Chemistry Courses
Please note that the frequency of course offerings below is subject to change without notice, because of changes in faculty availability, sabbaticals and leaves, and other circumstances. Please consult the latest Schedule of Classes (and supplement), myBerea, revisions to online Catalog & Student Handbook, and/or the Program Coordinator to determine if a course will be offered during a certain term or year, especially if Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) is a factor.
CHM 101
Foundations of Chemistry
Prerequisite: Completion or waiver of MAT 010 or concurrent enrollment in MAT 011
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
An introduction to the foundations of chemistry designed for students who are interested in the physical sciences and have had limited math and/or high-school chemistry background. Topics covered will include scientific method, significant figures, units and unit cancellation, stoichiometry, simple atomic theory and structure, simple chemical nomenclature, and mole calculations. This course may be waived by examination. It meets three hours per week of content lectures with an additional tutorial hour in place of laboratory. NOTES: Concurrent enrollment in MAT 012 or higher is suggested (particularly if students plan to continue on to CHM 131, which also has MAT 012 as a prerequisite). Noncredit for students who already have earned credits in regularly offered Berea College CHM courses. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
An introduction to the foundations of chemistry designed for students who are interested in the physical sciences and have had limited math and/or high-school chemistry background. Topics covered will include scientific method, significant figures, units and unit cancellation, stoichiometry, simple atomic theory and structure, simple chemical nomenclature, and mole calculations. This course may be waived by examination. It meets three hours per week of content lectures with an additional tutorial hour in place of laboratory. NOTES: Concurrent enrollment in MAT 012 or higher is suggested (particularly if students plan to continue on to CHM 131, which also has MAT 012 as a prerequisite). Noncredit for students who already have earned credits in regularly offered Berea College CHM courses. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
CHM 113
Allied Health Chemistry
Prerequisite: Completion or waiver of MAT 012; completion or concurrent enrollment in BIO 101 or permission of instructor
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
A study of chemistry related to the allied health fields. This course covers significant biochemistry content emphasizing the nature and activity of physiological substances and metabolic pathways while starting at the fundamentals of general chemistry. Also included will be an introduction to organic functional groups and reactions. This course meets for three hours each week with an additional two-hour laboratory session each week. Natural Science Laboratory Course. NOTE: This course is not intended for agriculture and natural resources, applied mathematics, biology, or chemistry majors. Those majors should follow the CHM 101/131/134 sequence. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
A study of chemistry related to the allied health fields. This course covers significant biochemistry content emphasizing the nature and activity of physiological substances and metabolic pathways while starting at the fundamentals of general chemistry. Also included will be an introduction to organic functional groups and reactions. This course meets for three hours each week with an additional two-hour laboratory session each week. Natural Science Laboratory Course. NOTE: This course is not intended for agriculture and natural resources, applied mathematics, biology, or chemistry majors. Those majors should follow the CHM 101/131/134 sequence. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
CHM 131
Accelerated General Chemistry
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor or completion or waiver of both MAT 012 and CHM 101
Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms
An accelerated study of general chemistry designed for students who have taken or waived CHM 101. Students are assumed to be familiar with topics from CHM 101, which will be reviewed in the first two weeks of the course. The majority of the course will deal with topics that come at the middle and end of a general-chemistry course sequence, including molecular orbitals, acid-base chemistry, chemical equilibria, buffers, thermochemistry, kinetics, gas laws, and solid/liquid interactions. The goal of this course is to cover sufficient material so that students are prepared to enter fully a standard organic-chemistry sequence without needing additional general-chemistry course work. This course meets three hours each week with an additional three-hour laboratory session each week. Natural Science Laboratory Course. NOTES: Concurrent enrollment in MAT 115 or higher is suggested. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms
An accelerated study of general chemistry designed for students who have taken or waived CHM 101. Students are assumed to be familiar with topics from CHM 101, which will be reviewed in the first two weeks of the course. The majority of the course will deal with topics that come at the middle and end of a general-chemistry course sequence, including molecular orbitals, acid-base chemistry, chemical equilibria, buffers, thermochemistry, kinetics, gas laws, and solid/liquid interactions. The goal of this course is to cover sufficient material so that students are prepared to enter fully a standard organic-chemistry sequence without needing additional general-chemistry course work. This course meets three hours each week with an additional three-hour laboratory session each week. Natural Science Laboratory Course. NOTES: Concurrent enrollment in MAT 115 or higher is suggested. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
CHM 134
Accelerated Environmental Chem
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor or completion or waiver of both MAT 012 and CHM 101
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
This course is equivalent in content to CHM 131, with an emphasis on environmental issues and applications. These topics include molecular orbitals, acid-base chemistry, chemical equilibria, buffers, thermochemistry, kinetics, gas laws, and nuclear chemistry. The goal of this course is to cover sufficient material so that students are prepared to enter fully a standard organic chemistry sequence without needing additional general-chemistry course work. This course meets for three hours each week with an additional three-hour laboratory session each week. Natural Science Laboratory Course. NOTES: Concurrent enrollment in MAT 115 or higher is suggested. Noncredit for students who completed CHM 131. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
This course is equivalent in content to CHM 131, with an emphasis on environmental issues and applications. These topics include molecular orbitals, acid-base chemistry, chemical equilibria, buffers, thermochemistry, kinetics, gas laws, and nuclear chemistry. The goal of this course is to cover sufficient material so that students are prepared to enter fully a standard organic chemistry sequence without needing additional general-chemistry course work. This course meets for three hours each week with an additional three-hour laboratory session each week. Natural Science Laboratory Course. NOTES: Concurrent enrollment in MAT 115 or higher is suggested. Noncredit for students who completed CHM 131. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
CHM 186
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by instructor
Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms, at departmental discretion
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes." NOTE: This course will allow each instructor to offer an advanced course exploring a topic such as spectroscopy (focusing on NMR primarily), electrochemistry (fuel cells and battery technology), biochemistry (including topics such as metabolism, nucleic acids or protein chemistry), or other specialized topics.
Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms, at departmental discretion
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes." NOTE: This course will allow each instructor to offer an advanced course exploring a topic such as spectroscopy (focusing on NMR primarily), electrochemistry (fuel cells and battery technology), biochemistry (including topics such as metabolism, nucleic acids or protein chemistry), or other specialized topics.
1/2 to 1 Course Credit
CHM 221
Organic Chemistry I
Prerequisite: CHM 131 or 134
Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms
A study of the chemistry of carbon compounds: organic acids and bases, alkanes and cycloalkanes, stereochemistry, nucleophilic substitution and elimination, alkenes, and alkynes. Emphasis will be placed on nomenclature, physical and chemical properties, reactivity, and reaction mechanisms. This course meets for three hours of lecture per week with an additional three-hour laboratory session each week. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms
A study of the chemistry of carbon compounds: organic acids and bases, alkanes and cycloalkanes, stereochemistry, nucleophilic substitution and elimination, alkenes, and alkynes. Emphasis will be placed on nomenclature, physical and chemical properties, reactivity, and reaction mechanisms. This course meets for three hours of lecture per week with an additional three-hour laboratory session each week. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
CHM 222
Organic Chemistry II
Prerequisite: CHM 221
Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms
A continuation of the Organic Chemistry two-course sequence. Topics include: the chemistry of aromatic compounds; spectroscopy (NMR, UV/Visible, IR, Mass Spectrometry); alcohols, diols, ethers, aldehydes, and ketones; carboxylic acids and their derivatives; enols and enolates; condensation reactions; and amines. This course meets for three hours of lecture per week with an additional three-hour laboratory session each week. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms
A continuation of the Organic Chemistry two-course sequence. Topics include: the chemistry of aromatic compounds; spectroscopy (NMR, UV/Visible, IR, Mass Spectrometry); alcohols, diols, ethers, aldehydes, and ketones; carboxylic acids and their derivatives; enols and enolates; condensation reactions; and amines. This course meets for three hours of lecture per week with an additional three-hour laboratory session each week. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
CHM 286
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by instructor
Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms, at departmental discretion
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes." NOTE: This course will allow each instructor to offer an advanced course exploring a topic such as spectroscopy (focusing on NMR primarily), electrochemistry (fuel cells and battery technology), biochemistry (including topics such as metabolism, nucleic acids or protein chemistry), or other specialized topics.
Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms, at departmental discretion
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes." NOTE: This course will allow each instructor to offer an advanced course exploring a topic such as spectroscopy (focusing on NMR primarily), electrochemistry (fuel cells and battery technology), biochemistry (including topics such as metabolism, nucleic acids or protein chemistry), or other specialized topics.
1/2 to 1 Course Credit
CHM 311
Analytical Chemistry
Prerequisite: CHM 131 or 134, and completion or waiver of MAT 135 or concurrent enrollment
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
A study of analytical chemistry theory and methods designed for students who are either Chemistry majors or who desire a 4th term of chemistry as an option in lieu of CHM 345. The material is an extension of the content in CHM 131 and 134 with an emphasis on analytical methods. In particular, topics will include complex equilibria, complex acid-base chemistry, activities, error analysis, calibrations, standardizations, obtaining and preparing samples for analysis, gravimetric methods, titrations, electrochemistry, and chemical instrumentation. This course meets three hours with an additional three-hour laboratory session each week. NOTE: Noncredit for students who have completed CHM 341. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
A study of analytical chemistry theory and methods designed for students who are either Chemistry majors or who desire a 4th term of chemistry as an option in lieu of CHM 345. The material is an extension of the content in CHM 131 and 134 with an emphasis on analytical methods. In particular, topics will include complex equilibria, complex acid-base chemistry, activities, error analysis, calibrations, standardizations, obtaining and preparing samples for analysis, gravimetric methods, titrations, electrochemistry, and chemical instrumentation. This course meets three hours with an additional three-hour laboratory session each week. NOTE: Noncredit for students who have completed CHM 341. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
CHM 345
Biochemistry
Prerequisite: CHM 222
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
A one-term intensive study of modern biochemistry. The class is comprised of three major sections. In the biomolecules section, students will study amino acids, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids. In the proteins section, students will study protein structure, function, and enzyme kinetics. Finally, in the metabolism section, students will study glycolysis, the citric-acid cycle, and electron transport/oxidative phosphorylation. This class draws on all four previous classes of chemistry (CHM 131/134, 221, and 222). There will be three hours of lecture each week. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
A one-term intensive study of modern biochemistry. The class is comprised of three major sections. In the biomolecules section, students will study amino acids, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids. In the proteins section, students will study protein structure, function, and enzyme kinetics. Finally, in the metabolism section, students will study glycolysis, the citric-acid cycle, and electron transport/oxidative phosphorylation. This class draws on all four previous classes of chemistry (CHM 131/134, 221, and 222). There will be three hours of lecture each week. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
CHM 361
Thermochemistry
Prerequisite: CHM 311 (formerly 341); MAT 225; PHY 218 (or concurrent enrollment) or PHY 315; OR permission of instructor
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
An advanced study of classical thermodynamics and chemical kinetics. Topics include a detailed study of energy, entropy and enthalpy, multi-component phase diagrams, real gases, electrochemical systems, reaction kinetics, and transport processes. The fundamental goal is to achieve a physical description of general chemical phenomena with a strong emphasis on mathematical models. There will be three hours of lecture each week. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
An advanced study of classical thermodynamics and chemical kinetics. Topics include a detailed study of energy, entropy and enthalpy, multi-component phase diagrams, real gases, electrochemical systems, reaction kinetics, and transport processes. The fundamental goal is to achieve a physical description of general chemical phenomena with a strong emphasis on mathematical models. There will be three hours of lecture each week. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
CHM 362
Quantum Chemistry
Prerequisite: CHM 311 (formerly 341), MAT 225, PHY 218 or PHY 315, OR permission of instructor
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
An advanced study of quantum mechanics and statistical mechanics. Topics include in-depth treatment of various fundamental problems in quantum mechanics (particle in a box, rigid rotor, harmonic oscillator), applications of these problems to chemical systems, atomic and molecular orbital theory and structure, spectroscopy, lasers, and statistical mechanics. The fundamental goal is to achieve a physical description of the quantum nature of matter and how this manifests itself in chemical problems. This course relies heavily on mathematical approximations to difficult differential equations and interpretation of these answers in terms of probabilities. There will be three hours of lecture each week. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
An advanced study of quantum mechanics and statistical mechanics. Topics include in-depth treatment of various fundamental problems in quantum mechanics (particle in a box, rigid rotor, harmonic oscillator), applications of these problems to chemical systems, atomic and molecular orbital theory and structure, spectroscopy, lasers, and statistical mechanics. The fundamental goal is to achieve a physical description of the quantum nature of matter and how this manifests itself in chemical problems. This course relies heavily on mathematical approximations to difficult differential equations and interpretation of these answers in terms of probabilities. There will be three hours of lecture each week. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
CHM 370
Advanced Lab I
Prerequisite: CHM 311 (formerly 341); OR permission of instructor
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
One of four courses that form the core of the Advanced Laboratory Experience for all Chemistry majors. In each course, students will do the equivalent of five (5) laboratory experiments each term. Four of these experiments will be chosen from a list prepared by the Chemistry Program. The remaining experiment will be one that the student finds in the current chemical literature and attempts to reproduce. Students will need to pay attention to their portfolio requirements in the selection of appropriate experiments. Students often will work in teams under the guidance of senior students. The last week of each term will conclude with a mini research meeting. In each of the four Advanced Laboratory terms, all students will be required to attend at least three research seminars by visiting speakers each term. All students will read an 'important paper' in chemistry each term and discuss these with the instructor. 1/2 Course Credit
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
One of four courses that form the core of the Advanced Laboratory Experience for all Chemistry majors. In each course, students will do the equivalent of five (5) laboratory experiments each term. Four of these experiments will be chosen from a list prepared by the Chemistry Program. The remaining experiment will be one that the student finds in the current chemical literature and attempts to reproduce. Students will need to pay attention to their portfolio requirements in the selection of appropriate experiments. Students often will work in teams under the guidance of senior students. The last week of each term will conclude with a mini research meeting. In each of the four Advanced Laboratory terms, all students will be required to attend at least three research seminars by visiting speakers each term. All students will read an 'important paper' in chemistry each term and discuss these with the instructor. 1/2 Course Credit
1/2 Course Credit
CHM 371
Advanced Lab II
Prerequisite: CHM 370 and one additional CHM course at the 345-or-higher level (which may be taken concurrently); OR permission of instructor
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
One of four courses that form the core of the Advanced Laboratory Experience for all Chemistry majors. In each course, students will do the equivalent of five (5) laboratory experiments each term. Four of these experiments will be chosen from a list prepared by the Chemistry Program. The remaining experiment will be one that the student finds in the current chemical literature and attempts to reproduce. Students will need to pay attention to their portfolio requirements in the selection of appropriate experiments. Students often will work in teams under the guidance of senior students. The last week of each term will conclude with a mini research meeting. In each of the four Advanced Laboratory terms, all students will be required to attend at least three research seminars by visiting speakers each term. All students will read an 'important paper' in chemistry each term and discuss these with the instructor. 1/2 Course Credit
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
One of four courses that form the core of the Advanced Laboratory Experience for all Chemistry majors. In each course, students will do the equivalent of five (5) laboratory experiments each term. Four of these experiments will be chosen from a list prepared by the Chemistry Program. The remaining experiment will be one that the student finds in the current chemical literature and attempts to reproduce. Students will need to pay attention to their portfolio requirements in the selection of appropriate experiments. Students often will work in teams under the guidance of senior students. The last week of each term will conclude with a mini research meeting. In each of the four Advanced Laboratory terms, all students will be required to attend at least three research seminars by visiting speakers each term. All students will read an 'important paper' in chemistry each term and discuss these with the instructor. 1/2 Course Credit
1/2 Course Credit
CHM 386
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by instructor
Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms, at departmental discretion
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes." NOTE: This course will allow each instructor to offer an advanced course exploring a topic such as spectroscopy (focusing on NMR primarily), electrochemistry (fuel cells and battery technology), biochemistry (including topics such as metabolism, nucleic acids or protein chemistry), or other specialized topics.
Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms, at departmental discretion
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes." NOTE: This course will allow each instructor to offer an advanced course exploring a topic such as spectroscopy (focusing on NMR primarily), electrochemistry (fuel cells and battery technology), biochemistry (including topics such as metabolism, nucleic acids or protein chemistry), or other specialized topics.
1/2 to 1 Course Credit
CHM 390A
Independent Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising (the Academic Program Council liaison). Will be registered by the Office of Academic Services as 390/490A if approved to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) or as 390/490B if approved as non-ALE.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising (the Academic Program Council liaison). Will be registered by the Office of Academic Services as 390/490A if approved to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) or as 390/490B if approved as non-ALE.
1 Course Credit
CHM 390B
Independent Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising (the Academic Program Council liaison). Will be registered by the Office of Academic Services as 390/490A if approved to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) or as 390/490B if approved as non-ALE.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising (the Academic Program Council liaison). Will be registered by the Office of Academic Services as 390/490A if approved to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) or as 390/490B if approved as non-ALE.
1 Course Credit
CHM 395
Internship
Prerequisite: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing
Offered: Typically every term
An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to three course credits in one 14-week term or one course credit in Short Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. This course may be used to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.
Offered: Typically every term
An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to three course credits in one 14-week term or one course credit in Short Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. This course may be used to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.
1 to 3 Course Credits
CHM 397A
Team Initiated Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
1 Course Credit
CHM 397B
Team Initiated Study w/o ALe
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
1 Course Credit
CHM 398
Directed Study
Prerequisites: Will vary, but always will include permission of instructor
Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students. NOTE: In this course, students conduct research under the supervision of a Chemistry instructor. Each Chemistry major must complete this course or an equivalent approved Summer One or Summer Two Term experience. This course may be repeated as often as the student and faculty mentor see fit. Students are required to present two presentations relating to their project. One presentation must be on campus and the other off campus.
Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students. NOTE: In this course, students conduct research under the supervision of a Chemistry instructor. Each Chemistry major must complete this course or an equivalent approved Summer One or Summer Two Term experience. This course may be repeated as often as the student and faculty mentor see fit. Students are required to present two presentations relating to their project. One presentation must be on campus and the other off campus.
1 Course Credit
CHM 451
Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
Prerequisite: CHM 311 (formerly 341)
Offered: Typically alternate Spring Terms (next offered Spring 2013)
A study of modern concepts in inorganic chemistry, including atomic and molecular orbital theory, ligand field theory, and molecular symmetry. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically alternate Spring Terms (next offered Spring 2013)
A study of modern concepts in inorganic chemistry, including atomic and molecular orbital theory, ligand field theory, and molecular symmetry. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
CHM 452
Advanced Organic Chemistry
Prerequisite: CHM 222
Offered: Typically alternate Spring Terms (next offered Spring 2014)
Topics include an introduction to molecular orbital theory, pericyclic reactions, the Woodward-Hoffmann Rules, multi-step synthesis, drug synthesis, the chemistry of heterocyclic compounds, and macromolecular chemistry. There will be three hours of lecture each week. 1 Course Credit
Offered: Typically alternate Spring Terms (next offered Spring 2014)
Topics include an introduction to molecular orbital theory, pericyclic reactions, the Woodward-Hoffmann Rules, multi-step synthesis, drug synthesis, the chemistry of heterocyclic compounds, and macromolecular chemistry. There will be three hours of lecture each week. 1 Course Credit
1 Course Credit
CHM 470
Advanced Lab III
Prerequisite: CHM 370 (or concurrent enrollment) and one additional CHM course at the 345-or-higher level; OR permission of instructor
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
One of four courses that form the core of the Advanced Laboratory Experience for all Chemistry majors. In each course, students will do the equivalent of five (5) laboratory experiments each term. Four of these experiments will be chosen from a list prepared by the Chemistry Program. The remaining experiment will be one that the student finds in the current chemical literature and attempts to reproduce. Students will need to pay attention to their portfolio requirements in the selection of appropriate experiments. Students often will work in teams under the guidance of senior students. The last week of each term will conclude with a mini research meeting. In each of the four Advanced Laboratory terms, all students will be required to attend at least three research seminars by visiting speakers each term. All students will read an 'important paper' in chemistry each term and discuss these with the instructor. In this course, students will be expected to take an active leadership role in the group projects that are shared jointly between this course and CHM 370. 1/2 Course Credit
Offered: Typically every Fall Term
One of four courses that form the core of the Advanced Laboratory Experience for all Chemistry majors. In each course, students will do the equivalent of five (5) laboratory experiments each term. Four of these experiments will be chosen from a list prepared by the Chemistry Program. The remaining experiment will be one that the student finds in the current chemical literature and attempts to reproduce. Students will need to pay attention to their portfolio requirements in the selection of appropriate experiments. Students often will work in teams under the guidance of senior students. The last week of each term will conclude with a mini research meeting. In each of the four Advanced Laboratory terms, all students will be required to attend at least three research seminars by visiting speakers each term. All students will read an 'important paper' in chemistry each term and discuss these with the instructor. In this course, students will be expected to take an active leadership role in the group projects that are shared jointly between this course and CHM 370. 1/2 Course Credit
1/2 Course Credit
CHM 471
Advanced Lab IV
Prerequisite: CHM 371 (or concurrent enrollment) and two additional CHM courses at the 345-and-higher-level or permission of instructor
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
One of four courses that form the core of the Advanced Laboratory Experience for all Chemistry majors. In each course, students will do the equivalent of five (5) laboratory experiments each term. Four of these experiments will be chosen from a list prepared by the Chemistry Program. The remaining experiment will be one that the student finds in the current chemical literature and attempts to reproduce. Students will need to pay attention to their portfolio requirements in the selection of appropriate experiments. Students often will work in teams under the guidance of senior students. The last week of each term will conclude with a mini research meeting. In each of the four Advanced Laboratory terms, all students will be required to attend at least three research seminars by visiting speakers each term. All students will read an 'important paper' in chemistry each term and discuss these with the instructor. In addition, students will take a written comprehensive chemistry examination as part of this course. Students will be graded pass/fail on this examination and may retake the exam multiple times throughout the term, if needed. Failure to pass this examination will result in an incomplete grade for CHM 471, which will become a grade of F on the student's transcript at the end of the next regular term. 1/2 Course Credit
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
One of four courses that form the core of the Advanced Laboratory Experience for all Chemistry majors. In each course, students will do the equivalent of five (5) laboratory experiments each term. Four of these experiments will be chosen from a list prepared by the Chemistry Program. The remaining experiment will be one that the student finds in the current chemical literature and attempts to reproduce. Students will need to pay attention to their portfolio requirements in the selection of appropriate experiments. Students often will work in teams under the guidance of senior students. The last week of each term will conclude with a mini research meeting. In each of the four Advanced Laboratory terms, all students will be required to attend at least three research seminars by visiting speakers each term. All students will read an 'important paper' in chemistry each term and discuss these with the instructor. In addition, students will take a written comprehensive chemistry examination as part of this course. Students will be graded pass/fail on this examination and may retake the exam multiple times throughout the term, if needed. Failure to pass this examination will result in an incomplete grade for CHM 471, which will become a grade of F on the student's transcript at the end of the next regular term. 1/2 Course Credit
1/2 Course Credit
CHM 486
Special Topics
Prerequisites: Determined by instructor
Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms, at departmental discretion
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes." NOTE: This course will allow each instructor to offer an advanced course exploring a topic such as spectroscopy (focusing on NMR primarily), electrochemistry (fuel cells and battery technology), biochemistry (including topics such as metabolism, nucleic acids or protein chemistry), or other specialized topics.
Offered: Typically Fall and Spring terms, at departmental discretion
A course designed to meet the particular interests of student and faculty. Topics vary from year to year. See course description in the "Schedule of Classes." NOTE: This course will allow each instructor to offer an advanced course exploring a topic such as spectroscopy (focusing on NMR primarily), electrochemistry (fuel cells and battery technology), biochemistry (including topics such as metabolism, nucleic acids or protein chemistry), or other specialized topics.
1/2 to 1 Course Credit
CHM 490A
Independent Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising (the Academic Program Council liaison). Will be registered by the Office of Academic Services as 390/490A if approved to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) or as 390/490B if approved as non-ALE.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising (the Academic Program Council liaison). Will be registered by the Office of Academic Services as 390/490A if approved to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) or as 390/490B if approved as non-ALE.
1 Course Credit
CHM 490B
Independent Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 390; senior standing for 490
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising (the Academic Program Council liaison). Will be registered by the Office of Academic Services as 390/490A if approved to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) or as 390/490B if approved as non-ALE.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student. All such courses are to be supported by a faculty sponsor, second reader, academic adviser, Department Chairperson, and possibly others. Course proposals must meet the approval of the Coordinator of Advising (the Academic Program Council liaison). Will be registered by the Office of Academic Services as 390/490A if approved to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) or as 390/490B if approved as non-ALE.
1 Course Credit
CHM 495
Internship
Prerequisite: Sophomore, junior, or senior standing
Offered: Typically every term
An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to three course credits in one 14-week term or one course credit in Short Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. This course may be used to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.
Offered: Typically every term
An experiential learning experience individually designed for students with a special academic interest requiring integration of classroom learning with practical experience. Includes on-campus seminars with academic sponsors, as well as non-classroom experience. One to three course credits in one 14-week term or one course credit in Short Term may be taken in Internships. Requires the approval of two faculty sponsors and the Program assumes the responsibility for determining credit allowance. The Coordinator of Internships gives final approval for Internship proposals. This course may be used to meet the Active Learning Experience (ALE) requirement.
1 to 3 Course Credits
CHM 497A
Team Initiated Study
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
1 Course Credit
CHM 497B
Team Initiated Study w/o ALE
Prerequisite: Sophomore or junior standing for 397; senior standing for 497
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
Offered: Typically as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course initiated, directed, and organized by the student and the faculty sponsor. Course proposals must meet the guidelines and approval of the Academic Department or Interdisciplinary Program in which the study will be conducted. A detailed information sheet is available in the Student Self-Service room (101 Lincoln), which includes the form to complete if seeking Active Learning Experience (ALE) credit. A course syllabus must be submitted with the Chairperson or Director’s approval before the course can be registered. Those approved as ALE will be registered as 397/497A; others will be 397/497B.
1 Course Credit
CHM 498
Directed Study
Prerequisites: Will vary, but always will include permission of instructor
Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students. NOTE: In this course, students conduct research under the supervision of a Chemistry instructor. Each Chemistry major must complete this course or an equivalent approved Summer One or Summer Two Term experience. This course may be repeated as often as the student and faculty mentor see fit. Students are required to present two presentations relating to their project. One presentation must be on campus and the other off campus.
Offered: Typically on a limited basis as student interest and faculty availability allow
A course organized and directed by faculty and approved by the Program Director or Department Chairperson to meet the particular interests and/or needs of specific students. NOTE: In this course, students conduct research under the supervision of a Chemistry instructor. Each Chemistry major must complete this course or an equivalent approved Summer One or Summer Two Term experience. This course may be repeated as often as the student and faculty mentor see fit. Students are required to present two presentations relating to their project. One presentation must be on campus and the other off campus.
1 Course Credit
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