CH104Z Introduction to Chemistry

Credits 4

Registration Requirement: RD090 and WR090, or IECC201R and IECC201W; and MTH065; each with a grade of "C" or higher; or placement above stated course levels.

Introduces principles of general chemistry including atoms, chemical formulas and equations, bonding, stoichiometry, acid/base chemistry, solutions, and unit conversion calculations. Does not equal a general chemistry course sequence. CH104Z is the lecture component; CH124Z is the laboratory component.

Additional Course Fee: $25.00

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1. Describe physical and chemical properties and the phases and classifications of matter.
2. Apply ionic and covalent bonding theories including Lewis structures, molecular structure, and polarity.
3. Quantify the composition of substances and solutions using molar mass and molarity.
4. Name a variety of elements, ions, ionic compounds, and covalent compounds.
5. Write and balance chemical reactions and solve stoichiometry calculations.
6. Identify types of intermolecular forces and apply them to physical properties of gases, liquids\\nand solutions.
7. Interpret the behavior and relative strengths of acids, bases, and buffers.

CH105 Organic Chemistry for Health Professions

Credits 5

Registration Requirement: CH104, CH151, CH221 or CH221Z, and MTH058 or MTH065, all with a grade of "C" or higher, or placement above stated course levels.

This course is an introduction to organic chemistry. The student must have passed CH104. The course includes an introduction to the nomenclature, physical properties, and chemical properties of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, benzenes, haloalkanes, alcohols, ether, aldehydes, ketones, amines, and carboxylic acid derivatives.

Additional Course Fee: $25.00

This course fulfills: Lab Science

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1. Classify carbons, hydrogens, alkyl halides, alcohols, and amines as primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary.
2. Collect, record, analyze, and interprete experimental data while demonstrating an ability to work safely and proficiently in handling common laboratory equipment and chemicals.
3. Convert between Lewis dot structures, line drawings, Kekule drawings, condensed formulas, molecular formulas, perspective drawings, and Fischer projections, including drawing constitutional isomers and stereoisomers and assigning VSEPR geometry, molecular shape, bond angle, and hybridization for all atoms in these drawings.
4. Explain the phenomenon of optical rotation and how it is measured and affected by concentration and pathlength.
5. Identify and assign Cahn-Ingold-Prelog descriptor to the stereocenters of in chiral compounds as well identifying the relationship between two chiral compounds with the same molecular formula as identical, enantiomers, diastereomers, epimers, anomers, and/or meso compounds.
6. Identify the functional groups and the type of carbon bonding in a molecule, and then predict how functional groups and molecular shape affect the boiling point, melting point, solubility, and intermolecular forces of a molecule.
7. Name organic molecules (alkanes, alkenes, benzenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, alkyl alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, amines, carboxylic acids, and derivatives of carboxylic acids) using both the IUPAC system and common naming systems, assigning R/S stereochemistry and geometric stereochemistry where appropriate.
8. Predict the products of the chemical reactions of alkanes (halogenation, combustion), alkenes (combustion, halogenation, hydrogenation, hydrohalogenation, hydration), alkynes (combustion, halogenation, hydrohalogenation, hydrogenation), alcohols (combustion, dehydration, oxidation, esterification, Lucas), ethers (combustion), aldehydes/ketones (combustion, reduction, acetal/hemiacetal formation), amines (acid-base), and carboxylic acids and derivatives (substitution, acid-b
9. Show an understanding the basics of a reaction mechanism by using terminology like carbocation, radical, nucleophile, and electrophile and by classifying reactions as acid-base, oxidation-reduction, substitution, addition, and elimination.

CH106 Biological Chemistry for Health Professions

Credits 5

Registration Requirement: CH104, CH151, CH221 or CH221Z with a grade of "C" or higher.

CH106 is an introduction to the general topics in biochemistry: carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes, nucleic acids and bioenergetics.

Additional Course Fee: $25.00

This course fulfills: Lab Science

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1. Classify an enzyme using the six main classes of enzymes (oxidoreductase, ligase, lyase, hydrolase, isomerase, transferase), explain how an enzyme catalyzes a reaction (energy effect, catalytic effect, proximity effect, orientation effect), and describe the influence of environmental conditions (temperature, pH, and concentrations), enzyme regulation, and enzyme inhibitors on enzyme catalysis.
2. Collect, record, analyze, and interprete experimental data while demonstrating an ability to work safely and proficiently in handling common laboratory equipment and chemicals.
3. Describe and draw of a protein and its monomers, including describing the four levels of peptide structure, how the structure and solubility of the individual amino acids and the polypeptide changes with pH (high pH, low pH, neutral pH, isoelectric pH), and methods for denaturing a protein.
4. Differentiate between the functions and structures of DNA and RNA, including their roles in protein synthesis (transcription and translation) and how they are replicated.
5. Draw and identify by name, structural description, and function the four most common types of monosaccharides (glucose, fructose, ribose, galactose), four most common types of disaccharides (lactose, sucrose, maltose, cellobiose), and five most common polysaccharides (cellulose, amylose, amylopectin, starch, glycogen) as well as classify the type of glycosidic bond and identify the products of carbohydrate reactions.
6. Explain the three stages of the metabolism of a carbohydrate (glycolysis, Kreb cycle, electron transport chain), including the involvement of NAD, NADH, FAD, FADH2, ATP, ADP, mitochondria, coenzyme A, cytochromes, and the various enzymes at each step.
7. Identify by structural description, function, and image the categories of lipid, including simple lipids (triglycerides, oils, fats, waxes, soaps), complex lipids (sphingophospholipids, glycerophospholipids, phospholipids, sphingolipids, glycolipids), steroids, and eicosanoids (leukotrienes, prostaglandins, thromboxanes) as well as identify the chemical and physical properties within each category, including the saponification, the rancidification, and the hydrogenation of tri

CH124Z Introduction to Chemistry Lab

Credit 1

Registration Requirement: RD090 and WR090, or IECC201R and IECC201W; and MTH065; each with a grade of "C" or higher; or placement above stated course levels.

Experiments corresponding to the topics covered in CH104Z. CH124Z is the laboratory component; CH104Z is the lecture course.

Additional Course Fee: $25.00

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1. Investigate chemical concepts in CH104Z.
2. Follow standard safety procedures while working with chemicals and equipment in a laboratory setting.
3. Demonstrate systematic problem-solving including physical measurements and unit conversions using SI and derived units.
4. Analyze experimental data and results qualitatively and quantitatively using SI and derived units.
5. Interpret and communicate in a clear and concise manner the results of experiments by applying chemical concepts.

CH150Z Preparatory Chemistry

Credits 4

Registration Requirement: RD090 and WR090, or IECC201R and IECC201W, each with a grade of "C" or higher; or placement above stated course levels. Co-requisite: MTH095, MTH098 or higher.

Explores and applies principles and applications of introductory chemistry. Emphasis on an introduction to measurement, components of matter, quantitative relationships including introductory stoichiometry, and major classes of chemical reactions. This course is preparation for the General Chemistry series for students with little to no previous chemistry experience.

Additional Course Fee: $25.00

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1. Differentiate between physical and chemical properties, and the phases and classifications of matter.
2. Demonstrate systematic problem solving, including unit conversions of physical measurements using SI and derived units.
3. Use the periodic table to solve problems in chemistry.
4. Differentiate between ionic and covalent compounds and the bonding in each.
5. Name a variety of elements, ions, ionic compounds and covalent compounds.
6. Quantify the composition of substances.
7. Evaluate chemical reactions using foundational stoichiometry calculations.

CH221Z General Chemistry I

Credits 4

Registration Requirement: RD090 and WR090, or IECC201R and IECC201W, each with a grade of "C" or higher; or placement above stated course levels. Co-requisite: CH227Z, MTH111Z or placement above stated course level. Recommended requisite: CH151.

Explores and applies principles and applications of chemistry. Emphasis on measurement, components of matter, atomic and molecular structure, quantitative relationships including foundational stoichiometry, and major classes of chemical reactions. CH221Z is a lecture course; CH227Z is the laboratory component.

Additional Course Fee: $25.00

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1. Describe the phases and classifications of matter and differentiate between physical and chemical properties.
2. Represent physical measurements using SI and derived units and demonstrate systematic problem solving including unit conversion.
3. Use the periodic table to solve problems in chemistry.
4. Describe the principles of electromagnetic energy, the Bohr model and quantum theory, and use electron configurations to identify periodic variations in chemical properties.
5. Interpret and apply ionic and covalent bonding theories including Lewis structures, formal charges, resonance, molecular structure, and polarity.
6. Quantify the composition of substances and solutions.
7. Identify and name a variety of elements, ions, ionic compounds, and covalent compounds.
8. Write, balance, and classify chemical reactions and solve foundational stoichiometry calculations.

CH222Z General Chemistry II

Credits 4

Registration Requirement: CH221Z with a grade of "C" or higher. Co-requisite: CH228Z.

Explores and applies principles presented in CH221Z to the study of the solid, liquid, and gaseous states of matter. Principles of stoichiometry, thermochemistry, kinetics, and foundational equilibrium are explored and applied to the study of aqueous and gas-phase chemical reactions. CH222Z is a lecture course; CH228Z is the laboratory component.

Additional Course Fee: $25.00

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1. Apply stoichiometry to a variety of problems involving reactions, gases, liquids, solutions, thermochemistry, kinetics, and equilibrium expressions.
2. Apply kinetic molecular theory and gas laws to predict the behavior of gases at various conditions.
3. Identify types of intermolecular forces and apply them to physical properties of solids, liquids, and solutions
4. Describe solution concepts and factors affecting solution properties.
5. Determine the effects of different factors on chemical reaction rates and examine the role of catalysis in modifying these rates.
6. Apply concepts of thermochemistry to explain thermal energy transfer and the energy changes that accompany chemical and physical changes.
7. Identify and apply appropriate equations related to gas laws, solutions, colligative properties, thermochemistry, kinetics, and equilibrium expressions.

CH223Z General Chemistry III

Credits 4

Registration Requirement: CH222Z with a grade of "C" or higher. Co-requisite: CH229Z.

Builds upon the principles presented in CH222Z, explores thermodynamics and chemical equilibrium, and applies them to the study of aqueous acid-base reactions, solubility, and electrochemistry. CH223Z is a lecture course; CH229Z is the laboratory component.

Additional Course Fee: $25.00

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1. Apply concepts of thermodynamics to explain the favorability of chemical reactions.
2. Apply the principles of spontaneity, entropy, free energy, and the laws of thermodynamics to predict and rationalize the behavior of chemical reactions.
3. Interpret the behavior and relative strengths of acids and bases, buffers, and the hydrolysis of salts.
4. Analyze and evaluate equilibrium reactions including solubility, acids and bases, and other equilibria.
5. Predict responses of various chemical systems to changing conditions using equilibrium calculations and Le Chatelier’s Principle.
6. Use redox reactions and electrochemical principles to determine cell potentials and to analyze the relationship between voltage, free energy, and equilibrium.
7. Identify or formulate and apply the appropriate equations related to electrochemistry, thermodynamics, equilibrium reactions, acids, bases, and buffers.

CH227Z General Chemistry I Laboratory

Credit 1

Registration Requirement: RD090 and WR090, or IECC201R and IECC201W, each with a grade of "C" or higher; or placement above stated course levels. Co-requisite: MTH111Z or placement above stated course level. Recommended Requisite: CH151.

Experiments correspond to the topics covered in CH221Z including the fundamentals of chemical measurements, quantitative relationships in chemical analysis, and understanding atomic and molecular structure. CH227Z is the laboratory component; CH221Z is the lecture course.

Additional Course Fee: $25.00

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1. Follow standard safety procedures while working with chemicals and equipment in a laboratory setting.
2. Keep an accurate and detailed laboratory record.
3. Measure, calculate, and report data and results using proper units and appropriate measures of uncertainty.
4. Analyze experimental results qualitatively and quantitatively with measures of accuracy and precision.
5. Interpret and communicate the results of experiments applying chemical concepts in CH221Z in a clear and concise manner.
6. Investigate chemical concepts in CH221Z qualitatively and quantitatively using scientific methods.

CH228Z General Chemistry II Laboratory

Credit 1

Registration Requirement: CH221Z with a grade of "C" or higher.

Experiments correspond to the topics covered in CH222Z including the fundamentals of intermolecular interactions, stoichiometric relationships, chemical equilibria and their application to the synthesis, identification, and analysis of chemical compounds. CH228Z is the laboratory component; CH222Z is the lecture course.

Additional Course Fee: $25.00

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1. Follow standard safety procedures while working with chemicals and equipment in a laboratory setting.
2. Keep an accurate and detailed laboratory record.
3. Measure, calculate, and report data and results using proper units and appropriate measures of uncertainty.
4. Analyze experimental results qualitatively and quantitatively with measures of accuracy and precision.
5. Interpret and communicate the results of experiments applying chemical concepts in CH222Z in a clear and concise manner.
6. Investigate chemical concepts in CH222Z qualitatively and quantitatively using scientific methods.

CH229Z General Chemistry III Laboratory

Credit 1

Registration Requirement: CH222Z with a grade of "C" or higher.

Experiments correspond to the topics covered in CH223Z including the principles of chemical equilibria and their application to chemical analysis through the use of volumetric and electrochemical methods. CH229Z is the laboratory component; CH223Z is the lecture course.

Additional Course Fee: $25.00

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1. Follow standard safety procedures while working with chemicals and equipment in a laboratory setting.
2. Keep an accurate and detailed laboratory record.
3. Measure, calculate, and report data and results using proper units and appropriate measures of uncertainty.
4. Analyze experimental results qualitatively and quantitatively with measures of accuracy and precision.
5. Interpret and communicate the results of experiments applying chemical concepts in CH223Z in a clear and concise manner.
6. Investigate chemical concepts in CH223Z qualitatively and quantitatively using scientific methods.

CH241 Organic Chemistry I

Credits 5

Registration Requirement: WR121 or WR121Z and MTH095, each with a grade of "C" or better, or placement above stated course levels; and CH222.

The study of aliphatic, aromatic and biochemical compounds. CH241 includes a study of nomenclature, aliphatic hydrocarbons, structure, conformation, stereochemistry, resonance and aromaticity, addition mechanism and infrared spectroscopy.

Additional Course Fee: $25.00

This course fulfills: Lab Science

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1. Apply IUPAC nomenclature and common nomenclatures rules to draw and name organic molecules using Kekule drawings, line drawings, Newman projections, Haworth projections, Fischer projections, and prospective drawings and be able to compare the stereochemistry shown in these drawing
2. Apply the basic general chemistry concepts of Lewis Dot structures, VSEPR, molecular shape, polarity, bonding models (hybridized orbital theory and molecular orbital theory), pKa, pH, kinetics, and thermodynamics to the structures of organic molecules in order to predict physical properties as well as the stability, reactivity, and reaction outcomes
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the mechanism of organic reactions by proposing mechanisms for reactions of moderate complexity, and be able to predict patterns of reactivity by analogy to similar systems on the basis of mechanistic reasoning
4. Demonstrate safe, efficient and independent use of traditional and modern laboratory techniques and instrumentation relating to organic synthesis and structural determination by keeping an organized and well documented lab notebook, following a prescribed experimental procedure, and preparing a written report that critically analyzes the data collected to determine the identity, purity, and yield of products as well as any procedural errors
5. Design multi-step synthesis for compounds of moderate complexity using conceptual models and retro-synthetic analysis strategies
6. Predict the products of organic reactions, including the resulting regiochemistry, stereoselectivity, and stereospecificity

CH242 Organic Chemistry II

Credits 5

Registration Requirement: CH241 with a grade of "C" or higher.

This course continues organic chemistry involving the study of free radical, substitution and elimination mechanisms involving alkyl halides, alcohols and ethers. Organic redox reactions, nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy and carbonyl chemistry are also studied.

Additional Course Fee: $25.00

This course fulfills: Lab Science

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1. Apply the basic general chemistry concepts of Lewis Dot structures, VSEPR, molecular shape, polarity, bonding models (hybridized orbital theory and molecular orbital theory), pKa, pH, kinetics, and thermodynamics to the structures of organic molecules in order to predict physical properties as well as the stability, reactivity, and reaction outcomes.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the mechanism of organic reactions by proposing mechanisms for reactions of moderate complexity, and be able to predict patterns of reactivity by analogy to similar systems on the basis of mechanistic reasoning.
3. Demonstrate safe, efficient and independent use of traditional and modern laboratory techniques and instrumentation relating to organic synthesis and structural determination by keeping an organized and well documented lab notebook, following a prescribed experimental procedure, and preparing a written report that critically analyzes the data collected to determine the identity, purity, and yield of products as well as any procedural errors.
4. Design multi-step synthesis for compounds of moderate complexity using conceptual models and retro-synthetic analysis strategies.
5. Predict the products of organic reactions, including the resulting regiochemistry, stereoselectivity, and stereospecificity.

CH243 Organic Chemistry III

Credits 5

Registration Requirement: CH242.

This course continues the study of carbonyl chemistry as well as polymers, heterocycles, proteins, carbohydrates and nucleic acids.

Additional Course Fee: $25.00

This course fulfills: Lab Science

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1. Apply the basic general chemistry concepts of Lewis Dot structures, VSEPR, molecular shape, polarity, bonding models (hybridized orbital theory and molecular orbital theory), pKa, pH, kinetics, and thermodynamics to the structures of organic molecules in order to predict physical properties as well as the stability, reactivity, and reaction outcomes.
2. Apply the fundamentals of organic chemistry learned in CH241, CH242, and CH243 to important biological molecules (carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins) in order to predict the physical and chemical properties of these biological molecules both in the laboratory setting and in a biological organism.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the mechanism of organic reactions by proposing mechanisms for reactions of moderate complexity, and be able to predict patterns of reactivity by analogy to similar systems on the basis of mechanistic reasoning.
4. Demonstrate safe, efficient and independent use of traditional and modern laboratory techniques and instrumentation relating to organic synthesis and structural determination by keeping an organized and well documented lab notebook, following a prescribed experimental procedure, and preparing a written report that critically analyzes the data collected to determine the identity, purity, and yield of products as well as any procedural errors.
5. Design multi-step synthesis for compounds of moderate complexity using conceptual models and retro-synthetic analysis strategies.
6. Predict the products of organic reactions, including the resulting regiochemistry, stereoselectivity, and stereospecificity.