45 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Chemistry
MINOR A CHEMISTRY MINOR requires the comple tion of the following courses: Chemistry 105, 106, 301, 302, 350 or 402, 403. Six dis tinct chemistry minor units apart from any other major or minor. Biochemistry Biochemistry is the study of the chemistry of living systems. This interdisciplinary program draws upon the areas ofbiology and chemistry. OBJECTIVES The major is designed especially for those students planning a career in the health professions. The requirements for schools of medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and medical technology are met within this major. This program will also prepare one for graduate school in many of the life sci ence areas. Along with the appropriate edu cation courses, one is also prepared to teach high school biology and chemistry This major would prepare one for labora tory work in the pharmaceutical and chemi cal industry and in the growing area of biotechnology. DEGREE PROGRAM A BACHELOR OF ScIENCE DEGREE IN BIOCHEMISrRY is offered upon completion of the university baccalaureate and major requirements. The biochemistry major requires the completion of 67 units consisting of the following: Chemistry 105, 106, 301, 302, 350 or 402; Biology 111, 282, 312, or 281; Biochemistry 411,412,422; Physics 111, 122, or 211,222; Mathematics 105, 106 and 5-8 units of science/math electives. Note: The general education requirement for mathematics and science is met within this major. The foreign language require ment is met by two years in high school or four units ofcollege foreign language. COURSES (CHEMISl'RY AND BIOCHEMISTRY) 100 Introduction to Chemistry (2) A non-lab course introducing the student to basic chemical terminology, symbols and concepts with an emphasis in biochemistry. Does not fulfill nursing requirement in chemistry. Meets prerequisite to Biology 281 and is applicable towards general edu cation science requirement. Not open to students who have college chemistry.
101, 102 Chemistry Survey (3,3) Principles and theories of general, or ganic and biochemistry and their applica tions to medicine and nutrition. Two hours lecture, three hours laboratory each semester. Prerequisite: high school chem istry and algebra or passing grade on en trance exam. Lab fee: $15. 105 General Chemistry I (4) Principles and theories of the structure and properties of matter including atomic theory, stoichemistry, molecular structure, bonding and state of matter. Prerequisite: high school chemistry, intermediate alge bra. Fall semester only. Lab fee: $20. 106 General Chemistry II (5) The principles and theory of chemical reactivity including kinetics, equilibria and thermodynamics as applied to acid/base, redox and other ionic systems. Prerequisite: Chemistry 105. Spring semester only. Lab fee: $25. 110 Chemistry Topics (1-2) Various topics in introductory chemistry. Prerequisite: department approval. 301, 302 Organic Chemistry (5,5) Structure and reactivity of carbon-con taining compounds; emphasis given to mechanisms of organic reactions. Second semester includes structural biochemistry. Laboratory emphasizes analytical organic chemistry. Three hours lecture, six hours laboratory. Prerequisite: 106. Lab fee: $30. 350 Analytical Chemistry (5) A survey of classical chemical methods of analysis such as titrimetric and gravimet ric along with various instrumental meth ods including electrochemical, spectroscop ic and chromatographic. Three hours lec ture, six hours laboratory. Prerequisite: 301. Lab fee: $20. 402 Physical Chemistry I (3) The physical laws governing chemical reactivity are investigated. Subject include thermodynamics, kinetics, electrochem istry and macromolecular behavior. Prerequisite: 302, Physics and Calculus. 403 Physical Chemistry La,b ( 1) Laboratory experiments in chemical dy namics, kinetics, spectroscopy and quantum mechanics. Prerequisite: 402.
FACULTY Professor: Rynd Associate Professor: Lin
OBJECTIVES Upon completion of the chemistry pro gram a student will have demonstrated (1) an understanding of the basic concepts of the structure of matter and the changes it undergoes, (2) an ability to do quantitative problem solving, (3) proficiency in common laboratory methods, and (4) a knowledge of resource material in chemistry. The program is designed to meet the re quirements and needs of students going into industry, into professional programs (medicine, engineering, etc.), into graduate school, and into education. To satisfy the diverse interest and needs a number of course options are available. A core cur riculum is required of all majors after which electives with guidance of an adviser are chosen to meet specific needs. DEGREE PROGRAM A BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN CHEMISTRY is offered upon completion of the university baccalaureate and major requirements. The chemistry major requires the comple tion of 60 units consisting of 22 units of sup portive courses, 32 units of core chemistry courses and six units of chemistry related electives. Core Courses: Math 105, 106; Computer Science 101; Physics 211, 222, and either 321, 331 or 341; Chemistry 105, 106, 301, 302,350,402,403,404,450. Recommended electives for those interest ed in the following fields are specified below:
Pre-medicine/biochemistry Chemistry 411,412, Biology 111,281,312.
Industrial: Physics Physics 321, 322; Chemistry 480.
Graduate School Chemistry 420; Physics 321 or 332, Math 205 or 435. Note: Chemistry majors automatically meet the general education requirements of eight units ofscience and mathematics. The language requirement is the minimum of two years in high school or one semester ofcollege.
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