Principles of chemistry, including the historical development of the field and contemporary issues. Topics include the scientific method, metric system, atomic structure, chemical formulas, bonding, ions and electrolytes, and nuclear chemistry. Three lectures and laboratory. Prerequisite: one year of high school or college algebra or permission. 4 credits each.

Scientific measurements, matter, elements and compounds, the periodic table, nomenclature, chemical formulas and equations, stochiometry, oxidation-reduction, gas laws, solutions. Problem solving techniques are stressed. Prerequisite: Eligible to take Math 85. One semester, 3 credits.

Lecture and laboratory work covering the fundamental principles of chemistry, states of matter, chemical bonding, ionic theory, kinetics, equilibria, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, and descriptive chemistry of metals and non-metals. Laboratory work also includes qualitative analysis and elementary quantitative analysis. Prerequisites: one semester of college math, sufficient score of math proficiency exam or permission. Two semesters, five credits each.

Fundamentals of quantitative analytical methods including volumetric procedures, acid/base chemistry as well as other types of equilibria. An introduction to spectrophotometric, electrochemical and chromatographic methods will also be convered. Prerequisite: 261B. January, 4 credits.

Lecture course covering aliphatic and aromatic compounds, common functional groups, reaction mechanisms, synthesis, kinetics, stereochemistry, and spectroscopy. Prerequisites: 261B. Concurrent registration in 333 required. Two semesters, 3 credits each.

Laboratory course covering the determination of physical properties, synthesis, kinetics, instrumentation, and library work. Concurrent registration in 331 required. Prerequisite: 261B. Two semesters, 1 credit each.

Chemical thermodynamics; kinetic theory and chemical kinetics; quantum concepts and their applications to spectroscopy and the structure of matter. Prerequisites: 305, 331B, PHYS 130, 150, 190, MATH 141B, or permission. Two semesters, 4 credits for A and 2 credits for B.

Precise determination of physical-chemical properties of various systems by classical and modern techniques. Concurrent enrollment in 421 A,B is required. Two semesters, 1 credit each.

Selected topics include aromaticity, Woodward-Hoffman rules, structure-rate relationships, transition state theory, solvent effects, and advanced conformational effects. Prerequisites: 331B and 421A. One semester, 2 credits

Additional experimental techniques and instrumentation; specific experience in using the literature to develop laboratory procedures. Prerequisites: 333B. One semester, 1 credit.

Instrumental methods of analysis including spectrophotometry, electrochemistry, NMR, and chromatography. Prerequisites: 331B, 333B, 421A, or permission. One semester, 4 credits.

Application of modern theory of physical chemistry in inorganic chemistry; emphasis on bonding, stereochemistry, and coordination compounds; laboratory emphasizes inorganic synthesis and determination of structure. Prerequisite: 421B or permission. One semester, 4 credits.

The structure and function of molecules found within living cells. 471A covers proteins and nucleic acids and integrates them into the process of protein synthesis. 471B covers carbohydrates and lipids and integrates them into the study of cellular metabolism. Prerequisite: 331B or permission. Two semesters, 3 credits each.

Additional experimental techniques; experience in conducting that are performed under actual research conditions. Prerequisite: 472. One semester, 1 credit.

Thermodynamics, equilibria, biopolymers, kinetics, transport processes, and spectroscopy of biochemical systems. Prerequisites: 471A, MATH 141B or permission. One semester, 1 credit.

Training and practice in preparation and presentation of oral and written reports on scientific topics. Permission. May be repeated for credit. One semester, 1 credit.

Credit and time arranged. Permission. May be repeated for credit.

Individual research projects in selected areas of chemistry under the supervision of a faculty member. Prerequisites: junior or senior standing, and permission. May be repeated for credit. One semester, variable credits.