CHEMISTRY (CHE)

100. Introductory Chemistry: Four hours
A general course in the fundamental facts, principles, and theories of chemistry with emphasis on those topics most useful to students who are in the pre-nursing program. (Lec. 3, Lab. 2). 

101. General Chemistry I: Four hours
Prerequisite: MAT 111 or higher or concurrent enrollment
A general course in the fundamental facts, principles and theories of chemistry with emphasis on those topics most useful to students who are science majors or minors. For chemistry majors and minors, and to satisfy the chemistry requirements of non-science majors. (Lec. 3, Lab. 3).

103. General Chemistry II: Five hours
Prerequisite: CHE 101
This course, a continuation of CHE 101, includes qualitative analysis and an introduction to quantitative analysis. (Lec. 3, Lab. 6).

105. Elementary Organic and Physiological Chemistry: Four hours
Prerequisite: CHE 100 and MAT 111 or higher or concurrent enrollment
The second semester of a two-semester course, the first semester of which is CHE 100, designed primarily for prenursing students.This course provides an introduction to organic chemistry and biochemistry. Not counted toward a chemistry major or minor. (Lec.3, Lab. 3).

201, 202. Organic Chemistry I and II: Five hours, Five hours
Prerequisite: CHE 103 and a grade of "C" or better in CHE 101 and CHE 103
A course dealing with the theories and principles of organic chemistry. The first semester of laboratory work deals with the preparation of organic compounds, and the second semester of laboratory work includes qualitative organic analysis. (Lec. 3, Lab. 6). 

303. Quantitative Analysis: Four hours
Prerequisite: CHE 103
A survey course continuing the quantitative analysis part of Chemistry 103. Both gravimetric and volumetric methods of analysis are covered. Also covered are general operating principles of the commonly used analytical instruments. (Lec. 2, Lab. 6).

307. Biochemistry (See BIO 307): Four hours
Prerequisite: CHE 202 or concurrent enrollment
A study of the chemistry of life. Emphasis on the structure and metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, nucleoproteins, vitamins, and minerals. This course has a clinical biochemistry orientation. (Lec. 3, Lab. 3).

400. Chemistry Seminar: One hour
Prerequisite: CHE 202
Course content varies with the needs of the students.

402. Elementary Physical Chemistry: Four hours
Prerequisite: CHE 103, PHY 202, and MAT 161 or concurrent enrollment
A course based largely on the concept of energy and the fundamental properties of matter. A general course not requiring extensive mathematical preparation. (Lec. 3, Lab. 3). 

405. Science Outreach (SEE BIO 405): One hour
Prerequisite: BIO 103 or BIO 104 or BIO 105, CHE 103 and completion of at least 40 semester hours of coursework
A community service program designed to train upper level science students to host a molecular or environmental science laboratory for high school students.  Students will function as a group to organize, prepare, and operate at least one laboratory for a visiting high school group.  Students will be graded on their participation and submit a written reflection of their experience.  This course mainly serves students preparting for allied health careers and post-graduate work.

411. Special Studies: Three hours
Prerequisite: Approval by the Department Head
A course for upperclassmen seeking to complete requirements in their major or minor disciplines. Subjects will be taught that do not appear in the college catalog but are of value to a student in her career objectives and/or graduate studies.

412. Special Studies: Three hours
Prerequisite: Approval by the Department Head
A course for upperclassmen seeking to complete requirements in their major or minor disciplines. Subjects will be taught that do not appear in the college catalog but are of value to a student in her career objectives and/or graduate studies.

413. Special Studies: Three hours
Prerequisite: Approval by the Department Head
A course for upperclassmen seeking to complete requirements in their major or minor disciplines. Subjects will be taught that do not appear in the college catalog but are of value to a student in her career objectives and/or graduate studies.

414. Special Studies: Three hours
Prerequisite: Approval by the Department Head
A course for upperclassmen seeking to complete requirements in their major or minor disciplines. Subjects will be taught that do not appear in the college catalog but are of value to a student in her career objectives and/or graduate studies.

449, 450. Independent Studies: One hour to two hours
Prerequisite: CHE 202 and approval of the Department Head and Academic Dean.
Course content varies with the needs of the students.