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Chemistry 100-Level Courses (CHEM)
105 Chemistry and Society. (4)
Fundamentals of chemistry are studied with the aim of gaining an
understanding of the importance of chemistry for humanity and society. Topics of
historical interest and current relevance are explored. Laboratory emphasis is on the
principles of scientific inquiry, including the collection, analysis and interpretation of
data. Intended primarily for non-science majors. Fall and spring.
111 The Chemistry of Organic and Biochemical Molecules I. (4)
An introduction to chemical principles as applied to organic and
biochemical molecules. Topics include atomic theory, bonding, solutions and chemical
reactions, with emphasis on application of these principles to organic and biochemical
reactions. Laboratory emphasis is on the development of experimental skills, data
acquisition and interpretation, and acquiring an understanding of chemical reactions. This
course is intended for students majoring in allied health disciplines. Prerequisite: math
proficiency. Fall.
112 The Chemistry of Organic and Biochemical Molecules II. (4)
A continuation of the study of organic and biochemical molecules,
with special emphasis on carbohydrates, lipids and enzyme catalysis. Topics include the
study of metabolic pathways and their regulation, the study of kinetics and thermodynamics
of individual reactions, and integration of the pathways in normal and diseased states.
Laboratory emphasis is on the understanding of organic molecules and reactions, and on
enzyme catalysis. Prerequisites: 111 and math proficiency. Spring.
123 General Chemistry I. (4)
Topics include fundamentals of atomic structure, the periodic
table, chemical bonding, reactions, gases and kinetic molecular theory of matter.
Laboratory emphasis is on illustration of chemical principles, development of technique
and gaining familiarity with chemical substances. Prerequisite: math proficiency. Fall. |
