122. General Chemistry II. 4 cr. hrs. This is a continuation of the introduction to chemistry that was begun in CHE 121. Typical topics include kinetics; equilibrium; acids, bases, and buffers; electrochemistry; nuclear chemistry; organic chemistry; and biochemistry. The course includes one laboratory period per week. Prerequisite: CHE 121 or permission of the instructor. Fall semester.

205. Discoveries in Chemistry. 1 cr. hr. In this course, students will be introduced to the use of the chemical literature and techniques of technical writing. The course is designed to expose students to the various resources used by chemists to research a chemical topic. Students will complete several literature searching assignments using a variety of print and online resources and will visit Linda Hall Library. The course culminates in a final research report presented in a technical-report format about a family of chemical compounds. Prerequisite: CHE 122. Co-requisite: CHE 206. Spring semester.

206. Analytical Chemistry. 4 cr. hrs. This course is a survey of the field of analytical chemistry. Topics covered include methods of classical quantitative analysis, instrumental methods of quantitative analysis, sample collection and treatment, statistical analysis of data, and the applications of analytical methods to real-world problems. One laboratory period per week is scheduled. Laboratory exercises emphasize both development of technique and comparison of analytical methods. Prerequisite: CHE 122. Co-requisite for chemistry/biochemistry majors: CHE 205. Spring semester.

301. Organic Chemistry I. 4 cr. hrs. This course in organic chemistry begins with atomic structure and builds through functional group chemistry. The interactions between structure, reactivity, and synthesis strategy are stressed. Typical topics include atomic and molecular structure; stereochemistry; reaction mechanisms; organic spectroscopy; and the chemistry of alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes. The course includes one laboratory period per week. Prerequisite: CHE 122. CHE 206 is also recommended. Fall semester.

302. Organic Chemistry II. 4 cr. hrs. The studies begun in CHE 301 continue in this course. Typical topics covered are the synthesis and reactions of aromatic compounds, alcohols, ethers, polymers, carbonyl compounds, and amines.  An emphasis is placed on the functional groups involved in the chemistry of biological molecules. The course includes one laboratory period per week. Prerequisite: CHE 301. Spring semester.

401. Physical Chemistry I. 4 cr. hrs. Physical chemistry involves the study of the structures, physical properties, and interactions of individual molecules and collections of molecules. This first course includes introductions to thermodynamics and quantum mechanics as well as spectroscopy, electrolyte chemistry, and kinetics. The one lab period per week will not only involve traditional experiments, but it will also include literature assignments and activities in data analysis. Prerequisites: CHE 206, MAT 200, and admission to the major. Physics is strongly recommended. Fall semester.

310, 315, 410, 415. Chemical Research. 1 cr. hr. ea. A four-credit-hour laboratory or library research project is required for the biochemistry major and is strongly encouraged for the chemistry major. CHE 310, the first course in this research sequence, is normally taken in the first semester of the junior year. CHE 315 and 410 involve continued laboratory and/or library research that was begun in CHE 310. CHE 415 is normally taken the second semester of the senior year . This sequence of courses will culminate in a presentation, both oral and written, of the results of the research project. Prior to enrollment in these courses, the student must select a topic and secure approval of the faculty member who will supervise the work on the project. Prerequisite: Admission to the major.  CHE 310 is a prerequisite for CHE 315; CHE 315 is a prerequisite for CHE 410; and CHE 410 is a prerequisite for CHE 415.

 

 

233. Cell and Molecular Biology. 4 cr. hrs. An introduction to the cellular and molecular levels of biological organization. The students will investigate the numerous, complex events which occur in the life of a cell. The structure and function of both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells will be explored. This survey includes the principles of bioenergetics, cell metabolism and its regulation, photosynthesis, membrane transport, enzyme catalysis, gene expression, and the cell cycle. The laboratory experience will utilize cellular and molecular biological techniques to explore these concepts further. This course includes one laboratory session each week. Required of all biology majors. Prerequisites: CHE 122 or currently enrolled in CHE 122. Fall semester.

234. Genetics. 4 cr. hrs. This course involves the study of classical and population genetics. Classical genetics will include the study of Mendelian genetics, chromosomal and cytogenetics, and quantitative inheritance. Student learning will occur mainly by solving problems, group work and investigative laboratories. This course includes one laboratory session each week. Required of all biology majors. Prerequisites: BIO 233; GEN 103 or equivalent. Spring semester.

321. Microbiology. 4 cr. hrs. Study of the structure, physiology, genetics, taxonomy and ecology of bacteria and viruses, including study of the immune response to those agents. Prerequisites: BIO 134 or equivalent; CHE 113 or 122 or currently enrolled in CHE 122. Fall semester. The course includes two lab periods per week.

450. Biochemistry. 4 cr. hrs. A detailed course in biochemistry which includes a study of the occurrence, structure, function, and metabolism of biologically important molecules. There is an emphasis on molecular species such as carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, proteins, and nucleic acids. The course includes work in the laboratory. The course may be credited toward a biology, biochemistry, or chemistry major, as the student elects, but it cannot count towards more than one major. Prerequisite: BIO 233, CHE 301, and/or currently enrolled in CHE 302, and admission to the major (Biology, Chemistry, or Biochemistry). Spring semester in even numbered years. Also listed as CHE 450.

452. Molecular Genetics. 4 cr. hrs. A detailed experimental analysis of the molecular biology of genes. Emphasis will be placed on the transcriptional and post-transcriptional regulation of gene expression, especially as it relates to the progression of the cell cycle. In addition, the role of molecular genetics in the areas of molecular diagnostics, gene therapy, and biotechnology will be considered. The course includes one lab session per week–the laboratory will emphasize molecular techniques to manipulate DNA and analyze gene expression. Prerequisites: BIO 234. Spring semester in odd numbered years.

360, 361, 460, 461.  Senior Thesis. 1 cr. hr. each   A four-credit (minimum) laboratory, field or library research project required for the major. BIO 360, the first course in the Senior Thesis, is generally taken the fall of the junior year and will involve mainly library research. BIO 461 is generally taken the last semester of the senior year and will require presenting, in written and oral form, the results of the research project. BIO 361 and 460 will involve lab, field or library research. Prerequisites: admission to the major