Undergraduate Catalog 2008-2010 - Immaculata University

CHE 103 Fundamental Chemical Concepts I (4)
A systematic study of the theories and principles governing the
composition and behavior of matter. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours
laboratory. Pre- or Co- requisite: MATH 207 or MATH 301.
Prerequisite: Secondary school chemistry with at least a B grade or
permission of the instructor.
CHE 104 Fundamental Chemical Concepts II (4)
A systematic study of the theories and principles governing the
composition and behavior of matter. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours
laboratory. Pre- or Co- requisite: MATH 208 or MATH 302.
Prerequisite: Secondary school chemistry with at least a B grade or
permission of the instructor. (Prerequisite: CHE 103)
CHE 105 Forensic Science I (3)
An introduction to the terminology and techniques used in
forensic science. The course will include basic, analytical, and
organic chemistry as applied to DNA evidence, trace analysis,
laboratory equipment, analysis of data, crime scene analysis and
other relevant forensic topics. (Fulfills core requirement.) 2 hours
lecture, 2 hours laboratory.
CHE 106 Forensic Science II (3)
An introduction to the terminology and techniques used in
forensic science. The course will include basic, analytical, and
organic chemistry as applied to DNA evidence, trace analysis,
laboratory equipment, analysis of data, crime scene analysis and
other relevant forensic topics. (Fulfills core requirement.) 2 hours
lecture, 2 hours laboratory. (Prerequisite: CHE 105)
CHE 110 Lab Techniques in Chemistry (1)
A two-hour introductory laboratory for those who need a one
credit laboratory course.
CHE 112 Topics in Education (1-3)
Special topics courses focusing on aspects of science and
chemistry. May be used to satisfy Act 48 hours.
CHE 200 Chemical Literature (3)
An introduction in how to retrieve and understand chemical
information from print and electronic sources. Discussion topics
will include: the process of conducting research in chemistry, grant
writing, manuscript preparation, the process of peer review, major
publishers of chemical literature, different types of journals, and the
various types of publications. The course will survey current
chemical issues and research. 3 hours lecture.
CHE 201 Introductory Organic Chemistry (3)
A basic course in the study of carbon compounds. 2 hours
lecture, 2 hours laboratory. (Open to students who are not
concentrating in chemistry.) (Prerequisite: CHE 101-102 or 103-
104)
CHE 202 Introductory Biochemistry (3)
An introduction to the study of lipids, proteins, carbohydrates,
and nucleic acids in relation to metabolism. 2 hours lecture, 2 hours
laboratory. (Open to students who are not concentrating in
chemistry.) (Prerequisite: CHE 201)
CHE 211 Organic Chemistry I (4)
A comprehensive study of the structure, reactions, and reaction
mechanisms of organic compounds. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours
laboratory (Microscale). (Prerequisite: CHE 103-104)
CHE 212 Organic Chemistry II (4)
A comprehensive study of the reactions and mechanisms of
organic compounds with an emphasis on synthesis and how
molecular structure effects reactivity. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours
laboratory (Microscale). (Prerequisite: CHE 211)
CHE 303 Independent Study (1-6)
Independent study of advanced topics in chemistry with
permission and guidance of a Chemistry Department faculty
member.
CHE 304 Instrumental Analysis (4)
Gravimetric, volumetric, and instrumental analysis with
emphasis on application of analytical separation techniques. 2
hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory. (Prerequisite: CHE 103-104 and
CHE 211-212)
CHE 310 Structural Organic Analysis (3)
Qualitative organic chemistry presented via a spectroscopic
methodology supplemented by classical chemical and physical
techniques. Topics include mass spectrometry, infrared
spectroscopy, 1&2D NMR, multi-nuclear NMR, advanced NMR
methods, and electron spin resonance (ESR). 3 hours lecture.
(Prerequisite: CHE 211-212)
CHE 313 Physical Chemistry I (4)
A qualitative and quantitative study of the properties of bulk
matter. Classical chemical thermodynamics, fundamental
thermodynamic functions, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd laws, electrochemistry,
equilibria, properties of solutions, colligative properties, application
of thermodynamics to biological processes, and chemical kinetics.
3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. (Prerequisite: CHE 211-212)
CHE 314 Physical Chemistry II (4)
A qualitative and quantitative study of the microscopic
properties of matter. Statistical thermodynamics, partition functions,
Quantum mechanics, chemical bonding, molecular symmetry/group
theory, spectroscopy, IR, Raman, ESR, and NMR. CHE 313 is not
a prerequisite. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. (Prerequisite:
CHE 211-212)
CHE 315 Physical Chemistry III (3)
A study of the solid state, chemical processes at surfaces, and
the role of photochemistry and photobiology. 3 hours lecture.
(Prerequisite: CHE 313-314)
CHE 317 History of Chemistry (1)
The evolution of chemistry from alchemy to nuclear reactions.
1 hour lecture.
CHE 318 Advanced Organic Chemistry (3)
Physical organic chemistry, the thermodynamic and kinetic basis
for organic reactions. Mechanisms of organic reactions and,
methods for studying them. 3 hours lecture. (Prerequisite: CHE
211-212)
CHE 320 Inorganic Chemistry (3)
In depth study of atomic and molecular structure related to metal
and metalloid compounds. Review of acids and bases. Study of the
structure and reactivity of the main group elements, transition metal,
and organometallic complexes and compounds. Use of
spectroscopic data in interpreting structure and reactivity of
inorganic compounds. 3 hours lecture. (Prerequisite: CHE 313)
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