Chemistry (CHM)

CHM-111. Fundamentals of Chemistry. (4 Credits)

An introductory course with laboratory in the basic fundamentals of inorganic chemistry with an introduction to organic, nuclear and biochemistry. Topics include metric system, atomic theory, nomenclature, bonding, stoichiometry, properties of matter, solutions, acids and bases, pH, and organic functional groups. The course does not assume that students have had high school chemistry, and is intended for nonscience liberal arts students and those who plan to pursue a career in allied health or nursing. The course is also designed as an entry-level course for CHM-131 for students who need a chemical foundation prior to enrolling in university-oriented chemistry. Fee is required. (5 contact hours)

CHM-131. Chemistry (University Oriented) I. (4 Credits)

Principles and theories of inorganic chemistry; molecular, atomic, nuclear and electronic theories of matter related to the periodic table; oxidation-reduction; and theories of solution are explored. For students in chemistry, chemical engineering, or physical science programs. Fee is required. (6 contact hours)

CHM-132. Chemistry (University Oriented) II. (4 Credits)

Principles of chemical equilibrium applied to dissociation, solubility and hydrolysis in aqueous solution are covered. Studies metals, nonmetals and their compounds. Procedures for separation and identification of common metallic and nonmetallic ions are emphasized. Fee is required. (6 contact hours)

CHM-200. Survey of Organic Chemistry. (5 Credits)

This one-semester survey of organic chemistry includes an introduction to the structure, nomenclature, properties, preparation, and reactions of functional groups, and provides an overview of biochemistry. This course is intended for students whose curriculum requires only one semester of organic chemistry. This course will not satisfy the prerequisites for either CHM-203 or CHM-204. This course includes a two-hour laboratory component. Fee is required. (6 contact hours)

CHM-203. Organic Chemistry I. (5 Credits)

Modern concepts of the structure of organic compounds; correlation between structure, spectroscopy and properties are explored. Reactions, reaction mechanism, study of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, alkyl halides, alcohols, ethers, and carboxylic acids are covered. Fee is required. (7 contact hours)

CHM-204. Organic Chemistry II. (5 Credits)

Studies of carboxylic acids, aldehydes, ketones, amines, phenols, carbohydrates, amino acids, proteins and lipids will be covered. Fee is required. (7 contact hours)