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CHEM 100. Medicinal Plants for Poets (includes laboratory) (1 course) This course examines the concepts needed to understand medicinal plants from a broad scientific and cultural perspective. In addition to developing basic chemical concepts (emphasizing bonding and structure, and their effects on chemical behavior), the course will draw on areas such as pharmacology in order to build a complete picture of how medicinal plants function. Issues such as the cultural origins of medicinal plant knowledge, the nature of the scientific methods/scientific truth, and the changing role of medicinal plants in society will also be examined. The laboratory will consist of experiments and activities designed to illustrate and elaborate on ideas discussed in lecture . No prerequisites. Not open to students with credit for CHEM 103 or its equivalent. May not be counted toward a major in chemistry. CHEM 103. Principles of Chemistry I (includes laboratory) (1 course) (discontinued after Spring Semester 2001) The first course in chemistry in a two-course sequence. A consideration at the introductory level of chemical nomenclature, reactions, equations, thermochemistry and chemical bonding. No prerequisite. The second course in the two-course sequence. Primary consideration is given to the topics of chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acid-base theory and electrochemistry. Prerequisite: CHEM 103 or placement by department examination. CHEM 120. Structure and Properties of Organic Molecules (1 course, class and lab) This course introduces the basics of chemical bonding, structure, and behavior in the context of organic molecules. Emphasis is placed on the nature of bonding, how chemists determine structure, the 3-dimensional aspects of structure, and how molecular structure determines chemical behavior. Lab activities are designed to reinforce class topics while introducing common organic lab techniques such as liquid-liquid extraction, NMR, IR, GC/MS, and molecular modeling. Prerequisite - High school chemistry or CHEM 100. CHEM 130. Structure and Properties of Inorganic Compounds (1 course, class and lab) An introduction to structure, bonding and properties of inorganic compounds. Topics covered include basic quantum theory, bonding theories, molecular and solid state structure, and periodic properties of the elements and their compounds. Application of these topics to biological, environmental, and geological systems will be stressed. The lab will focus on the synthesis of inorganic substances, including simple ionic substances and coordination complexes and their characterization by UV/Vis and IR spectroscopy, magnetic susceptibility, and conductivity. Prerequisite - High school chemistry or CHEM 100. CHEM 170. Stoichiometric Calculations (1/4 course, class only) A review of the quantitative treatment of chemistry and chemical reactions. Topics include ways to express the absolute and relative amount of chemicals (grams, moles, and concentration), balancing chemical reactions, mole-to-mole relationships, limiting reagents, and theoretical yields. Prerequisite - High school chemistry or CHEM 100. CHEM 190. General Chemistry (1 course) Advanced placement credit for entering first-year students. CHEM 197. First-year Seminar (includes laboratory) (1 course) A seminar focused on a theme related to the study of chemistry. Open only to first-year students. CHEM 201. Introduction to Organic Chemistry (includes laboratory) (1 course) (discontinued after Spring Semester 2001) First course of a two-course sequence in organic chemistry. An introduction to aliphatic and aromatic compounds, bonding, stereochemistry, functional groups and their identification, organic reactions and the properties of organic substances. Prerequisite: CHEM 104 is a prerequisite for all 300-400 level chemistry courses. An introduction to the theory and practice of quantitative methods of analysis. Topics covered include gravimetry, titrimetry, spectrophotometry, potentiometry, voltammetry, chromatography and statistical methods of analysis. Prerequisite: CHEM 104. CHEM 212. Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry (includes laboratory) (1 course) (discontinued after Spring Semester 2001) A study of the descriptive chemistry of the elements and their important compounds, including coordination chemistry and organometallic chemistry. The laboratory emphasizes the synthesis and characterization of different kinds of inorganic compounds. This course is a W-course, with formally written laboratory reports. Prerequisite: CHEM 104. CHEM 240. Structure and Function of Biomolecules (1 course, class and lab) An introduction to the molecules of living organisms. Topics will include the chemical and physical nature of biological macromolecules including proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, and carbohydrates. The lab will emphasize characterization of biomolecules using common biochemical techniques. Physical and computer models will be utilized in both class and lab. Prerequisite: CHEM 120. CHEM 260. Thermodynamics, Equilibrium and Kinetics (1 course, class and lab) A rigorous introduction to the theoretical principles governing the favorability of reactions, the extent of reactions, and the rate of reactions. The application of these topics to environmental chemistry, geochemistry, and/or biochemistry also is considered. Laboratory work is designed to reinforce class topics while stressing the importance of making careful quantitative measurements and the careful design of experiments. Prerequisite: CHEM 170, and CHEM 120 or CHEM 130. CHEM 304. Intermediate Organic Chemistry (includes laboratory) (1 course) (discontinued after Spring Semester 2001) Second course of the two-course sequence in organic chemistry. Includes synthesis and reactions of organic compounds including polyfunctional, polycyclic and heterocyclic substances, compounds of biological importance and a consideration of reaction mechanisms. Laboratory: more advanced synthesis and techniques of purification and identification of organic substances using modern instrumental methods. Prerequisite: CHEM 201. CHEM 306. Biochemistry (includes laboratory) (1 course) (discontinued after Fall Semester 2001-2002) An introduction to the chemistry of living organisms. Topics covered include the chemical and physical behavior of biomolecules (proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates), the molecular basis for storage and transmission of genetic information and basic metabolic pathways and principles. The laboratory introduces the fundamental techniques of modern biochemistry. Prerequisite: CHEM 304. CHEM 311. Physical Chemistry I (includes laboratory) (1 course) (discontinued after Fall Semester 2001-2002) A theoretical and experimental study of many fundamental concepts in physical chemistry. Kinetics/reaction dynamics, the kinetic-molecular theory of gases and thermodynamics are the primary topics covered. Prerequisite: CHEM 211, 212, 304, PHYS 122 and MATH 152. CHEM 320. Organic Mechanisms and Synthesis (1 course, class and lab) This course focuses on the concept of reaction mechanisms, surveys a variety of reactions, and introduces the principles of organic synthetic design and strategy. Laboratory introduces fundamental methods of synthesis and purification, and makes heavy use of instrumentation to verify structure and purity. Prerequisite: CHEM 120 and 170. CHEM 331. Inorganic Reaction Mechanisms (1/2 course, class only) Topics include organometallic reaction mechanisms, inorganic catalytic cycles, inner and outer sphere redox chemistry, dissociative and associative mechanisms in coordination chemistry, major bionorganic reaction mechanisms, and inorganic photochemistry. Prerequisite: CHEM 120, 130, and 260. CHEM 332. Inorganic Synthesis (1/2 course, 1 hour class and lab) A laboratory course focusing on advanced synthesis techniques such as air sensitive handling, sublimation, and solid-state synthesis. Use of the chemical literature will be integrated into the course. Prerequisite: CHEM 120, 130, and 260. CHEM 335. Topics in Chemical Reactivity (1/2 course, class or lab) Selected topics in inorganic and organic chemical reactivity are offered. May be repeated for credit (with a different topic). Prerequisite: varies with topic. CHEM 341. Advanced Biochemistry (1 course, class and lab) A detailed examination of the function, bioenergetics, and regulatory mechanisms of enzymes. A survey of intermediate metabolism that focuses on chemical transformation, regulation, and integration at both the cellular level and between different organs. Prerequisite: CHEM 240 and 260. CHEM 342. Topics in Biochemistry (1/2 course, class or lab) Selected topics in biochemistry are offered. May be repeated for credit (with a different topic). Prerequisite: varies with topic. CHEM 351. Chemometrics (1/2 course, class only) An introduction to the mathematical handling of chemical data, including the statistical analysis of data, linear regression, standardization strategies, sampling, optimization, and ruggedness testing. Prerequisite: CHEM 260. CHEM 352. Analytical Equilibria (1/2 course, class only) This course provides a more detailed examination of equilibrium chemistry and its application to gravimetry, titrimetry, and analytical separations, including solvent extractions and chromatography. Prerequisite: CHEM 260. CHEM 353. Instrumental Methods of Analysis (1/2 course, class only) A detailed examination of spectroscopic, electrochemical, and flow injection methods of analysis. The application of kinetic methods of analysis is also considered. Prerequisite: CHEM 260. CHEM 354. Topics in Chemical Analysis (1/2 course, class or lab) Selected topics in chemical analysis are offered. May be repeated for credit (with a different topic). Prerequisites: varies with topic. CHEM 361. Chemical Kinetics (1/2 course, class only) A careful study of the key methods for the kinetics analysis of chemical systems. In addition to reviewing basic methodologies such as the method of initial rates and simple integrated rate equations, considerable attention is given to more complicated kinetic mechanisms. Consecutive, competing, oscillating, and explosive reactions are covered. Prerequisite: MATH 152, PHYS 122, and CHEM 260. CHEM 362. Chemical Thermodynamics (1/2 course, class only) This course will look at the fundamental principles of thermodynamics and how those principles govern the behavior of chemical systems. Emphasis will be given to applications in biochemical systems. Prerequisite: MATH 152, PHYS 122, and CHEM 260. CHEM 363. Quantum Mechanics in Chemistry (1/2 course, class only) This course examines the core quantum mechanical models, including the particle in a box, the harmonic oscillator, the rigid rotor, and the hydrogen atom. Emphasis is placed on the power and limits of each model in explaining molecular vibrations, rotations, and electronic motions. Approximation methods are discussed to extend the models to a larger number of physical systems. Prerequisite: MATH 152, PHYS 122, and CHEM 260. CHEM 364. Topics in Theoretical and Computational Chemistry (1/2 course, class only) Selected topics in theoretical and computational chemistry are offered. May be repeated for credit (with a different topic). Prerequisite: varies with topic. Lecture and discussion on selected topics in chemistry. May be repeated for credit with a different topic. Prerequisite: varies with topic. CHEM 395. Independent Study (laboratory only) (1/4-1/2-1 course) Directed independent study. Participation by arrangement with a faculty member. An oral presentation and written report are required. May be repeated; however, only one-half course total from CHEM 395 and 405 may be counted toward the chemistry major. Permission of instructor required. CHEM 400. Teaching of Chemistry (1/2 course) For students preparing to teach in secondary schools. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Not applicable toward the major. The course covers quantum chemistry and basic principles of statistical mechanics. After laying the foundation of quantum mechanics, emphasis shifts to applications of quantum mechanics to explain and understand molecular properties and chemical processes. The approach to investigating these topics is both theoretical and experimental in nature. Prerequisite: CHEM 311. CHEM 405. Thesis (includes laboratory) (1/4 course) Completion of a research project and the preparation of a written thesis and oral presentation. Participation by arrangement with a faculty member. May not be repeated. Course grade will be assigned by the chemistry faculty. Only one-half course total from CHEM 395 and 405 may be counted toward the chemistry major. Prerequisite: CHEM 311 and permission of instructor. CHEM 409. Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (1/2 course) (discontinued after Spring Semester 2001) Advanced inorganic chemistry includes an introduction to group theory with an emphasis on bonding and spectroscopy and the opportunity to read articles from the current chemical literature. Prerequisite: CHEM 212 and 311. CHEM 410. Instrumental Analysis (includes laboratory) (1 course) (discontinued after Spring Semester 2001) A detailed examination of selected spectroscopic, electrochemical and chromatographic methods of analysis with an emphasis on instrumental design. The laboratory introduces chemometric methods of data analysis. Prerequisite: CHEM 311. CHEM 450. Method Development (1/2 course, 1 hour class and lab) A project-based laboratory course focusing on the development of analytical methods. Prerequisite: CHEM 351, CHEM 352 or CHEM 353. CHEM 460. Theory and Experiment (1/2 course, 1 hour class and lab) This project based laboratory will develop skills in asking fundamental questions about chemical behavior, deciding which theories can be used to explain that behavior, and then designing and implementing experiments to answer these questions. Prerequisite or co-requisite: CHEM 361 or CHEM 362 or CHEM 363. E-mail questions or comments to: sbates@depauw.edu |
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