CHEMISTRY COURSES

STEM 111,112, 211, 212, 311, 312, 411, 412 Seminars credit 1 hr. ea.

Chem 147 General Principles of Chemistry I credit 4 hrs.

This course is a study of the fundamental principles of general chemistry, including atomic structure, chemical bonding, chemical equations, periodic properties of elements, and some descriptive chemistry as it relates to industrial processes. Practice in basic laboratory techniques and experimental studies of various types of chemical changes are emphasized. Three 1 -hour lecture periods and one 3- hour laboratory period. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

Chem 148 General Principles of Chemistry II credit 4 hrs.

A continuation of Chem147, the course includes introduction to the study of solution chemistry, colloidal systems, oxidation-reduction reactions, chemical equilibrium, and thermo-chemistry. Basic concepts of organic chemistry and qualitative analysis are also stressed. Three 1 -hour lecture periods and one 3-hour laboratory period. Prerequisite: Chem 147.

Chem 241 Fundamentals of Radiochemistry credit 4 hrs.

The course is designed to build a basic familiarity with radiation science. Introducing chemical properties in radiation and radiochemistry as it applies to chemical analysis in the physical and biological sciences. It will emphasize radioactive decay, hot atom chemistry, nuclear dating methods, and nucleosynthesis of elements. The laboratory investigations are designed to expose students to current technologies and instrumentation in the field of radiochemistry. This course can also serve as an elective course for biology, Chem 148 with a grade of "C" or higher.

Chem 247 Organic Chemistry I credit 4 hrs.

This course is a study of the fundamental laws and theories of organic chemistry, emphasizing the preparation of typical organic compounds; qualitative and quantitative organic analysis; hydrocarbons and their halogen, oxygen, and nitrogen derivatives; and an introduction to amino acids and carbohydrates. Three 1-hour lecture periods and one-3 hour laboratory period. Prerequisite: Chem 148.

Chem 248 Organic Chemistry II credit 4 hrs.

A continuation of Chem 247, this course emphasizes alkyl and aromatic compounds, including aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, and ketoacids. Three 1-hour lecture periods and one 3-hour laboratory period. Prerequisite: Chem 247.

Chem 331 Internships in Radiochemistry credit 3 hrs.

This course is designed to expose the students to full-time involvement in an actual "on-the-job" situation in an industrial or research laboratory under the tutelage of a selected preceptor. A department faculty member will work closely with the student and preceptor and assumes responsibility for making the final evaluation and assigning a grade. A list of research sites to include but not be limited to programs at Department of Energy national laboratories and affiliated university sites, will be provided to the students prior to enrollment. This course is a requirement for chemistry majors with a concentration in radiochemistry. Prerequisites: Chem 241

Chem 333 Directed Studies in Radiochemistry credit 3 hrs.

The directed study course is designed for students with advanced level interest in radiochemistry. Students may satisfy the requirements of this course through directed study under Benedict College faculty, enrollment in designated courses at Clemson University, South Carolina State University, or other designated partners, and/or collaborative studies involving the aforementioned. Approval is based on academic appropriateness. A suggested course list will be made available to students prior to course enrollment. This course is a requirement for chemistry majors with a concentration in radiochemistry. Prerequisites: Chem 241

Chem 343 Analytical Chemistry credit 4 hrs.

This course is an introduction to the principles of quantitative analytical techniques with laboratorywork designed to develop manipulative skills and dexterity for the handling of chemical apparatus.Much emphasis is placed on the measurement and treatment of analytical data. Three 1-hour lecture periods and one 3-hour laboratory period. Prerequisite: Chem 148.

Chem 344 Instrumental Methods of Analysis credit 4 hrs.

This course is deigned to provide students with an understanding of some common instrumental techniques which can be used in industry and research applications. These techniques include electrochemical, potentiometric, electrogravimetric and coulometric methods of analysis. Other techniquesstudied include spectroscopic methods of analysis, the theory of molecular absorption spectroscopyanalytical separations by extraction and ion exchange, and an introduction to chromatographic methods and applications of chromatography. Three 1 -hour lecture periods and one 3-hour laboratory period. Prerequisites: Chem 247 and 343.

Chem 345 Inorganic Chemistry credit 4 hrs.

This course encompasses the structure of the atom, bonding models in inorganic chemistry, the solidstate, the structure and reactivity of the covalent bond, chemical forces, acid-base chemistry, chemistry in aqueous and nonaqueous solutions, molecular orbital theory, the theory of coordination chemistry and coordination chemistry-structure, descriptive chemistry of transition metals and organomet-al-lic chemistry. Three 1-hour lecture periods and one 3-hour laboratory period. Prerequisites: Chem248 and Math 144.

Chem 421 Scientific Writing credit 2 hrs.

This is a fundamental course in the review of the concepts and theory of scientific writing. The course will provide students with knowledge in fundamental approaches used in scientific communications.Students will also be introduced to the underlying principles of technical writing in chemistry and thecommunication styles of different chemical literatures. Prerequisite: Permission of the Instructor.

Chem 422 Senior Research in Chemistry credit 2 hrs

Students may elect to so directed laboratory research accompanied be literature review of recenttrends on the subject of research interest under faculty supervision or engage in research internshipin government of other academic research institutions. Students may also elect an intensive libraryreview of chemical/biology journals on contemporary topic of interest. Senior papers incorporate theoretical backgrounds, research methods and analytical methodologies as well as appropriate formatused in chemical and or biological literatures will be presented to faculty. Prerequisite: Chem. 421.

Chem 440 Research or Directed Individual Study credit 1-4 hrs.

The student may elect to do individual research or specific chemical problems, including intensivelibrary and laboratory research under the direction of a faculty member or engage in on-the-job training in government agencies or industrial companies. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

Chem 441 Physical Chemistry I credit 4 hrs.

This course is a study of atomic and molecular structure; properties and thermodynamics of gases,liquids, and solids; and the relationships of various physical properties to structure and reactivity. Three 1-hour lecture periods and one 3-hour laboratory period. A research paper is required. Prerequisites: Chem 248 and Math 144.

Chem 442 Physical Chemistry II credit 4 hrs.

Fundamental principles of theoretical chemistry are treated in a quantitative manner. Emphasis isplaced on topics which are particularly applicable to an understanding of industrial chemical principles.Topics include chemical equilibria and kinetics, electrochemistry, photochemistry, quantum chemistry, statistical mechanics, and colloids. A senior research paper is required. Three 1- hour lecture periods and one 3-hour laboratory period. Prerequisite: Chem 441.

Chem 447 Biochemistry credit 4 hrs.

This course covers the chemistry of lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids, and enzymes andbriefly considers vitamins, steroids, hormones, and clinical procedures. Three 1-hour lecture periods and one 3-hour laboratory period. Prerequisite: Chem 248.

Chem 448 Topics in Biochemistry credit 4 hrs.

This course deals with the chemistry of lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, and nucleic acids. Techniquesof protein purification and separation will be emphasized. Prerequisites: Limited to MARC students;Chem 248 and permission of the MARC Program Director. Three 1-hour lecture periods and one 4hour laboratory period. An honors section is offered. Prerequisite: Chem 447.

Source: Benedict College Catalogue, 2007-2009.