2002-2003 Undergraduate Catalog
Indiana, Pennsylvania 15705
Credit designation at right of title is expressed in (c) class hours per week, (l) lab or (d) discussion section hours per week, and (sh) semester hours of credit per semester.
CHEM: Chemistry
Department of Chemistry
College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
3c-2l-4sh
Basic principles and concepts of inorganic chemistry are developed from the standpoint of atomic and molecular structure with illustrative examples from descriptive chemistry. The laboratory portion of the course illustrates physical and chemical properties in a qualitative and quantitative manner. Designed for selected majors within the College of Health and Human Services and to fulfill the Liberal Studies Natural Science Laboratory Sequence requirement.
3c-2l-4sh
Prerequisite: CHEM 101
Basic fundamental principles and concepts of organic and biochemistry are developed. Deals primarily with structural features of organic compounds, the chemistry of functional groups, and practical examples and uses of organic compounds. The laboratory portion illustrates properties and reactions of representative organic compounds. Designed for selected majors within the College of Health and Human Services and to fulfill the Liberal Studies Natural Science Laboratory Sequence requirement.
3c-3l-4sh
A lecture-discussion of principles of chemistry, including theory and applications. The lab illustrates principles discussed. Topics discussed include scientific measurements, simple definitions and concepts, the mole, stoichiometry, gas laws, electronic structure of the atom, bonding, thermochemistry, and descriptive chemistry of the elements.
3c-3l-4sh
Prerequisite: CHEM 111
A continuation of General Chemistry I. Topics discussed include the solid and liquid state, solutions, kinetics, equilibria, acids and bases, solubility equilibria, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, and descriptive chemistry of the elements.
CHEM 113 Concepts in Chemistry
3c-3l-4sh
An introductory course for chemistry majors. Topics covered include atomic theory, an introduction to chemical reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, chemical bonding, molecular geometry, kinetic-molecular theory of gases, the liquid and the solid states, and solution theory.
CHEM 114 Basic Inorganic Chemistry
3c-3l-4sh
Prerequisite: CHEM 113
Topics include chemical kinetics, equilibrium and thermodynamics, acids and bases, electrochemistry, coordination chemistry, and descriptive chemistry of selected elements.
CHEM 116 Basic Inorganic Chemistry
3c-3l-2sh
Prerequisites: CHEM 111 and 112
Required for chemistry majors who have taken CHEM 111 and 112. A systematic study of the chemistry of the elements will be presented in both the lecture and the laboratory. Also included will be the chemistry of coordination compounds. This course starts at the beginning of the second half of the spring semester and is taught concurrently with CHEM 114.
3c-4l-4sh
Prerequisite: CHEM 112 or 114
A study of compounds of carbon, with a special emphasis on structure-reactivity relationships. Laboratory work emphasizes methods of separation and purification of organic compounds.
3c-4l-4sh
Prerequisite: CHEM 231
A continuation of Organic Chemistry I with an introduction to spectroscopic techniques. Laboratory work emphasizes the synthesis of representative compounds.
CHEM 255 Biochemistry and Nutrition
3c-0l-3sh
Prerequisite: CHEM 102
For Family and Consumer Sciences Education majors. Studies chemistry and biological function of biologically active compounds with respect to nutritional requirements.
var-1-3sh
Prerequisite: As appropriate to course content
Special topics are offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics that are not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 281 are offered primarily for lower-level undergraduate students.
1c-0l-1sh
A discussion of current technical literature and current research problems of staff. Lectures by outside chemists and student presentations. Open to junior or senior chemistry majors and to others by permission of the chairperson.
CHEM 321 Quantitative Analysis
3c-4l-4sh
Prerequisite: CHEM 112 or 114
Theory and practice of quantitative analysis, including gravimetric and volumetric analysis; a special emphasis on perfecting student’s laboratory techniques and application of general chemical knowledge through problem solving.
CHEM 322 Instrumental Analysis
3c-4l-4sh
Prerequisite: CHEM 341
Modern instrumental methods of chemical analysis. Student learns theory behind the instrument, principles of operation, interpretation of data obtained, and limitations of methods.
3c-4l-4sh
Prerequisites: CHEM 112 and non-Chemistry major
Principles of precipitation, acid-base, oxidation-reduction, and equilibria are applied to problem solving and to laboratory determinations; instrumental methods of analysis, such as colorimetry, atomic absorption and flame emission, gas chromatography, etc.
CHEM 331 Organic Molecular Structure Determination
4c-var-3sh
Prerequisites: CHEM 231-232 (CHEM 232 may be taken concurrently)
Gives the student experience in systematic identification of various classes of organic compounds by both chemical and physical methods.
CHEM 335 Advanced Organic Chemistry
3c-0l-3sh
Prerequisites: CHEM 232 and 341
Selected topics of current interest covered. Possible topics include reaction mechanisms, molecular spectroscopy, stereochemistry, natural products, heterocyclics, polymer chemistry, and organic synthesis.
CHEM 340 Physical Chemistry for the Biological Sciences
3c-0l-3sh
Prerequisites: MATH 122 or 124 or 128, and PHYS 112 or 132; CHEM 232
A one-semester course for Biochemistry and Biology majors. Chemical thermodynamics, equilibria, kinetics; quantum mechanics; and spectroscopy especially as applied to biomechanical systems.
4c-0l-4sh
Prerequisites: MATH 122, 124, or 128 and PHYS 112 or 132; CHEM 112 or 114
Chemical thermodynamics with applications to solutions, phase, and chemical equilibria-kinetic theory.
CHEM 342 Physical Chemistry II
3c-0l-3sh
Prerequisite: CHEM 341
A study of solids, liquids, surfaces, chemical kinetics, electrochemistry, atomic and molecular structure.
CHEM 343 Physical Chemistry Laboratory I
0c-3l-1sh
Prerequisites: CHEM 321, 341
Experiments illustrating application of fundamental laws to actual systems. Carries writing-intensive credit.
CHEM 344 Physical Chemistry Laboratory II
0c-3l-1sh
Prerequisites: CHEM 342, 343
An extension of Physical Chemistry Laboratory I; experiments related to chemical kinetics, molecular spectroscopy, and other topics of physical chemistry.
4c-0l-4sh
Prerequisite: CHEM 231
A study of chemistry and biological functions of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, minerals, vitamins, and hormones.
CHEM 410 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
0c-3l-1sh
Prerequisite: CHEM 322
A laboratory course in which the techniques used in the synthesis and characterization of inorganic compounds will be explored. An emphasis will be placed on the preparation of a wide variety of inorganic compounds and the methods by which they are identified and characterized.
CHEM 411 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
3c-0l-3sh
Prerequisite: CHEM 341
Gives understanding of advanced theories of atomic structure, chemical bonding, acids and bases, coordination compounds, and selected topics.
CHEM 412 Advanced Structural and Synthetic Methods in Inorganic Chemistry
2c-2l-3sh
Prerequisites: CHEM 411 and either CHEM 410 or 322
Advanced techniques used in the synthesis and characterization of inorganic compounds will be explored. In lecture, an emphasis will be placed on the theory and application of structural and spectroscopic methods of characterization. In lab, an emphasis will be placed on advanced methods of synthesis and structural characterization using representative examples of important classes of inorganic compounds.
CHEM 421 Advanced Instrumental Analysis
4c-var-3sh
Prerequisite: CHEM 322
A study of modern chemical analysis, using advanced instrumental techniques; with an emphasis on theory, principles of operation, capabilities, and limitations of advanced analytical instruments used.
CHEM 441 Advanced Physical Chemistry
3c-0l-3sh
Prerequisite or corequisite: CHEM 342
A study of fundamental ideas of quantum and statistical mechanics, molecular structure, and other topics of current interest.
var-1-3sh
Prerequisite: As appropriate to course content
Special topics courses are offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics that are not included in the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 481 are primarily for upper-level undergraduate students.
var-1-3sh
Prerequisite: Prior approval through advisor, faculty member, department chairperson, dean, and Provost’s Office
Students with interest in independent study of a topic not offered in the curriculum may propose a plan of study in conjunction with a faculty member. Approval is based on academic appropriateness and availability of resources.
CHEM 493 Internship in Chemistry
var-4-9sh
Prerequisites: CHEM 113, 114, 231, 232, 321, 341, and departmental approval
Full-time involvement in an actual “on-the-job” situation in an industrial or research laboratory under the tutelage of a selected preceptor. A department faculty member will work closely with the student and preceptor and will assume responsibility for making the final evaluation and assigning a grade.
CHEM 498 Problems in Chemistry
var-1-2sh
Prerequisite: Permission of chairperson
A course of independent study on selected problems, including lab work, library reading, and conferences with staff member. A minimum of 4 hours per week required per credit.
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