May 11, 2024  
Graduate Record 2019-2020 
    
Graduate Record 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED RECORD]

Course Descriptions


 

Business

  
  • BUS 5420 - Emerging Business Models in E-Commerce


    This capstone course examines e-commerce start-up success stories, effective business models, and the innovative use of Internet communications in business. Participants plan, organize, coordinate, and evaluate e-commerce initiatives and make informed decisions when implementing new strategies.



    Credits: 1
  
  • BUS 5993 - Independent Study


    Explores material on an independent basis under the guidance of a faculty member.



    Credits: 3
  
  • BUS 6000 - Applied Wireless Network Security


    Provides students with practical, real-world experience with the various wireless network security core competencies. Specifically, the course provides the most popular hacking, cracking, and wireless security network analysis tools on a CD ROM and trains students to use them to assess and secure wireless networks.



    Credits: 3

Cell Biology

  
  • CELL 5950 - Journal Survey in Cell & Developmental Biology


    Readings and oral presentations taken from the primary literature in Cell Biology and related fields.



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CELL 7010 - Structure and Function of the Cell


    Surveys modern cell biology emphasizing the interrelationship between structure and function. Utilizes a combination of textbook readings and original literature. Emphasizes biological membranes, cell adhesion, cytoskeleton, mitosis and cell cycle, cell signaling, and cancer.



    Credits: 5
  
  • CELL 8030 - Advanced Gross Anatomy of the Human Body


    A laboratory demonstration/dissection course systematically reviewing the gross anatomy of the human body. Emphasizes the functional and surgical aspects of the morphology.



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CELL 8040 - Advanced Gross Anatomy of the Human Body


    Continuation of CELL 8030. Prerequisite: CELL 5020 or equivalent.



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CELL 8101 - Introduction to Animal Development


    The course provides an introduction to Developmental Biology for graduate students entering with little or no prior coursework in Developmental Biology. The course will include both lectures and readings from the primary literature, with an emphasis on the experimental basis for our current understanding of developmental processes at the tissue, cellular, and molecular levels. Prerequisite: Core Course



    Credits: 2
  
  • CELL 8201 - Molecular Mechanisms of Animal Development


    The course will cover the questions of the molecular mechanisms regulating the development of vertebrate and invertebrate embryos with a particular focus on the role of major signaling pathways such as Activin/Nodal, BMPs, FGFs, canonical Wnt/bcatenin, non canonical Wnt, Notch/Delta, in the control the major event controlling the development such as the definition of embryonic axes, cell identity/cell differentiation, cell proliferation.



    Credits: 2
  
  • CELL 8202 - Cellular Mechanisms of Animal Development


    The course will cover the questions of the cellular aspects of the development of vertebrate and invertebrate embryos with focus on cellular mechanisms controlling the morphogenesis. This will include cell adhesion, cell polarity, cell movements (convergence extension, ingression, invagination, evagination, tubulogenesis, delamination), growth control during both early embryonic events, such as the gastrulation, and during organogenesis.



    Credits: 2
  
  • CELL 8301 - Advanced Topics in Cell Biology


    his module will cover topics not discussed in the Core Course and provide depth to topics covered in less detail. These will include, but are not limited to membrane biogenesis and trafficking, cytoskeleton dynamics and regulation, cell adhesion and motility, cell polarity, cell cycle control and regulation. The course will be primarily literature-based and emphasis will be placed on model systems, experimental design and data interpretation. Prerequisite: BIMS 6000



    Credits: 2
  
  • CELL 8401 - The Essentials of Translational Science


    The Translational Science Course is designed to prepare graduate students to engage in cutting-edge basic science discovery; understand proof-of-concept research and industrial designed experiments; innovate and invent; create valuable intellectual properties; optimize patent enablements and claims; interact with regulatory agencies; champion entrepreneurship and commercialization activities; and enhance societal impact of basic research. Prerequisite: BIMS 6000 or equivalent



    Credits: 2
  
  • CELL 8450 - Effective Science Writing for Grants and Fellowships


    The ability to effectively communicate scientific concepts and justify proposed experiments are essential skills for biomedical researchers. The goals of this course are for trainees to learn and practice effective scientific proposal writing. The course will provide students with extensive peer and faculty mentoring in a workshop format as they each prepare an NIH NRSA-style fellowship application. Prerequisite: BIMS 6000



    Credits: 2
  
  • CELL 8650 - Colloquium in Developmental Biology


    Discusses selected topics related to growth, cell differentiation, organogenesis, and regeneration. Includes current topics in developmental biology as a basis for normal and abnormal development.



    Credits: 2
  
  • CELL 9030 - Research in Cell Biology


    Research in Cell Biology



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CELL 9040 - Research in Cell Biology


    Research in Cell Biology



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CELL 9995 - Non-Topical Research, Preparation for Research


    For master’s research, taken before a thesis director has been selected.



    Credits: 3.00 to 12.00
  
  • CELL 9998 - Non-Topical Research, Preparation for Doctoral Research


    Non-Topical Research, Preparation for Doctoral Research



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CELL 9999 - Non-Topical Research


    For doctoral dissertation, taken under the supervision of a dissertation director.



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00

Chemical Engineering

  
  • CHE 5456 - Bioproduct & Bioprocess Eng


    The course focuses on engineering’s role in commercialization of vaccines and biologics. Biologics are more complex than small molecule drug products and present unique challenges in commercialization. This course includes an overview of vaccines and biologics from historical context, product, process and analytical technologies, immunology, clinical, regulatory and ethical considerations, economics, risk mitigation, and impact on human health. Prerequisites: 4th year or higher CHE or BME standing or Instructor Permission



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHE 5561 - 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.



    Credits: 1.00 to 3.00
  
  • CHE 5562 - 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.



    Credits: 1.00 to 3.00
  
  • CHE 6438 - Process Control and Dynamics


    Introduction to dynamics and control of process systems, controllers, sensors, and final control elements. Development and application of time- and frequency-domain characterizations of subsystems for stability analyses of closed control loops. State-space models, principles of sampled-data analysis and digital control techniques. Elementary systems identification with emphasis on dead time, distributed parameters, and nonlinearities. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHE 6442 - Applied Surface Chemistry


    Factors underlying interfacial phenomena, with emphasis on thermodynamics of surfaces, structural aspects, and electrical phenomena; applications such as emulsification, foaming, detergency, sedimentation, flow through porous media, fluidization, nucleation, wetting, adhesion, flotation, electrocapillarity. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHE 6447 - Biochemical Engineering


    Introduction to properties, production, and use of biological molecules of importance to medicine and industry, such as proteins, enzymes, and antibiotics. Topics may include fermentation and cell culture processes, biological mass transfer, enzyme engineering, and implications of recent advances in molecular biology, genomics, and proteomics. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHE 6448 - 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. Bioprocess integration and design aspects. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHE 6449 - 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
  
  • CHE 6450 - 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.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHE 6476 - Process Design and Economics


    Factors that determine the genesis and evolution of a process. Principles of marketing and technical economics and modern process design principles and techniques, including computer simulation with optimization. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 4
  
  • CHE 6615 - Advanced Thermodynamics


    Development of the thermodynamic laws and derived relations. Application of relations to properties of pure and multicomponent systems at equilibrium in the gaseous, liquid, and solidphases. Prediction and calculation of phase and reaction equilibria in practical systems. Prerequisite: Undergraduate-level thermodynamics or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHE 6618 - Chemical Reaction Engineering


    Fundamentals of chemical reaction kinetics and mechanisms; experimental methods of determining reaction rates; introduction to heterogeneous catalysis; application of chemical kinetics, along with mass-transfer theory, fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics, to the design and operation of chemical reactors. Prerequisite: CHE 6625 and 6665.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHE 6625 - Transport Processes


    Integrated introduction to fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and mass transfer. Development of the basic equations of change for transport of momentum, energy, and mass in continuous media. Applications with exact solutions, consistent approaches to limiting cases and approximate solutions to formulate the relations to be solved in more complicated problems. Prerequisite: Undergraduate transport processes



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHE 6630 - Mass Transfer


    Fundamental principles common to mass transfer phenomena, with emphasis on mass transfer in diverse chemical engineering situations. Detailed consideration of fluxes, diffusion with and without convection, interphase mass transfer with chemical reaction, and applications. Prerequisite: CHE 6625 and 6665.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHE 6665 - Techniques for Chemical Engineering Analysis and Design


    Methods for analysis of steady state and transient chemical engineering problems arising in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, mass transfer, kinetics, and reactor design. Prerequisite: Undergraduate differential equations, transport processes, and chemical reaction engineering.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHE 7716 - Applied Statistical Mechanics


    Introduction to statistical mechanics and its methodologies such as integral equations, computer simulation and perturbation theory. Applications such as phase equilibria, adsorption, transport properties, electrolyte solutions. Prerequisite: CHE 6615, or other graduate-level thermodynamics course, and instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHE 7744 - Electrochemical Engineering


    Electrochemical phenomena and processes from a chemical engineering viewpoint. Application of thermodynamics, electrode kinetics, interfacial phenomena, and transport processes to electrochemical systems such as batteries, rotating disk electrodes, corrosion of metals, and semiconductors. Influence of coupled kinetics, interfacial, and transport phenomena on current distribution and mass transfer in a variety of electrochemical systems. Prerequisite: Graduate-level transport phenomena (e.g., CHE 6625) and graduate-level mathematical techniques (e.g., CHE 6665), or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHE 7796 - Graduate Seminar


    Weekly meetings of graduate students and faculty for presentations and discussion of research in academic and industrial organizations. May be repeated.



    Credits: 1
  
  • CHE 7993 - Independent Study


    Detailed study of graduate course material on an independent basis under the guidance of a faculty member.



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHE 7995 - Supervised Project Research


    Formal record of student commitment to project research for Master of Engineering degree under the guidance of a faculty advisor. May be repeated as necessary.



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHE 8581 - Special Topics in Chemical Engineering


    Special subjects at an advanced level under the direction of staff members. Prerequisite: Permission of the staff.



    Credits: 1.00 to 3.00
  
  • CHE 8582 - Special Topics in Chemical Engineering


    Special subjects at an advanced level under the direction of staff members. Prerequisite: Permission of the staff.



    Credits: 1.00 to 3.00
  
  • CHE 8819 - Advanced Chemical Engineering Kinetics and Reaction Engineering


    Advanced study of reacting systems, such as experimental methods, heterogeneous catalysis, polymerization kinetics, kinetics of complex reactions, reactor stability, and optimization. Prerequisite: CHE 6618 or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHE 8820 - Modeling of Biological Processes in Environmental Systems


    Use of mathematical models to describe processes such as biological treatment of chemical waste, including contaminant degradation and bacterial growth, contaminant and bacterial transport, and adsorption. Engineering analyses of treatment processes such as biofilm reactors, sequenced batch reactors, biofilters and in situ bioremediation. May include introduction to hydrogeology, microbiology, transport phenomena and reaction kinetics relevant to environmental systems; application of material and energy balances in the analysis of environmental systems; and dimensional analysis and scaling. Guest lectures by experts from industry, consulting firms and government agencies to discuss applications of these bioremediation technologies. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHE 8833 - Specialized Separation Processes


    Less conventional separation processes, such as chromatography, ion-exchange, membranes, and crystallization using in-depth and modern chemical engineering methods. Student creativity and participation through development and presentation of individual course projects. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHE 8897 - Graduate Teaching Instruction


    For master’s students.



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHE 8993 - Independent Study


    Detailed study of graduate course material on an independent basis under the guidance of a faculty member.



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHE 8998 - Master’s Research


    Formal record of student commitment to master’s thesis research under the guidance of a faculty advisor. Registration may be repeated as necessary.



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHE 9897 - Graduate Teaching Instruction


    For doctoral students.



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHE 9999 - Dissertation Research


    Formal record of student commitment to doctoral research under the guidance of a faculty advisor. Registration may be repeated as necessary.



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 5110 - Organic Chemistry III: Structure, Reactivity, and Mechanism


    Systematic review and extension of the facts and theories of organic chemistry; includes the mechanism of reactions, structure, and stereochemistry. Prerequisite: One year of organic chemistry. In addition, one year of physical chemistry is recommended.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5120 - Organic Chemistry IV: Synthesis


    A comprehensive survey of synthetic organic reactions and their application to the design and execution of syntheses of relatively complex organic substances.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5180 - Instrumental Theory and Techniques in Organic Chemistry


    Studies the theory and application of instrumental techniques in solving organic structural problems. Topics include ultraviolet and infrared absorption spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance, mass spectrometry, rotatory dispersion, and circular dichroism.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5210 - Advanced Physical Chemistry I: Quantum Mechanics


    For students interested in the properties & phenomena of atomic, molecular, & nanoscale matter. The foundational ideas of quantum mechanics are introduced & tools for exact & approximate solutions of the Schrodinger Equation are developed. Model systems, such as particle in a box, harmonic oscillator, hydrogen atom, hydrogen ion & molecule, crystalline solids, as well as time-dependent phenomena, such as spectroscopy, tunneling, and scattering.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5220 - Advanced Physical Chemistry II: Statistical Mechanics


    This course provides an introduction to statistical mechanics for graduate students or highly advanced undergraduates. The course begins with a review of thermodynamics and an introduction to the fundamental assumptions of equilibrium statistical mechanics, continues on to examine both non-interacting and interacting systems of interest, and finally introduces the basic concepts of non-equilibrium statistical mechanics.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5224 - Reaction Kinetics and Dynamics


    Introduces the practice and theory of modern chemical kinetics, emphasizing reactions occurring in gases, liquids, and on catalytic surfaces. Develops basic principles of chemical kinetics and describes current experimental and analytic techniques. Discusses the microscopic reaction dynamics underlying the macroscopic kinetics in terms of reactive potential energy surfaces. Develops statistical theories of reactions that simplify the description of the overall reaction dynamics. Includes the transition state theory, Rice-Ramsperger-Kassel-Marcus (RRKM) theory for unimolecular reactions, Kramers’ theory, Marcus electron transfer theory, and information theory. Presents current topics from the literature and illustrates applications of basic principles through problem-solving exercises. Prerequisite: Undergraduate physical chemistry or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5250 - Molecular Spectroscopy


    Includes basic theoretical principles of modern molecular spectroscopy, including microwave, infrared, Raman, visible, and ultraviolet spectroscopy. Gas-phase systems will be emphasized. Prerequisite: CHEM 5210 or Instructor Permission



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5260 - Introduction to Astrochemistry


    This interdisciplinary course will introduce advanced undergraduates and graduates to molecules and their chemistry in different sources throughout the universe. Topics include gas-phase and grain-surface reactions, astronomical spectroscopy, laboratory experiments, and astrochemical modeling.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5310 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry I: Reaction Mechanisms


    Introduces the electronic structure of atoms and simple molecules, including basic concepts and applications of symmetry and group theory. The chemistry of the main group elements is described using energetics, structure, and reaction pathways to provide a theoretical background. Emphasizes applying these concepts to predicting the stability and developing synthetic routes to individual compounds or classes. Prerequisite: CHEM 4320 or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5320 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry II: Organometallics and Synthesis


    Introduces the electronic structure of compounds of the transition metals using ligan field theory and molecular orbital theory. Describes the chemistry of coordination and organometallic compounds, emphasizing structure, reactivity, and synthesis. Examines applications to transformations in organic chemistry and to catalysis. Prerequisite: CHEM 4320 or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5330 - Structural Inorganic Chemistry: Characterization and Spectroscopy


    Covers mathematical language which describes symmetry and focuses on its application to inorganic chemistry, determination of point groups, use of character tables, and construction of MO theory diagrams. This will be followed by application of these concepts to spectroscopic methods, e.g. Absorption, IR, Raman, NMR, magnetism, and EPR, etc. The material is intended to cover the theory and interpretation of standard spectroscopic techniques.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5340 - Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties, and Applications


    Covers an introduction to nanomaterials and to physical methods for nanomaterials characterization; synthesis, surface modification and assembly nanomaterials; and magnetic, optical and catalytic properties of nanomaterials. The course also highlights the importance of the design of nanomaterials for modern energy, environmental and biomedical applications.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5350 - Main Group Inorganic Chemistry


    Discusses the principles of main-group element chemistry with a focus on synthesis, structure, reactivity, and applications. This course is intended to provide sufficient background knowledge of the topics and techniques used in this field so that students should be able to understand and critically evaluate the current main-group literature. Prerequisite: undergraduate general and organic chemistry or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5360 - Materials Chemistry for Future Energy Needs


    Expose students to the emerging advances in chemistry and materials science that underpin technologies for energy conversion, storage and distribution and to place these in a real world context that reflects a rudimentary exposure to regulatory and economic facts controlling energy technology development and will emphasize concepts in “green chemistry and green engineering practices” that are emerging with global focus on sustainable technology.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5380 - Determination of Molecular Structure by Diffraction Methods


    This one-semester undergraduate/graduate course will focus on the modern applications of X-ray diffraction techniques in crystal and molecular structure determination. The class will also include powder diffraction and its application in X-ray structure analysis.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5410 - Advanced Biological Chemistry I: Molecular Assembly and Information Flow


    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, and describes key metabolic cycles and pathways, the enzymes that catalyze these reactions, and the ways in which these pathways are regulated. Three class hours (Y) Prerequisites: One year of biochemistry; one year of organic chemistry; one semester of thermodyanmics.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5420 - Advanced Biological Chemistry II: Macromolecular Structure and Function


    Covers three main areas: (1) the structure and function of biological membranes, (2) complex biochemical systems and processes, including photosynthesis, oxidative phosphorylation, vision, neurotransmission, hormonal regulation, muscle contraction and microtubules, and (3) molecular biology, including DNA metabolism, protein synthesis, regulation of gene expression and recombinant DNA methodology. Three class hours,. (Y) Prerequistes: CHEM 7430 or permission of instructor.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5430 - Nanoscale Imaging of Complex Systems in Chemistry and Biology


    Topics include principles of image formation; methods for sample preparation and chemical labeling; photophysics of fluorescent proteins and organic dyes; and computational image analysis and data processing. Recommended prerequisites: Calculus II or higher, Introduction to Biology. Required prerequisites: CHEM 1420, 1620 or 1810.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5510 - Selected Topics in Organic Chemistry (Drug Discovery)


    Selected topics in advanced organic chemistry developed to the depth required for modern research. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5520 - Selected Topics in Physical Chemistry


    Selected topics in advanced physical chemistry developed to the depth required for modern research. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5530 - Selected Topics in Inorganic Chemistry


    Advanced treatment of topics of current research interest in inorganic chemistry.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5560 - Selected Topics in Biological Chemistry


    Selected topics in advanced biochemistry developed to the depth required for modern research Prerequisite: Instructor Permission



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5570 - Selected Topics - Analytical Chemistry (Luminescence)


    Studies recent developments in instrumentation and their significance to physical-analytical problems. Includes the theory and application of specialized techniques in analytical chemistry.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5710 - Advanced Analytical Chemistry


    Advanced level survey of instrumental methods of analysis, theory and application of spectrochemical, electrochemical techniques; separations, surfaces, special topics, and recent developments from the literature.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5720 - Methods in Bioanalytical Chemistry


    An introduction to classic & modern approaches of chemical analysis of biological systems. Detection of analytes ranging from small molecules & proteins, to cells, to structured materials. Focus on immunoassays: ELISA, bead-based assays, & surface plasmon resonance for analytes in solution; ELISpot for cell secretions; flow cytometry for cells and beads; & immunostaining for biomaterials and tissue samples. Prerequisite: CHEM 4410



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5740 - Analytical Chemistry: Separations


    Theory and practice of separation science are introduced. Topics include theoretical aspects of separations, including equilibrium theory, flow, diffusion, and solution theory. Major analytical separation techniques covered include liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, and capillary electrophoresis. Prerequisite: CHEM 5710 or Permission of Instructor



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 5750 - Analytical Chemistry Spectroscopy


    Theory and practice of separation science are introduced. Topics include theoretical aspects of separations, including equilibrium theory, flow, diffusion, and solution theory. Major analytical separation techniques covered include liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, and capillary electrophoresis. Prerequisite: CHEM 5710 or Permission of Instructor



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 7010 - Research Seminar I: Introduction to Research


    Provides professional development for graduate students concerning the theory & practice of scientific research. To familiarize students with faculty research and the tools for research. Students attend a series of faculty research presentations & additional lectures concerning library & research resources. Requires to attend departmental seminars & colloquia to expand their knowledge of current experimental & theoretical frontiers in chemistry.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 7011 - Teaching Science in Higher Education


    This STEM teaching course will help graduate TAs integrate learning theory and effective student engagement practices into their teaching. GTAs will participate in guided discussions to relate recommendations from the education literature to their classroom experiences. Assignments will include learning activities, such as teaching observations & reflections, and designing interventions to assist students with difficult topics/skills.



    Credits: 1
  
  • CHEM 7020 - Research Seminar II: Research, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Ethics


    Introduces students to a range of professional development tools & information that may be helpful over their careers. Safety in the laboratory, ethics in science & teaching, career planning, job opportunities/trajectories in academe, industry, & national laboratories, intellectual property, entrepreneurship, interactions with federal funding agencies, curriculum vitae/resume writing, & effective written & oral communication skills are covered.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 7021 - Communicating Research to Diverse Audiences


    Designed to help graduate students learn to communicate their research to non-technical audiences such as the public, the media, and policymakers. Class topics will be a balance of teamwork to introduce concepts followed by individual assignments to apply the concepts to their own research. Theoretical principles and readings will be introduced when appropriate.



    Credits: 1
  
  • CHEM 7030 - Research Seminar III: Preparation for Ph.D. Candidacy Exam


    The focus of this course is to prepare students for their Chemistry Ph.D. candidacy exam & to develop appropriate written & oral communication skills. Each student will prepare several written abstracts & make oral presentations for the class in a format that largely mimics the candidacy exam. Students are required to attend departmental seminars & colloquia to expand their knowledge of current experimental and theoretical frontiers in science.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CHEM 7031 - The Art of Scientific Writing


    Skill in scientific writing is as essential for scientists as learning the experimental techniques and analysis methods of their field. Mastery of the skills for expository writing is essential to write an effective scientific document and the genres of scientific communication. Three writing assignments - a draft of each, which will be extensively marked up, & then a final version which will be subjected to a peer review & expert review.



    Credits: 1
  
  • CHEM 8999 - Masters Research


    For students pursuing a masters degree and conducting research.



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHEM 9110 - Research in Bioorganic Mechanism and Synthesis


    Research in Bioorganic Mechanism and Synthesis



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHEM 9130 - Research in Synthetic Organic Chemistry


    Students will conduct research in synthetic organic chemistry using appropriate techniques, instruments, and equipment.



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHEM 9210 - Research in High Resolution Molecular Spectroscopy


    Research in High Resolution Molecular Spectroscopy



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHEM 9220 - Research in Computational Chemistry


    Research in Computational Chemistry



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHEM 9230 - Research in Statistical Mechanics of Condensed Phases


    Research in Statistical Mechanics of Condensed Phases



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHEM 9240 - Research in Molecular Spectroscopy and Dynamics


    Research in Molecular Spectroscopy and Dynamics



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHEM 9250 - Research in Theoretical Astrochemistry


    Research in Theoretical Astrochemistry



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHEM 9260 - Research in Chemistry in Interstellar and Star-Forming Regions


    Research in Chemistry in Interstellar and Star-Forming Regions



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHEM 9270 - Research in Physical Chemistry of Surfaces


    Research in Physical Chemistry of Surfaces



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHEM 9280 - Research in Astrochemistry During Planet Formation


    Students will conduct research in astrochemistry during planet formation using appropriate techniques and instrumentation.



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHEM 9310 - Research in Inorganic and Organometallic Reactions


    Research in Inorganic and Organometallic Reactions



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHEM 9320 - Research in Synthetic and Mechanistic Organometallic Chemistry


    Research in Synthetic and Mechanistic Organometallic Chemistry



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHEM 9330 - Research in Redox-Driven Inorganic Mechanisms


    Research in Redox-Driven Inorganic Mechanisms.



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHEM 9340 - Research in Synthesis and Functionalization of Nanostructured Materials


    Research in Synthesis and Functionalization of Nanostructured Materials.



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHEM 9350 - Research in Materials Chemistry


    Research in Materials Chemistry



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHEM 9360 - Research in Medicinal Chemistry


    Research in Medicinal Chemistry



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
  
  • CHEM 9370 - Research in Main-Group and Organometallic Synthesis


    Students will conduct research in main-group and organometallic synthesis using appropriate techniques and instrumentation.



    Credits: 1.00 to 12.00
 

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