03 - Chemistry

03-101 Basic Inorganic Chemistry

Principles of inorganic chemistry are covered including atomic structure, chemical bonds, states of matter, chemical reactions and nature of compounds, solutions, reaction rates, chemical equilibrium, electrolytes, nuclear processes and applications of the laws of physics where applicable.

3

Prerequisites

High school Chemistry.

03-102 Basic Inorganic Chemistry Lab

This lab illustrates the principles studied in 03-101. Required of students registered for 03-101.

1

Corequisites

Enrollment in 03-101.

03-103 Basic Inorganic Chemistry II

This class is a continuation of 03-101.

3

03-104 Basic Inorganic Chemistry II Lab

This lab illustrates the principles studied in 03-103. Required of students registered in 03-103.

1

Prerequisites

Enrollment in 03-103.

03-105 Introductory Organic and Biochemistry

This course is a survey of principles of organic and biochemistry, particularly as they relate to the health sciences. Areas studied include aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, alcohols and ethers, aldehydes and ketones, carboxylic acids and derivatives, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids and enzymes. The courses is required of Nursing majors.

3

Prerequisites

High school Chemistry.

03-106 Topics in Chemistry

This introduction to Chemistry for students in the humanities, social sciences or communication arts presents some of the findings from the wide variety of fields in Chemistry to people who have remained isolated from these developments.

3

03-107 Chemistry of Hazardous Materials

This course introduces students to some common chemical hazards, as well as to the EPA, OSHA, NFPA and other federal and state agencies regulating these hazards.

3

03-108 Chemistry and the Environment

This course for non-majors focuses on the basic concepts of Chemistry as applied to the environment.

3

03-109 Chemistry and Society

For non-majors this course introduces elementary topics in Chemistry with applications in society.

3

03-110 General Chemistry I

The general course is based on physical principles, with an emphasis on kinetic theory and elementary thermodynamics as applied to gas behavior, heats of reaction and bond energy. Concepts covered include elementary quantum mechanics as applied to spectral phenomena, periodicity and bonding theory.

4

Prerequisites

High school Chemistry.

03-111 General Chemistry I Lab

This course provides a study of quantitative applications of topics covered in 03-110.

1

Corequisites

Enrollment in 03-110.

03-115 General Chemistry II

Students explore solution theory, electrochemistry and redox theory, chemical equilibrium, acid-base theories, elementary chemical kinetics, radiochemistry and transition metal complexes.

4

Prerequisites

03-110.

03-116 General Chemistry II Lab

This laboratory stresses quantitative aspects of topics treated in 03-115.

1

Corequisites

Enrollment in 03-115.

03-118 Fundamentals of General Chemistry

This course provides the student with an overview of the two semester sequence.   Concepts covered include elementary quantum chemistry, periodicity, bonding theory, solution chemistry, electrochemistry, redox theory, chemical equilibrium, acid-base theories, thermodynamics, and kinetics.

3

03-120 Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry

This overview of organic chemistry that covers all of the primary families and their functional groups, some members in each family, and some basic reactions that are of interest in each family.

3

Prerequisites

03-115.

03-122 Introduction to Forensic Chemistry

This course is designed to introduce the students to the chemical aspects of criminal investigation and the analytical techniques used in gathering evidence at the crime scene. Studies will include the chemistry of and the instrumentation used in drug identification, arson, paint/fiber/glass and other evidential identification from chemical residue.

3

03-123 Introduction to Forensic Chemistry Lab

This course provides a laboratory experience and quantitative applications of the concepts and topics of 03-122.

1

Corequisites

Enrollment in 03-122.

03-220 Organic Chemistry I

This integrated presentation of organic chemistry emphasizes the theoretical and mechanistic aspects of organic reactions. Topics covered include carbonium ion, free radical and carbene intermediates, Sn-l, Sn-2, E-l and E-2 mechanisms and stereochemistry.

4

Prerequisites

03-115.

03-221 Organic Chemistry I Lab

This lab applies the principles stressed in 03-220.

1

Corequisites

Enrollment in 03-220.

03-225 Organic Chemistry II

Students explore spectroscopy and the mechanistic approach to functional group chemistry; interpretations of N.M.R., UV, visible and IR spectra; and the chemistry of alcohols, acids, aldehydes, ketones, amines, esters, ethers, aryl halides and various bi-functional compounds.

4

Prerequisites

03-220.

03-226 Organic Chemistry II Lab

This lab applies the subjects and principles stressed in 03-225.

1

Corequisites

Enrollment in 03-225.

03-230 Organic Chemistry I for Chemistry/Biochemistry Majors

This course explores the structure, bonding, and physical properties of organic materials and introduces the nomenclature of organic chemistry. This course focuses specifically on the structure, properties, bonding, stereochemistry, reactions, and reaction mechanisms of carbon based molecules.
3

Prerequisites

03-115; 03-116.

Corequisites

03-232.

03-232 Fundamental Spectroscopy

This course provides the presentation of physical theories and the practice of the most common spectroscopic techniques used for identification and quantitation of chemical systems. Topics include atomic and molecular spectroscopies; UV-VIS, IR, AA, NMR, and Fluorescence.

2

Prerequisites

03-115; 03-116.

Corequisites

03-230.

03-235 Organic Chemistry II for Chemistry/Biochemistry Majors

This course builds upon the material covered in 03-230.  It covers functional group transformations useful for chemical synthesis, bonding and structure of organic molecules, and the identification of organic compounds using these properties.  Applications of organic chemistry principles to multi-step organic synthesis for the preparation of novel materials, polymers, and relevant marcomolecules will be discussed.
3

Prerequisites

03-230; 03-232.

Corequisites

03-236

03-236 Organic Chemistry Lab for Chemistry/Biochemistry Majors

The course provides an introduction to the synthesis of organic compounds as well as methods of purification, and identification of organic compounds.  Laboratory topics include recrystallization, melting points; distillations; extractions; chromatography; spectroscopic techniques; radical chain reactions, elimination and addition reactions; electrophilic substitution; and oxidation and reduction reactions. 
2

Prerequisites

03-230; 03-232.

Corequisites

03-235

03-250 Research

An opportunity for students to work with faculty members on problems of basic research.

1-4

Prerequisites

Consent.

03-296 Research Methods Seminar

This course is intended to give an overview of the research process and focus strongly on scientific communication.  Topics covered include research ethics, scientific method and the experimental process, literature searches and literature reviews, scientific writing (journals, proposals, abstracts), and presentation skills.  This course partially fulfills the advanced writing requirement for the Chemistry, Forensic Chemistry Concentration, or Biochemistry (Bachelor of Science) major.
1

03-300 Physical Chemistry I

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to theories on gases, physical transformations, chemical equilibrium, phase diagrams, mixtures, electrochemistry, and the laws of thermodynamics. (See 17-331.)

3

Prerequisites

03-225 and 17-215.

03-301 Physical Chemistry I Lab

This lab applies theories and principles emphasized in 03-300.

1

Corequisites

Enrollment in 03-300.

03-302 Biophysical Chemistry I

Biophysical Chemistry will explore the applications of physical chemistry to probe the structure, function, and reactivity of biological systems.  More specifically this course applies the theories of gases, physical transformation, chemical equilibrium, phase diagrams, mixtures, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, and the laws of statistical thermodynamics to biological and supramolecular systems.  The approach seeks to derive phenomena in biological systems in terms of either the molecules that make up the system or the supra-molecular structure of the system.

3

Prerequisites

03-232; 13-250; 17-218

03-303 Biophysical Chemistry Lab I

This lab applies the theories, principles, and techniques emphasized in 03-302, namely theories of gases, physical transformation, chemical equilibrium, phase diagrams, mixtures, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, and the laws of statistical thermodynamics to biological and macromolecular systems.
1

Corequisites

03-302.

03-305 Physical Chemistry II

A continuation of 03-300, this course covers Quantum theory, atomic structure, spectroscopy, statistical mechanics and kinetics.

3

Prerequisites

03-300.

03-306 Physical Chemistry II Lab

This lab applies theories and principles emphasized in 03-305.

1

Corequisites

Enrollment in 03-305.

03-307 Biophysical Chemistry II

A continuation of 03-302, this course covers kinetics, quantum theory, atomic structure, spectroscopy, photochemistry, photobiology and macromolecules.

3

Prerequisites

03-302.

03-308 Biophysical Chemistry II Lab

This lab applies the theories and principles emphasized in 03-307, namely kinetics, quantum theory, atomic structure, spectroscopy, photochemistry, photobiology and macromolecules
1

Corequisites

03-307

03-320 Analytical Chemistry

Students learn about the equilibrium theory as applied to analytical procedures in acid-base systems, oxidation-reduction processes, solubility, and complexation phenomena.

3

Prerequisites

03-115; 03-232. Required of Chemistry majors.

03-321 Analytical Chemistry Lab

This lab provides a study of the theory and practice of quantitative separations and analyses including training in volumetric and gravimetric techniques in the four areas specified in 03-320.

1

Corequisites

Enrollment in 03-320.

03-325 Instrumental Analysis

Instrumental methods of analysis are studied in the context of the physical theories underlying their application to chemical systems. Other topics covered include: infrared, UV-visible, x-ray and atomic absorption spectroscopy; electrometric methods of analysis; and N.M.R., gas chromatography and mass spectrometry.

2

Prerequisites

03-320 or permission from instructor and enrollment in 03-326. Required of Chemistry majors.

03-326 Instrumental Analysis Lab

Students practice the physical methods of analysis in several of the areas specified in 03-325.

2

Prerequisites

03-320 and enrollment in 03-325.

03-332 Advanced Instrumental Analysis

Advanced spectroscopic theory and instrumental methods are studied and applied in the context of chemical systems. Topic covered in 03-232 are expanded and other topics covered include chromatography, mass spectrometry, electrochemistry, and x-ray absorption and diffraction.

2

Prerequisites

03-232.

03-340 Environmental Chemistry I

Students explore the sources, fundamental principles, reactions, transport, effects and fate of chemicals in water and waste water. Sources of energy and energy alternatives are studied, together with problems of hazardous waste and possible remediation approaches.

3

Prerequisites

03-115.

03-341 Environmental Chemistry I Lab

Students apply the principles stressed in 03-340.

1

Corequisites

Enrollment in 03-340.

03-342 Environmental Chemistry II

A continuation of 03-340, the course studies the sources, reactions, transport, effects and fate of chemicals in the atmosphere, as well as solid waste and soil environments. Advanced laboratory techniques are examined in order to understand how various chemicals involved in pollution of water, air and soil environments are analyzed.

3

Prerequisites

03-115 and 03-340.

03-343 Environmental Chemistry II Lab

Students apply the principles stressed in 03-342.

1

Corequisites

Enrollment in 03-342.

03-397 Chemistry/Biochemistry Seminar

This seminar gives students the opportunity to explore contemporary topics in Chemistry/Biochemistry though literature research and class presentations and by attending seminars and colloquia.  This seminar will also develop the research project proposal that will be conducted in the Capstone Project course.

1

Prerequisites

Junior/Senior standing in Chemistry/Biochemistry; 03-296.

03-398 Special Topics

Subject matter of a specialized nature is covered in detail.  Lab reports and/or research papers may be required.

1-4

Prerequisites

Consent of department chair may be required.

03-400 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry

Students study quantum chemistry, including the vector model of the atom; spectroscopic terms and states; transition metal complexes stereochemistry, spectral properties, magnetochemistry and reactions studied in the light of relevant bonding theories. The class also covers compounds of main group elements, with an emphasis on physical methods of investigation.

3

Prerequisites

03-235, 03-300 or 03-320.

03-401 Advanced Organic Chemistry

A study of physical organic chemistry, this course emphasizes reaction mechanisms, reaction kinetics, stereochemistry and physical principles.

3

Prerequisites

03-235, 03-305.

03-402 Topics in Organic Chemistry

This course discusses of the current topics in organic chemistry.  Lab reports and/or research papers may be required.

3

Prerequisites

Consent of department chair may be required.

03-403 Nuclear Chemistry

Students explore the properties of atomic nuclei, including radioactivity and nuclear decay, nuclear reactions, penetration of a potential barrier by the alpha particle, Fermi's theory of beta decay, modern ideas of the structure of the nucleus, theories of low and intermediate energy-induced nuclear reactions, the deuteron problem and nucleon-nucleon scattering. (See 17-410.)

3

Prerequisites

17-215.

03-404 Radiochemistry

This course focuses on the nature, production and applications of radioactivity. Topics include radioactive decay processes, types of radioactive decay, atomic nuclei, interactions with matter and radiochemical instrumentation.

3

Prerequisites

17-215.

03-405 Biochemistry I

The focus of this course is on major classes of molecules found in the living cells: water, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids. The course explores concepts of organic and physical chemistry as they apply to biological molecules. The organic functional groups that define the structures and determine the chemical and physical properties of the biomolecules and their building blocks are described. The concept of "structure determining the function" of biomolecules is explored. Emphasis is on the concepts of thermodynamics: entropy, enthalpy and the free energy as they apply to protein folding, ligand binding, the mechanism of enzyme catalysis and enzyme kinetics.

3

Prerequisites

03-235.

03-406 Biochemistry I Lab

This is a laboratory course to accompany Biochemistry I lecture (03-405). This course introduces students to the methods used to design and run controlled experiments with proper standards. Experiments focus on techniques used in the purification and characterization of the different biological molecules mainly proteins, carbohydrates and lipids such as chromatography and spectroscopy. Experiments also focus on different aspects of enzyme methodology and enzyme kinetics.

1

Corequisites

Enrollment in 03-405.

03-407 Biochemistry II

This course focuses mainly on bioenergetics and metabolism. Bioenergetics is the quantitative study of energy conversions in biological systems following the laws of thermodynamics. The focus is on the chemical reactions of the central metabolic pathways which are common to all forms of life. These pathways involve multienzymatic reactions that result in the degradation and synthesis of the different biological molecules at steady state conditions. The role of ATP and its production through glycolysis, citric acid cycle, Beta oxidation, urea cycle, oxidative deamination, transamination, electron transport and oxidative phosphorylation is explored in detail. The analysis of the control and integration of these pathways are also described. Emphasis is on energy coupling of reactions in biological systems and the thermodynamic properties of the reactions such as entropy (delta S), enthalpy (delta H) and free energy (delta G) and how they determine reaction spontaneity. The students will also be instructed in critical reading and analysis skills of original scientific, biochemical articles.

3

Prerequisites

03-235.

03-408 Biochemistry II Lab

This is a laboratory course to accompany Biochemistry II lecture (03-407). New techniques are introduced. Students are expected to work independently in designing and preparing all reagents needed for the experiments. Experiments include the application of techniques such as chromatography, UV spectroscopy, immunoassays, electrophoresis, DNA fingerprinting, and NMR spectroscopy to analyze and characterize biological molecules. During the second half of the semester, students are expected to design and perform experiments for a research project.

1

Corequisites

Enrollment in 03-407.

03-415 Advanced Forensic Chemistry I

This course includes detailed investigation of current topics in forensic chemistry and forensic science.   Topics include arson and explosives investigation, drug analysis, the analysis of paint and gunshot residue, and questioned documents analysis.   Students will also learn the basics of crime scene procedures, chain-of-custody, quality assurance, courtroom testimony, laboratory accreditation, and analyst certification. This course will include three hours of lecture per week along with a three hour weekly laboratory

4

Prerequisites

03-235.

03-416 Advanced Forensic Chemistry II

The second semester course will build on topics learned in Advanced Forensic Chemistry I.   students will explore the principles of forensic identification analysis and comparison of biological evidentiary samples such as blood, semen, saliva, and other biological samples and tissues.   The course will include electrophoresis, DNA extraction procedures, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), DNA typing, sex and race determination, methods of DNA analysis and detection, and other topics.   This class will include three hours of lecture per week along with a three hour weekly laboratory.

4

Prerequisites

03-415.

03-417 Trace Analysis

This course will provide a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the field of trace analysis. Students will learn about sample acquisition and the analysis of trace organic pollutants using gas chromatography (GC) and gas chromatography mass spectometry (GC-MS) techniques. These techniques will then be applied in the identification of unknown trace compounds. Statistical methods will be covered in the evaluation of experimental errors. This course will also cover governmental regulatory limits along with the methods for monitoring and enforcing these limits.

3

Prerequisites

03-320, 03-235.

03-418 Advanced Toxicology

Students will explore the principles of toxicology, environmental problems, testing procedures, and governmental regulations. The toxicology and subsequent treatment of exposures to major drug categories, industrial chemicals, household consumer products, and drugs of abuse will be covered. The course will also cover the characterization and handling of physical evidence collected at the scene of a fire or explosion.

3

Prerequisites

03-320, 03-235.

03-420 Advanced Chemical Laboratory Topics

This course may include any number of different advanced techniques for the synthesis, purification, and characterization of inorganic, organic, organometallic, or biochemical compounds.   Students may also study the synthesis and characterization of air-sensitive and water-sensitive organometallic compounds and transition metal complexes.   Complexes will be analyzed using a variety of instrumental methods.

2

Prerequisites

Consent of instructor and/or department chair.

03-450 Research

An opportunity for students to work with faculty members on problems at an advanced level. Lab reports and/or research papers may be required.

1-4

Prerequisites

B.S. Chemistry major. Approval of instructor and/or chairperson.

03-465 Capstone Project

In this course, students carry out a major project or set of topically-linked smaller projects from proposal through data collection and data analysis to dissemination. Capstone projects may be experimental, computational, or pedagogical depending on the students’ interests and emphasis within the major.  Students present their Capstone Project results in a written journal-style article, an oral presentation, and a poster.  This course partially fulfills the advanced writing requirement for the Chemistry/Biochemistry (Bachelor of Science) major.
1

Prerequisites

03-397.

03-470 Internship

This course is designed to provide students with a supervised experience. A written report is required. Students wishing to enroll in this course should see the instructor. Approximately 70 clock hours are required for every semester hour credit.

1-6

Prerequisites

Approval of internship coordinator and chairperson.

03-497 Seminar

An opportunity for students to investigate a current topic in the chemical literature. The findings will be organized in a term paper and presented to the department.

1

Prerequisites

Approval of instructor and/or chairperson.

03-498 Special Topics

Subject matter of a specialized nature is covered in detail.  Lab reports and/or research papers may be required.

1-4

Prerequisites

Approval of instructor and/or chairperson.

03-499 Independent Study

Students undertake advanced study in Chemistry under the supervision of a departmental faculty member.

1-4

Prerequisites

Approval of instructor and/or chairperson. To qualify for an Independent Study, a student must have successfully completed 60 credit hours, at least 12 of which were earned at Lewis, and have earned at Lewis University a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.