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CHEMISTRY
2005-2006 Faculty: Dr. Armstrong, Dr. Schaefer, Dr. Reid

Requirements for a Chemistry Major
CH 101, 102, 241, 242, 250, 299, 401, 402, 499 (taken twice); MA 254, 255, 256; PH 201, 202
TOTAL: 36 semester hours in Chemistry, plus 17 hours from outside the department. Additional hours in CH 300, Internship, are strongly recommended in order to gain practical experience and facilitate career options.

Requirements for a Chemistry Major - Pre-Med and Other Health Professions Track
CH 101, 102, 241, 242, 250, 299, 401, 402, 499 (taken twice); BI 201, 205, 272, 301, 304, 402; MA 254, 255, 256; PH 201, 202
TOTAL: 36 semester hours in Chemistry, plus 41 hours from outside the department. Additional hours in CH 300, Internship, are strongly recommended in order to gain practical experience.

Requirements for an Environmental Chemistry Major
CH 101, 102, 241, 242, 250, 299, 312, 313, 499 (taken twice); BI 201, 202, 208, 433; PH 201, 202; PY 207 and 207L
TOTAL: 34 semester hours in Chemistry, plus 27 hours from outside the department. Additional hours in CH 300, Internship, are strongly recommended in order to gain practical experience.

Requirements for a Biochemistry Major
CH 101, 102, 241, 242, 250, 299, 312, 313, 401, 499 (taken twice); BI 201 or 202; BI 205, 301; two additional courses from BI 312, 314, 331, 402 or 413; PH 201, 202; MA 254; PY 207and 207L
TOTAL: 39 semester hours in Chemistry, plus 34-35 hours from outside the department. Additional hours in CH 300, Internship, are strongly recommended in order to gain practical experience.

Requirements for a Chemistry Minor
Chemistry courses to total 21 semester hours, excluding CH 100, 399, 499.
TOTAL: 21 semester hours.

Courses
100. Contemporary Chemistry (4 hours: 3 lectures, 1 lab)
Second Semester
Introduction to chemical principles and their application to the contemporary world, centering on the chemistry of subjects of current interest to today’s consumer and citizen. Assumes no previous knowledge of chemistry. Not open to students who have completed CH 101 or its equivalent, or to students with senior standing. (IAI: P1 903L)

101. General Chemistry I (4 hours: 3 lectures, 1 lab)
First Semester
Introduction to the fundamental principles and applications of chemistry. Includes measurements, structures, properties, and reactions of atoms, ions, and molecules and the three phases of matter as applied to elements, compounds, and mixtures. (IAI: P1 903L)

102. General Chemistry II (4 hours: 3 lectures, 1 lab)
Second Semester
Continuation of Chemistry 101, covering chemical kinetics, equilibrium and thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. Prerequisite: CH 101.

241. Organic Chemistry I (5 hours: 4 lectures, 1 lab)
First Semester
Introduction to the preparation, properties, transformations and analysis of organic compounds. Laboratory training in the use of important apparatus and techniques. Prerequisite: CH 102.

242. Organic Chemistry II (5 hours: 4 lectures, 1 lab)
Second Semester
A continuation of Chemistry 241. Laboratory designed to illustrate representative organic reactions and techniques of synthesis and analysis. Prerequisite: CH 241.

250. Analytical Chemistry (4 hours: 3 lectures, 1 lab)
First Semester, alternate years. Offered 2007-2008.
The theory, principles and applications of analysis of chemical compounds and mixtures. Classical gravimetric and volumetric methods as well as modern instrumental techniques are included. Prerequisite: CH 102.

299. Scientific Communication (2 hours)
Second Semester
Techniques involved in searching the scientific literature, writing scientific reports, and making presentations. Reports and presentations may be intended for a scientific audience and the general public. Modern computer searching and presentation technologies are emphasized. Prerequisite: CH 102 or consent of instructor.

300. Internship (1-12 hours)
Each Semester
Internships involve working and learning experiences off campus. Each student’s program is developed according to established College guidelines under the sponsorship of a faculty member. See the index under “Internships” for reference to additional information on internship guidelines, or consult the department chair. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above. Not open to any student who is on academic, social, or Work probation.

306. Intermediate Organic Chemistry (4 hours: 3 lectures, 1 lab)
As Needed
Survey of modern methods of synthesis and analysis of organic compounds and a study of organic reaction mechanisms. Prerequisite: CH 242.

312. Biochemistry I (4 hours: 3 lectures, 1 lab)
First Semester, alternate years. Offered 2007-2008.
The chemistry of biologically important compounds and an introduction to their roles in living organisms. Includes an introduction to enzyme kinetics, molecular biology, bioenergetics, and the structure and function of lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins. Laboratory includes techniques of analysis of biological compounds. Prerequisite: CH 241.

313. Biochemistry II (4 hours: 3 lectures, 1 lab)
Second Semester, alternate years. Offered 2007-2008.
A continuation of CH 312, covering the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids and nitrogen-containing compounds. Prerequisite: CH 312.

344. Inorganic Chemistry (3 hours)
As Needed
Survey at the intermediate level of modern inorganic chemistry. Prerequisite: CH 241 or 250.

390. Topics in Chemistry (3 hours)
As Needed
In depth study of a selected topic in advanced chemistry. Prerequisites: CH 242 and consent of instructor.

399. Chemical Problems (1-4 hours)
Each Semester
A study of problems, methods, and preparation in chemistry, designed to encourage independent study and research. May be repeated for credit. Conferences and laboratory periods. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

401. Physical Chemistry (5 hours: 4 lectures, 1 lab)
First Semester, alternate years. Offered 2006-2007.
Dealing with the laws, theories, and principles of physical chemistry as related to thermodynamic properties of gases, liquids, solids and solutions. Prerequisites: CH 101, PH 201, 202, MA 254.

402. Physical Chemistry (5 hours: 4 lectures, 1 lab)
Second Semester, alternate years. Offered 2006-2007.
Continuation of CH 401, covering quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics and kinetics. Prerequisite: CH 401.

499. Chemistry Seminar (1 hour)
Each Semester
Designed to acquaint the student with the chemical literature and current areas of research and to develop skill in the oral and written presentation of reports. Two semester hours required for the chemistry major. Prerequisites: CH 242 and senior standing.

PHYSICS
2005-2006 Faculty: Dr. Schaefer

Courses
201. General College Physics I (4 hours: 3 lectures, 1 lab)
First Semester
Principles of physics. Mechanics and thermodynamics are covered. Prerequisite: Good background in algebra and trigonometry. (IAI: P1 900)

202. General College Physics II (4 hours: 3 lectures, 1 lab)
Second Semester
A continuation of Physics 201, dealing with waves, electricity and magnetism, and optics. Prerequisite: PH 201.

301. Calculus Based Physics (1 hour)
Second Semester
The theory and application of calculus to physics is studied as a supplement to the non-calculus, college physics sequence. This is intended for those students who want a more rigorous mathematical treatment of the subject or who require a calculus based physics course to enter an engineering or graduate program. Prerequisite: PH 201, MA 255.

399. Independent Study in Intermediate Physics (1-3 hours)
Each Semester, as needed.
Self-motivated study in a selected topic of physics at the sophomore-junior level. If student interest and equipment allow, a laboratory experience may be incorporated. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours. Prerequisites: PH 202, PH 301, consent of instructor.