Chemistry (CHEM) 

A mandatory safety lesson must be completed before the student is admitted to any other chemistry laboratory sessions. Approved Chemical Splash Resistant goggles are required and may be purchased through the bookstore. Certain clothing restrictions exist and will be explained by the instructor. Attendance during the first week of class is mandatory and may affect a student’s continued enrollment in these classes. Students must earn at least 60% of the total laboratory points in a course to receive a passing grade for the course. Courses in this area may require additional hours outside of scheduled class times. High school chemistry must have been completed within the last 3 years, or the student must have completed CHEM 100 or CHEM 111 in order to meet the prerequisite requirement.

CHEM 100 Introduction to Chemistry (A, W, SP, SU, DL)

4 credits
This is a preparatory chemistry course covering the basic concepts of chemistry with emphasis on the physical and chemical properties of matter, problem-solving, and an introduction to chemical reactions. Related laboratory work and demonstrations are included. Safety training and goggles are required for laboratory sessions. Students enrolled in distance versions of this course will be required to come to campus for an orientation meeting and completion of certain exams and laboratories. Laboratories in distance learning course are generally done on an every other week basis on campus.
Lecture: 3 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisites: MATH 102 or higher and placement into ENGL 100 or higher. Not open to students with credit for CHEM 111, 112, 113, 171, 172, or 173.
Lab fee: $13.00

CHEM 110 Chemistry and Society (A, W, SP, SU)

5 credits
CHEM 110 is a course for nonscience majors intended to a) acquaint students with the science of chemistry as it relates to modern technological society, and b) help students learn about chemistry in the context of their everyday lives. This course will also help students realize the interconnection between chemistry and other disciplines in the natural sciences. The material in the course focuses on the practical significance of basic chemistry in the context of social, political and economic issues that affect our world. In addition, this course will provide students with an interactive laboratory experience. Safety training and goggles are required for participation in laboratory sessions.
Lecture: 4 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisites: Placement into Math 102 or higher and placement into ENGL 101. Not open to students with credit for CHEM 111 or higher.
Lab fee: $19.00

CHEM 111 Elementary Chemistry I (A, W, SP, SU, DL)

5 credits
This is an introductory course in fundamental chemical concepts and laboratory techniques. Topics include atomic structure, periodic classification of elements, stoichiometry, solutions, acids and bases, pH and buffers, the gas laws, chemical equilibrium and nuclear chemistry. Safety training and goggles are required for laboratory sessions. This course and CHEM 112 provide a two-quarter sequence in physical science that will fulfill the elective requirement for the Associate of Science Degree. Students enrolled in distance versions of this course will be required to come to campus for an orientation meeting and completion of certain exams and laboratories. Laboratories in distance learning course are generally done on an every other week basis on campus
Lecture: 4 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisites: MATH 102 or higher and placement into ENGL 101. Not open to students with credit for CHEM 171, 172 or 173
Lab fee: $19.00

CHEM 112 Elementary Chemistry II (A, W, SP, SU, DL)

5 credits
CHEM 112 is an introductory course in fundamental organic chemistry, biochemistry and laboratory techniques. Course covers the study of carbon compounds organized according to functional groups including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes and vitamins. Emphasis is placed on physiological function. Safety training and goggles are required for laboratory sessions. Students enrolled in distance versions of this course will be required to come to campus for an orientation meeting and completion of certain exams and laboratories. Laboratories in distance learning course are generally done on an every other week basis on campus.
Lecture: 4 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 111; not open to students with credit for CHEM 171 or CHEM 251 or higher.
Lab fee: $19.00

CHEM 113 Elements of Organic and Biochemistry (A, W, SP, SU, DL)

5 credits
This is a course in elementary chemical concepts designed primarily for allied health students. It includes the study of basic organic chemistry, especially related to functional groups, and biochemistry including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes and nucleic acids and metabolism. Safety training and goggles are required for the laboratory session. Students enrolled in distance versions of this course will be required to come to campus for an orientation meeting and completion of certain exams and laboratories. Laboratories in distance learning courses are generally done on an every other week basis on campus.
Lecture: 4 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisites: High school chemistry completed within the last 3 years, or CHEM 100 or CHEM 111, or successfully completing a chemistry placement exam; MATH 102 or higher; and placement into ENGL 101. Not open to students with credit for CHEM 112 or CHEM 251.
Lab fee: $19.00

CHEM 171 General Chemistry I (A, W, SP, SU, DL)

5 credits
CHEM 171 presents fundamental chemical principles for chemistry majors and pre-professionals. Topics include chemical calculations, the mole concept, atomic structure, periodic classification, bonding, the behavior of gases and thermochemistry. Laboratory sessions provide bench experiences. Students will be required to participate in a laboratory research experience. Safety training and goggles are required for laboratory sessions. This is the first of a three-quarter sequence designed for students entering scientific disciplines. This course and CHEM 172 provide a two-quarter sequence in physical science that will fulfill the elective requirements for the Associate of Science Degree. Students enrolled in distance versions of this course will be required to come to campus for an orientation meeting and completion of certain exams and laboratories. Laboratories in distance learning courses are generally done on an every other week basis on campus.
Lecture: 4 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisites: High school chemistry or CHEM 100 or CHEM 111, completion of or concurrent enrollment in MATH 148 or equivalent, and placement into ENGL 101
Lab fee: $19.00

CHEM 172 General Chemistry II (A, W, SP, SU, DL)

5 credits
This course is a continuation of CHEM 171. Topics include chemical bonding, molecular geometry, behavior of liquids and solids, solutions, kinetics, equilibrium and acid-base chemistry. Laboratory sessions provide bench experiences. Students will be required to participate in a laboratory research experience. Safety training and goggles are required for laboratory sessions. This is the second of a three-quarter sequence designed for students entering scientific disciplines. Students enrolled in distance versions of this course will be required to come to campus for an orientation meeting and completion of certain exams and laboratories. Laboratories in distance learning courses are generally done on an every other week basis on campus.
Lecture: 4 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 171
Lab fee: $19.00

CHEM 173 General Chemistry III (A, W, SP, SU,  DL)

5 credits
CHEM 173 is a continuation of CHEM 172. Topics include buffers, solubility equilibria, atmospheric chemistry, entropy and free energy, electrochemistry, the chemistry of metals and nonmetals, coordination complexes and nuclear chemistry. Laboratory sessions provide bench experiences. Students will be required to participate in a laboratory research experience. Safety training and goggles are required for laboratory sessions. This is the third of a three-quarter sequence designed for students entering scientific disciplines. Students enrolled in distance versions of this course will be required to come to campus for an orientation meeting and completion of certain exams and laboratories. Laboratories in distance learning courses are generally done on an every other week basis on campus.
Lecture: 4 hours – Lab: 3 hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 172
Lab fee: $19.00

CHEM 251 Organic Chemistry I (A, W, SP, SU)

5 credits
This is the first course in a three-course sequence in organic chemistry. CHEM 251 covers structure, nomenclature, physical properties, bonding and reactions of alkanes, alkenes, and alkyl halides.
Lecture: 5 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 173
Lab fee: $6.00

CHEM 252 Organic Chemistry II (A, W, SP, SU)

5 credits
This is the second course in a three-course sequence in organic chemistry. This course includes the study of physical and chemical properties of aromatic compounds, alcohols, thiols, ethers, epoxides, sulfides, carbonyl compounds, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, and carbohydrates.
Lecture: 5 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 251
Concurrent Enrollment: CHEM 254
Lab fee: $6.00

CHEM 253 Organic Chemistry III (A, W, SP, SU)

5 credits
This is the third course in a three-course sequence in organic chemistry. This course includes the study of spectroscopic methods, molecular orbital theory, polymers, the chemical and physical properties of amines, amino acids, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids.
Lecture: 5 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 252
Lab fee: $6.00

CHEM 254 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I (A, W, SP, SU)

3 credits
This is the first course in a two-course sequence in organic chemistry laboratory. This course introduces the student to laboratory techniques of organic chemistry, including synthesis, isolation, purification, and identification of organic compounds. Students will be required to participate in a laboratory research experience.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 8 hours
Prerequisite: CHEM 251 and concurrent enrollment in CHEM 252
Lab fee: $39.00

CHEM 255 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II (A, W, SP, SU)

3 credits
This is the second course in a two-course sequence in organic chemistry laboratory. This course includes further study of organic laboratory techniques including synthesis, isolation, purification and identification of organic compounds. Students will be required to participate in a laboratory research experience.
Lecture: 1 hour – Lab: 8 hours
Prerequisites: CHEM 252 and CHEM 254
Lab fee: $39.00

CHEM 261 Introduction to Biochemistry (A, W, SP, SU)

5 credits
This is an introductory course in biochemistry dealing with the molecular basis of structure and metabolism of plants, animals and microorganisms.
Lecture: 5 hours – Lab: 0 hours
Prerequisites: CHEM 252 and two quarters of biological science
Lab fee: $6.00

CHEM 290 Capstone Experience in Chemistry (On Demand)

3 credits
CHEM 290 is an integrated science course blending elements of chemistry, physics and biology. Topics include the historical development of the sciences, ethical issues in science and how they affect the advancement of scientific thought, and the scientific method as it relates to experimental design and interpretation of scientific results. The laboratory utilizes an investigative approach taking students through the process of identifying a research problem, conducting a literature review, writing a research proposal, collecting and analyzing data, writing a scientific paper and presenting results. This course is required for all science majors seeking either the Associate of Arts or Associate of Science Degree.
Lecture: 2 hours – Lab: 2 hours
Prerequisite: 75 hours or more of course work completed with a minimum of 20 credit hours within chemistry
Lab fee: $18.00

CHEM 293 Independent Study in Chemistry (On Demand)
CHEM 293 offers a detailed examination of selected topics of interest in chemistry.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
Lab fee: Varies

CHEM 299 Special Topics in Chemistry (On Demand)

1-5 credits
This course is an opportunity for a detailed examination of selected topics of interest in chemistry.
Lecture: 1 to 5 hours – Lab: 0 to 6 hours
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
Lab fee: Varies