Chemistry

Courses Taught

• CHEM 107 Chemical Structure and Bonding
  Study of fundamental chemical principles focusing on properties of matter and theories of chemical bonding, atomic and molecular structure and chemical reactions. This material will be taught through the lens of a specific theme and highlight applications to convey how chemistry is used to resolve current questions in science. Laboratory experiments are designed to offer a hands-on familiarity with the principles discussed in the lectures. Fall semester. Three class hours and one laboratory. Students registering for CHEM 107 must take the Chemistry Placement Exam.
• CHEM 203 Organic Chemistry I: Structure and Mechanism
  Study of the fundamental concepts of the chemistry of carbon compounds, with emphasis on molecular structure, stereochemistry, and the application of spectroscopy to the structure of organic compounds. The reactivity of organohalides, alkenes, and aromatic molecules is discussed. Three class hours, one lab discussion hour, and one laboratory. Fall semester. Prerequisite: CHEM 108.