Chemistry

Professors

James C. Duchamp, Chair

Michael Lane

Laura J. Hainsworth

Caleb Gibson

The program is a four-year sequence of courses in the Chemistry and Teacher Preparation tracks, or a three-year sequence at Emory & Henry followed by courses at a school of pharmacy in the Applied Health Sciences track. To prevent scheduling problems, first-year students are encouraged to consult with members of the department for a recommended four-year academic plan. Some courses in the contextual and support areas also should be scheduled at certain times.

Degrees and Certificates

Courses

CHEM 100: Introduction to Biology and Chemistry

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

This course introduces students to foundational biology and chemistry concepts with an emphasis on the relationship between the two. In addition, the course will focus on techniques and study strategies which are key to success in the Natural Sciences.

Corequisites

MATH 101

CHEM 105: Introduction to College Chemistry

Program
Semester Hours 4.0 Lab Hours 3

Basic theories of atomic structure, chemical reactions, gas laws, atomic theory, and chemical bonding. Not intended for potential science majors. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours.

CHEM 111: General Chemistry I

Program
Semester Hours 4.0

Concepts and theories of atomic structure, chemical bonding, gases, liquids, and solids. Qualitative and quantitative descriptions of chemical reactions. Solution chemistry. 

Prerequisites

CHEM 100 or BIOL 100

Corequisites

MATH 121 or higher and CHEM 111L

CHEM 111L: General Chemistry Lab

Program
Semester Hours 0.0

Lab course covering the concepts and theories of atomic structure, chemical bonding, gases, liquids, and solids. Qualitative and quantitative descriptions of chemical reactions. Solution chemistry. Four laboratory hours. Zero semester hours.

Corequisites

CHEM 111

CHEM 112: General Chemistry II

Program
Semester Hours 4.0

Fundamental laws of kinetics, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, chemical equilibrium, acid base theory, descriptive chemistry of metals and nonmetals, and nuclear chemistry. 

Prerequisites

Grade of 'C-' or better in CHEM 111 and 111L.

Corequisites

CHEM 112L

CHEM 112L: General Chemistry II Lab

Program
Semester Hours 0.0

Lab course covering the fundamental laws of kinetics, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, chemical equilibrium, acid base theory, descriptive chemistry of metals and nonmetals, and nuclear chemistry. Four laboratory hours. Zero semester hours.

Corequisites

CHEM 112

CHEM 125: Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

This course covers the fundamental concepts of chemistry including nomenclature; stoichiometry; atomic and electronic structure; thermochemistry; bonding; periodic correlations; the behavior of solids, liquids and gases; and an introduction to organic functional groups and biomolecules.  Primarily intended for students interested in Nursing.  

CHEM 211: Organic Chemistry I

Program
Semester Hours 4.0 Lab Hours 4

Study of organic compounds based on the functional groups approach. Emphasis on physical and chemical properties, applications, reactions, mechanisms, syntheses, nomenclature, stereochemistry, spectroscopy, and molecular modeling. Three lecture hours and four laboratory hours.

Prerequisites

Grade of 'C-' or better in CHEM 112.

CHEM 212: Organic Chemistry II

Program
Semester Hours 4.0 Lab Hours 4

Study of organic compounds based on the functional groups approach. Emphasis on physical and chemical properties, applications, reactions, mechanisms, syntheses, nomenclature, stereochemistry, spectroscopy, and molecular modeling. Three lecture hours and four laboratory hours.

Prerequisites

Grade of 'C-' or better in CHEM 211.

CHEM 221: Analytical Chemistry

Program
Semester Hours 4.0 Lab Hours 4

Quantitative volumetric and gravimetric analysis, statistical treatment of data, electrochemistry, and introductory instrumental methods of analysis. 

Prerequisites

CHEM 112

CHEM 230: Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Foundational course in inorganic chemistry. Topics include periodic properties, simple bonding and molecular orbital theory, molecular symmetry and group theory, acidbase and donoracceptor chemistry, and descriptive chemistry of the main group elements. 

Prerequisites

Grade of 'C' or better in CHEM 112.

CHEM 240: Introduction to Biochemistry

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

An introduction to the molecules and chemical reactions of living systems. Structure and function of important classes of biomolecules are explored and the relationship of structure to function is stressed. Basic metabolic sequences are discussed. 

Prerequisites

CHEM 112

CHEM 285: Research Experience I

Program
Semester Hours 1.0

Hands-on research experience through assistance in faculty research projects.

Prerequisites

CHEM 112 and permission of the faculty member directing the project.

CHEM 286: Research Experience II

Program
Semester Hours 1.0

Hands-on research experience through assistance in faculty research projects.

Prerequisites

CHEM 112 and permission of the faculty member directing the project.

CHEM 287: Research Experience III

Program
Semester Hours 1.0

Hands-on research experience through assistance in faculty research projects.

Prerequisites

CHEM 112 and permission of the faculty member directing the project.

CHEM 288: Research Experience IV

Program
Semester Hours 1.0

Hands-on research experience through assistance in faculty research projects.

Prerequisites

CHEM 112 and permission of the faculty member directing the project.

CHEM 312: Physical Chemistry I

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Study of physical chemical principles related to classical thermodynamics, equilibrium properties of solids and solutions, kinetic theory and reaction kinetics.

Prerequisites

CHEM 112, MATH 152, and PHYS 201, or instructor permission.

CHEM 313: Physical Chemistry II

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Quantum mechanical approach extended to descriptions of chemical bonding and spectroscopy using group theory. Physical methods of studying crystal structure and electromagnetic properties.

Prerequisites

CHEM 312

CHEM 320: Materials Science

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Focus on kinetic and thermodynamical processes in solid state structures. Emphasis on structure-property Relationships especially as related to mechanical properties. 

Prerequisites

CHEM 112

CHEM 350: Special Topics

Program
Semester Hours 4.0

Selected topics in chemistry chosen by the instructor in response to student needs and interests.

Prerequisites

CHEM 111 and 112 and instructor permission.

CHEM 411: Inorganic Chemistry

Program
Semester Hours 4.0 Lab Hours 4

Chemistry of the elements emphasizing periodic trends and electronic properties. Current theories of bonding and molecular structure; reactivity and uses of coordination complexes.

Prerequisites

CHEM 212

CHEM 422: Instrumental Analysis

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Principles of design and operation of modern instrumentation in chemistry. Consideration of methods common in research as well as applied sciences such as environmental monitoring and medicine.

Prerequisites

CHEM 221

CHEM 430X: Biochemistry

Program
Semester Hours 4.0 Lab Hours 3

Cell ultrastructure, metabolic pathways, and control mechanisms for cellular processes: respiration, photosynthesis, DNA, replication, protein synthesis, and differentiation.

Prerequisites

BIOL 117 and CHEM 211.

CHEM 433: Advanced Organic Chemistry

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Organic reactions and mechanisms. Hueckle molecular orbital theory, electrocyclic reactions, molecular photochemistry, nonclassicalcarbonium ions, carbanions, natural products, synthesis of novel and biologically important compounds.

Prerequisites

CHEM 212

CHEM 444: Instrumental Organic Analysis

Program
Semester Hours 4.0 Lab Hours 4

Qualitative and quantitative analysis of organic compounds based on spectrometric and chromatographic methods. Techniques including infrared, nuclear magnetic resonance, mass spectrometry, ultra-violet/visible, gas chromatography, high performance liquid chromatography, and combination techniques such as GC-MS. Emphasis on problem solving with instrumentation.

Prerequisites

CHEM 212

CHEM 460: Independent Study

Program
Semester Hours 1.0 4

Experimental or theoretical student research under chemistry faculty supervision.

Prerequisites

Senior status and departmental approval.

CHEM 470: Internship I

Program
Semester Hours 6.0

Work experience related to the student's major, jointly supervised by the department and a professional in the field. Although the usual internship will carry either three or six hours credit, a student may elect to arrange an internship carrying between two and six hours credit with the permission of the department. Each hour of credit will require forty hours at the internship site.

Prerequisites

Junior or senior status, departmental approval, and completion of appropriate courses as preparation for the desired work experience.

CHEM 471: Internship II

Program
Semester Hours 6.0

Work experience related to the student's major, jointly supervised by the department and a professional in the field. Although the usual internship will carry either three or six hours credit, a student may elect to arrange an internship carrying between two and six hours credit with the permission of the department. Each hour of credit will require forty hours at the internship site.

Prerequisites

Junior or senior status, departmental permission, and completion of appropriate courses as preparation for the desired work experience.

CHEM 490: Honor Project

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Independent research in a special topic for honors.

Prerequisites

Senior status, GPA of 3.0 or higher.