91621

CHEM 123

Art & Science of Fermentation

Swapan Jain

W F 10:10 am-11:30 am

RKC 103

SCI

Have you ever wondered how milk gets converted to yogurt and cheese? What causes the dough to rise during the process of baking? Why is Kimchi sour in taste? How is yeast responsible for the alcohol present in beer and hard cider? In this laboratory science course designed for non-majors, students will explore the different types of fermentation processes that are at the heart of many food items present in daily consumption. Students will learn about basic concepts in chemistry, microbiology, biochemistry, and nutrition science that form the conceptual framework for this course. In the laboratory, students will prepare and analyze consumable items using modern chemical and biological techniques. The aims of this course are to integrate skills such as critical thinking and reading comprehension of scientific articles in relation to public policy and societal issues. Prerequisites: Passing score on Part 1 of the Mathematics Diagnostic or permission of the instructor. Class size: 24

STUDENTS MUST REGISTER FOR ONE OF THE FOLLOWING LAB SECTIONS:

91622

CHEM 123 A

Art/Science:Fermentation Lab

Swapan Jain

F 11:40 am-2:00 pm

RKC 126

SCI

Class size: 12

91623

CHEM 123 B

Art/Science:Fermentation Lab

Gabriel Perron

F 11:40 am-2:00 pm

RKC 124

SCI

Class size: 12

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91624

CHEM 141 I

Basic Principles of Chemistry

Christopher LaFratta

T Th 10:10 am-11:40 am

RKC 103

SCI

An introduction to the composition, structure, and properties of matter. The first semester covers stoichiometry, atomic structure, periodic trends, bonding, molecular geometry, and the behavior of gases, liquids, and solids. The laboratory stresses basic techniques and quantitative applications. Students register for lab separately (see the lab options below). Basic algebra skills are required. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in precalculus. Enrollment in calculus is recommended for students who intend to major in chemistry. Class size: 20

91625

CHEM 141 II

Basic Principles of Chemistry

Marc Koyack

T Th 10:10 am-11:40 am

RKC 102

SCI

See above. Class size: 20

91626

CHEM 141 III

Basic Principles of Chemistry

Justin Foy

T Th 10:10 am-11:40 am

RKC 101

SCI

See above. Class size: 20

STUDENTS MUST REGISTER FOR ONE OF THE FOLLOWING LAB SECTIONS:

91627

CHEM 141 LBA

Basic Princ Chemistry Lab

Justin Foy

T 1:30 pm-3:45 pm

RKC 126

SCI

Class size: 14

91628

CHEM 141 LBB

Basic Princ Chemistry Lab

Justin Foy

T 4:40 pm-6:55 pm

RKC 126

SCI

Class size: 14

91629

CHEM 141 LBC

Basic Princ Chemistry Lab

Justin Foy

W 1:30 pm-3:45 pm

RKC 126

SCI

Class size: 14

91630

CHEM 141 LBD

Basic Princ Chemistry Lab

Justin Foy

Th 1:30 pm-3:45 pm

RKC 126

SCI

Class size: 14

91631

CHEM 141 LBE

Basic Princ Chemistry Lab

Justin Foy

Th 4:40 pm-6:55 pm

RKC 126

SCI

Class size: 14

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91632

CHEM 201 I

Organic ChemISTRY I: Structure & MechANISM

Emily McLaughlin

T Th 8:30 am-10:00 am

RKC 103

SCI

Students study the structure and reactions of specific types of organic compounds and develop interrelationships that provide an integrated understanding of organic chemistry. The course emphasizes general principles and reaction mechanisms, but students are also expected to accumulate and utilize factual material. The laboratory is coordinated with classroom topics and should provide direct experience with many reactions and concepts. The laboratory is also intended to develop familiarity with experiment design, experimental techniques, and instrumental methods such as chromatography and spectroscopy. Class size: 20

91633

CHEM 201 II

Organic ChemISTRY I: Structure & MechANISM

Marc Koyack

T Th 8:30 am-10:00 am

RKC 102

SCI

See above. Class size: 20

STUDENTS MUST REGISTER FOR ONE OF THE FOLLOWING LAB SECTIONS:

91634

CHEM 201 LBA

Organic ChemISTRY I: Structure & MechANISM Lab

Marc Koyack

M 1:30 pm-4:30 pm

RKC 124

SCI

Class size: 10

91635

CHEM 201 LBB

Organic ChemISTRY I: Structure & MechANISM Lab

Emily McLaughlin

T 1:30 pm-4:30 pm

RKC 122

SCI

Class size: 10

91636

CHEM 201 LBC

Organic ChemISTRY I: Structure & MechANISM Lab

Marc Koyack

Th 1:30 pm-4:30 pm

RKC 122 / 124

SCI

Class size: 10

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91637

CHEM 311

Physical Chemistry

Christopher LaFratta

W F 10:10 am-11:40 am

RKC 122

SCI

Quantum chemistry, spectroscopy, and thermodynamics are studied in detail. Topics covered include the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics, the hydrogen atom, computational chemistry, atomic and molecular spectroscopy, the standard functions (enthalpy, entropy, Gibbs, etc), and the microscopic point of view of entropy among others. Pre-requisites: Chemistry 141-142 (or equivalent), Physics 141-142 and Mathematics 141-142, or by permission of instructor. Class size: 12

91638

CHEM 360

AdvANCED LABORATORY Techniques: Synthesis

Craig Anderson

Emily McLaughlin

M 12:40 pm-7:00 pm

RKC 122 / 126

SCI

Advanced lab concepts and techniques will be introduced and studied. Multi-step organic and organometallic synthesis will cover a solid portion of the course. Air and moisture sensitive techniques will be explored. We will also cover many analytical, physical, inorganic, and organic chemistry techniques and applications, as necessary. Weekly assignments, tests, presentations, and lab reports will be the basis for evaluation for the course. Class size: 12

91639

CHEM 399

Independent Research

Craig Anderson

Swapan Jain

Marc Koyack

F 11:50 am-5:00 pm

RKC 122

See Chemistry Faculty.

91640

CHEM 431

Organometallics chemistry

Craig Anderson

T 3:10 pm-5:30 pm

RKC 122

The goal of this course will be to integrate material from inorganic and organic chemistry to provide a basis for understanding the rich chemistry of the metal-carbon bond. The material will consist mainly of an examination of various organometallic reaction mechanisms, including substitution, oxidative addition, reductive elimination, and insertion, combined with a survey of the structure and reactivity of the important types of organometallic ligands. Special topics such as organometallic photochemistry, catalysis, and the use of organometallic reagents in organic synthesis will also be covered.

Class size: 12