CHEMISTRY
(CHM)
College
of Science and Allied Health
Department
Chair: Bruce Osterby
e-mail:
Osterby.bruc@uwlax.edu
Professors: McKelvey, Osterby, Roskos,
Taylor; Associate Professors: Grunwald, Loh, McGraff, Monte; Assistant
Professors: Czerwinski, Miller, P., Rolfhus, Weaver;
Lecturers: Denechaud, DeSouza-Machado,
Hassinger, Koster, S., Olin.
Major
and/or minor requirements differ for students in the College of Business
Administration, College of Liberal Studies, and College of Science and Allied
Health, from those in the School of Education and the College of Health, Physical
Education and Recreation. See separate listings below. The Department of
Chemistry is accredited by the American Chemical Society, and students
following a curriculum meeting the “Minimum Standards” of the Society will be
certified as having an ACS major in
chemistry.
(All
colleges, excluding Teacher Certification programs) — 39 credits, including CHM
103, 104, 301, 303, 304, 305, 309, 310, 313, 471, and electives in chemistry
except CHM 100, 300 and 320.
(Liberal
Studies, Science and Allied Health) — 57 credits, including CHM 103, 104, 301,
303, 304, 305, 309, 313, ECO 110, 120, ACC 221, 222, FIN 355, MKT 309, MGT 308,
408 and electives in chemistry except CHM 100, 300 and 320.
Note:
The chemistry major with
business concentration fulfills the College of
Science and Allied Health core
requirements for both a major and a minor.
(All
colleges, excluding Teacher Certification programs) — 51 credits, including CHM
103, 104, 301, 303, 304, 305, 309, 412 and 441; six credits from CHM 310, 313,
314, 325, 405, 417, 418, 422, 424, 431, 461, and 471; and 12 credits from BIO
341, 447, ESC 345, 460, 481, PHL 341, ECO 346 and HIS 317. Two additional
credits from CHM 499, BIO 499 and ESC 490 recommended.
(ACS
Certification) — 49 credits, including CHM 103, 104, 301, 303, 304, 305, 309,
310, 313, 405, 431, 441, 471, 325 or 417 and electives in chemistry (except CHM
100, 300 and 320) that include at least one laboratory course. Also required
are PHY 203 and 204.
(Middle/Secondary
Education) — 37 credits, including CHM 103, 104, 301, 303, 304, 305, 309, 310,
313 and electives in chemistry except CHM 100, 300 and 320. GEO 200, a
statutory requirement, and C-I 381, an administrative code requirement, must be
taken in addition to the above sequence.
Note:
An additional eight credits in other
science course work must also be taken to meet Wisconsin Administrative Code
requirements for certification.
(Teacher
Certification programs) — 25 credits, including CHM 103, 104, 300 (or 303, 304
and 305), 301, and electives in chemistry, except CHM 100 and 320. GEO 200, a
statutory requirement, and C-I 381, an administrative code requirement, must be
taken in addition to the above sequence.
(Middle/Secondary
Education) — See description of this
broadfield major
on
p. 73.
+ above a course number
indicates a General Education course.
+
CHM 100 Cr.
4
Contemporary
Chemistry
A
survey course focusing on applied chemistry. Fundamental chemistry and science
concepts are developed and then used to study applications of this science to
technology in society. Emphasis is placed on selected topics that are current.
Lect. 3, Lab. 2. Course is not applicable to a major or minor in chemistry and
does not meet the prerequisite requirement of any other chemistry course.
+
CHM 103 Cr.
5
General Chemistry I
An
introduction to chemistry including topics in atomic structure, chemical
bonding, molecular structure, chemical stoichiometry, reactivity, states of
matter, solutions, acid-base theory, and nuclear chemistry, and also including
selected topics in descriptive and applied chemistry. Scientific inquiry,
experimental design and data analysis are included. Lect. 3, Lab. 3, Disc. l.
CHM 104 Cr.
5
General
Chemistry II
The
second half of the two-semester sequence in general chemistry. The course
provides an introduction to the topics of chemical kinetics, equilibria in the
gas and solution phases, acid-base chemistry, solubility, thermochemistry,
electrochemistry, and organic chemistry. The laboratory portion of the course
serves to reinforce and demonstrate the above concepts through experiment.
Qualitative wet chemical analysis is also included in the laboratory portion of
this course. Lect. 3, Lab. 3, Disc. 1. Prerequisite: CHM 103.
CHM 300 Cr.
5
Survey
of Organic Chemistry
A
study of the properties, reactions, and uses of the major classes of organic
compounds. Theories to relate the structure of organic molecules to their chemical reactions is presented as a
unifying principle. Applications of organic chemistry to the life sciences and
to environmental problems are emphasized. A terminal organic chemistry course
recommended for students in the allied health sciences when only one semester
of organic chemistry is required. Lect. 3, Lab. 4. Open to sophomores.
Prerequisite: CHM 104. Course is not applicable to a major in chemistry.
Students with credit in CHM 303 cannot earn credit in CHM 300. CHM 300 does not
satisfy the prerequisite requirement for CHM 304.
CHM 301 Cr.
5
Analytical
Chemistry
Theory
and practice of selected methods of chemical analysis. Titrimetric,
potentiometric, spectrophotometric and gas chromatographic methods of analysis
are studied. Statistical treatment of data and techniques for quality assurance
are also developed. The basic science component in the course is primarily
directed towards ionic equilibria. Lect. 3, Lab. 6. Prerequisite: CHM 104. Open
to sophomores.
CHM 303 Cr.
3
A
study of the structure, methods of structure determination, stereochemistry and
chemical behavior of hydrocarbons, alcohols, and halogenated hydrocarbons.
Theories and mechanisms are introduced to explain chemical behavior. Open to
sophomores. Prerequisite: CHM 104.
Students with credit in CHM 300 cannot earn credit in CHM 303.
CHM 304 Cr.
3
Organic
Chemistry Theory II
Organic
synthesis, common functional groups, carbanions, reaction mechanisms, lipids,
carbohydrates, proteins and polymers.
Prerequisite: CHM 303.
CHM 305 Cr.
2
Organic
Chemistry Laboratory
An
introduction to common laboratory practices in organic chemistry. Experiments
are designed to illustrate synthetic and separation techniques. Organic
qualitative analysis is included. Lab. 6. Prerequisite: CHM 304 or concurrent
registration. Students with credit in CHM 300 cannot earn credit in CHM 305.
CHM 309 Cr.
3
Physical
Chemistry Theory I
Real
gases, equations of state, kinetic and molecular theory, properties of gases,
quantum chemistry, molecular energies, classical thermodynamics, chemical
equilibria, changes of state and reaction kinetics and mechanisms.
Prerequisites: CHM 104, PHY 104 or 203, MTH 208. Familiarity with Mathematica
computer software desirable. Offered Sem. I.
CHM 310 Cr.
3
Physical
Chemistry Theory II
Molecular
spectroscopy, molecular structure, lasers, statistical thermodynamics, solid
states, quantum mechanics and group theory. Prerequisites: CHM 309, PHY 104 or
204, MTH 309. Familiarity with Mathematica computer software desirable. Offered
Sem. II.
CHM 313 Cr.
2
Physical
Chemistry Laboratory I
A
study of the principles of experimental physical chemistry. Topics include
thermodynamics, kinetics, introductory quantum mechanics, and statistical error
analysis. A significant emphasis is placed on learning the skills of scientific
writing. Lect. 1, Lab. 3. Prerequisite: CHM 309 or concurrent enrollment. Offered Sem. I.
CHM 314 Cr.
2
Physical
Chemistry Laboratory II
A
study of the principles of experimental physical chemistry with a focus on
molecular spectroscopy. Topics include infrared and uv/visible absorption
spectroscopies, uv/visible fluorescence spectroscopy, and NMR spectroscopy.
Students are also introduced to basic programming skills and computer
simulations of spectra. A significant emphasis is placed on learning the skills
of oral and written scientific communication. Lect. 1, Lab 3. Prerequisite: CHM
310 or concurrent enrollment. Offered Sem. II.
Practicum
in Chemistry
A
course designed for and adapted to the specific needs of select groups having
specific interests in the applications of techniques and/or theories of
chemistry, i.e., educational professionals, chemical technicians, medical
technologists, etc. Lecture and laboratory will be adapted to the topic being
taught. May be repeated for credit when different topic is presented.
Prerequisite: to be determined — based on topic offered. Course is not
applicable to a major in chemistry. Offered occasionally.
CHM 325 Cr.
4
Survey
of Biochemistry
A
survey of chemical processes in biological systems emphasizing the structure,
function, and interactions of proteins, nucleic acids, carbo-hydrates, lipids,
the regulation of cellular processes, and a description of certain clinical
disorders. Lect. 3, Lab. 3. Prerequisite: CHM 300 or 304. Students with credit
in CHM 417 cannot earn credit in CHM 325.
CHM 361 Cr.
3
Radiochemistry
A
study of the decay of radioactive elements, detection of radiation, methods of
analysis and applications such as neutron activation and radioactive dating.
Lect. 2, Lab. 2. Prerequisite: three semesters of chemistry courses. Students
with credit in CHM 461 cannot earn credit in CHM 361. Offered occasionally.
Advanced
Synthesis Laboratory
Synthesis,
characterization and separation techniques are applied to organic and inorganic
compounds. Applications of nuclear magnetic resonance, gas chromatography, mass
spectrometry and computerized searching of the chemical literature are
included. Independent projects with multi-step syntheses are assigned to
students. Lect. 1, Lab. 6. Prerequisites: CHM 304 and 305. Offered Sem. II.
CHM 412/512 Cr.
3
Environmental
Chemistry
An
interdisciplinary study that explores the role of chemistry in environmental
quality. The course examines scientific, political, economic, social and moral
issues related to topics such as energy, pollution, resource management and
population. The applications of scientific methodologies and chemical
principles to the analysis of environmental problems will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: three semesters of chemistry. Offered Sem. II.
CHM 417/517 Cr.
3
Biochemistry
I
A
study of enzymes, nucleic acids, and other chemical components in biological
systems, emphasizing the regulation and coordination of intra- and
intercellular chemical processes. Laboratory emphasis is on techniques utilized
in protein isolation and characterization. Lect. 2, Lab. 3. Prerequisite: CHM
300 or 304. Students with credit in CHM 325 cannot earn credit in CHM 417. Offered
Sem. I.
CHM 418/518 Cr.
3
Biochemistry
II
A
continuation of the study of enzymes, nucleic acids, and other chemical
components of biological systems emphasizing catabolic and anabolic processes.
Laboratory emphasizes protein purification and characterization. Lect. 2, Lab.
3. Prerequisite: CHM 417. Offered Sem. II.
CHM 421/521 Cr.
1-3
Advanced
Topics in Chemistry
An
advanced topic in chemistry based on appropriate prior work in physical
chemistry, organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, and analytical chemistry.
Lecture and laboratory will be adapted to the topic being taught. May be
repeated for credit when different topic is presented. Prerequisites will be
determined based on topic offered and include a minimum of three semesters of
chemistry courses. Repeatable for credit — no maximum. Offered occasionally.
CHM 422/522 Cr.
3
Polymer
Chemistry
A
study of synthetic high molecular weight materials of practical application in
industry or of theoretical interest in chemistry. Representative polymer systems
are examined with respect to the effect of molecular weight, weight
distribution, and structure on physical properties. The choice of monomeric
starting materials and mechanisms of polymerization are examined in detail.
Methods of characterizing macromolecules are surveyed. Lect. 2, Lab 2.
Prerequisite: CHM 304; CHM 309 highly recommended. Offered alternate years.
CHM 424/524 Cr.
3
Spectroscopy
A
survey of important spectroscopic methods used in chemistry; infrared, proton
and carbon-13 NMR, ultraviolet, and mass spectrometry. Emphasis is placed on
structure determination and hands-on experience with chemical instrumentation.
Lect. 2, Lab. 2. Prerequisite: CHM 300 or 304. Offered alternate years.
CHM 427 Cr.
4
Advanced
Biochemistry
A
study of chemical processes in cells (i.e., enzymes, lipids, membranes,
metabolism, nucleic acids, receptor-sites, etc.) with special emphasis on
building a foundation for the study of methods for diagnosis and treatment of
human diseases and disorders. Prerequisite: enrollment in physician assistant
program or permission of the instructor.
CHM 431/531 Cr.
3
Inorganic
Chemistry
A
survey of the theories of atomic structure, chemical bonding and structure and the
relationship of these theories to inorganic reactions, mechanisms and
coordination compounds. Also presented are the concepts of acid-base theory,
non-aqueous solution chemistry, and topics of current interest in inorganic
chemistry; organo-metallics, inorganic polymers, cluster compounds, etc. Prerequisite: CHM 300 or CHM
304 or concurrent enrollment in CHM 304. Offered Sem. I.
CHM 441/541 Cr.
4
Instrumental
Analysis
A
study of the theory and principles of chemical instrumentation including the
application of basic electronics,
spectroscopy, separation science and electroanalytical methods of chemical
analysis. Lect. 3, Lab. 3. Prerequisite: CHM 301.
CHM 461/561 Cr.
4
Nuclear
Chemistry
A study of the decay of radioactive nuclides with emphasis on the theory of nuclear decay. Laboratory will include the study of the detection of radiation, methods of radio analysis and the safe handling of unsealed radioactive sources. Lect. 3, Lab. 3. Prerequisites: four semesters of chemistry courses. Students with credit in CHM 361 cannot earn credit in CHM 461. Offered Sem. I.
CHM 471
Cr. 2
Capstone
in Chemistry
A
senior level course specifically designed for chemistry majors that considers
recent issues and developments in the chemical sciences. Students will learn to
use chemical information systems. The course will also provide a forum for
student, faculty and guest lecturers. In addition, students will be actively
engaged in the assessment of their major. Prerequisite: senior standing and
major in chemistry. Offered Sem. II.
CHM 489 Cr.
1-2
Independent
Study
Independent
study under the direction and supervision of a member of the chemistry
faculty.
Activities related to chemistry other than those normally considered chemistry
research. Admission by consent of the chemistry department staff. Repeatable
for credit — maximum 2.
CHM 499 Cr.
2
Research
and Seminar
Laboratory
research under the direction and supervision of a member of the chemistry
departmental staff, for selected students. Admission by consent of the
chemistry department staff. Repeatable for credit — maximum 4.