CHEM 328-328L - Organic Chemistry II and Lab (COM)
Credits: 3,1A continuation of CHEM 326. A systematic treatment of the chemistry of carbon compounds, including nomenclature, structure-reactivity relationships, reaction mechanisms, synthesis, and spectroscopy. Laboratory designed to accompany CHEM 328. Prerequisites: CHEM 326. Corequisites: CHEM 328L-328.
Credits: 2An advanced undergraduate course in organic chemistry, this course builds upon previous organic chemistry training and will include topics of contemporary synthesis, organometallic chemistry, molecular orbital theory, pericyclic reactions, and physical organic chemistry. Prerequisites: CHEM 229 or CHEM 328. Notes: Co-registration in CHEM 329L is not required.
Credits: 2Advanced stand-alone laboratory course for advanced undergraduate organic chemistry. The laboratory course focuses on multistep synthetic methodologies to assemble and analyze complex molecules. Prerequisites: CHEM 229L or CHEM 328L. Notes: Co-registration in CHEM 329 is not required.
CHEM 332-332L - Analytical Chemistry and Lab (COM)
Credits: 3, 1Fundamental concepts and principles of quantitative chemical analysis including quantitative chemical equilibrium calculations and error analysis applied to the evaluation of experimental measurements and data. Laboratory to accompany CHEM 332. Prerequisites: CHEM 114 or CHEM 116 or CHEM 127. Corequisites: CHEM 332L-332.
CHEM 343 - Fundamentals of Chemical Thermodynamics
Credits: 2A foundational course in physical chemistry, covering advanced theories and applications of thermodynamics. Topics include the first, second, and third laws of thermodynamics and their application to chemical reactions. Prerequisites: CHEM 114 or CHEM 236; and MATH 123.
Credits: 2Applications of quantum mechanics to chemical systems. Topics include comparative study of classical and quantum mechanics, the foundations of quantum mechanics, problems with exact solutions, and molecular spectroscopy. Prerequisites: CHEM 343, MATH 125 and PHYS 213.
Credits: 2Course devoted to the study of reaction rates. Topics include the kinetic molecular theory of gases, transport processes, reaction kinetics, and theories of reaction rates. Prerequisites: CHEM 343, MATH 125 and PHYS 213.
Credits: 3The first semester of a comprehensive course in biochemistry, focusing on an introduction to the classes of biological macromolecules with specific emphasis on the structure and diverse functions of proteins, enzyme kinetics, energy requirements, and regulation of cellular functions. Prerequisites: CHEM 229. Chemistry Majors, Biochemistry Majors, Honors College Students only.
CHEM 361 - Chemistry of Biological Macromolecules Laboratory
Credits: 1Laboratory techniques related to an in-depth study of biochemistry and the physical/chemical manipulation of biomolecules. Prepares students for required research or internship experience (CHEM 498 or CHEM 494, respectively) in biochemistry. Prerequisites: CHEM 229L and CHEM 360. Chemistry Majors, Biochemistry Majors, Honors College Students only.
Credits: 2Theory and applications of electrochemistry, atomic spectroscopy, X-rays, surface characterization, thermal methods, and radiochemistry applied to chemical analysis. Prerequisites: CHEM 332.
Credits: 2Introduction to the principles and methods of analytical techniques applied to biochemical systems, including method validation, separations, microscopy, and related techniques. Prerequisites: CHEM 332 and CHEM 360 or CHEM 464.
Credits: 3, 1A study of the fundamental principles governing the physical chemistry of biological systems. Topics covered include the forces governing protein and nucleic acid stability, the thermodynamics of protein folding and protein-ligand interactions, bioenergetics, kinetics of biochemical reactions, biological membranes and membrane transport. The physical basis of protein purification, probing protein-ligand interactions, and the determination of macromolecular structure is also discussed. Laboratory to accompany CHEM 448. Fundamental physical chemistry principles and techniques of physical chemistry used in studying biomacromolecules and biological systems. Prerequisites: CHEM 360 or CHEM 464 and MATH 125. Corequisites: CHEM 448L-448.
Credits: 3A study of the fundamental principles governing the behavior of biochemical systems. Topics covered in the two semester sequence include the study of proteins, lipids and carbohydrates, metabolic processes, biological oxidation and reduction processes, molecular aspects of DNA replication and repair pathways, transcription and RNA processing, and protein translation. Prerequisites: CHEM 229 or CHEM 328.
Credits: 1A study of fundamental biochemistry laboratory skills, including, protein isolation and analysis by electrophoresis, enzyme kinetics and spectroscopic analysis of biomolecules. Prerequisites: CHEM 464.
Credits: 3-4Examination of the chemistry and chemical processes of the environment, including the role of chemistry in current environmental issues. Prerequisites: CHEM 127 or CHEM 326.
Credits: 3Understanding of the principles of toxicity, including the molecular basis for toxicity and the environmental fate and transport of chemicals in the environment. Prerequisites: CHEM 360 or CHEM 464.
Credits: 1-9Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
CHEM 491L - Independent Study in Chemistry Lab (COM)
Credits: 0-1Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic. Corequisites: CHEM 491.
Credits: 1-4Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
Credits: 1-4Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.
Credits: 1-12Includes Senior Project, and Capstone Experience. Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.
CHIN 101 - Introduction to Chinese I (COM) [SGR #4]
Credits: 4An opportunity to develop skills in everyday spoken Chinese. Emphasis will be on correct pronunciation, listening skills and fluency. Notes: Course meets SGR #4.
Credits: 3A review of basic sentence patterns and a continued development of speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. 200-300 more characters will be introduced. Prerequisites: CHIN 102.
Credits: 3The purpose of this course is to provide introductory level information regarding the counseling profession. Students will be exposed to the history, traditions, methods, and purposes of professional counseling, as well as the legal and ethical requirements that apply to clinical practice. The course will provide overview of the counseling field and provide students with a basis for development of a beginning professional identity.
CHRD 351 - Medical and Vocational Case Management (COM)
Credits: 3The purpose of this course is to provide students with experience in the day to day requirements and skills needed to manage casework and provide services for consumers in actual human services agencies.
Credits: 3This course will familiarize students with the history, needs, and cultural characteristics of consumers of counseling services that have disabilities. Ethnic and religious aspects will be considered as they relate to professional counseling.
Credits: 3The purpose of this course is to provide ethical and legal standards as related to critical professional issues. The relationship and integration of values for the counselor’s role in practice, training, and consultation will be explored.
Credits: 3This course will introduce students to fundamental perspectives on professional counseling. Change processes and strategies will be examined from differing viewpoints. Students will be familiarized with group dynamics, structure, and power.
Credits: 3The purpose of this course is to introduce students to practice and policy aspects of addictions counseling. From a strengths perspective, biological, psychological, social, and spiritual factors will be considered as they relate to substance abuse issues.
Credits: 3This course is designed to familiarize helping professionals with psychological aspects of the aging process. Students will gain skills in establishing rapport and interacting in a professional, caring manner with older adults and learn about appropriate resources and techniques to assist older clients.
Credits: 2This course will introduce students to interventions designed to enhance individual wellness including behavioral and motivational strategies. Change processes and strategies will be examined along with signs and symptoms of mental health states.
CHRD 485-585 - Careers in Counseling and Student Affairs
Credits: 3This course is designed for students who are considering a career in counseling or student affairs. Students will be required to demonstrate an understanding of the various facets of the profession through a variety of individual and small group activities.
Credits: 1-3A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually limited with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.