Undergraduate Course Catalog 2008-2009
College of Engineering and Physical Sciences
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Chemistry (CHEM)
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Professor: Christopher F. Bauer, N. Dennis Chasteen, Arthur Greenberg, Richard P. Johnson, Howard R. Mayne, Glen P. Miller, W. Rudolf Seitz, Sterling A. Tomellini, Gary R. Weisman, Edward H. Wong, Charles K. Zercher
Associate Professor: Steven B. Levery, Roy Paul Planalp
Assistant Professor: Margaret E. Greenslade
“Chemistry is everywhere. From agriculture to health care, chemistry extends life and improves its quality. From disposable diapers to space suits, chemistry provides new materials for clothing, shelter, and recreation. From computer chips to fiber optics, chemistry is the foundation of today’s high technology.” (American Chemical Society)
A study in chemistry is the pathway to multiple options. These options range from a career in education, law, forensics, medicine, biotechnology, environmental protection, technical sales, pharmaceutical research, semiconductors, and industrial chemical production. The potential is limitless. Students interested in pursuing chemistry as an undergraduate degree have three options available to them, which are based on their career plans. These are the bachelor of science degree; a bachelor of arts degree; and a bachelor of arts, chemistry and physics teaching degree. Since the required chemistry courses in each degree program are the same the first year, it is easy to change from one program to another.
In general, a first-year student should register for the following courses, and this applies to all three programs: First Semester: Freshman Seminar, Chemistry 400; General Chemistry with lab, Chemistry 403; Calculus I, Mathematics 425; Second Semester: Freshman Seminar, Chemistry 400; General Chemistry with lab, Chemistry 404; Calculus II, Mathematics 426; Freshman English, English 401W.
Requirements
1. Satisfy general education requirements.
2. For specific course requirements, see the accompanying chart.
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
This curriculum prepares students for careers requiring a thorough knowledge of chemistry and provides a strong foundation for careers in industry, professional schools (e.g., medical schools) and for graduate study in chemistry or in interdisciplinary areas. The curriculum requires a greater depth in chemistry and physics than do the other degree programs.
Requirements
1. Satisfy general education requirements.
2. For specific course requirements, see Baccalaureate Degree Required Chemistry Courses.
Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry
This curriculum offers students the opportunity to combine the
chemistry major with other interests, for example, preprofessional
programs, education, and business.
Requirements
1. Satisfy general education requirements.
2. Satisfy the bachelor of arts degree requirements.
3. For specific course requirements, see the accompanying chart.
Baccalaureate Degree Required Chemistry Courses
| Course Number | Title | BS | BA |
|---|---|---|---|
| 400 | Freshman Seminar | x | x |
| 403, 404 | General Chemistry | x | x |
| 517, 518 | Quantitative Analysis | x | x |
| 547 & 549 | Organic Chemistry I | x | x |
| 548 & 550 | Organic Chemistry II | x | x |
| 574 | Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry | x | x |
| 683 & 685 | Physical Chemistry I | x | x |
| 684 & 686 | Physical Chemistry II | x | x |
| 762 & 763 | Instrumental Methods of Chemical Analysis | x | x |
| 698 | Seminar | x | x |
| 699 | Thesis | x | |
| 755 & 756 | Advanced Organic Chemistry | x | |
| 774 & 775 | Advanced Inorganic Chemistry | x | |
| 776 | Physical Chemistry III | x | |
| 708 | Spectroscopic Investigations of Organic Molecules |
Other Requirements
All majors: MATH 425 and 426, Calculus I and II.
B.A.s are required to take 698, Seminar; it also meets writing intensive requirements.
B.S. degree: PHYS 407-408, General Physics I and II; BCHM 658 or 751, Biochemistry; one chemistry-related course.†
B.A. degree, chemistry major: PHYS 407, General Physics I, or PHYS 401-402, Introduction to Physics I and II; two other CHEM courses, except 698, or two approved chemistry-related courses.†
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† Suggested courses: MATH 527, 528; PHYS 505; EE 620; BCHM 658, 751.
Bachelor of Arts, Chemistry and Physics Teaching
This major is designed for students who wish to teach chemistry and physics in secondary schools. The number of positions available for teaching chemistry or physics alone is limited, but many opportunities exist to teach both subjects on the secondary-school level. Chemistry and physics teaching majors will have good preparation for teaching these subjects and will have the necessary mathematics and education background.
Requirements
1. Satisfy general education requirements.
2. Satisfy the bachelor of arts degree requirements.
3. Chemistry requirements: 400, Freshmen Seminar; 403-404, General Chemistry; 517, 518, Quantitative Analysis; 545, 546 or 547-548 and 549-550, Organic Chemistry; 683-684 and 685-686, Physical Chemistry I and II.
4. Physics requirements: 407, General Physics I; 408, General Physics II; 505, General Physics III; 605, Experimental Physics I. PHYS 406, Introduction to Modern Astronomy, is strongly recommended.
5. Math requirements: 425, Calculus I, and 426, Calculus II.
6. All education courses in the teacher preparation program.
General Science Certification
Students majoring in animal sciences, biochemistry, biology, environmental conservation studies, environmental sciences, forestry, microbiology, plant biology, wildlife management, or zoology may seek certification to teach science at the middle, junior, or high school level.
For further information, contact the coordinator of teacher education in the Department of Education and see College of Life Sciences and Agriculture/Degrees.
