Atomic and Molecular Structure/Lab

CHEM 107

Fundamental concepts underlying the structure and behavior of matter are developed. Major topics include states of matter, atomic structure, periodicity, and bonding. This course, or its equivalent, is a prerequisite for all advanced courses in chemistry and biological chemistry. Laboratory: three …

Senior Research and Seminar

CHEM 457

A laboratory or library research study in an area of interest under the supervision of a member of the department. Each senior major delivers one presentation on the research for each thesis credit. Students register for CHEM 457 in the fall semester. Majors writing an honors thesis register for bot…

Chemical Reactivity/Lab

CHEM 108

A continuation of CHEM 107. Major topics include thermodynamics, kinetics, equilibrium, acid/base behavior, oxidation/reduction, and electrochemistry. Laboratory: three hours per week. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 107.

Water Resource Management: A Molecular Perspective

CHEM 113

Water is one of the world’s most vital yet most threatened natural resources. Meeting the world’s growing demand for water requires integrative solutions that bridge science, technology, and sustainable development. Through scientific inquiry, policy analysis, and creative problem-solving, stude…

Inorganic Chemistry/Lab

CHEM 215

A study of the wide-ranging aspects of inorganic chemistry. The use of periodic trends and fundamental principles of inorganic chemistry is explored. Topics include the reactivity of inorganic compounds, ligand field theory, and solid state chemistry. Applications of inorganic chemistry to materials…

Senior Research and Seminar

CHEM 458

A laboratory or library research study in an area of interest under the supervision of a member of the department. Each senior major delivers one presentation on the research for each thesis credit. Students register for CHEM 458 in the winter semester. Majors writing an honors thesis register for b…