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CHEM - Chemistry


2025-2026 UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES CATALOG

Effective 1 June 2025 through 31 May 2026

Please see the Undergraduate Catalog Archives for PDF versions of past catalogs.

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CHEM 1040 Applied Chemistry for Technology Based Business (3)

Students will be taught basic principles in chemistry and apply that knowledge by analyzing chemical products used in industry and everyday life. They will be required to practice critical thinking through the analysis of business structures and how those organizations utilize chemical applications for product development. GCP Coding: (PNW) (CRI).

CHEM 1050 Concepts in Chemistry (3)

Concepts in Chemistry explores fundamental concepts within chemistry and will discuss issues that have a chemical basis. Included within the course are topics such as the scientific method, scientific measurements, laws of conservation, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, acid-based chemistry, oxidation-reduction reactions, and food chemistry. The class will demonstrate how chemistry principles can be used to understand processes encountered in everyday life and the environment around us. GCP Coding: (PNW) (CRI).

CHEM 1060 Chemistry of Cooking (3)

This course offers students the opportunity to learn about chemistry through the kitchen. We will cover topics such as: what molecules and reactions are integral to cooking processes? How do our bodies digest and use macromolecules from our food? How can we alter the outcome of recipes by changing ingredients and cooking conditions? This course is designed for students of any major - no formal science background is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to try new things. An additional course fee is required. GCP Coding: (PNW) (CRI).

CHEM 1100 General Chemistry I (3)

An introduction to the general principles of modern chemistry. The major topics discussed include atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, gases, solutions, and thermochemistry. In addition, the important classes of solution-phase reactions (acid-base, precipitation, and oxidation-reduction) are also treated. Laboratory required. Offered in the fall semester.听Prerequisites: MATH 1430, College Algebra, concurrently or equivalent, or permission of the instructor. Co-requisite: CHEM 1101.

CHEM 1101 General Chemistry I: Lab (1)

This course is taken in conjunction with CHEM 1100. Laboratory experiments focus on such topics as scientific measurement, chemical separations, chemical laws, stoichiometry, light absorption, and atomic and molecular structure. A variety of laboratory techniques are emphasized including volumetric, gravimetric and spectroscopic. Students will also utilize a number of chemical software packages. Co-requisite: CHEM 1100.

CHEM 1110 General Chemistry II (3)

A continuation of CHEM 1100. Major topics include kinetics, chemical equilibrium, electrochemistry, and the properties of solids, liquids, and solutions. Laboratory required. Offered in the spring semester.听Prerequisite: CHEM 1100 or permission of the instructor. Co-requisite: CHEM 1111.

CHEM 1111 General Chemistry II: Lab (1)

This course is taken in conjunction with CHEM 1110. Experimental topics include thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, acid-base equilibrium and redox titrations. These experiments employ a number of electronic instruments including spectrophotometers, pH meters and conductivity meters. Co-requisite: CHEM 1110.

CHEM 2100 Organic Chemistry I (3)

Organic Chemistry I is the study of the structure, nomenclature, properties, and reactions of hydrocarbons such as alkyl halides, alkenes, alkynes, and alcohols. Additional topics include the mechanism of substitution and elimination reactions as well as the stereochemistry of organic molecules. Prerequisites: CHEM 1100, CHEM 1101, CHEM 1110 and CHEM 1111, or permission of the instructor. Co-requisite: CHEM 2101.

CHEM 2101 Organic Chemistry I: Lab (1)

A laboratory class that introduces techniques that are used in modern organic synthesis such as extraction, heating under reflux, filtration, and distillation. The complete synthesis, purification, and analysis of various functional organic molecules will be performed. Prerequisites: CHEM 1100, CHEM 1101, CHEM 1110 and CHEM 1111, or permission of the instructor. Co-requisite: CHEM 2100.

CHEM 2110 Organic Chemistry II (3)

Organic Chemistry II is a continuation of Organic Chemistry I with emphasis on the structure and reactivity of thiols, ethers, epoxides, ketones, aldehydes, amines, carboxylic acids, and aromatic hydrocarbons. Additional topics included structural determination of organic molecules by utilizing spectroscopic and spectrometric methods. Prerequisite: CHEM 2100 and CHEM 2101, or permission of the instructor. Co-requisite: CHEM 2111.

CHEM 2111 Organic Chemistry II: Lab (1)

A laboratory class that is centered around the synthesis, purification, and analysis of various aromatic compounds. Additional topics included the use of Infrared, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, and Ultraviolet spectroscopy as a means of characterization of organic molecules. Prerequisites: CHEM 2100 and CHEM 2101, or permission of the instructor. Co-requisite: CHEM 2110.

CHEM 3100 Biochemistry I (3)
CHEM 3101 Biochemistry I: Lab (1)

Studies the structure and function of proteins, enzyme kinetics, carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, and nucleic acids. Molecular physiology is also reviewed. Laboratory required. Offered in the fall semester.听Prerequisite: CHEM 2100 or permission of the instructor. Co-requisites:听CHEM 3100 and CHEM 3101 must be taken concurrently.

CHEM 3110 Biochemistry II (3)
CHEM 3111 Biochemistry II: Lab (1)

Studies metabolism and the techniques and principles of molecular genetics. Offered in the spring semester.听Prerequisites: CHEM 2100 and CHEM 3100, or permission of the instructor. Co-requisites:听CHEM 3110 and CHEM 3111 must be taken concurrently.

CHEM 3250 Environmental Chemistry (3)

Covers an advanced study of the chemistry of Earth's water, soil and atmosphere, as well as the pollution of all three. Topics covered include chemistry of natural soils and waters; introductory toxicology; acid deposition and forest decline; drinking water treatment; wastewater treatment; eutrophication; pesticides; toxic organic compounds; toxic heavy metals. An emphasis is placed upon the relationship between chemical properties and biological effects of pollutants. Prerequisites: CHEM 2100.听<