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CHEM-210 General Chemistry II FA5 (4)
Oxidation-reduction reactions, reaction rates, equilibrium and its relation to thermodynamics, acid-base chemistry and its practical applications, electrochemistry, molecular bonding theory, and nuclear chemistry. Related laboratory work covers titration techniques, spectroscopic analysis, kinetics experiments, and introduction to qualitative and quantitative analysis. Usually Offered: spring. Prerequisite: CHEM-110 .
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CHEM-230 Earth Sciences FA5 (3)
Combines geology, geophysics, and geochemistry in describing the evolution of our planet, the deep structure of the earth, its plate tectonic evolution, and interaction of the crust with the hydrosphere, biosphere, and atmosphere. Occasional laboratory demonstrations and field trips.
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CHEM-250 Criminalistics, Crime, and Society FA5 (3)
This course presents the unique and challenging application of science to law. The focus is on the scientific aspects of criminal investigations and judicial process. The course includes an overview of forensic science, the identification of illicit drugs, fibers, hairs, accelerants, gun shot residues, and explosives by chemical analysis, as well as DNA profiling. Emphasis is placed on the techniques of sampling a crime scene and the use of physical evidence to help solve cases. Students learn how to unlock the mystery of crimes through application of physical and chemical techniques.
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CHEM-296 Selected Topics: Non-Recurring (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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CHEM-310 Organic Chemistry I (3)
Systematic treatment of hydrocarbons, alkyl halides, alcohols, carbonyl compounds, acids, and their derivatives. Ionic and free radical reactions and stereochemistry. Usually Offered: fall. Prerequisite: CHEM-210 . Corequisite: CHEM-312 .
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CHEM-312 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory (1)
Laboratory theory and practice in synthesis, separation, and purification of organic compounds. Introduction to separation techniques including thin-layer, column, and gas chromatography. Usually Offered: fall. Corequisite: CHEM-310 .
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CHEM-320 Organic Chemistry II (3)
Aliphatic and aromatic compounds and electrophilic substitution; spectral methods; and nitrogen compounds and their derivatives. Introduction to poly functional compounds including amino acids, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids. Usually Offered: spring. Prerequisite: CHEM-310 . Corequisite: CHEM-322 .
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CHEM-322 Organic Chemistry II Laboratory (1)
Multistep syntheses; synthesis of poly functional compounds; introduction to infrared and nuclear magnetic resonance spectra; qualitative organic analysis. Usually Offered: spring. Corequisite: CHEM-320 .
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CHEM-330 Environmental Chemistry (3)
This course emphasizes that all parts of the environment are made up of chemicals, and that natural processes occurring in the environment all involve chemical reactions. As part of a description of the chemistry of the lithosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere, the composition of an unpolluted environment is presented, as well as techniques used by the EPA to measure pollutants. Prerequisite: CHEM-110 .
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CHEM-390 Independent Reading Course in Chemistry (1-6)
Permission: instructor and department chair.
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CHEM-396 Selected Topics: Non-Recurring (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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CHEM-398 Honors: Junior Year (1-3)
Independent chemical laboratory research project under the direction of a faculty advisor. Usually Offered: fall. Prerequisite: CHEM-320 /CHEM-322 Restriction: University Honors/AU Honors. Permission: department chair and university honors director.
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CHEM-399 Honors: Junior Year (1-3)
Independent chemical laboratory research project under the direction of a faculty advisor. Usually Offered: spring. Prerequisite: CHEM-320 /CHEM-322 . Permission: department chair and university honors director.
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CHEM-410 Biophysical Chemistry (3)
This physical chemistry course provides an introduction to the states of matter, thermodynamics, equilibrium, solutions, and kinetics applied to biological and environmental systems by using examples from the life sciences. Usually Offered: spring. Prerequisite: CHEM-320 and MATH-221 .
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CHEM-415 Advanced Physical Chemistry (3)
Advanced physical chemistry course covering quantum chemistry, molecular spectroscopy, group theory, molecular spectroscopy, statistical mechanics, and modern physical chemistry research topics. Crosslist: CHEM-615 . Prerequisite: CHEM-320 and MATH-313 . Corequisite: CHEM-481 .
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CHEM-421 Advanced Organic Chemistry (3)
Principles of physical organic chemistry. Bonding and conformational analysis; nucleophilic substitution at carbon; elimination and addition reactions; carbene chemistry; and cycloaddition reactions. Crosslist: CHEM-621 . Usually Offered: fall. Prerequisite: CHEM-320 and CHEM-410 .
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CHEM-424 Application of Spectroscopy in Medicinal Chemistry (3)
Focuses on the applied fundamental analytical chemistry to biologically active and clinically relevant compounds. Topics such as chromatographic separations e.g., gas chromatography (GC), liquid chromatography (LC), capillary electrophoresis (CE); mass spectrometry (qualitative and quantitative analysis); nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR); and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS), are discussed. In addition, modern applications in the analysis of small molecules in the pharmaceutical industry and in the clinic are covered. Crosslist: CHEM-624 . Usually Offered: alternate springs. Prerequisite: CHEM-320 and CHEM-322 .
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CHEM-433 Protein Chemistry (3)
Protein chemistry focuses on the chemical and biochemical aspects of the behavior and characterization of protein. This course delivers a comprehensive overview of protein synthesis, protein structure and folding, protein function and cooperativity, enzyme kinetics and mechanisms, production and purification of proteins in a laboratory setting, and current characterization methods for proteins. Crosslist: CHEM-633 . Usually Offered: alternate springs. Prerequisite: BIO-110 and BIO-210 , or CHEM-110 and CHEM-210 .
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CHEM-435 Topics in Biological and Organic Chemistry (3)
Topics vary by section. Rotating topics include advanced techniques in QSAR and drug discovery. Meets with CHEM-635 . Usually Offered: alternate springs. Repeatable for credit with different topic. Prerequisite: CHEM-310 /CHEM-312 , and CHEM-320 /CHEM-322 .
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CHEM-436 Clinical Laboratory: Analysis, Quality Assurance and Control (3)
An overview of good laboratory practice for a clinical setting. The course includes actions necessary to provide adequate confidence in test results for a given set of requirements and standards. Emphasis is placed on modern biochemical techniques for the quantitative analysis of biological samples and body fluids, such as the analysis of blood plasma and serum for a wide variety of substances and their use in diagnosis and monitoring of disease. Other topics include statistics, patient preparation, specimen integrity, external proficiency control, internal quality control, analytical goals, and laboratory management. Crosslist: CHEM-636 . Usually Offered: spring.
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CHEM-440 Advanced Analytical Chemistry (3)
Techniques of chemical analysis; theory of acid-base, complexation, precipitation, and redox equilibria; volumetric and gravimetric analysis; statistical analysis of data; separation and analysis of complex mixtures; ion-selective electrodes, polarography; amperometry; atomic and x-ray spectroscopy; chromatography, microscopy; radiometric techniques; and neutron activation analysis. Crosslist: CHEM-640 . Usually Offered: alternate springs. Prerequisite: CHEM-460 .
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CHEM-442 Chemical and Enzyme Kinetics (3)
Study of reactions, catalysis, and enzymes. Reversible, concurrent, and consecutive reactions. Steady state approximation, transition states and mechanisms. Reactions in solutions and on surfaces. Crosslist: CHEM-642 . Prerequisite: MATH-222 and CHEM-410 .
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CHEM-450 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (3)
This course covers topics historically taught in inorganic chemistry, including bonding theory, molecular symmetry, spectroscopy, acid-based chemistry, coordination chemistry, and eletrochemistry. It also covers modern applications of transition-metal catalyzed reactions, metals in biology, and solid-state chemistry. Crosslist: CHEM-650 . Usually Offered: fall. Prerequisite: CHEM-320 . Corequisite: CHEM-482 .
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CHEM-455 Topics in Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry (3)
Topics vary by section. Rotating topics include organometallics or advanced techniques in NMR and mass spectrometry. Crosslist: CHEM-655 . Usually Offered: alternate springs. Repeatable for credit with different topic. Permission: instructor and department chair.
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CHEM-460 Instrumental Analysis (3)
Analytical and instrumental methods; statistical analysis of data and errors; theory of optical and chromatographic methods including ultraviolet, visible, infrared, and fluorescence spectroscopy, and gas and liquid chromatography; atomic spectroscopy; mass spectrometry; and nuclear magnetic resonance. Usually Offered: fall. Prerequisite: CHEM-320 , MATH-222 , and PHYS-210 .
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CHEM-462 Topics in Environmental Chemistry (3)
Topics vary by section. Rotating topics including applications of green chemistry, atmospheric chemistry, recycling and remediation, and natural products chemistry. Crosslist: CHEM-662 . Repeatable for credit with different topic. Prerequisite: CHEM-210 .
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CHEM-465 Biochemistry I (3)
Biochemistry is the study of the chemistry of life. This course, the first of a two-course sequence, focuses on structures and function of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, proteins, DNA and RNA; enzyme kinetics; DNA replication; gene expression and protein synthesis; recombinant DNA technology; and DNA-based information technology. Crosslist: CHEM-665 . Usually Offered: fall. Prerequisite: CHEM-320 .
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CHEM-466 Biochemistry II (3)
Biochemistry is the study of the chemistry of life. This course, the second of a two-course sequence, focuses on principles of signal transduction; principles of bioenergetics and metabolic regulation; catabolism and anabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, and nucleotides; and hormonal regulation of mammalian metabolism. Crosslist: CHEM-666 . Usually Offered: spring. Prerequisite: CHEM-310 and CHEM-320 , and BIO-320 or CHEM-465 .
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CHEM-467 Introduction to Proteomics (3)
An introduction to genomics and protein production from genes. Includes protein activities and functions; networks of proteins and protein expression; structural biological method for determining protein structures and interactions of small molecules such as pharmaceuticals, with protein targets; and methods for identifying protein functions and protein-protein interaction networks. Crosslist: CHEM-667 . Usually Offered: alternate springs. Prerequisite: CHEM-466 .
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CHEM-468 Medicinal Biochemistry (3)
This course covers the biochemistry of human health and disease. In particular, it provides a critical illustration of the metabolic and signaling pathways characteristic of human health and compares them with those characteristics of pathological conditions. Moreover, the course covers the analysis metabolites for diagnostic purposes. Theoretical description of the topics is accompanied by discussion of practical medical literature cases. Crosslist: CHEM-668 . Usually Offered: alternate falls.
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CHEM-470 Principles of Biochemistry (3)
Biochemistry is the study of the chemistry of life. This course delivers a comprehensive overview of the main principles of biochemistry. In particular, it delivers an overview of the structure and function of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, proteins, DNA and RNA; an overview of the functioning of oxygen binding proteins and enzymes; a survey of the function of DNA and RNA and their relationships with proteins; a brief overview of the main principles of signal transduction; and a survey of human metabolisms and metabolic regulation. Usually Offered: spring. Prerequisite: .
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CHEM-471 Experimental Biological Chemistry I (3)
Students are introduced to the department’s student-led research project developing technologies and basic understanding of protein nanoparticle conjugates. They gain familiarity with these materials as well as proficiency in techniques usually used in labs associated with analytical, biophysical, and biochemistry courses. Crosslist: CHEM-671 . Usually Offered: fall. Prerequisite: CHEM-322 .
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CHEM-472 Experimental Biological Chemistry II (3)
In this course students design and execute experiments to expand their understanding and increase the functional properties of protein nanoparticle conjugates from CHEM-471. Students projects are the basis for lab development and students are encouraged to publish their work in scientific journals. Crosslist: CHEM-672 . Usually Offered: spring. Prerequisite: CHEM-471 .
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CHEM-479 Chemical Warfare Agents (3)
Chemicals have the potential to be used as weapons of mass destruction by states and terrorists. Understanding the chemistry and biochemistry of chemical warfare agents is key to put in place effective countermeasures. After a brief historical introduction and an overview of the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC), this course examines different classes of chemical warfare agents, covering structures, mechanisms of action, toxicology, medical countermeasures, personal protection equipment, decontamination, and clinical detection. The course ends with an overview of the emergency response to chemical warfare agent incidents. Crosslist: CHEM-679 . Usually Offered: fall. Prerequisite: CHEM-310 .
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CHEM-481 Experimental Chemistry I (3)
Chemistry is inherently an experimental science. In this course students learn and become familiar with the experimental techniques necessary to answer some of the most challenging questions in modern chemistry. Crosslist: CHEM-681 . Corequisite: CHEM-415 .
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CHEM-482 Experimental Chemistry II (3)
Good research practices require chemists to develop experiments that effectively probe relevant or interesting scientific problems. Students apply the knowledge gained in CHEM-481 to develop and carry out experiments of their own design. Crosslist: CHEM-682 . Usually Offered: alternate springs. Prerequisite: CHEM-481 . Corequisite: CHEM-450 .
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CHEM-490 Independent Study Project in Chemistry (1-6)
Permission: instructor and department chair.
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CHEM-491 Internship (1-6)
Permission: instructor and department chair.
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CHEM-496 Selected Topics: Non-Recurring (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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CHEM-498 Honors: Senior Year (1-3)
Independent chemical laboratory research project under the direction of a faculty advisor. Usually Offered: fall. Prerequisite: CHEM-460 . Permission: department chair and university honors director.
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CHEM-499 Honors: Senior Year (1-3)
Independent chemical laboratory research project under the direction of a faculty advisor. A senior thesis must be written and the results of research presented at a departmental seminar. Usually Offered: spring. Permission: department chair and university honors director.
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Chemistry (Graduate and Advanced Undergraduate Courses) |
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CHEM-590 Independent Reading Course in Chemistry (1-6)
Permission: instructor and department chair.
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CHEM-596 Selected Topics: Non-Recurring (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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Chemistry (Graduate Courses) |
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CHEM-602 Research Method Design (3)
The development of laboratory skills and chemical communication. An introduction to laboratory safety, eye protection, and dealing with hazardous materials, and how to search literature indexes by formula and structure. Presentation of the purpose and strategy of research method design, and preparation of a research proposal. Usually Offered: fall.
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CHEM-605 Separation Science (3)
Presentation and practice of modern separation techniques including thin layer chromatography, analytical and preparative high pressure liquid chromatography, gel permeation chromatography, gas chromatography, ion chromatography, capillary electrophoresis, polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis, GC-MS and LC-MS, ion exchange, and differential centrifugation. Theory behind the processes, sample extraction methods, sample preparation techniques, methods used to standardize instruments and troubleshooting experiments are discussed. Students prepare a white paper proposal and present the experimental results of their research project. Usually Offered: fall.
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CHEM-606 Trace Analysis (3)
A comparison of techniques for the identification and quantitative analysis of trace quantities, with an emphasis on instruments with a low level of detection. Trace analyses discussed include atomic absorption and inductively coupled plasma atomic emission spectroscopy, x-ray techniques, voltammetry and potentiometry, fluorimetry, and radiochemistry. Preconcentration methods, such as purge and trap, solid phase extraction, and voltammetric stripping are also discussed. A discussion of sample handling and risks of contamination demonstrates the need for careful laboratory planning and practices. Usually Offered: spring. Grading: A-F only.
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CHEM-615 Advanced Physical Chemistry (3)
Advanced physical chemistry course covering quantum chemistry, molecular spectroscopy, group theory, molecular spectroscopy, statistical mechanics, and modern physical chemistry research topics. Crosslist: CHEM-415 . Usually Offered: alternate falls. Corequisite: CHEM-681 .
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CHEM-621 Advanced Organic Chemistry (3)
Principles of physical organic chemistry. Bonding and conformational analysis; nucleophilic substitution at carbon; elimination and addition reactions; carbene chemistry; and cycloaddition reactions. Crosslist: CHEM-421 . Usually Offered: fall.
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CHEM-624 Application of Spectroscopy in Medicinal Chemistry (3)
Focuses on the applied fundamental analytical chemistry to biologically active and clinically relevant compounds. Topics such as chromatographic separations e.g., gas chromatography (GC), liquid chromatography (LC), capillary electrophoresis (CE); mass spectrometry (qualitative and quantitative analysis); nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR); and liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS), are discussed. In addition, modern applications in the analysis of small molecules in the pharmaceutical industry and in the clinic are covered. Crosslist: CHEM-424 . Usually Offered: alternate springs. Grading: A-F only. Note: A course in organic chemistry I is required.
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CHEM-633 Protein Chemistry (3)
Protein chemistry focuses on the chemical and biochemical aspects of the behavior and characterization of protein. This course delivers a comprehensive overview of protein synthesis, protein structure and folding, protein function and cooperativity, enzyme kinetics and mechanisms, production and purification of proteins in a laboratory setting, and current characterization methods for proteins. Crosslist: CHEM-433 . Usually Offered: alternate springs. Grading: A-F only.
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CHEM-635 Topics in Biological and Organic Chemistry (3)
Topics vary by section. Rotating topics include advanced techniques in QSAR and drug discovery. Crosslist: CHEM-435 . Usually Offered: alternate springs. Repeatable for credit with different topic. Permission: instructor and department chair.
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CHEM-636 Clinical Laboratory: Analysis, Quality Assurance and Control (3)
An overview of good laboratory practice for a clinical setting. The course includes actions necessary to provide adequate confidence in test results for a given set of requirements and standards. Emphasis is placed on modern biochemical techniques for the quantitative analysis of biological samples and body fluids, such as the analysis of blood plasma and serum for a wide variety of substances and their use in diagnosis and monitoring of disease. Other topics include statistics, patient preparation, specimen integrity, external proficiency control, internal quality control, analytical goals, and laboratory management. Crosslist: CHEM-436 . Usually Offered: spring. Grading: A-F only.
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CHEM-640 Advanced Analytical Chemistry (3)
Techniques of chemical analysis; theory of acid-base, complexation, precipitation, and redox equilibria; volumetric and gravimetric analysis; statistical analysis of data; separation and analysis of complex mixtures; ion-selective electrodes, polarography; amperometry; atomic and x-ray spectroscopy; chromatography, microscopy; radiometric techniques; and neutron activation analysis. Crosslist: CHEM-440 . Usually Offered: alternate springs.
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CHEM-642 Chemical and Enzyme Kinetics (3)
Study of reactions, catalysis, and enzymes. Reversible, concurrent, and consecutive reactions. Steady state approximation, transition states and mechanisms. Reactions in solutions and on surfaces. Crosslist: CHEM-442 .
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CHEM-650 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (3)
This course covers topics historically taught in inorganic chemistry, including bonding theory, molecular symmetry, spectroscopy, acid-based chemistry, coordination chemistry, and eletrochemistry. It also covers modern applications of transition-metal catalyzed reactions, metals in biology, and solid-state chemistry. Crosslist: CHEM-450 . Usually Offered: fall. Corequisite: CHEM-682 .
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CHEM-655 Topics in Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry (3)
Topics vary by section. Rotating topics include organometallics or advanced techniques in NMR and mass spectrometry. Crosslist: CHEM-455. Usually Offered: alternate springs. Repeatable for credit with different topic. Permission: instructor and department chair.
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CHEM-662 Topics in Environmental Chemistry (3)
Topics vary by section. Rotating topics including applications of green chemistry, atmospheric chemistry, recycling and remediation, and natural products chemistry. Crosslist: CHEM 462 . Repeatable for credit with different topic. Permission: instructor and department chair.
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CHEM-665 Biochemistry I (3)
Biochemistry is the study of the chemistry of life. This course, the first of a two-course sequence, focuses on structures and function of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, proteins, DNA and RNA; enzyme kinetics; DNA replication; gene expression and protein synthesis; recombinant DNA technology; and DNA-based information technology. Crosslist: CHEM-465 . Usually Offered: fall.
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CHEM-666 Biochemistry II (3)
Biochemistry is the study of the chemistry of life. This course, the second of a two-course sequence, focuses on principles of signal transduction; principles of bioenergetics and metabolic regulation; catabolism and anabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, and nucleotides; and hormonal regulation of mammalian metabolism. Crosslist: CHEM-466 . Usually Offered: spring. Prerequisite: CHEM-665 .
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CHEM-667 Introduction to Proteomics (3)
An introduction to genomics and protein production from genes. Includes protein activities and functions; networks of proteins and protein expression; structural biological method for determining protein structures and interactions of small molecules such as pharmaceuticals, with protein targets; and methods for identifying protein functions and protein-protein interaction networks. Crosslist: CHEM-467 . Usually Offered: alternate springs. Prerequisite: CHEM-666 .
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CHEM-668 Medicinal Biochemistry (3)
This course covers the biochemistry of human health and disease. In particular, it provides a critical illustration of the metabolic and signaling pathways characteristic of human health and compares them with those characteristics of pathological conditions. Moreover, the course covers the analysis metabolites for diagnostic purposes. Theoretical description of the topics is accompanied by discussion of practical medical literature cases. Crosslist: CHEM-468 . Usually Offered: alternate falls. Grading: A-F only.
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CHEM-671 Experimental Biological Chemistry I (3)
Students are introduced to the department’s student-led research project developing technologies and basic understanding of protein nanoparticle conjugates. They gain familiarity with these materials as well as proficiency in techniques usually used in labs associated with analytical, biophysical, and biochemistry courses. Crosslist: CHEM-471 . Usually Offered: fall.
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CHEM-672 Experimental Biological Chemistry II (3)
In this course students design and execute experiments to expand their understanding and increase the functional properties of protein nanoparticle conjugates from CHEM-671. Students projects are the basis for lab development and students are encouraged to publish their work in scientific journals. Crosslist: CHEM-472 . Usually Offered: spring. Prerequisite: CHEM-671 .
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CHEM-679 Chemical Warfare Agents (3)
Chemicals have the potential to be used as weapons of mass destruction by states and terrorists. Understanding the chemistry and biochemistry of chemical warfare agents is key to put in place effective countermeasures. After a brief historical introduction and an overview of the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC), this course examines different classes of chemical warfare agents, covering structures, mechanisms of action, toxicology, medical countermeasures, personal protection equipment, decontamination, and clinical detection. The course ends with an overview of the emergency response to chemical warfare agent incidents. Crosslist: CHEM-479 . Usually Offered: fall. Grading: A-F only. Note: A course in organic chemistry II is required.
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CHEM-681 Experimental Chemistry I (3)
Chemistry is inherently an experimental science. In this course students learn and become familiar with the experimental techniques necessary to answer some of the most challenging questions in modern chemistry. Crosslist: CHEM-481 . Usually Offered: alternate falls. Corequisite: CHEM-615 .
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CHEM-682 Experimental Chemistry II (3)
Good research practices require chemists to develop experiments that effectively probe reverent or interesting scientific problems. Students apply the knowledge gained in CHEM-681 to develop and carry out experiments of their own design. Crosslist: CHEM-482 . Usually Offered: alternate springs. Prerequisite: CHEM-681 . Corequisite: CHEM-650 .
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CHEM-690 Independent Study Project in Chemistry (1-6)
Permission: instructor and department chair.
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CHEM-691 Internship (1-6)
Permission: instructor and department chair.
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CHEM-696 Selected Topics: Non-Recurring (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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CHEM-797 Master’s Thesis Research (1-6)
Grading: SP/UP only.
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Communication (Noncredit Courses) |
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COMM-070 Discover the World of Communication (0)
Noncredit workshops in current practices and trends in the film, video, and television professions. High school students select courses in film and video production, direction, writing, design, and management, post-production editing, and other related fields. Small classes and active participation are stressed. Usually Offered: summer.
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COMM-080 Film and Digital MediaWorkshop (0)
Topics vary by section. Noncredit workshops covering a variety of skills in both technical and business aspects of film and digital media. Repeatable. Grading: Pass/Fail only.
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Communication (Undergraduate Courses) Note: The program track or tracks of each undergraduate professional course are noted in the course descriptions below: (BJ) Broadcast Journalism, (CS) Communication Studies (FM) Film and Media Arts, (PJ) Print Journalism, (PC) Public Communication. Media Studies courses are identified by (MS).
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COMM-100 Understanding Media FA4 (3)
(BJ, PJ, PC, FM) Building on students’ individual and collective experiences of mass media (print, film, radio, television, and digital media), this course analyzes American media institutions: their development and social role; the economic and political constraints they face; and their effect on us as a society and as individuals. Usually Offered: fall and spring.
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COMM-102 National Student Leadership Conference Topics (1)
Topics vary by section. Topics include public speaking. Usually Offered: summer. Repeatable for credit with different topic. Restriction: National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC).
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COMM-105 Visual Literacy FA1 (3)
(PC, FM) (MS) Introduces students to ways of understanding visual images in art, design, photography, film, and digital media. Students create an online website that showcases their work over the semester, including creative and written assignments and a final client project. Includes a Community-Based Learning component wherein students collaborate directly with a non-profit organization in Washington, DC. Usually Offered: fall and spring.
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COMM-196 Selected Topics: Non-Recurring (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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COMM-200 Writing for Communication (3)
(BJ, CS, FM, PC, PJ) A course stressing basic writing techniques for unique audiences. Intensive practice in writing for print, web, broadcast, public communication and public service. Usually Offered: fall and spring. Restriction: SOC majors, Interdisciplinary Studies: Communication, Legal Institutions, Economics, and Government (CLEG) (BA) , Environmental Studies (BA) , Environmental Science (BS) , or Business and Entertainment (BS) . Note: Communication (Minor) consult advisor.
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COMM-209 Communication and Society FA4 (3)
(CS, PC) The role communication processes play in society, with consideration of applied and theoretical implications. Focus is on media and its effects from a public communication perspective, including the role and impact of public relations, advertising, and journalism, with emphasis on digital media. Usually Offered: fall and spring.
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COMM-250 Digital Imaging (3)
An introduction to the technical aspects of digital imaging and basic techniques in Adobe Photoshop. The course includes how to effectively use layers, channels, and masks to edit and composite images with discussions focusing on creating and recognizing effective visual communication concepts. Student create projects to amass a tool set on how to apply the program to photography, design and video graphics. Usually Offered: fall and spring. Prerequisite: COMM-105 or GDES-200 . Restriction: SOC major.
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COMM-251 AU Abroad Communication Program (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Rotating topics focus on communication in a foreign language and/or culture. Taught at an international university or AU study center abroad. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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COMM-260 Quantitative Methods and Data Visualization (3)
This course provides students with a core competency in quantitative methods and data visualization and demonstrates how an understanding of statistics and probability are essential to the profession of journalism. Usually Offered: fall. Grading: A-F only. Restriction: completion of the University Mathematics Requirement, or concurrent enrollment in MATH-170 or MATH-211 or STAT-202 or STAT-203 .
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COMM-270 How the News Media Shape History FA2 (3)
(BJ, CS, PJ) (MS) The impact that the print and broadcast news media have had on America. The role and value of a free press, always powerful and usually responsible. How radical writers helped start the American Revolution to how today’s reporters influence contemporary political events. Usually Offered: fall and spring.
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COMM-275 Dissident Media: Voices from the Underground FA4 (3)
(BJ, CS, PJ) (MS) The evolution and impact of alternative media as forces for social change. How dissident groups have used non-establishment media such as suffragist and Socialist journals, African-American and gay presses, counterculture tabloids, Christian- right newsletters, and the “zines” of the 1990s to organize and bring about reform. Also examines the power of communication, the interplay between media and society, and the complex role of politically dissident media in American history. Usually Offered: fall.
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COMM-280 Contemporary Media in a Global Society FA3 (3)
(BJ, CS, PJ) (MS) An exploration of the relationship between international communication and foreign policy, with an emphasis on the traditions, practices, legal aspects, government controls, and attitudes in various countries and their impact on freedom of thought and expression. Usually Offered: fall and spring.
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COMM-291 Communication Field Experience (1)
Students explore a professional field with faculty guidance and employer supervision and evaluation. They apply what they have learned in classes and discover if the field is the right fit. Students reflect on their experience to define their position in the organization; explain the knowledge, skills, and talents required in the work they are doing; compare what they have learned in the classroom to the field experience; share the experience in class and online discussions; and articulate the key lessons of the field experience in a classroom presentation. Grading: A-F only. Restriction: minimum 2.5 GPA. Permission: instructor and program director. Note: This course is governed by internship regulations.
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COMM-296 Selected Topics: Non-Recurring (1-6)
Topics vary by section. Repeatable for credit with different topic.
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COMM-300 Interpersonal Communication (3)
(PC) Principles of interpersonal communication: communication models and systems; the role of perception in communication; verbal and nonverbal message elements; and communication barriers, breakdowns, and methods of improvement. Classroom exercises in interviewing techniques, small-group problem solving, and public speaking. Prerequisite: COMM-100 .
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COMM-301 Public Relations (3)
(CS, PC) An introduction to public relations that explores the strategy and tactics involved in this field. Learn the strategic concepts behind public relations and the ways that professionals practice it. Topics include audience targeting and research, message development, media relations, and using all possible tactics, including traditional and social media, to reach people and communicate with them. Students see how public relations works in such areas as business, society, entertainment, sports, and politics, among others, and learn how public relations professionals deal with crises, communications challenges, and different publics. Usually Offered: fall and spring. Prerequisite: COMM-209 or MGMT-201 , which may be taken concurrently. Restriction: minimum 2.5 GPA.
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COMM-310 Public Speaking (3)
(PC) Principles of effective speaking. Practice in preparing and presenting several types of public address. Usually Offered: fall, spring, and summer. Restriction: minimum 2.5 GPA.
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COMM-320 Reporting (3)
Professional training in news gathering, writing, and news judgment for traditional news and new media platforms. Study of news sources, ethical reporting techniques, fieldwork, research, and interview methods for print, web, broadcast, and their convergence. Learning the mission of journalism in democracy. Usually Offered: fall and spring. Prerequisite: COMM-100 and COMM-200 . Restriction: Communication: Journalism (BA) or Foreign Language and Communication Media (BA) ; and minimum 2.5 GPA.
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COMM-322 Editorial Policies and Methods (3)
(PJ) Instruction and practice in editing. Online and newspaper copy editing, editorial judgment, deadline writing, and design and layout. Prerequisite: COMM-200 and COMM-320 . Restriction: Communication: Journalism (BA) and minimum 2.5 GPA.
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COMM-324 Race, Gender and Sexuality in the Media (3)
This course challenges students to develop critical skills in examining and analyzing how persons of color, women, and members of the LGBT community are depicted in film, on entertainment television, and in the news. Students study these media genres and their role in both creating and reducing racism, sexism, and homophobia in American society. Usually Offered: fall and spring. Restriction: SOC major and minimum 2.5 GPA.
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COMM-325 Feature Article Writing (3)
(PJ) Study of short and long-form feature articles for web-zines, blogs, newspapers and magazines, with a focus on the art of the interview, investigative techniques and in-depth writing skills. Class also gives professional instruction in the marketing for publication of these articles. Usually Offered: spring. Prerequisite: COMM-320 . Restriction: minimum 2.5 GPA.
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COMM-326 Sports Journalism (3)
(PJ, BJ) The history of sports coverage and current issues in major sports. Examines legal, ethical, and social aspects including contract law, the relationship between home town news media and local teams, women in sports, and the lure of sports heroes in a changing society. Usually Offered: spring. Restriction: minimum 2.5 GPA.
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COMM-327 The PR Presidency (3)
(CS, PC) (MS) This course looks at the way public relations, communications, and the media have defined the modern presidency. Campaigning, governing, building public opinion, addressing the nation, making news-all are built on a foundation of public relations and image making, and all are examined in this course. Special attention is paid to the role of the media, especially television, in shaping the presidency. Usually Offered: fall. Restriction: minimum 2.5 GPA.
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COMM-337 Public Relations Writing (3)
This course teaches writing for strategic public relations in various formats and for different media, and develops skills for print, radio, visual media, and the web. Students gain experience writing message-driven public relations materials through such media tools as news releases, media alerts, pitch letters, public service announcements, speeches, and social media. Covers AP style. Usually Offered: fall and spring. Prerequisite: COMM-200 and COMM-301 with a grade of B or better. Restriction: Public Relations & Strategic Communication (BA) and minimum 2.5 GPA.
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COMM-346 Public Relations Case Studies (3)
(PC) Case studies and typical public relations problems in industry, labor, education, government, social welfare, and trade associations. Planning and preparation of communications materials for various media; application of public relations techniques. Usually Offered: fall and spring. Prerequisite: COMM-301 with a B or better. Restriction: Public Relations & Strategic Communication (BA) and minimum 2.5 GPA.
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