Chemistry Courses
Required Courses for the B.A. in Chemistry - CORE:
CHEM 1501
General Chemistry I
A study of the fundamental principles of chemistry, including atomic and molecular structure, nomenclature, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, gases, bonding, and periodicity. Lecture and Laboratory.
CHEM 1502
CHEM 1502 Lab
CHEM 2501
Chemical Analysis
CHEM 2601
Organic Chemistry I
A study of the structure, classification, properties, and reactions of hydrocarbons (both aliphatic and aromatic), organic halides and alcohols. The stereochemistry of organic compounds will also be studied. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: CHEM 1502.
CHEM 2602
Organic Chemistry II
A study of the structure, classification, properties, and reactions of oxygen- and nitrogen-containing organic compounds. The spectroscopic behavior of organic compounds will also be studied. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: CHEM 2601.
CHEM 4100
Chemistry Research Seminar
Skills in the area of chemical research will be developed. The student will be exposed to the chemical literature, research techniques, research safety, development of research questions, and approaches to research. The student will be expected to produce both written and oral research reports. Lecture and laboratory.
In addition to the core courses, students must select one of the following concentrations:
Concentration in Environmental Chemistry
CHEM 3501
Instrumental Analysis
A study of the theory and practice of modern instrumental methods of analysis to include sample preparation, UV-Vis, IR, Raman, fluorescence, atomic absorption and emission, gas and liquid chromatography, electro-analytical techniques, and mass spectrometry. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisites: CHEM 2501 and CHEM 2602.
ENV 1401
Water & Land: Conserv & Ecolog
A study of the broad issues of environmental science and the interaction of humans and the environment with a focus on human connections to land and water from an ecological and management perspective, with particular emphasis on the need to use our understanding of land and water resources to solve real-world problems.
ENV 1402
Air, Energy, Dev & Climate Chg
A study of broad issues of environmental science and the interaction of humans and the environment with a focus on atmosphere, climate change, development and sustainable use of energy resources.
ENV 1403
Sustainability Sci & Envir Pol
An examination of the interface of science and policy surrounding land, water and air, focusing on how diverse scientific perspectives can inform methods and instruments for effective policy-making toward sustainable solutions.
ENV 1404
Environ Field & Skills Lab
A laboratory experience that provides students with an introduction to field and lab methods commonly used in the environmental sciences.
ENV 3594
Environ. Health & Toxicolology
A study of the intersection of environment and health to include the examination of the consequences of ecological alterations to human and environmental health, the biological and ecological effects of the production and use of toxic substances, new infectious disease threats, and the development of solutions to these environmental health challenges through integrative systems approaches. Prerequisite: BIOL 1502 or BIOL 1503 or ENV 1401 or ENV 1402.
ENV 2300
Intro to Geogr Inform Systems
This course will illuminate the increasing integration of spatial data and maps into our modern lives. The course will introduce the fundamentals of geographic information systems (GIS) & global positioning systems (GPS), and cover a variety of uses for geographic data.
PHYS 2522
General Physics II
An algebra-based introduction to wave motion, sound, light, electricity magnetism, and nuclear processes. This course emphasizes quantitative problem-solving that requires mathematical skills comparable to MATH 1516 Pre-Calculus. Lecture and Laboratory.
Concentration in Forensics
CHEM 1136
Forensic Science
A study of forensic science to include investigation of physical evidence (e.g. petroleum products, accelerant residue, blood, DNA, & glass) encountered at crime scenes. Lecture & Laboratory. Same as CHEM 1135 except for laboratory; student may not receive credit for both courses. For non-science majors only.
CHEM 3501
Instrumental Analysis
A study of the theory and practice of modern instrumental methods of analysis to include sample preparation, UV-Vis, IR, Raman, fluorescence, atomic absorption and emission, gas and liquid chromatography, electro-analytical techniques, and mass spectrometry. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisites: CHEM 2501 and CHEM 2602.
BIOL 1501
Molecules and Cells
An introduction to the chemical and cellular basis of life for natural science majors. This course will examine biochemistry, cell structure and function, cell division, genetics, molecular biology, genomics and biotechnology. Lecture and laboratory. Students may not receive credit for both BIOL 1101 and BIOL 1501.
PHYS 2521
General Physics I
An algebra-based introduction to Newtonian mechanics, conservation laws, motion, energy, and mechanical and thermal properties of matter. This course emphasizes quantitative problem-solving that requires mathematical skills comparable to MATH 1516 Pre-Calculus. Lecture and laboratory.
MATH 1132
Introduction to Statistics
An introduction to elementary statistics, including topics such as normal distribution, histograms, mean, standard deviations, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing techniques. Prerequisite: On the basis of placement scores, a student may be requi
PHIL 2170
Ethics
A non-denominational study of basic Christian doctrines. (Offered in alternate years.)
ADJU 2200
Criminal Law
A study of the history, evolution, principles and contemporary applications of criminal law, including substantive law, classifications of crimes, elements of crimes, matters of criminal responsibility.
ADJU 3100
Criminal Investigations
A study of the fundamentals of the investigative processes.
Concentration in Fermentation Science
BIOL 1501
Molecules and Cells
An introduction to the chemical and cellular basis of life for natural science majors. This course will examine biochemistry, cell structure and function, cell division, genetics, molecular biology, genomics and biotechnology. Lecture and laboratory. Students may not receive credit for both BIOL 1101 and BIOL 1501.
BIOL 3562
Microbiology & Immunology
The biology of microorganisms including systematics, metabolism, pathogenic mechanisms, and industrial uses. The cellular and humoral immune responses of vertebrates are emphasized in lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: BIOL 1501.
BIOL 3590
Cell Biology
CHEM 3501
Instrumental Analysis
A study of the theory and practice of modern instrumental methods of analysis to include sample preparation, UV-Vis, IR, Raman, fluorescence, atomic absorption and emission, gas and liquid chromatography, electro-analytical techniques, and mass spectrometry. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisites: CHEM 2501 and CHEM 2602.
CHEM 3552
Biochemistry
Same as BIOL 3552. An introduction to the chemistry of cellular processes, to include protein conformation and function, the generation and storage of metabolic energy, and the biosynthesis of important cellular structures as the main themes. The course will include a seminar emphasizing representative case studies involving the clinical application of biochemical knowledge. Prerequisite: CHEM 2602.
CHEM 4201
Practicum in Chemistry
A participatory study of a subject under the supervision and guidance of persons in an off-campus situation. Prerequisites: Junior standing and departmental approval. Application must be approved in the semester preceding the one in which the practicum is to be undertaken.
MATH 1132
Introduction to Statistics
An introduction to elementary statistics, including topics such as normal distribution, histograms, mean, standard deviations, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing techniques. Prerequisite: On the basis of placement scores, a student may be requi
MGT 2501
Principles of Management
An examination of major concepts, theories and practices in business management, with emphasis on planning, decision-making, basic organizational structures, motivation and leadership styles.
MKT 2501
Principles of Marketing
A study of the marketing environment; marketing, planning, and information; market segmentation; buyer behavior; strategies for product distribution, promotion, and pricing; societal issues, service, nonprofit and international marketing.
Required Courses for the B.S. in Chemistry
CHEM 1501
General Chemistry I
A study of the fundamental principles of chemistry, including atomic and molecular structure, nomenclature, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, gases, bonding, and periodicity. Lecture and Laboratory.
CHEM 1502
CHEM 1502 Lab
CHEM 2501
Chemical Analysis
CHEM 2601
Organic Chemistry I
A study of the structure, classification, properties, and reactions of hydrocarbons (both aliphatic and aromatic), organic halides and alcohols. The stereochemistry of organic compounds will also be studied. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: CHEM 1502.
CHEM 2602
Organic Chemistry II
A study of the structure, classification, properties, and reactions of oxygen- and nitrogen-containing organic compounds. The spectroscopic behavior of organic compounds will also be studied. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: CHEM 2601.
CHEM 3501
Instrumental Analysis
A study of the theory and practice of modern instrumental methods of analysis to include sample preparation, UV-Vis, IR, Raman, fluorescence, atomic absorption and emission, gas and liquid chromatography, electro-analytical techniques, and mass spectrometry. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisites: CHEM 2501 and CHEM 2602.
CHEM 3511
Thermodynamics and Kinetics
A study of concentration, time, and energy changes in chemical systems and reactions. Includes theory and applications in chemical kinetics, reaction dynamics, thermodynamics, and equilibria. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisites: CHEM 1502, MATH 1801, and PHYS 2521.
CHEM 3512
Quantum Mechanics/Spectroscopy
A study of the quantum behavior of chemical systems. Includes theory and applications in quantum mechanics and spectroscopy. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisites: CHEM 1502, MATH 1802, and PHYS 2522.
CHEM 3521
Inorganic Chemistry
A study of the structure, properties, and reactions of inorganic and organometallic compounds. Prerequisite: CHEM 2602.
CHEM 3552
Biochemistry
Same as BIOL 3552. An introduction to the chemistry of cellular processes, to include protein conformation and function, the generation and storage of metabolic energy, and the biosynthesis of important cellular structures as the main themes. The course will include a seminar emphasizing representative case studies involving the clinical application of biochemical knowledge. Prerequisite: CHEM 2602.
CHEM 4100
Chemistry Research Seminar
Skills in the area of chemical research will be developed. The student will be exposed to the chemical literature, research techniques, research safety, development of research questions, and approaches to research. The student will be expected to produce both written and oral research reports. Lecture and laboratory.
MATH 1801
Calculus
A study of the calculus of functions of a single variable. Topics may include techniques and application of differentiation, basic techniques of integration, applications of integration, elementary numerical integration, improper integrals and I'Hopital's Rule.
MATH 1802
Intermediate Calculus
A continuation of the study of the calculus of functions of a single variable. Topics may include more advanced techniques of integration, infinite sequences and series, power series (including Taylor and Maclaurin series), parametric equations and polar coordinates. Prerequisite: MATH 1801.
PHYS 2521
General Physics I
An algebra-based introduction to Newtonian mechanics, conservation laws, motion, energy, and mechanical and thermal properties of matter. This course emphasizes quantitative problem-solving that requires mathematical skills comparable to MATH 1516 Pre-Calculus. Lecture and laboratory.
PHYS 2522
General Physics II
An algebra-based introduction to wave motion, sound, light, electricity magnetism, and nuclear processes. This course emphasizes quantitative problem-solving that requires mathematical skills comparable to MATH 1516 Pre-Calculus. Lecture and Laboratory.
