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CH E 426 - Polymer Science and Engineering
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CH E 320 , or C E 335 , or MAE 333 all with a grade of “C” or better.
Analysis of mechanical tests of polymers in the glassy, rubbery, and fluid states. Glass transition, amorphous and crystalline materials. Mechanical behavior of thermoplastics, vulcanized rubber, and thermosets. Viscoelastic properties, failure mechanics, yielding of polymers. Fatigue and fracture mechanics for polymers.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-Problems 3 hours)
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CH E 427 - Polymer and Composite Laboratory
(1 unit)
Prerequisite/Corequisite: CH E 426
Laboratory experiments in the following areas: rheological characterization of polymer melts; plastic injection molding; crystallization behavior; melting temperature of polymers; thermoset cure kinetics; chemical reaction kinetics; melt flow index; and tensile testing. Composite lay-up and manufacturing.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Laboratory 3 hours)
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CH E 431 - Heterogeneous Catalysts
(3 units)
Prerequisite: CH E 430 with a grade of “C” or better or consent of instructor.
Basic principles of solid catalysts and solid catalyzed reactions. Proper choice of catalysts and how to solve catalyst-related problems in chemical engineering. Development of chemical processes that utilize innovative catalysts. Graduate students will need to do more assignments.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problems 3 hours). Double Numbered with: CH E 531
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CH E 432 - Microfabrication and Microfluidics Technology
(3 units)
Prerequisite(s): (CH E 320 or C E 335 ) and (CHEM 227 or CHEM 220A or C E 364 ) and (MATH 370A or CH E 480 ) all with a grade of “C” or better.
Fundamentals of major microfabrication techniques for device construction and microfluidics technology. Topics: photolithography, wet/dry etching, metal/dielectric deposition, soft lithography, diffusion/mixing/separation in microfluidic devices, and chip-to-world interfaces. Graduate students need to do more assignments.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problems 3 hours). Double Numbered with: CH E 532
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CH E 433 - Green Engineering I: Alternative Energy
(3 units)
Prerequisites: (CH E 220 or MAE 330 ) all with a grade of “C” or better.
Aspects of green engineering. Sustainable liquid fuels: ethanol and biodiesel from renewable sources. Photovolaic solar devices: semiconductor- and polymer-based solar cells. Solar array collectors: power cycles to convert heat to electrical power. Hydrogen fuel cells: electrochemical cells, and proton exchange membranes. Graduate students will submit final written reports.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-Problems 3 hours). Double Numbered with: CH E 533
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CH E 437 - Materials Purification Processes
(3 units)
Prerequisite: CH E 330 , CH E 420 all with a grade of “C” or better or consent of instructor.
Rate‑controlled separation processes such as membrane separations, pressure swing adsorption, molecular sieve separation, supercritical fluid extraction, reverse osmosis, and spray drying. Additional projects required for CH E 537 .
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture‑problems 3 hours) Double Numbered with: CH E 537
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CH E 439 - Fuel Cell Fundamentals and Theory
(3 units)
Prerequisites: (CH E 220 and CH E 320 ) or (C E 335 and MAE 330 ) or CHEM 371A or CHEM 377A , all with a grade of “C” or better
Theory of electrochemistry. Survey of electrochemical fuel cell systems. Fundamentals of electrochemical thermodynamics, electrochemical kinetics, charge transport, and mass transport. Review of fuel cell modeling and characterization techniques. Atomic level density functional theory (DFT) calculations of a fuel cell catalyst reaction.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problem 3 hours).
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CH E 440 - Chemical Engineering Laboratory I
(2 units)
Prerequisites: CH E 320 , CH E 330 all with a grade of “C” or better.
Laboratory study of fluid mechanics, separation processes and thermodynamics. Experimental design and analysis and preparation of engineering reports.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Laboratory 6 hours)
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CH E 445 - Pollution Prevention
(3 units)
Prerequisites: (CH E 220 or MAE 330 ) with a grade of “C” or better.
Pollution prevention strategies in chemical industry. Hierarchical approach of waste minimization. Life cycle analyses of wastes. Identification of pollution source. Environmentally compatible materials. Unit operations for minimizing waste. Economics of pollution prevention. Extra requirement for graduate students.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problems 3 hours) Double Numbered with: CH E 545
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CH E 450 - Chemical Engineering Laboratory II
(2 units)
Prerequisites: CH E 420 with a grade of “C” or better.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): CH E 420 , CH E 430 , and CH E 460
Apply fundamental knowledge of heat transfer, chemical separations, process control and chemical kinetics to practical experiments. Remote data acquisition and control of process equipment. Design experiments to collect data, and perform data analysis. Written reports and oral/poster presentations.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Laboratory 6 hours)
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CH E 455 - Environmental Compliance
(3 units)
Prerequisites: (CHEM 227 or CHEM 220A or C E 364 ) with a grade of “C” or better.
Physical and chemical properties of hazardous materials and wastes. Environmental hazards. An examination of environmental laws, regulations and standards dealing with storage, transportation, treatment and disposal of hazardous wastes. Emergency planning and preparedness. Extra requirement for graduate students: term papers or projects.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problems 3 hours) Double Numbered with: CH E 555
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CH E 460 - Chemical Process Control
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CH E 420 , CH E 430 , and (MATH 370A or CH E 480 ) all with a grade of “C” or better.
Control theory and practice, instrumentation, system responses, transfer functions, feed-back control, and stability as applied to chemical engineering processes.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problems 2 hours, lab 3 hours)
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CH E 461 - Chemical Process Automation I: Theory
(3 units)
Prerequisite(s): CH E 460 with a grade of “C” or better.
Provides an introduction of Boolean algebra, basic concepts on digital control system, fundamental programming techniques for programmable logic controllers (PLC) and their applications on chemical systems.
Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours discussion, 3 hours lab).
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CH E 462 - Chemical Process Automation II: System Integration
(3 units)
Prerequisite: CH E 461 with a grade of “C” or better
Analytical instrumentation, chemical sensors, valves, analog data acquisition, process control. Design and build basic automation system.
Letter grade only (A-F). (2 hours discussion, 3 hours lab).
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CH E 470 - Chemical Engineering Design
(4 units)
Prerequisites: CH E 330 , CH E 420 , CH E 430 .
One-semester capstone design course fulfilling integrative learning. Design and optimization of chemical processing plants using analytical methods and modern computer simulation tools. Chemical process equipment sizing. Economic, ethical and safety issues considered. Teamwork, oral presentations and written reports are required.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problems 3 hours, problem-design session 3 hrs) Same course as CH E 470H . Not open for credit to students with credit in CH E 470H .
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CH E 470H - Chemical Engineering Design
(4 units)
Prerequisites: CH E 330 , CH E 420 and CH E 430 . Engr Honors Program track I or II. Exclude Freshmen.
One-semester capstone design course fulfilling integrative learning. Design and optimization of chemical processing plants using analytical methods and modern computer simulation tools. Chemical process equipment sizing. Economic, ethical and safety issues considered. Teamwork, oral presentations and written reports are required.
Letter grade only (A-F). Additional assignments/projects adding depth to the course materials required for Engineering Honors students. (Lecture-problems 3 hours, problem-design session 3 hours) CH E 470 is open only to students in the Engineering Honors Program. Not open for credit to students with credit in CH E 470 .
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CH E 475 - Environmental Pollution
(3 units)
Prerequisites: (CHEM 220A or CHEM 227 or C E 364 ) all with a grade of “C” or better.
Application of chemistry to the problems of pollution. Graduate students have additional assignments.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problem 3 hours) Double Numbered with: CH E 575
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CH E 480 - Theoretical Methods in Chemical Engineering
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CH E 420 , CH E 430 all with a grade of “C” or better.
Simulation and optimization of chemical engineering processes by mathematical formulation and computer modeling. Extra requirements for graduate students: term papers or projects.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problems 3 hours) Double Numbered with: CH E 580
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CH E 485 - Air Pollution
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 227 or CHEM 220A or C E 364 all with a grade of “C” or better.
Air pollution chemistry; control strategies; origin of pollutants; meteorology; vapor dispersion models; control principles for particulates, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides.
Letter grade only (A-F). Extra requirements for graduate students: term papers or projects. (Lecture-problems 3 hrs) Double Numbered with: CH E 585
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CH E 490 - Special Problems
(1-3 units)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Assigned topics in technical literature or laboratory projects and reports on same.
Letter grade only (A-F).
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CH E 505 - Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Open to Chemical Engineering MS, Engineering MS, Aerospace Engineering MS, or Mechanical Engineering MS students only.
Modern equations of state. Theoretical treatment of non-ideal multiphase equilibria. Statistical mechanics and ensembles to describe thermodynamic properties and fundamental property relations. Non-equilibrium thermodynamics with applications to chemical reaction kinetics. Optimization of power and refrigeration cycles.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problem 3 hours).
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CH E 515 - Occupational and Environmental Safety Engineering and Management
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Open to Chemical Engineering, Engineering MS, Aerospace Engineering MS, or Mechanical Engineering MS students only.
Safety engineering and management, legislation, regulations and standards; toxicology and personal protective equipment; fire hazards; noise control; electrical safety; system safety analysis; container and spill management; use of computer systems and statistical methods.
Letter grade only (A-F). Extra requirements for graduate students: term papers or projects. (Lecture-problems 3 hours) Double Numbered with: CH E 415
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CH E 520 - Advanced Transport Phenomena
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Open to Chemical Engineering MS, Aerospace Engineering MS, Mechanical Engineering MS, or Engineering MS students only.
Application of differential and integral mass, momentum and energy balances to chemical engineering processes. Analysis of fluid flow, heat transfer, diffusion and chemical reaction in various unit operations.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture‑Problems 3 hours)
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CH E 526 - Advanced Polymer and Composite Materials
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Open to Chemical Engineering, Engineering MS, Aerospace Engineering MS, or Mechanical Engineering MS students only. Consent of instructor.
Principles of thermoplastic and thermoset polymers preparation, thermal/electrical/mechanical properties, performance and applications. Concepts of polymer matrix resin, particulate and fiber reinforcement, interface/interphase, processing and characterization.
Letter grade only (A-F).
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CH E 530 - Advanced Reactor Kinetics
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Open to Chemical Engineering MS, Aerospace Engineering MS, Mechanical Engineering MS, or Engineering MS students only.
Modeling of chemical reactors; effects of multiple phases, mixing, adsorption, diffusion and catalysts on reactor performance.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture‑Problems 3 hrs)
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CH E 531 - Heterogeneous Catalysts
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Open to Chemical Engineering MS, Aerospace Engineering MS, Mechanical Engineering MS, or Engineering MS students only.
Basic principles of solid catalysts and solid catalyzed reactions. Proper choice of catalysts and how to solve catalyst-related problems in chemical engineering. Development of chemical processes that utilize innovative catalysts. Graduate students will need to do more assignments.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-Problems 3 hours). Double Numbered with: CH E 431
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CH E 532 - Microfabrication and Microfluidics Technology
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Open to Chemical Engineering MS, Engineering MS, Aerospace Engineering MS, or Mechanical Engineering MS students only.
Fundamentals of major microfabrication techniques for device construction and microfluidics technology. Topics: photolithography, wet/dry etching, metal/dielectric deposition, soft lithography, diffusion/mixing/separation in microfluidic devices, and chip-to-world interfaces. Graduate students need to do more assignments.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-Problems 3 hours). Double Numbered with: CH E 432
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CH E 533 - Green Engineering I: Alternative Energy
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Open to Chemical Engineering MS, Aerospace Engineering MS, or Mechanical Engineering MS students only.
Aspects of green engineering. Sustainable liquid fuels: ethanol and biodiesel from renewable sources. Photovolaic solar devices: semiconductor- and polymer-based solar cells. Solar array collectors: power cycles to convert heat to electrical power. Hydrogen fuel cells: electrochemical cells, and proton exchange membranes. Graduate students will submit final written reports.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-Problems 3 hours). Double Numbered with: CH E 433
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CH E 537 - Materials Purification Processes
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Open to Chemical Engineering MS, Aerospace Engineering MS, Mechanical Engineering MS, or Engineering MS students only.
Rate‑controlled separation processes such as membrane separations, pressure swing adsorption, molecular sieve separation, supercritical fluid extraction, reverse osmosis, and spray drying. Additional projects required for CH E 537.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture‑problems 3 hours). Double Numbered with: CH E 437
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CH E 545 - Pollution Prevention
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Open to Chemical EngineeringMS, Engineering MS, Aerospace Engineering MS, or Mechanical Engineering MS students only.
Pollution prevention strategies in chemical industry; hierarchical approach waste minimization; life cycle analyses of wastes; identification of pollution source; environmentally compatible materials; unit operations for minimizing waste; economics of pollution prevention.
Letter grade only (A-F). Extra requirement for graduate students. (Lecture-problems 3 hours) Double Numbered with: CH E 445
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CH E 555 - Environmental Compliance
(3 units)
Prerequisites:Open to Chemical Engineering MS, Engineering MS, Aerospace Engineering MS, or Mechanical Engineering MS students only.
Physical and chemical properties of hazardous materials and wastes. Environmental hazards. An examination of environmental laws, regulations and standards dealing with storage, transportation, treatment and disposal of hazardous wastes. Emergency planning and preparedness.
Letter grade only (A-F). Extra requirement for graduate students: term papers or projects. (Lecture-problems 3 hours) Double Numbered with: CH E 445
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CH E 560 - Advanced Chemical Process Control
(3 units)
Prerequisite: Open to Chemical Engineering MS, Engineering MS, Aerospace Engineering MS, or Mechanical Engineering MS students only.
Principles and practices of controller selection and tuning, advanced control loops, model predictive control, decoupling, hands-on experience of control loop design and implementation using Labview.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-Problems 3 hours)
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CH E 575 - Environmental Pollution
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Open to Chemical Engineering MS, Engineering MS, Aerospace Engineering MS, or Mechanical Engineering MS students only.
Application of chemistry to the problems of pollution. Graduate students have additional assignments.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problem 3 hours). Double Numbered with: CH E 475
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CH E 580 - Theoretical Methods in Chemical Engineering
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Open to Chemical Engineering MS, Engineering MS, Aerospace Engineering MS, or Mechanical Engineering MS students only.
Simulation and optimization of chemical engineering processes by mathematical formulation and computer modeling. Extra requirements for graduate students: term papers or projects.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problems 3 hours). Double Numbered with: CH E 480
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CH E 582 - Mathematical Modelling in Fluid Dynamics
(3 units)
Prerequisite(s): Open to Chemical Engineering MS, Engineering MS, Aerospace Engineering MS, or Mechanical Engineering MS students only; or consent of instructor.
The objectives of this course are to teach the principles of mathematical modelling in fluid dynamics with applications in Chemical Engineering to develop the students’ ability in analyzing the fundamental and applied aspects of fluid flow problems such as equations of motion, exact solutions, dynamic similarity, specialized equations, laminar boundary layers, turbulence, and flow over immersed bodies. Additionally, to further, develop the students’ ability to apply the basic principles of fluid mechanics, mathematical concepts, experimental data, and engineering judgment to specific Chemical Engineering problems.
Letter grade only (A-F).
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CH E 585 - Air Pollution
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Open to Engineering MS, Aerospace Engineering MS, or Mechanical MS students only.
Air pollution chemistry; control strategies; origin of pollutants; meteorology; vapor dispersion models; control principles for particulates, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides. Extra requirement for graduate students: term papers or projects.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture-problems 3 hrs). Double Numbered with: CH E 485
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CH E 697 - Directed Research
(1-3 units)
Prerequisite: Open to Chemical Engineering MSand Engineering MS students only.
Individual research or intensive study under the guidance of a faculty member on theoretical or experimental problems in chemical engineering.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Independent Study)
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CH E 698 - Thesis or Industrial Project
(2-6 units)
Prerequisite: Advancement to Candidacy. Engineering MS, Chemical Engineering MS students only.
Preparation and completion of a thesis or industrial project in chemical engineering.
Both grading options. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units.
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CHEM 90 - Introduction to General Chemistry
(4 units)
Prerequisite/Corequisite: MATH 112A or higher.
Preparatory course for CHEM 111A . Recommended for students who have not achieved a satisfactory score on the Chemistry Placement examination. Basic principles and concepts including atomic structure, nomenclature, and chemical calculations with emphasis on problem solving.
Credit/No Credit grading only. (Lecture 3 hrs., activity 2 hrs.) Cannot be taken for credit toward a university degree. Credit in CHEM 90 or CHEM 101 does not substitute for a passing score on the Chemistry Placement Test. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 101. May be offered in a hybrid format.
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CHEM 95 - Foundations for General Chemistry
(1 unit)
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: CHEM 111A
Topics and skills that support student success in CHEM 111A.
Students required to enroll in this co-requisite course must remain enrolled in both courses for the semester. Students will not be permitted to withdraw from one of the courses (either CHEM 111A or CHEM 95) and not the other.
Credit/No Credit grading only. (Activity 2 hours). May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units in different semesters.
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CHEM 100 - Chemistry and Today’s World
(4 units)
Prerequisite: One GE Foundation course (GE categories A1, A2, A3, or B4).
Introduction to basic principles of chemistry and a consideration of the benefits and problems arising from applications of chemistry. Discussions of foods and food additives, drugs, plastics, and other materials of everyday life, fuel sources, the atmosphere, and fresh water. Suitable for general education credit.
Both grading options. Course fee may be required. (Lecture 3 hrs., laboratory 3 hrs.) Not open for credit to chemistry or biochemistry majors or students with credit in CHEM 111A or CHEM 140 .
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CHEM 111A - General Chemistry
(5 units)
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MATH 112A with a grade of “C” or better, or MATH 112B or higher (may be taken concurrently).
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): Appropriate score on the chemistry placement test or other measures, or department consent. Students in need of additional support will be required to enroll concurrently in CHEM 95 .
One year of high school chemistry is strongly recommended. (This course is recommended for those intending to pursue careers in science or engineering.). First semester of a two-semester sequence (CHEM 111A and CHEM 111B ). Introduction to principles of chemistry including chemical reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, electronic structure, bonding, and properties of solids, liquids, gases, and solutions.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (Lecture 3 hrs., lab and problem-solving session 6 hrs.). Credit in CHEM 90 or CHEM 101 does not substitute for a passing score on the Chemistry Placement Examination.
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CHEM 111B - General Chemistry
(5 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 111A or CHEM 112A and MATH 112B or higher both with a grade of “C” or better.
Second semester of a two-semester sequence (CHEM 111A and CHEM 111B). Continuation of chemical principles, chemical equilibrium, kinetics, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, elements of qualitative and quantitative inorganic analysis. Solving aqueous equilibrium problems are emphasized.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (Lecture 3 hrs., lab and problem solving sessions 6 hrs.)
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CHEM 112A - Advanced General Chemistry
(5 units)
Prerequisite: Department consent.
First semester of a two-semester advanced general chemistry sequence (CHEM 112A and CHEM 112B ). Introduction to principles of chemistry including chemical reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, electronic structure, bonding, and properties of solids, liquids, gases, and solutions, kinetics, and equilibrium.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs., lab and problem session 6 hrs.)
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CHEM 112B - Advanced General Chemistry
(5 units)
Prerequisite: CHEM 112A with a grade of “C’ or better.
Second semester of a two-semester advanced general chemistry sequence (CHEM 112A and CHEM 112B). Continuation of chemical principles, electrochemistry, applications of bonding theories of inorganic molecules, trends and reactivities of elements and their compounds, elements of qualitative and quantitative inorganic analysis, introduction to coordination chemistry, solid-state chemistry, and reactions of transition metals. Solving aqueous equilibrium problems is emphasized.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs., lab and problem session 6 hrs.).
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CHEM 140 - General, Organic, and Biochemistry
(5 units)
Prerequisite(s): Restricted to pre-nursing majors. A grade of “C” or better in STAT 108 or STAT 118 , or PSY 110 or SOC 170 or HDEV 190 or MATH 112A or MATH 113 or MATH 117 or MATH 119A or MATH 122 .
This one-semester course encompasses general chemistry, organic chemistry, and biochemistry. Meets chemistry requirement for pre-nursing curriculum.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (Lecture 3 hrs; problem solving session 1 hr., and laboratory 3 hrs.)
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CHEM 220A - Organic Chemistry I
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 111B or CHEM 112B with a grade of “C” or better.
Corequisites: CHEM 224A is required for students repeating course. CHEM 223A must be taken concurrently if required by a degree plan.
First semester of two-semester sequence (CHEM 220A, CHEM 220B ; and CHEM 223A and CHEM 223B or CHEM 320L ). Sequence meets requirements for medical and dental schools. Emphasis is upon application of modern principles of structure, reactivity, methods of synthesis, physical properties and spectroscopy.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.) Not open to students with credit in CHEM 320A or CHEM 322A.
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CHEM 220B - Organic Chemistry II
(3 units)
Prerequisite: CHEM 220A with a grade of “C” or better.
Corequisite(s): CHEM 224B is required for students repeating course. CHEM 223B or CHEM 320L must be taken concurrently if required by a degree plan except for students who previously earned a “C” or better in CHEM 223B or CHEM 320L .
Second semester of two-semester sequence (CHEM 220A , CHEM 220B; CHEM 223A and CHEM 223B or CHEM 320L ). Continuation of study of organic chemistry including chemistry or compounds containing more than one functional group, bioorganic molecules, and special topics.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.) Not open to students with credit in CHEM 320B or CHEM 322B.
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CHEM 223A - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I
(1 unit)
Corequisite: CHEM 220A , except for students who have previously earned a “C” or better in CHEM 220A .
Introduction to organic laboratory techniques. First semester of a two-semester sequence (CHEM 223A, CHEM 223B ). Not applicable to a degree in chemistry or biochemistry.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Laboratory 3 hrs.) Not open to students with credit in CHEM 320L or CHEM 323A.
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CHEM 223B - Organic Chemistry Laboratory II
(1 unit)
Prerequisites: CHEM 220A and CHEM 223A , both with a grade of “C” or better.
Corequisite: CHEM 220B , except for students who have previously earned a “C” or better in CHEM 220B .
Synthesis and characterization of organic and bioorganic compounds. Second semester of a two-semester sequence (CHEM 223A , CHEM 223B). Not applicable to a degree in chemistry or biochemistry.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Laboratory 3 hrs) Not open to students with credit in CHEM 320B, or CHEM 320L , or CHEM 323B.
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CHEM 224A - Organic Chemistry I Recitation
(1 unit)
Corequisite: CHEM 220A
Problem solving session emphasizing principles learned in first semester organic chemistry.
Credit/No Credit grading only. (Problem solving session 1 hr.) May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units in different semesters. Does not count for General Education credit.
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CHEM 224B - Organic Chemistry II Recitation
(1 unit)
Corequisite: CHEM 220B
Problem solving session emphasizing principles learned in second semester organic chemistry.
Credit/No Credit grading only. (Problem solving session 1 hr.) May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units in different semesters. Does not count for General Education credit.
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CHEM 227 - Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisite: CHEM 111A or CHEM 112A with a grade of “C” or better; CHEM 111B or CHEM 112B is recommended.
Lecture course in chemistry of the carbon compounds.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.) Not applicable to a degree in chemistry. Not open for credit to students with credit in CHEM 327.
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CHEM 241 - Explorations in Biochemistry
(2 units)
Prerequisite: BIOL 212 with a grade of “C” or better
Prerequisite/Corequisite: CHEM 220A
An introduction to the core principles, key topics, and seminal discoveries in the field of biochemistry.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 2 hrs).
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CHEM 251 - Quantitative Analysis
(4 units)
Prerequisite: CHEM 111B or CHEM 112B with a grade of “C” or better. Strongly recommended for pre-pharmacy students and students planning careers in clinical or analytical laboratory sciences. It is strongly recommended that CHEM 251 be taken within one calendar year of CHEM 111B .
Introduction to techniques and theory of volumetric analysis, spectrophotometry, potentiometry, and chromatography.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (Lecture 2 hrs., laboratory 6 hrs.)
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CHEM 296 - Research Methods
(1 unit)
Prerequisites: CHEM 111A or CHEM 112A (grade of “B” or better) or consent of Instructor
Introduction to research methods in chemistry. Mixed course designed primarily to introduce lower division students to research before they take CHEM 496 .
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture/seminar based course only)
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CHEM 301 - Naturally Dangerous
(3 units)
Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in CHEM 100 , or CHEM 111A , or CHEM 140 or consent of instructor. Completion of GE Foundation requirements. Completion of at least 60 units.
Is anything safe? How do we know? A course in scientific literacy and critical thinking. Case study discussions of naturally occurring compounds and facets of science whose safety is unclear or has been the subject of misleading claims. Not applicable to a degree in chemistry or biochemistry.
Letter Grade Only (A-F) Lecture 3 hrs. Not Repeatable for credit
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CHEM 320L - Organic Chemistry Laboratory
(2 units)
Prerequisite: CHEM 220A .
Corequisite: CHEM 220B , except for students who have previously earned a “C” or better in CHEM 220B .
Introduction to organic laboratory techniques, synthesis and characterization of organic and bioorganic compounds.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (Laboratory 6 hrs) Not open for credit to students with credit in CHEM 320B.
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CHEM 330 - Bio-inorganic Chemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 220B and CHEM 241 with a grade of “C” or better
Introduction to coordination chemistry including bonding, structure, geometry, and reactions of metal complexes. Introduction to metals and metal complexes in biological systems focusing on structures and functions. Introduction to therapeutic use of coordination compounds.
Letter grade only (A-F) Lecture 3 hrs. Not open for credit to students who have credit for CHEM 331.
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CHEM 331 - Inorganic Chemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 111B or CHEM 112B with a grade of “C” or better.
Introduction to coordination chemistry, solid-state chemistry, and reactions of transition metals.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.) Not open for credit to students who have credit for CHEM 330.
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CHEM 332 - Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
(2 units)
Prerequisite(s): CHEM330 or CHEM 331 with a grade of “C” or better.
Synthesis, characterization, and manipulation of inorganic compounds and materials.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Laboratory 3 hrs).
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CHEM 361 - Chemical Communications
(3 units)
Prerequisites: GE Foundation requirement. Students must have scored 11 or higher on the GWAR Placement Examination or completed the necessary portfolio course that is a prerequisite for a GWAR Writing Intensive Capstone.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: CHEM 220A .
Using the chemical literature. Writing technical reports for various purposes. Oral presentation of chemical information. Includes extensive writing. Fulfills the GE Writing Intensive Capstone requirement.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Seminar 3 hrs.) Not open for credit to students with credit in NSCI 361 .
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CHEM 371A - Physical Chemistry: Thermodynamics and Kinetics
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 111B or CHEM 112B , MATH 123 , PHYS 152 (all with a grade of “C” or better).
Prerequisite/Corequisite: MATH 224 .
Half of the two semester physical chemistry package. The two courses, CHEM 371A, CHEM 371B , may be taken in either order. Principles and applications of classical thermodynamics; introduction to chemical kinetics.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.)
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CHEM 371B - Physical Chemistry: Quantum Mechanics and Spectroscopy
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 111B or CHEM 112B , MATH 123 , PHYS 152 (all with a grade of “C” or better).
Prerequisite/Corequisite: MATH 224 .
Half of the two semester physical chemistry package. The two courses CHEM 371A , B may be taken in either order. Principles and applications of quantum chemistry, spectroscopy, and statistical thermodynamics.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.)
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CHEM 377A - Fundamentals of Physical Chemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 111B or CHEM 112B , MATH 123 , and PHYS 152 (all with a grade of “C” or better).
Half of the two semester physical chemistry package with a biochemical emphasis. The two courses CHEM 377A, CHEM 377B may be taken in either order. Principles of physical chemistry emphasizing thermodynamics and chemical kinetics. Biological and environmental science examples used to illustrate principles.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.)
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CHEM 377B - Fundamentals of Physical Chemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 111B or CHEM 112B , MATH 123 , and PHYS 152 (all with a grade of “C” or better).
Half of the two semester physical chemistry package with a biochemical emphasis. The two courses CHEM 377A ,B may be taken in either order. Principles of physical chemistry with emphasis on molecular structure and spectroscopy.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.)
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CHEM 379 - Physical Chemistry for the Biosciences
(4 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 111B or CHEM 112B , CHEM 220A , MATH 119B or MATH 123 , and PHYS 100B or PHYS 152 , all with grades of C or better.
Principles of chemical thermodynamics and kinetics, quantum chemistry, chemical bonding, and spectroscopy, with applications in the biological sciences.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 4 hrs.)
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CHEM 381 - Special Topics in Spectroscopy
(1 unit)
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 220B
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): CHEM 371B or CHEM 377B or CHEM 379
Fundamentals, modern aspects, and applications of spectroscopic methods in chemical and biological systems.
A. Vibrational spectroscopy
B. Electron spectroscopy
C. Luminescence
D. Magnetic resonance spectroscopy
Letter grade only (A-F) Lecture 1 hr. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 units with different topics. Topics announced in the Schedule of Classes.
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CHEM 385 - Materials Science
(3 units)
Prerequisite: CHEM 111A or CHEM 112A and PHYS 152 and (CHEM 111B or CHEM 112B or PHYS 320 ), completion of CHEM 111B or CHEM 112B is strongly recommended.
Introduction to general principles of energy materials including catalytic, photovoltaic, and thermoelectric materials based on nanostructural and/or nanoporous systems. Students will be required to complete preparatory modules on Kinetics (reaction dynamics), Electrochemistry, Fermi statistics, and Diodes.
Letter grade only (A-F). Same course as PHYS 385 . Not open for credit to students with credit in PHYS 385 .
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CHEM 385C - Materials Science Colloquium
(1 unit)
Prerequisite: CHEM 111A or CHEM 112A and PHYS 152 and (CHEM 111B or CHEM 112B or PHYS 320 ), completion of CHEM 111B or CHEM 112B is strongly recommended
Discussion of advances as reported in recent literature related to energy materials. Provides experience in library use, organization, presentation, and critical evaluation of the literature.
Letter grade only (A-F). Same course as PHYS 385C . Not open for credit to students with credit in PHYS 385C .
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CHEM 385L - Materials Science Laboratory
(2 units)
Prerequisite: CHEM 111A or CHEM 112A and PHYS 152 and (CHEM 111B or CHEM 112B or PHYS 320 ), completion of CHEM 111B orCHEM 112B is strongly recommended
Introduction to synthesis, characterization methods, and property measurement of advanced materials.
Letter grade only (A-F), Course fee may be required. (Laboratory 6 hours). Same course as PHYS 385L . Not open for credit to students with credit in PHYS 385L .
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CHEM 420 - Advanced Organic Chemistry Laboratory
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 220B and CHEM 320L and either CHEM 361 or NSCI 361 , all with a grade of “C” or better. CHEM 331 is recommended.
Modern methods in synthesis and characterization of organic compounds. Multistep synthesis, synthetically useful transformations and transition metal catalysis. Small molecule structure elucidation with an emphasis on NMR and mass spectrometry. Separations of complex reaction mixtures and utilization of inert atmosphere. In addition to regularly scheduled lectures, students are expected to attend three hours of lecture on use of chemical literature.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (Lecture 1 hr., laboratory 6 hrs.)
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CHEM 421 - Physical Organic Chemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 220B with a grade of “C” or better.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: CHEM 371B or CHEM 377B . Undergraduates enroll in CHEM 421; graduates in CHEM 521 .
Theoretical interpretation of chemical and physical properties of organic compounds: mathematical derivations of rate equations from experimental results, quantitative comparison of organic compounds reactivities, mathematical correlations of structure and properties. Solving problems relating to reaction mechanisms to described factors.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.) CHEM 521
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CHEM 431 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 331 , with a grade of “C” or better.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): CHEM 371B .
Quantitative study of chemical bonding in inorganic molecules emphasizing on molecular orbital theory. Transition metal chemistry including coordination chemistry, ligand field theory, spectroscopy applications to structural analysis of inorganic molecules, and review of properties and reactivities of elements and their compounds.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.)
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CHEM 441A - Biological Chemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisites: BIOL 212 , CHEM 220B and either CHEM 320L or CHEM 223B all with a grade of “C” or better.
First semester of a two-semester sequence (CHEM 441A and CHEM 441B ) in biochemistry. Chemical and mathematical treatment of energetics and kinetics of reactions in living systems, including chemistry and metabolism of carbohydrates and chemistry of proteins.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hours)
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CHEM 441B - Biological Chemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisite: CHEM 441A with a grade of “C” or better.
Second semester of two-semester sequence (CHEM 441A and CHEM 441B) in biochemistry. Metabolism of lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids, and other advanced topics in metabolism.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hours)
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CHEM 442 - Methods in Biochemistry
(2 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 361 and CHEM 441A both with grades of C or better.
Modern laboratory methods used in biochemistry and molecular biology.
Letter grading only (A-F). (1 hour lecture and 3 hours laboratory). Course open only to BA biochemistry students. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 443 .
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CHEM 443 - Biochemistry Laboratory
(4 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 441A and CHEM 361 ; all with a grade of “C” or better.
Theory of biochemical and molecular biology methods. Modern laboratory techniques used in biochemical research.
Letter grading only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (Lecture 1 hr., laboratory 9 hrs.)
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CHEM 448 - Fundamentals of Biological Chemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 220B or CHEM 227 either with a grade of “C” or better.
Major principles of biochemistry including metabolic processes, biological control and regulatory processes, nutrition and chemical energetics and kinetics of animals, plants and microorganisms. Emphasis on major concepts and problem solving.
Both grading options. Not open for credit to students with credit in CHEM 441A ,CHEM 441B .
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CHEM 449 - Nutritional Biochemistry Laboratory
(1 unit)
Prerequisite: CHEM 448 with a grade of “C” or better.
May be taken concurrently with CHEM 448 .
Analytical and biochemical analyses of foodstuffs and other compounds of biochemical interest.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (Laboratory 3 hrs.)
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CHEM 451 - Instrumental Methods of Analysis
(5 units)
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 152 , and either CHEM 361 or NSCI 361, and either CHEM 371B or CHEM 377B , all with a grade of “C” or better; CHEM 251 is recommended.
Theory and application of instrumental methods to chemical problems. Includes measurement basics, atomic and molecular spectroscopy, electroanalytical chemistry, separation methods, surface analysis, and statistical evaluation of analytical data.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (Lecture 3 hrs., laboratory 6 hrs.).
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CHEM 460 - Seminar in Chemistry
(1 unit)
Corequisite(s): CHEM 496 or consent of instructor. Students must have filed for graduation and be in their last semester.
Weekly meetings for presentation and discussion of advanced work in special fields including original research by faculty and students. Requires participation in organization and critical evaluation of these presentations.
Credit/No Credit grading only. (Seminar 1 hr.)
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CHEM 461 - Chemistry Capstone
(1 unit)
Prerequisite/Corequisite: Department consent.
The capstone course for chemistry and biochemistry graduating seniors in their final semester integrating knowledge and skills from different disciplines of chemistry and biochemistry. Includes discussion of regulatory affairs, ethics in research, and seminars on research topics in chemistry and biochemistry.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Seminar 1 hr)
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CHEM 480 - Biomolecular Modeling and Simulation
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 220A , MATH 123 (may be taken concurrently), and PHYS 100B or PHYS 152 , all with a grade of “C” or better.
The study of biomolecular phenomena using computer-based modeling and simulation techniques with varying degrees of resolution, including development and validity of molecular models.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.) Double Numbered with: CHEM 580
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CHEM 485 - Special Topics in Materials Chemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisite: CHEM 220B and CHEM 331 and CHEM 385 or consent of instructor
Areas of current interest in materials chemistry with introduction to principles of materials synthesis, characterization, and application.
Letter grade only (A-F)
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CHEM 496 - Undergraduate Directed Research
(1-3 units)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Research in a specific topic in chemistry or biochemistry approved and directed by faculty.
Both grading options. Written report required. (Independent Study). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units.
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CHEM 498 - Senior Thesis
(3 units)
Prerequisites: Major GPA 3.0 or higher, 3 units of CHEM 496 with a grade of “A”, consent of instructor.
Continuation of research in chemistry and biochemistry, planning, preparation, and completion of thesis based on original research project. Submission of acceptable thesis meeting the guidelines for research reports issued by the Committee on Professional Training American Chemical Society is required.
Letter grade only (A-F). Not available for graduate students.
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CHEM 498H - Senior Thesis - Honors
(1-3 units)
Prerequisites: At least one unit of CHEM 496 with a grade of “A”; admission into the Honors in Chemistry program, and consent of instructor.
Planning, preparation, and completion of thesis based on a research project in chemistry or biochemistry.
Letter grade only (A-F). Not available to graduate students.
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CHEM 499 - Directed Reading
(1 unit)
Survey of chemical literature on some topic of current interest under supervision of a faculty member. Preparation of a written report based on readings.
Letter grade only (A-F). Not open for credit to graduate students.
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CHEM 521 - Physical Organic Chemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 220B with a grade of “C” or better.
Prerequisite/Corequisite: CHEM 371B or CHEM 377B . Undergraduates enroll in CHEM 421 ; graduates in CHEM 521.
Theoretical interpretation of chemical and physical properties of organic compounds: mathematical derivations of rate equations from experimental results, quantitative comparison of organics compounds reactivities, mathematical correlations of structure and properties. Solving problems relating to reaction mechanisms to described factors.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.) Double Numbered with: CHEM 421
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CHEM 522 - Selected Topics in Organic Chemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisite: CHEM 421 or CHEM 521 or consent of instructor.
Areas of current interest in organic chemistry.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.) May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units with different topics. Topics announced in the Schedule of Classes.
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CHEM 523 - Synthetic Methods
(3 units)
Prerequisites: CHEM 220B with a grade of “C” or better; CHEM 521 recommended
Introduction to current methods of synthetic transformations; topics may include, but not limited to the following: Retrosynthetic analysis, protecting groups, functional group transformations, enolate chemistry, organometallics, stereochemistry and conformational analysis, pericyclic reactions, alkene functionalization and reactions of carbon nucleophiles.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.)
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CHEM 524 - Catalysis in Organic Chemistry
(3 units)
A study of catalysis beginning with a general theory of catalysis. The course also covers catalysis in synthetic organic chemistry centered on metals and ligated metals and catalysis centered on organic molecules as the catalytic species.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.)
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CHEM 531 - Advances in Inorganic Chemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisite: CHEM 431 or consent of instructor.
Current topics and advances in inorganic chemistry.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.) May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units with different topics.
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CHEM 532 - Inorganic Materials Chemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisite: CHEM 431 or consent of instructor.
Advanced studies in bonding in solids, crystal structure variations, band theory and electronic structure, crystal structure-electronic structure-physical properties relationship, electron transport properties, magnetic materials, materials by design for technological applications.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.)
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CHEM 533 - Physical Techniques in Inorganic Chemistry
(3 units)
Prerequisite: CHEM 431 or consent of instructor.
An introduction to physical techniques commonly used in inorganic chemistry with focus on the magnetic resonance spectroscopic techniques: EPR and multinuclear NMR.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.)
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CHEM 534 - Crystal Structure Analysis
(3 units)
Prerequisite: CHEM 431 or consent of instructor.
An introduction to structural methods commonly used in inorganic chemistry with focus on single crystal and powder X-ray diffraction.
Letter grade only (A-F). (Lecture 3 hrs.)
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