Catalog Course Descriptions

CHM 1010: Chemistry in Our World (2)

Analysis of important concepts, principles and applications of chemistry for non-science majors. Topics include atomic theory, organic and biochemistry with application to foods, drugs, medicines, fossil fuels and energy production, polymers, plastics and fibers. This course is not intended for science majors. This course is not open to students who have credit in CHM 1210. Lecture; GE B1

CHM 1010L: Chemistry in Our World Laboratory (1)

Exploration of chemistry concepts, principles, and applications through experiments. Has pre- or corequisite CHM 1010. Laboratory; GE B3

CHM 1150: General Chemistry for Engineers (3)

Provides engineering students with a background in pertinent concepts and principles of chemistry. Topics include atomic theory of structure and bonding, stoichiometry, gases, equilibrium, oxidation-reduction, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, and reaction kinetics, and their applications to engineering. Lecture

CHM 1210: General Chemistry I (3)

Fundamental principles and concepts of chemistry, including atomic and molecular structure; nomenclature; stoichiometry; solution chemistry, including acid-base and redox chemistry; quantum theory; periodic properties; bonding theory; thermochemistry; gases; and intermolecular forces. Has corequisite CHM 1210L. Lecture; GE B1

CHM 1210L: General Chemistry Laboratory I (1)

Laboratory experiments to illustrate and enhance lecture topics in CHM 1210. Basic laboratory techniques and practices. Has corequisite CHM 1210. Laboratory; GE B3

CHM 1220: General Chemistry II (3)

Continuation of the development of fundamental principles and concepts of chemistry, including kinetics; equilibria, including acid-base chemistry; buffers; titrations; thermodynamics; electrochemistry; colligative properties; and nuclear chemistry. Has corequisite CHM 1220L. Lecture; GE B1

CHM 1220L: General Chemistry Laboratory II (1)

Laboratory experiments to illustrate and enhance lecture topics in CHM 1220. Qualitative analysis. Basic laboratory techniques and practices. Has corequisite CHM 1220. Laboratory; GE B3

CHM 2000: Special Study for Lower Division Students (1 - 3)

Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems. Proposals to be initiated by student(s) with guidance from faculty. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester. Supervisory; may be taken multiple times (limit 5) only with different topics

CHM 2010: Elements of Organic Chemistry (3)

The fundamental concepts of organic chemistry will be presented, for students who are required to take one semester of organic chemistry. Topics covered include chemical bonding, molecular structure, stereochemistry, nomenclature, physical properties, thermodynamics and kinetics, acid-base chemistry, organic reaction mechanisms, synthesis and biomolecules. Not open to chemistry majors. Lecture

CHM 2010L: Elements of Organic Chemistry Laboratory (1)

Introduction to general techniques of the organic chemistry for the separation, purification and identification of organic substances. Survey of simple reactions of various functional groups. Laboratory

CHM 2120: Chemistry for Elementary Educators (2)

An introduction to chemistry including: properties of materials, chemical changes, recognizing patterns in order to predict chemical behavior, and chemistry's impact on modern society. Modeling of effective K-8 curriculum, teaching and assessment practices as described in the state-adopted framework and content standards. Includes a fieldwork component. Has corequisite CHM 2120L. Lecture; GE B1

CHM 2120L: Chemistry for Elementary Educators Laboratory (1)

An introduction to chemistry including: properties of materials, chemical changes, recognizing patterns in order to predict chemical behavior, and chemistry's impact on modern society. Modeling of effective K-8 curriculum, teaching and assessment practices as described in the state-adopted framework and content standards. Has corequisite CHM 2120. Laboratory; GE B3

CHM 2210: Quantitative Analysis (2)

Fundamentals of gravimetric and volumetric analysis. Acid-base concepts and pH calculations. Statistical concepts including data reduction and error analysis. Introduction to modern instrumental analysis. Focus on laboratory work, with class discussion supplying supporting theory. Has corequisite CHM 2210L. Lecture

CHM 2210L: Quantitative Analysis Laboratory (2)

Fundamentals of gravimetric and volumetric analysis. Acid-base concepts and pH calculations. Statistical concepts including data reduction and error analysis. Introduction to modern instrumental analysis. Focus on laboratory work, with class discussion supplying supporting theory. Has corequisite CHM 2210. Laboratory

CHM 2600: Introduction to Organic Molecular Modeling (3)

Conformational analysis of molecules and visualization of their properties. Illustration of structure determinations, energies, and related background principles. Lecture

CHM 2910A: Chemical Communications Activity (1)

This course covers the fundamentals of accessing, interpreting, and communicating chemical information. Activity

CHM 2990: Special Topics for Lower Division Students (1 - 3)

Group study of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course. Lecture or seminar; may be taken multiple times (limit 5) only with different topics

CHM 2990A: Special Topics for Lower Division Students Activity (1 - 3)

Group study of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course. Activity; may be taken multiple times (limit 5) only with different topics

CHM 2990L: Special Topics for Lower Division Students Laboratory (1 - 3)

Group study of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course. Laboratory; may be taken multiple times (limit 5) only with different topics

CHM 3010: Modeling the Fundamentals of Physical Chemistry (3)

Examine models of thermodynamic properties of chemical species and mixtures, chemical kinetics, physical properties of molecules. Satisfies GE synthesis area B5. Not a substitute for CHM 3040, CHM 3050, CHM 3110, or CHM 3120. Lecture; GE B5

CHM 3040: Elements of Physical Chemistry I (3)

Part of a yearlong course in physical chemistry covering the properties of gases, chemical thermodynamics, solutions, physical and chemical equilibrium, electrochemistry, and macromolecules. Does not have to be taken in sequence. Lecture

CHM 3050: Elements of Physical Chemistry II (3)

Part of a yearlong course in physical chemistry covering quantum mechanics, reaction kinetics, atomic and molecular structure, adn spectroscopy. Does not have to be taken in sequence. Lecture

CHM 3110: Classical Physical Chemistry (3)

Physical chemistry covering the properties of gases, chemical thermodynamics, solutions, physical and chemical equilibrium, electrochemistry and kinetics. Required for certification by the American Chemical Society. Part of a two-semester sequence. Lecture

CHM 3120: Quantum Physical Chemistry (3)

Physical chemistry covering quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, advanced reaction kinetics, atomic and molecular structure, and spectroscopy. Required for certification by the American Chemical Society. Part of a two-semester sequence. Lecture

CHM 3140: Organic Chemistry I (4)

Modern concepts of chemical bonding, molecular structure, conformations, nomenclature, thermodynamics and kinetics, acid-base chemistry, stereochemistry, organic reaction intermediates and mechanisms, and synthesis. The physical properties, preparations and reactions of alkanes, haloalkanes, alkenes, alkynes, and alcohols. Lecture

CHM 3140L: Organic Chemistry Laboratory I (1)

Introduction to synthesis, isolation, purification, and characterization of organic compounds. A focus of this applied learning will be the theory, interpretation, and application of identifying compounds using IR and NMR spectra. Has pre- or corequisite CHM 3140. Laboratory

CHM 3150: Organic Chemistry II (3)

The study of the properties, synthesis and reactions of alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, enols and enolates, carboxylic acids, carboxylic acid derivatives, conjugated systems, aromatic compounds, amines. Special topics include advanced synthetic strategies, biomolecules, and polymers. Lecture

CHM 3150L: Organic Chemistry Laboratory II (1)

The principles of synthesis, isolation, purification, and characterization of organic compounds. A focus of this applied learning will be the theory, interpretation, and application of identifying compounds utilizing IR, NMR, and mass spectroscopy. Has pre- or corequisite CHM 3150. Laboratory

CHM 3210: Elements of Biochemistry (3)

Introductory course in biochemistry that surveys the major topcis of the discipline; including the structure and functional properties of biomolecules, and the principles of catabolic metabolism. Lecture

CHM 3270: Biochemistry I (3)

Biochemistry that systematically covers the topics of biomolecule structure and function. The first semester course of a yearlong sequence. Has corequisite CHM 3270L. Lecture

CHM 3270L: Biochemistry Laboratory I (1)

Experimental biochemistry that systematically covers buffers, amino acid titrations, carbohydrates, enzymology, and other biomolecular characterizations. The first semester course of a yearlong sequence. Has corequisite CHM 3210 or CHM 3270. Laboratory

CHM 3280: Biochemistry II (3)

Biochemistry that focuses on the topics of anabolic and catabolic metabolism, the regulation of metabolism, enzyme mechanisms, and cofactors. The second semester course of a yearlong sequence. Lecture

CHM 3280L: Biochemistry Laboratory II (1)

Experimental biochemistry that systematically covers protein purification, biomolecular assays, thermodynamics, and bioinformatics. The second semester of a yearlong course. Laboratory

CHM 3310: Clinical Chemistry (2)

Introduction to the principles and procedures used in the clinical laboratory for the analysis of blood and urine specimens. Has corequisite CHM 3310L. Lecture

CHM 3310L: Clinical Chemistry Laboratory (1)

Introduction to clinical laboratory processes and techniques, with an emphasis on quality control processes and critical evaluation of data. Has corequisite CHM 3310. Laboratory

CHM 3400: The Chemist in Industry (3)

Survey of the roles and the expectations for chemists in industry and the applications of chemical reactions and principles, including consideration of economics and patents. Lecture

CHM 3420: Spectroscopic Methods (1)

Theory and practice of modern analytical techniques based primarily on atomic and molecular spectroscopy. Has corequisite CHM 3420L. Lecture

CHM 3420L: Spectroscopic Methods Laboratory (1)

Hands-on experience with a variety of modern analytical techniques based primarily on atomic and molecular spectroscopy. Has corequisite CHM 3420. Laboratory

CHM 3430: Separation Methods (1)

Theory and practice of modern analytical separation methods primarily encompassing various chromatographic techniques. Has corequisite CHM 3430L. Lecture

CHM 3430L: Separation Methods Laboratory (1)

Hands-on experience with modern analytical separation methods primarily encompassing various chromatographic techniques. Has corequisite CHM 3430. Laboratory

CHM 3440: Electroanalytical Methods (1)

Theory and practice of modern analytical electrochemistry, with particular emphasis on potentiometry, voltammetry, amperometry, coulometry, chronopotentiometry and cyclic and pulse methods. Has corequisite CHM 3440L. Lecture

CHM 3440L: Electroanalytical Methods Laboratory (1)

Hands-on experience with electrochemical methods used in quantitative analysis. Emphasis is placed on potentiometric titration, ion selective electrode, coulometry, conductometry, cyclic voltammetry and polarography. Has corequisite CHM 3440. Laboratory

CHM 3470: Theory of Chemical Instrumentation (1)

Analytical chemists are required to set up, troubleshoot, repair and sometimes construct the instruments they use for analytical measurements. Designed to explain the theory and application of some commonly used electronic components and techniques in modern instruments, such as microcontroller, AD/DA conversion and data acquisition, sources of noise in instrumental analysis, circuit of noise filter and signal amplification. Has corequisite CHM 3470L. Lecture

CHM 3470L: Theory of Chemical Instrumentation Laboratory (1)

Hands-on experience with the application of some commonly used electronic components and techniques in modern instruments, such as microcontroller, AD/DA conversion and data acquisition, sources of noise in instrumental analysis, circuit of noise filter and signal amplification. Has corquisite CHM 3470. Laboratory

CHM 3520L: Physical Chemistry Laboratory (2)

Laboratory experiments illustrating principles of physical chemistry such as thermodynamics, spectroscopy, chemical kinetics and biophysics. Laboratory

CHM 3600: Introduction to Molecular Simulations (3)

Modeling of electrostatic interactions between atoms and molecules. Lecture

CHM 4000: Special Study for Upper Division Students (1 - 3)

Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems at advanced level. Proposals to be initiated by student(s) with guidance from faculty. Total credit limited to 6 units, with a maximum of 3 units per semester. Supervisory; may be taken multiple times (limit 5) only with different topics

CHM 4010: Inorganic Chemistry (4)

Modern concepts of inorganic chemsitry, including group theory; solid-state chemistry; orbitals; bonding theory; molecular structure; electronic structure and spectra; main group and transition metal chemistry; acid/base and redox chemistry; coordination chemistry; thermodynamics; kinetics and mechanisms; organometallics; and catalysis. Required for certification by the American Chemical Society. Lecture

CHM 4090: Polymer Chemistry (2)

Types of polymers and polymerization reactions; properties of polymer solutions and the determination of molecular weights; elasticity and other bulk properties. Lecture

CHM 4110: Reaction Kinetics (3) 

Kinetics and mechanisms of chemical reactions including transition state theory, collision theory, photochemical excitation and dissociation, solvation effects, homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis. Lecture

CHM 4130: Introduction to Colloid and Surface Chemistry (3)

Examination of gas-liquid, gas-solid, solid-liquid interfaces, as well as adsorption and surface area determination, the electrical double layer and its relation to colloidal stability, and electro-kinetic phenomena. Lecture

CHM 4150: Chemical Thermodynamics (3)

Advanced treatment of chemical thermodynamics, and the relationship between chemical potential, molecular structure, and statistical mechanics. Lecture

CHM 4160: Macromolecular Modeling (3)

Theoretical studies and applications of computational techniques to macromolecular (e.g., polymers, proteins, and nucleic acids) structure, stability and function. Lecture

CHM 4170: Computational Biochemistry (3)

Computational methods in modern biochemistry including sequence entry and editing, sequence alignment, phylogenetic analysis, homology searching, elementary protein structure prediction, and evaluation of 3-D molecular structures. Lecture

CHM 4180: Methods for Data Acquisition and Analysis (3)

Theoretical concepts required for the collection and analysis of data, along with experimental considerations for implementation of particle/electron/photon counting for quantitative analysis are explored. Lecture

CHM 4190: Quantum Chemistry (3) 

Advanced treatment of quantum chemistry emphasizing approximation methods. Lecture

CHM 4200: Computational Chemistry (3)

Applied quantum mechanical studies of molecular geometries; electronic excited states, potential energy surfaces, and conformational structures are explored. Lecture

CHM 4210: Solution Equilibria in Analytical Chemistry (2)

Study of advanced acid-base theory, complexation, nonaqueous acid-base, solvent extraction and ion-exchange equilibria. Lecture

CHM 4220: Organic Synthesis (2)

An advanced theoretical and practical study of modern methodologies and strategies in synthetic organic chemistry. Lecture

CHM 4220L: Organic Synthesis Laboratory (2)

An advanced laboratory course focusing on multistep organic syntheses. Utilization of modern techniques to synthesize, purify, and characterize organic compounds. Has corequisite CHM 4220. Laboratory

CHM 4230: Physical Organic Chemistry (2)

Theoretical and practical study of experimental techniques used by organic chemists to investigate problems in reaction mechanisms, catalysis, solution chemistry and substituent effects. Lecture

CHM 4230L: Physical Organic Chemistry Laboratory (2)

Theoretical and practical study of experimental techniques used by organic chemists to investigate problems in reaction mechanisms, catalysis, solution chemistry and substituent effects. Has corequisite CHM 4230. Laboratory

CHM 4240: Organic Analysis (2)

Advanced treatment of modern methods for the structural determination of organic compounds. Emphasis will be on spectroscopic methods, but classical functional group analysis will also be explored. Spectroscopic methods include IR, 1 H NMR, 13 C NMR, advanced NMR experiments (e.g., DEPT, HETCOR, COSY, HMBC, NOESY), and mass spectroscopy. Lecture

CHM 4240L: Organic Analysis Laboratory (2)

Purification and structure determination of organic compounds using modern techniques and spectroscopic methods as well as classical functional group analysis. Projects include natural product isolation and separation and identification of mixtures of unknowns. Has corequisite CHM 4240. Laboratory

CHM 4410: Internship in Chemistry (1 - 2)

On-the-job training and work experience in the chemistry field under the guidance of a faculty internship coordinator and on-site job supervisor. The internship is arranged by the student and may not be a continuation of an ongoing job or volunteer experience. A minimum of 4 hours per week (60 hours/semester) per unit credit. Grade will be based on a written evaluation from the job supervisor and an evaluation of the student presentation and/or written report by the internship coordinator. Student must be enrolled in CHM 4410 during the term in which work at the internship site is done. Hours worked in one term may not carry over into another. A maximum of 4 units of CHM 4410 may be allowed as elective units for each option in chemistry (ACS approved, biochemistry or general). May be taken unlimited times. Supervisory; may be taken unlimited times

CHM 4480: Modern Mass Spectroscopy and FT-NMR (3)

Introduction of the theoretical and practical applications of one- and two-dimensional NMR and mass spectrometry, including instrumentation and spectral interpretation. Gain basic understanding of a variety of NMR pulse sequences and have a fundamental and technical understanding of ionization sources, mass analyzers, and their limitations. Lecture

CHM 4490: Environmental Analysis (2)

Sample collection and preparation techniques for different environmental media, such as water, air, and soil. Instrumental analysis of various environmental samples. Has corequisite CHM 4490L. Lecture

CHM 4490L: Environmental Analysis Laboratory (1)

Instrumental analysis of various environmental samples collected from different environmental media, such as water, air, and soil. Has corequisite CHM 4490. Laboratory

CHM 4500: Bioanalytical Chemistry (3)

Analytical techniques used in the study of problems in biotechnology and clinical medicine. Uniqueness of problems inherent to the analysis of biological samples, contemporary methodologies and techniques. Has corequisite CHM 4500L. Lecture

CHM 4500L: Bioanalytical Chemistry Laboratory (1)

Application of state-of-the-art separation and assay techniques to problems in biotechnology and clinical medicine. Has corequisite CHM 4500. Laboratory

CHM 4510: Enzymology (3)

Detailed examination of the structure, function, kinetics, inhibition, and regulation of enzymes. Has corequisite CHM 4510L. Lecture

CHM 4510L: Enzymology Laboratory (1)

Experimental aspects of advanced enzyme kinetics and inhibition. Has corequisite CHM 4510. Laboratory

CHM 4520: Advanced Biomolecular Structure (3)

Examines the relationships between the structure and function of the major biomolecules. Lecture

CHM 4530: Informational Biomolecules and Recombinant DNA (3)

Mechanisms of information transfer in biochemistry including the molecular details of DNA replication, DNA recombination, DNA repair, RNA transcription, protein synthesis, and recombinant techniques. Lecture

CHM 4540: Advanced Metabolism (3)

Detailed examination of advanced metabolic pathways, mechanisms, and regulation. Lecture

CHM 4560: Analytical Toxicology (3)

Sampling from living subjects and postmortem; sample treatment; fundamental theory of commonly used analytical methods, such as colorimetry, fluorimetry, atomic adsorption spectrometry, mass spectrometry, chromatography and immunoassay; the analysis of different types of toxicants, such as toxic gas, volatile hydrocarbons and halogenated compounds, inorganic anions, metal ions, pesticide, food additives, drugs and doping in sports. Lecture

CHM 4590: Green Chemistry (3)

Principles and important concepts of green chemistry. Exploration of how organic chemistry, product development, plant safety, market development, environmental impacts, and financial incentives holistically affect the development of green processes and cleaner technologies. Lecture

CHM 4600: Air Pollution Problems (2)

Concepts of air pollution; major air pollutants; sources; future problems. Lecture

CHM 4610: Senior Project I (2)

The 1st semester of a yearlong course that focuses on mentor-guided and hands-on independent research or projects. Supervisory

CHM 4620: Senior Project II (2)

The 2nd semester of a yearlong course that focuses on mentor-guided and hands-on independent research or projects. Supervisory

CHM 4630: Research Student Seminar (1)

Capstone course that focuses on preparation and presentation of the thesis/project work from CHM 4610 & CHM 4620. Lecture

CHM 4990: Special Topics for Upper Division Students (1 - 3)

Group study at an advanced level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course. Lecture or seminar; may be taken multiple times (limit 5) only with different topics

CHM 4990A: Special Topics for Upper Division Students Activity (1 - 3)

Group study at an advanced level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course. Activity; may be taken multiple times (limit 5) only with different topics

CHM 4990L: Special Topics for Upper Division Students Laboratory (1 - 3)

Group study at an advanced level of a selected well-defined topic or area not covered by a regularly offered course. Laboratory; may be taken multiple times (limit 5) only with different topics