; homogeneous, heterogeneous, uncatalyzed and catalyzed reactions. Three lecture hours. Prerequisite: CHE 2216, 3316; corequisite: CHE 3322.
Credits: 3
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CHE 3321 - Transport Processes I: Momentum Transfer
Fundamental principles of momentum transport will be discussed and mathematical methods will be used to describe transport in steady state and unsteady state situations. This course will emplasize the application of these principles and quantitative relations to fluid flow problems. Three lecture hours . Prerequisite: APMA 2130, CHE 2215, 2216
Credits: 3
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CHE 3322 - Transport Processes II: Heat and Mass Transfer
Fundamental concepts of heat and mass transfer; applications of these concepts and material and energy conservation calculations for design of heat exchanger and packed absorption/stripping columns. Four lecture hours. Prerequisites: CHE 2216, 2216
Credits: 4
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CHE 3347 - Biochemical Engineering
Quantitative engineering aspects of industrial applications of biology including the microbial synthesis of commercial products, environmental biotechnology, and the manufacture of biopharmaceuticals through recombinant microorganisms, transgenic animals, and plants. Three lecture hours. Prerequisite: CHE 2246, CHE 3321, or instructor permission; corequisite: CHE 3318, 3322 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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CHE 3398 - Chemical Engineering Laboratory I
Experimental study of selected operations and phenomena in fluid mechanics and heat transfer. Students plan experiments, analyze data, calculate results and prepare written and/or oral planning and final technical reports. One hour discussion, four laboratory hours. Prerequisite: CHE 2215 and 3321.
Credits: 3
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CHE 4438 - Process Synthesis, Modeling, and Control
Combining chemical engineering unit operations to create complete manufacturing processes, including safety, environmental, and economic considerations. Modeling processes using commercial simulation software. Analysis and design of control systems for chemical plant s. Three lecture hours. Prerequisite: CHE 3318 and 3322.
Credits: 3
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CHE 4442 - Applied Surface Chemistry
Factors underlying interfacial phenomena, emphasizing thermodynamics of surfaces, structural aspects, and electrical phenomena. Application to areas such as emulsification, foaming, detergency, sedimentation, fluidization, nucleation, wetting, adhesion, flotation, and electrophoresis. Three lecture hours. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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CHE 4448 - Bioseparations Engineering
Principles of bioseparations engineering, including specialized unit operations not normally covered in regular chemical engineering courses. Processing operations downstream of the initial manufacture of biotechnology products, including product recovery, separations, purification, and ancillary operations such as sterile processing, clean-in place and regulatory aspects. Three lecture hours. Prerequisite: CHE 3322 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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CHE 4449 - Polymer Chemistry and Engineering
Analyzes the mechanisms and kinetics of various polymerization reactions; relations between the molecular structure and polymer properties, and how these properties can be influenced by the polymerization process; fundamental concepts of polymer solution and melt rheology. Applications to polymer processing operations, such as extrusion, molding, and fiber spinning. Three lecture hours. Prerequisite: CHE 3321 or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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CHE 4450 - Energy Science and Technologies
Overview of energy technologies with an emphasis on materials research and development concepts and current production. The scope of these technologies within the broader contexts of innovation and energy policy. Topics will include fossil fuels, electrochemical energy storage, fuel cells, and photovoltaics.
Prerequisite: Fourth-Year or Higher Standing in Chemical Engineering
Credits: 3
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CHE 4476 - Chemical Engineering Design
Application of academically acquired skills to the practice of chemical engineering in an industrial environment: industrial economics; process synthesis and selection; flow sheet development; equipment sizing; plant layout and cost estimation. Report preparation and oral presentations. Use of commercial process simulation software. Two lecture hours, two discussion hours, and design laboratory. Prerequisite: CHE 2216, 3318, and 3322.
Credits: 3
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CHE 4491 - Chemical Engineering Laboratory II
Continuation of CHE 3398; emphasizes separations, chemical reaction, and process dynamics and control. One discussion and four laboratory hours. Prerequisite: CHE 3318, 3322, and 3398.
Credits: 3
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CHE 4561 - Special Topics in Chemical Engineering
Applies engineering science, design methods, and system analysis to developing areas and current problems in chemical engineering. Topics are announced at registration. Prerequisite:Third or Fourth-year standing and instructor permission.
Credits: 1 to 3
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CHE 4562 - Special Topics in Chemical Engineering
Applies engineering science, design methods, and system analysis to developing areas and current problems in chemical engineering. Topics are announced at registration. Prerequisite: Fourth-year standing and instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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CHE 4995 - Chemical Engineering Research
Library and laboratory study of an engineering or manufacturing problem conducted in close consultation with a departmental faculty member, often including the design, construction, and operation of laboratory scale equipment. Requires progress reports and a comprehensive written report. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Credits: 1 to 3
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Chemistry |
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CHEM 1210 - Concepts of Chemistry
Explore the connections between chemistry & everyday life. Topics include the chemistry of air/water pollution, global climate change, alternative energy, polymeric materials, organic vs. non-organic agriculture, biotechnology, & drugs will be examined. After learning the pertinent structures, reactions & energetics, we investigate social, economic & political impacts of chemical issues surrounding these issues. No lab.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 1400 - Foundations of Chemical Principles
Establishes a foundation in basic chemical principles. Topics include structure of the atom, periodic table and trends, covalent and ionic bonding, the mole, solutions and liquids, chemical reactions and gases. Primarily for students with a limited background in high school chemistry who intend to enroll in CHEM 1410. Three class hours. No laboratory. Enrollment by instructor permission only.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 1410 - Introductory College Chemistry
Introduces the principles and applications of chemistry. Topics include stoichiometry, chemical equations and reactions, chemical bonding, states of matter, thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and descriptive chemistry of the elements. For students planning to elect further courses in chemistry, physics, and biology. Three class hours. Corequisite: CHEM 1411, 1421 or CHEM 1811, 1821.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 1411 - Introductory College Chemistry LaboratoryI
Introduction to experimental chemistry, developing laboratory skills and safety. Students plan and implement chemistry experiments in cooperative 4-person teams using a guided inquiry approach. Process skills include developing procedures, data analysis, oral and written communication. Mathematica as a computational tool. Topics: glassware characterization and accuracy, unknown identification of, and applications of solubility. 3 1/2 lab hours.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1410
Credits: 1
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CHEM 1420 - Introductory College Chemistry
Introduces the principles and applications of chemistry. Topics include stoichiometry, chemical equations and reactions, chemical bonding, states of matter, thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and descriptive chemistry of the elements. For students planning to elect further courses in chemistry, physics, and biology. Three class hours. Corequisite: CHEM 1411, 1421 or CHEM 1811, 1821.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 1421 - Introductory College Chemistry Laboratory II
Continuation of CHEM 1411, students plan and implement chemistry experiments in cooperative four-person teams using a guided inquiry approach. Mathematica is integrated into the course as a computational chemistry tool. Process skills include developing procedures, data analysis, communication of results, and lab report writing. Topics include thermodynamics, kinetics, acid/base equilibria, electrochemistry. 3 1/2 lab hours.
Corequisite: CHEM 1420; prerquisite: CHEM 1410, 1411
Credits: 1
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CHEM 1610 - Introductory Chemistry for Engineers
The principles and applications of chemistry are tailored to engineering students. Topics include stoichiometry, chemical equations and reactions, chemical bonding, states of matter, thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and descriptive chemistry of the elements. For engineering students, but may be used as a prerequisite for further courses in chemistry. Three class hours. Corequisite: CHEM 1411, 1421, CHEM 1611, 1621, or CHEM 1811, 1821.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 1611 - Introductory Chemistry I for Engineers Laboratory
Introduction to experimental chemistry, developing laboratory skills and safety. Students plan and implement chemistry experiments in cooperative 4-person teams using a guided inquiry approach. Process skills include developing procedures, data analysis, oral and written communication. Mathematica as a computational tool. Topics: glassware characterization and accuracy, unknown identification of, and applications of solubility. 3 1/2 lab hours.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1610 or 1410
Credits: 1
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CHEM 1620 - Introductory Chemistry for Engineers
The principles and applications of chemistry are tailored to engineering students. Topics include stoichiometry, chemical equations and reactions, chemical bonding, states of matter, thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and descriptive chemistry of the elements. For engineering students, but may be used as a prerequisite for further courses in chemistry. Three class hours. Corequisite: CHEM 1411, 1421, CHEM 1611, 1621, or CHEM 1811, 1821.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 1621 - Introductory Chemistry II for Engineers Laboratory
Continuation of CHEM 1611, students plan and implement chemistry experiments in cooperative four-person teams using a guided inquiry approach. Mathematica is integrated into the course as a computational chemistry tool. Process skills include developing procedures, data analysis, communication of results, and lab report writing. Topics include thermodynamics, kinetics, acid/base equilibria, electrochemistry. 3 1/2 lab hours.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1611 or 1411; CHEM 1410 or 1610. Corequisite: CHEM 1420 or 1620
Credits: 1
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CHEM 1810 - Principles of Chemical Structure (Accelerated)
First of a four-semester sequence covering the basic concepts of general and organic chemistry (the 1810/2810 sequence is comparable to the 1410/2410 sequence but is more rigorous). Establishes a foundation of fundamental particles and the nature of the atom, develops a rationale for molecular structure, and explores the basis of chemical reactivity. Topics include introductory quantum mechanics, atomic structure, chemical bonding, spectroscopy, and elementary molecular reactivity. Prerequisite: A strong background in high school chemistry.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 1811 - Principles of Chemical Structure Laboratory (Accelerated)
Four laboratory hours plus weekly lecture. Prerequisite/corequisite: CHEM 1810, or CHEM 1410 with instructor recommendation.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 1820 - Principles of Organic Chemistry (Accelerated)
Seeks to understand elementary reaction types as a function of chemical structure by emphasizing organic compounds. Topics include acid-base, nucleophilic substitution, oxidation-reduction, electrophilic addition, elimination, conformational analysis, stereochemistry, aromaticity, and molecular spectroscopy. Prerequisite: CHEM 1810.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 1821 - Principles of Organic Chemistry laboratory (Accelerated)
Four laboratory hours plus weekly lecture. Prerequisite/corequisite: CHEM 1820.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 2220 - Solution Chemistry
Application of the principles of chemical equilibrium to solutions. The laboratory applies classical and instrumental methods to systems involving solubility, ionization, complexion formation, and oxidation-reduction equilibria. Two class hours, four laboratory hours. Prerequisite: CHEM 1410, 1420, or 1810, 1820 and 1411 with an A grade in 1410.
Credits: 4
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CHEM 2311 - Organic Chem Lab I for Non-Chemistry Majors/Minors
Focuses on the development of skills in methods of preparation, purification and identification of organic compounds. One discussion hour; four laboratory hours alternate weeks. Not designed as a science major course, but for prehealth students.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1410, 1420, 2410, or CHEM 1810, 1820
Credits: 1
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CHEM 2321 - Organic Chem Lab II for Non-Chemistry Majors/Minors
Focuses on the development of skills in methods of preparation, purification and identification of organic compounds. One discussion hour; four laboratory hours alternate weeks. Not designed as a science major course, but for prehealth students.
Prerequisite: CHEM , 2410, 2420 or CHEM 1820, 2810
Credits: 1
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CHEM 2350 - The Chemical Century
This course will explore the chemical component of some major technological changes of the 20th century including explosives, fuels, polymers, consumer products, agriculture, food processing, nutrition, and drugs. The discovery, development and implementation of key technologies will be discussed along with the societal impact. Biographical and historical information about inventors or companies will supplement the material.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1410, 1420 or 1810, 1820
Credits: 3
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CHEM 2410 - Organic Chemistry
Surveys the compounds of carbon in relation to their structure, identification, synthesis, natural occurrence, and mechanisms of reactions. Three class hours; optional discussions. Prerequisite: CHEM 1410, 1420 or equivalent. Corequisites: CHEM 2411, 2421, or 2811, 2821.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 2411 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory
Focuses on the development of skills in methods of preparation, purification and identification of organic compounds. One discussion hour; four laboratory hours. Corequisite: CHEM 2810 or CHEM 2410.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 2420 - Organic Chemistry II
Survey of the principle classes of organic and bioorganic compounds in relation to their structure, identification, synthesis, natural occurrence, reactivity, and mechanisms of reactions.
Prerequisite: CHEM 2410
Credits: 3
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CHEM 2421 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory
Focuses on the development of skills in methods of preparation, purification and identification of organic compounds. One discussion hour; four laboratory hours. Corequisite: CHEM 2820 or CHEM 2420.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 2620 - Introduction to Organic Chemistry
Introduces the nomenclature, structure, reactivity, and applications of organic compounds, including those of importance in the chemical industry. Three lecture hours. Prerequisite: One semester of general chemistry; corequisite: CHEM 2121.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 2621 - Introduction to Organic Chemistry Laboratory
Six-to-seven four-hour laboratory sessions and an equal number of one-hour laboratory lectures to accompany CHEM 2120. Corequisite: CHEM 2120.
Credits: 1
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CHEM 2720 - Forensic Science and Criminal Justice System
One of the most important modern elements in the criminal justice system has been the contributions of the scientist. This course traces the development of the scientific method of identifying crime, evidence such as DNA, and the scientific expert witness. In addition to lectures, the class will work in groups or teams to carefully explore how a forensic scientist works in the modern criminal justice system.
Prerequisite: AP Chemistry or a year of college chemistry
Credits: 3
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CHEM 2810 - Principles of Organic & Bioorganic Chemistry
Continued exploration of organic reactions and structures initiated in CHEM 1820. Includes electrophilic aromatic substitution, nucleophilic aromatic substitution, nucleophilic addition, nucleophilic acyl substitution, organometallic compounds, carbohydrates, lipids, peptides, proteins, and nucleic acids. Prerequisite: CHEM 1820.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 2811 - Principles of Organic and Bioorganic Chemistry Laboratory (Accelerated)
Six laboratory hours plus weekly lecture. Prerequisite/corequisite: CHEM 2810.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 2820 - Principles of Chemical Thermodynamics and Kinetics (Accelerated)
Focuses on the macroscopic properties of chemical systems. Topics include states of matter, physical equilibria, chemical equilibria, thermodynamic relationships, kinetic theory, and electrochemistry. Prerequisite: CHEM 2810 and MATH 1220 or 1320; corequisite: PHYS 2020 or 2320.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 2821 - Principles of Chemical Thermodynamics and Kinetics Laboratory (Accelerated)
Four laboratory hours plus weekly lecture. Prerequisite/corequisite: CHEM 2820.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 3220 - Uranium and the American West
The epic of atomic physics from the Curies to Fermi’s chain reaction; the Manhattan project and the tragedy of Robert Oppenheimer; nuclear weapons testing, power, and environmental consequences. Cross listed with ETP 3220. One year of university-level Chemistry or Physics.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 3410 - Physical Chemistry - Quantum Theory
Introduces physical chemistry with numerous biological applications: chemical kinetics; introductory quantum theory; chemical bonding; spectroscopy and molecular structure; biochemical transport; and statistical mechanics.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1420 or 1810, MATH 1220 or 1320, and PHYS 2020 or 2415.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 3420 - Physical Chemistry - Thermodynamics
Introduces physical chemistry with numerous biological applications: properties of gases, liquids, and solids; thermodynamics; chemical and biochemical equilibrium; solutions; electrochemistry; and structure and stability of biological macromolecules.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1420 or 1810, MATH 1220 or 1320, and PHYS 2020 or PHYS 2415.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 3610 - Physical Chemistry
Students and faculty discuss current topics of interest in biological chemistry. Intended for students who are participants in the undergraduate research program. Credit/no credit basis.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 3810 - Physical Chemistry I
Introduces physical chemistry with numerous materials and biological applications: chemical kinetics; introductory quantum theory; chemical bonding; spectroscopy and molecular structure; transport; and statistical mechanics. Prerequisite: CHEM 1810, 2820 or permission of instructor, MATH 1220 or 1320, and PHYS 2010, 2020 or PHYS 2310, 2320
Credits: 3
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CHEM 3811 - Intermediate Techniques in Chemical Experimentation
Execution of laboratory experiments that illustrate important laws and demonstrate quantitative methods of measuring the chemical and physical properties of matter. Four laboratory hours, one class hour. Prerequisite: CHEM 1410, 1420 or equivalent; corequisite: CHEM 3410, 3420.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 3820 - Physical Chemistry II
Introduces physical chemistry with numerous material science biological applications: properties of gases, liquids, and solids; thermodynamics; chemical and biochemical equilibrium; solutions; electrochemistry; and structure and stability of macromolecules. Prerequisite: CHEM 3810, MATH 1220 or 1320, and PHYS 2010, 2020 or PHYS 2310, 2320
Credits: 3
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CHEM 3821 - Intermediate Techniques in Chemical Experimentation
Execution of laboratory experiments that illustrate important laws and demonstrate quantitative methods of measuring the chemical and physical properties of matter. Four laboratory hours, one class hour. Prerequisite: CHEM 1410, 1420 or equivalent; corequisite: CHEM 3410, 3420.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 3910 - Introductory Research Seminar
Introduces research approaches and tools in chemistry including examples of formulation of approaches, literature searches, research methods, and reporting of results. Oral presentations by students, faculty, and visiting lecturers.
Credits: 1
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CHEM 3920 - Introductory Research Seminar
Introduces research approaches and tools in chemistry including examples of formulation of approaches, literature searches, research methods, and reporting of results. Oral presentations by students, faculty, and visiting lecturers.
Credits: 1
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CHEM 3951 - Introduction to Research
Introduces the methods of research in chemistry that include use of the research literature and instruction in basic experimental and theoretical procedures and techniques. Under the direct supervision of faculty. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Credits: 1 to 3
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CHEM 3961 - Introduction to Research
Introduces the methods of research in chemistry that include use of the research literature and instruction in basic experimental and theoretical procedures and techniques. Under the direct supervision of faculty. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 4090 - Analytical Chemistry
Study of the utilization of modern analytical instrumentation for chemical analysis. Includes emission and mass spectrometry, ultraviolet, visible, and infrared absorption spectroscopy, atomic absorption, electrical methods of analysis, chromatography, neutron activation analysis, and X-ray methods.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1420 or CHEM 1620 or CHEM 1810
Credits: 3
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CHEM 4320 - Inorganic Chemistry
Unified treatment of the chemistry of the important classes of inorganic compounds and their reactions, with emphasis on underlying principles of molecular structure, symmetry, and bonding theory, including molecular orbital descriptions and reactivity. Three class hours.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 4410 - Biological Chemistry I
Introduces the components of biological macromolecules and the principles behind their observed structures. Examines the means by which enzymes catalyze transformations of other molecules, emphasizing the chemical principles involved. Topics include a description of the key metabolic cycles and pathways, the enzymes that catalyze these reactions, and the ways in which these pathways are regulated. Three class hours. Prerequisite: One year of organic chemistry.
Credits: 3
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CHEM 4411 - Biological Chemistry Laboratory I
Introducing the components of biological macromolecules and the principles behind their observed structures. Prerequisites: CHEM 2410 & CHEM 2420
Credits: 3
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