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All Chemistry Courses

CHM 111 Introduction to Chemistry (A)

This course is intended for students who have none or limited knowledge in chemistry as a preparation to successfully complete other chemistry courses such as College Chemistry I/II or Chemistry for the Health Professions. The course will cover basic concepts involved in structure and bonding, the periodic table, periodic trends, nomenclature, and application of algebra for chemical problem solving relating to chemical reactions and stoichiometry. The course has four lecture hours and two online hours a week. Hybrid course. 3 Cr.

CHM 121 Chemistry and Scientists (ALY)

$25 Course fee required: Covers atomic structure, nuclear chemistry, chemical bonds, inorganic and organic nomenclature, molecular structures, biochemistry, inorganic chemical equations and quantitative problems. Examines the contributions of women and minorities to physical science. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. 4 Cr. (Every Semester.)

CHM 171 Elements of Forensic Science (A)

Shows how principles and techniques of biology, chemistry and physics are used to develop evidence for legal proceedings. Includes topics such as types and handling of physical evidence; finger prints; impressions; chromatography; spectroscopy, microscopy; toxicology; and serology (including blood and DNA typing). (Closed to students who have completed CRJ 371.) DOES NOT FULFILL ELECTIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR CHEMISTRY MAJOR OR MINOR. Three hours of lecture/discussion per week. 3 Cr. (Fall.) [Prerequisites - MTH 112 or equivalent math background.]

CHM 205 College Chemistry I (AL)

$25 Course fee required: Corequisite: MTH 111 or equivalent. Covers atomic structure, chemical periodicity, inorganic nomenclature, chemical bonding, molecular orbitals, molecular structures, properties of solids, liquids, gases, and solutions, chemical equations, and quantitative problems. Three hours lecture and 3.5 hours lab per week. 4 Cr. (Every Semester.)

CHM 206 College Chemistry II (A)

$25 Course fee required: Prerequisite: MTH 111 and CHM 205. Covers strong and weak electrolytes, reactions, buffer systems, structure and bonding of coordination complexes, kinetics, homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibrium, thermodynamics, chemical equations and quantitative problems. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. 4 Cr. (Spring.)

CHM 260 Chemistry for the Health Professions (A)

$25 Course fee required: Prerequisite: MTH 111. The foundations of general chemistry, organic chemistry and biochemistry are provided, for students interesting in the nursing profession. Fundamentals include: dimensional analysis; matter and energy; structure and bonding; chemical reactions; solution chemistry; states of matter; acid/base chemistry; organic nomenclature and structure; and functional groups including alcohols, carbonyls, amines, and organic reactions. The functional group chemistry is then applied to the structures and chemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids and proteins. The lecture is complemented by relevant laboratory exercises. Three hours lecture and two hours lab per week. 4 Cr. (Spring.)

CHM 301 Chemical Safety (A)

The safe and responsible practice of the chemical sciences, including regulatory obligations, information sources, record keeping, and responses to emergency situations. Describes hazards in chemical labs and prudent measures to minimize risks: fire; reactivity; health effects; electrical, mechanical, cryogen and laser hazards; and storage and responsible disposal of chemicals. One hour lecture per week. Offered in the fall. 1 Cr. (Fall.) [Prerequisite: CHM 206.]

CHM 302 Inorganic Chemistry I (A)

$25 Course fee required: Prerequisite: CHM 206 with a grade of C- or better. Chemistry and Biology majors must have a gpa of C- or higher to register for this course. Studies of atomic structure, trends in properties within the periodic table, covalent bonding models, structures of simple solids, acid-base chemistry, oxidation-reduction chemistry, physical techniques in inorganic chemistry, chemical equilibrium, inorganic qualitative analysis, and the descriptive chemistry of the elements. Three hours lecture and 3.5 hours laboratory per week. 4 Cr. (Fall.)

CHM 303 Analytical Chemistry I (A)

$25 Course fee required: Prerequisite: CHM 206. Introduction to analytical methods with emphasis on statistical evaluation of quantitative data and sampling strategies, analytical applications of acid-base equilibria, and chromatographic separations. Also includes a survey of classical volumetric methods, quantitative absorption spectrophotometry, and an introduction to ion selective electrode potentiometry. Three hours lecture and four hours lab per week. 4 Cr.

CHM 305 Organic Chemistry I (A)

$25 Course fee required: Prerequisite: CHM 206. The chemistry of carbon-containing compounds: structure and bonding; nomenclature; functional groups; properties; acids and bases; isomers and stereochemistry; kinetics and thermodynamics; energy diagrams, reaction mechanisms, and their underlying concepts; reactions of hydrocarbons; substitution and elimination reactions of organic halides and related compounds; spectroscopy; and separations. Three hours of lecture and four hours of laboratory per week. 4 Cr.

CHM 306 Organic Chemistry II (A)

$25 Course fee required: Prerequisite: CHM 305. Continuation of CHM 305: aromaticity; the chemical reactions of aromatic compounds; the nomenclature, structure, and chemistry of carbonyl compounds; oxidation and reduction reactions; carbohydrate chemistry; amino acids, peptides and proteins; polymers; spectroscopy; multistep synthesis; and the chemical literature. Three hours of lecture and four hours of laboratory per week. 4 Cr.

CHM 313 Quantitative Chemical Analysis (A)

$25 Course fee required: Introduction to analytical methods with emphasis on statistical evaluation of quantitative data and sampling strategies, analytical applications of acid-base equilibria, and chromatographic separations. Also includes a survey of classical volumetric methods, quantitative absorption spectrophotometry, and an introduction to ion selective electrode potentiometry. Required for Environmental Science majors. Elective for Medical Technology and Biology majors. 4 Cr. (Spring.)

CHM 341 Advanced Organic Laboratory I (A)

Selected advanced reactions and techniques, which may include: vacuum and fractional distillation, catalytic hydrogenation, organometallic reagents, phase transfer reagents, and other advanced experiments. Four hours of laboratory per week. 1 Cr. [Prerequisite: CHM 305.]

CHM 342 Advanced Organic Laboratory II (A)

Continuation of advanced techniques begun in CHM 341. Four hours of laboratory per week. 1 Cr. [Prerequisite: CHM 341.]

CHM 350 Junior Seminar I (A)

Junior Seminar I is a satisfactory/unsatisfactory course meant particularly for junior chemistry and biochemistry majors to become engaged in our seminar program, CHM 400, Seminar I. The intention is to help our majors start to prepare for their post-Brockport pathways, by integrating them into a course in which they can learn about research at Brockport and beyond, graduate programs, and career opportunities and how to prepare for them. 1 Cr. (Fall.)

CHM 375 Materials In Our Lives (A)

Students will explore how materials-based technologies shape our society, as well as, conversely, how social and cultural forces shape the development and use of materials and technologies. In doing so, students will synthesize knowledge from critically evaluating information from various sources and repeatedly summarize in writing their findings and insights. DOES NOT FULFILL ELECTIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CHEMISTRY MAJOR OR MINOR. Three hours of lecture/discussion per week. 3 Cr. (Fall.)

CHM 399 Independent Study in Chemistry (A)

To be defined in consultation with the professor-sponsor and in accordance with the procedures of the Office of Academic Advisement/Transcript Evaluation prior to registration. 1-3 Cr. (Every Semester.)

CHM 400 Seminar I (A)

Includes attendance at seminars, critique writing, and participation in career and employment workshops. One hour per week. 1 Cr. (Fall.) [Prerequisite: Departmental major's advisor or course instructor's permission; permission normally requires completion of 20 credits of the chemistry major.]

CHM 401 Seminar II (A)

Continuation of CHM 400. Includes preparation and presentation of a technical speech by each registrant. One hour per week. 1 Cr. (Spring.) [Prerequisite: CHM 400.]

CHM 404 Physical Chemistry for the Biological Sciences (A)

Principles of physical chemistry and their applications in the biological sciences: biochemical thermodynamics, equilibria, ion and electron transport, kinetics of life processes, biomolecular structure, macromolecules and self-assembly, optical and magnetic resonance spectroscopy, and photobiology with illustrations how these principles apply to fundamental problems in biochemistry. 3 Cr. (Spring.) [Corequisite: CHM 467 or Prerequisites MTH 202 and PHS 240.]

CHM 405 Physical Chemistry I (A)

The principles of quantum mechanics and their application to the proper description of chemical systems, spectroscopic phenomena, and chemical bonding. Three hours of lecture per week. Swing course CHM 505. 3 Cr. (Fall.) [Prerequisites: MTH 202, PHS 240 and CHM 206.]

CHM 406 Physical Chemistry II (A)

Kinetic-molecular theory of gases; kinetics; thermodynamics, with an introduction to statistical thermodynamics; and applications of thermodynamics to phase equilibria and chemical equilibria. Three hours of lecture per week. 3 Cr. [Prerequisite: CHM 405.]

CHM 407 Physical Chemistry for the Biological Sciences Lab (A)

$25 Course fee required: Prerequisites: MTH 202, PHS 240 and CHM 302. Designed to expose students to a variety of physical techniques used in the life sciences with particular emphasis on the biophysical characterization of macromolecules. Students will also be exposed to the mathematical treatment of data to better understand structure/function relationships (3.25 hours of laboratory per week.) Students need to register for CHM 404 with this course. 1 Cr. (Spring.)

CHM 408 Physical Chemistry Laboratory I (A)

$25 Course fee required: Prerequisites: MTH 202, PHS 240 and CHM 303. Covers the statistical treatment of data, propagation of errors, graphs, and report writing. Requires students to conduct experiments using modern physical measurement techniques, produce written scientific reports, and make oral presentations describing and analyzing the methods and their results. Three hours lab per week. Offered in the fall. 1 Cr. (Fall.)

CHM 409 Physical Chemisty Laboratory II (A)

$25 Course fee required: Prerequisite: CHM 406. Requires students to conduct experiments using modern physical measurement techniques, produce written scientific reports, and make oral presentations describing and analyzing the methods and their results. 1 Cr. (Spring.)

CHM 413 Instrumental Methods I: Spectral Interpretation (A)

Covers proton and carbon-13 nuclear magnetic resonance, ultraviolet and visible, infrared, and mass spectrometry data for the identification and structural elucidation of organic compounds. Three hours of lecture/discussion per week. 3 Cr. (Even Spring.) [Prerequisite: CHM 305.]

CHM 414 Instrumental Methods II Electro-analytical Techniques (A)

Explores the application of instrumental techniques used in chemical analysis. Topics include a subset of techniques from the broad categories of electrochemical, spectroscopic, and chromatographic instrumentation. Includes an overview of scientific instrumentation design, data domains and electronic approaches to signal transduction. Three hours of lecture per week. Course requires a minimum grade of D- (for General Education/Major/Minor/Certification) 3 Cr. [Prerequisites: CHM 303 or CHM 313.]

CHM 416 Instrumental Methods Laboratory (A)

The use of various electro-analytical, spectroscopic, and chromatographic instruments to perform chemical analyses. Emphasis is on optimizing instrumental selectivity, sensitivity and resolution. Organization and analysis of data are also discussed. Four hours of laboratory per week. 1 Cr. [Course fee. Prerequisite or corequisite: CHM 414.]

CHM 423 Standard and Modern NMR Tech- a Nuts & Bolts Hands-on Wkshp (A)

Students receive instruction and hands-on training in widely used nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) techniques. 1 credit lecture, 1 credit lab. Offered in WinterSession. 2 Cr.

CHM 431 Inorganic Chemistry II (A)

Study of physical techniques used in inorganic chemistry; molecular symmetry, group theory and their applications; coordination compound bonding theories, structure, and reactivity; and the descriptive chemistry of the d- and f-block elements. Three hours lecture per week. 3 Cr. (Spring.) [Prerequisite: CHM 302, corequisite: CHM 405.]

CHM 432 Inorganic Chemistry II Laboratory (A)

Explores use of classical synthetic methods to prepare coordination compounds. Applies advanced physical theory and instrumental methods to the problems of defining the composition, structure, bonding, and reactivity of these compounds. Four hours lab per week. 1 Cr. (Spring.) [Course fee. Prerequisites: CHM 405 and CHM 408.]

CHM 440 Introduction to Polymers (A)

Polymers are one of the most important materials, with broad applications in everyday life, including all materials we see around us (e.g., clothing, shelter, transportation, papers, and advices). Topics covered include: Step polymerization; radical chain polymerization; ionic polymerization (cationic, anionic); ring-opening polymerization; chain copolymerization; polymer characterization and properties in solution. Prerequisites: Organic Chemistry CHM 306. 3 Cr. (Spring.) [Prerequisite: CHM 306.]

CHM 450 Internship in Chemistry and Biochemistry (A)

By departmental admission only. Students must inquire about this internship and its application procedure to the chair of the department prior to any term. This course is an internship with a local company or organization associated with the chemical sciences. It will involve hands-on experience for academic credit. The student is expected to keep a laboratory notebook and provide a progress report at the end of the term. Variable credit, 1-6 lab credit hours, 45 hour/credit to be arranged. 1-6 Cr.

CHM 467 Biochemistry I (A)

A college course in biology is strongly recommended. Covers the chemistry of proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, nucleic acids and other biomolecules with an emphasis on structure function relationships, experimental methods, and interpretation of biochemical data. Covers the concepts of protein and nucleic acid folding enzyme kinetics, signaling, and membrane biophysics. 3 Cr. (Fall.) [Prerequisite: CHM 306.]

CHM 468 Biochemistry II (A)

Provides a continuation of CHM 467. Covers additional metabolic pathways, human nutrition, chromosomes and genes, protein biosynthesis, cell walls, immunoglobulins, muscle contraction, cell motility, membrane transport and excitable membranes and sensory systems. Investigates experimental evidence for the structures and functions of biomolecules. Three hours of lecture/discussion per week. 3 Cr. (Spring.) [Cross-listed as BIO 468, Prerequisite: CHM 467 or BIO 467.]

CHM 470 Biochemistry Laboratory (A)

$25 Course fee required: Cross-listed: BIO 470, Prerequisite or corequisite: CHM 467 or BIO 467. Covers biochemical analyses, including preparation, separations and characterization of products from a variety of biological sources; and experiments with enzymes and experiments designed to measure changes inherent in the dynamics of living systems. Four hours lab per week. 1 Cr.

CHM 490 Chemistry Thesis (A)

A three- credit course devoted to researching primary literature and thesis writing under the supervision of a faculty sponsor to fulfill the Senior Thesis requirement of the Chemistry Honors Degree Program. 3 Cr. (Fall.)

CHM 499 Independent Study in Chemistry (A)

To be defined in consultation with the professor/sponsor and in accordance with the procedures of the Office of Academic Advisement/Transcript Evaluation prior to registration. 1-6 Cr. (Every Semester.) [Prerequisites: CHM 399 or equivalent experience such as summer research experience.]

CHM 505 Physical Chemistry I (A)

The principles of quantum mechanics and their application to the proper description of chemical systems, spectroscopic phenomena, and chemical bonding. Three hours of lecture per week. Swing Course CHM 405. 3 Cr. [Prerequisites: MTH 202, PHS 240 and CHM 206.]

CHM 506 Physical Chemistry II (A)

CHM 507 Physical Chemistry for the Biological Sciences Lab (A)

$25 Course fee required: Prerequisites: MTH202, PHS240 and CHM302. This course is designed to expose students to a variety of physical techniques used in the life sciences with particular emphasis on the biophysical characterization of macromolecules. Students will also gain exposure to the mathematical treatment of data to better understand structure/function relationships 3.25 hours lab per week. 1 Cr. (Spring.)

CHM 508 Physical Chemistry Laboratory I (A)

$25 Course fee required: Prerequisites: MTH202, PHS202 and CHM206. Covers the statistical treatment of data, propagation of errors , graphs, and report writing. Requires students to conduct experiments using modern physical measurement techniques, produce written scientific reports, and make oral presentations describing and analyzing the methods and their results. Three hours lab per week. 1 Cr.

CHM 509 Physical Chemistry Laboratory II (A)

$25 Course fee required: Prerequisite: CHM408. Requires students to conduct experiments using modern physical measurement techniques, produce written scientific reports, and make oral presentations describing and analyzing the methods and their results. 1 Cr.

CHM 511 Optical Spectroscopic Methods of Analysis (B)

Students will learn the theoretical principles of molecular spectroscopy and how to apply these principles to photon and electron spectroscopy. Theories of spectroscopic transitions and their applications in structural elucidations and quantitative analysis. Topics include ultraviolet/visible, infrared, Raman and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, atomic absorption spectroscopy, atomic and flame emission spectroscopy, chemiluminescence, fluorescence, phosphorescence, light scattering and refractometry. NYSED requires a minimum course grade of B- (graduate sections) for certification. 3 Cr.

CHM 513 Instrumental Methods I: Spectral Interpretation (A)

CHM 514 Instru Mthds Ii: Qnt Spectr & Electro Techniques (A)

Theory and application to quantitative analyte determination of optical, spectroscopic, electro-analytical, and chromatographic instrumental techniques. Optimization of instrumental and analytical parameters and strategies for data acquisition are also discussed. Three hours of lecture per week. 3 Cr. [Prerequisites: CHM 303 and CHM 406.]

CHM 516 Instrumental Methods Laboratory (A)

CHM 522 Mechanisms of Drug Action (B)

Covers the process of drug development and mechanism of action of common therapeutic compounds. Includes a summary of the drug discovery process, principles of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, genetic factors associated with the reactions to drugs, and mechanisms by which drugs cause therapeutic and toxic responses. Course requires a minimum grade of B- (for General Education/Major/Minor/Certification) Add statement - NYSED requires a minimum course grade of “B-” (graduate sections) for certification. 3 Cr.

CHM 523 Standard and Modern NMR Tech- a Nuts & Bolts Hands-on Wkshp (A)

Students receive instruction and hands-on training in widely used nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) techniques (1 credit lecture, 1 credit lab) 2 Cr.

CHM 531 Inorganic Chemistry (A)

Study of: physical techniques used in inorganic chemistry; molecular symmetry, group theory and their applications; coordination compound bonding theories, structure, and reactivity; and the descriptive chemistry of the d- and f-block elements. Three hours lecture per week. Three hours lecture per week. 3 Cr. [Prerequisite: CHM 302; Corequisite: CHM 405.]

CHM 532 Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory (A)

Course fee; Prerequisites - CHM 405 and CHM 408. Explores use of classical synthetic methods to prepare coordination compounds. Applies advanced physical theory and instrumental methods to the problems of defining the composition, structure, bonding, and reactivity of these compounds. Four hours lab per week. 1 Cr.

CHM 555 Green Solvents and Sustainable Chemistry (B)

Course to elucidate the important role of solvents in chemical synthesis and separations. Provides an overview of current approaches to eliminate or replace toxic solvents with safer solvents such as water, supercritical fluids, ionic liquids, deep eutectic solvents, and polyethylene glycol. Course requires a minimum grade of B- (for General Education/Major/Minor/Certification) Add statement - NYSED requires a minimum course grade of “B-” (graduate sections) for certification. 3 Cr.

CHM 557 Geochemistry (A)

Applies basic chemical principles of thermodynamics, kinetics, and equilibrium to the investigation of common geologic problems ranging from crystallization of silicate melts to surface reactions on soil minerals. Focuses on laboratory exercises on application of good laboratory practices to wet chemical and instrumental techniques involving geologic materials. Three hours lecture and three hours lab per week. 4 Cr. [Prerequisites: CHM 205, CHM 206 and GEL 101, Course fee; Cross-listed as GEL 457.]

CHM 567 Biochemistry I (A)

Covers the chemistry of proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, nucleic acids and other biomolecules with an emphasis on structure function relationships, experimental methods, and interpretation of biochemical data. Covers the concepts of protein and nucleic acid folding enzyme kinetics, signaling, and membrane biophysics. 3 Cr. [Prerequisite CHM 306; a college course in biology is strongly recommended.]

CHM 568 Biochemistry II (A)

Provides a continuation of BIO 467. Covers the metabolism of all the major biomolecules including: proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, and carbohydrates. Both anabolic and catabolic pathways are explored along with the regulations of those pathways. Gene expression and regulation are also covered. 3 Cr.

CHM 570 Biochemistry Laboratory (A)

$25 Course fee required: Cross-listed as BIO 470, course fee, Prerequisite or corequisite: CHM 467 or BIO 467. Covers biochemical analyses, including preparation, separations and characterization of products from a variety of biological sources; and experiments with enzymes and experiments designed to measure changes inherent in the dynamics of living systems. Four hours lab per week. 1 Cr.

CHM 599 Independent Study in Chemistry (A)

To be defined in consultation with the professor/sponsor and in accordance with the procedures of the Office of Academic Advisement/Transcript Evaluation prior to registration. 1-6 Cr. [Prerequisites - CHM 399 or equivalent experience such as summer research experience.]

CHM 610 Advanced Analytical Chemistry (B)

An intensive survey of selected principles and techniques in modern analytical chemistry. Topics may include basic statistics, sampling, complexation and extraction, equilibria, molecular and atomic spectroscopy, microscopy, electroanalysis, and chromatography. NYSED requires a minimum course grade of B- (graduate sections) for certification. 3 Cr.

CHM 620 Advanced Biochemistry (B)

An overview of the basic principles of biochemistry, as well as their application in the laboratory setting. In this course, students will gain an understanding of the structure and function of macromolecules, enzymes, metabolic pathways, and more. Topics such as membrane transport, nucleic acid structure, and metabolic regulation will be discussed. Additionally, students will be exposed to the techniques used in biochemistry laboratories, including chromatography, PCR, and protein purification. Through a combination of lectures, laboratory exercises, and problem-solving activities, students will gain an appreciation for the complexities of biochemistry. NYSED requires a minimum course grade of B- (graduate sections) for certification. 3 Cr.

CHM 630 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (B)

This advanced inorganic chemistry course is designed to provide graduate students with a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of the principles, theories, and applications of inorganic chemistry. Building upon the foundational knowledge acquired in undergraduate courses, this course will delve into the complexities of inorganic compounds, their synthesis, reactivity, and significance in modern chemistry. NYSED requires a minimum course grade of B- (graduate sections) for certification. 3 Cr.

CHM 640 Advanced Organic Chemistry (B)

An expanded presentation of fundamental topics in organic chemistry including structure, bonding, stereochemistry, molecular orbital theory, reactive intermediates, and reaction mechanisms, Course requires a minimum grade of B- (for General Education/Major/Minor/Certification) Add statement - NYSED requires a minimum course grade of “B-” (graduate sections) for certification. 3 Cr.

CHM 650 Advanced Physical Chemistry (B)

A discussion of the fundamentals of quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, and classical thermodynamics with applications to systems of contemporary interest such as small molecules, solid state materials, polymers, etc. 3 Cr.

CHM 700 Scientific Writing, Communication, and Research Seminar (B)

An overview of research methods in chemistry. Includes strategies for effective scientific communication – both written and oral – and development of a literature-based research question. NYSED requires a minimum course grade of B- (graduate sections) for certification. 3 Cr.

CHM 754 Applications of Laser Spectroscopy (B)

The course introduces laser spectroscopy, with an emphasis on ultrafast spectroscopy. Fundamentals of instrumentation, data analysis and contemporary research in the field is discussed. Applications - content includes “the basics” of electronic absorption, fluorescence, phosphorescence, fluorescence quantum yields and lifetimes, solvent effects, FRET, and fluorescence anisotropy, ultrafast dynamics of the chemical bond, solvation dynamics, ultrafast dynamics of aqueous systems, photoisomerization, light harvesting antennae, protein folding, time resolved spectroscopic techniques in DNA sequencing, ultrafast dynamics in nanomaterials and other novel fluorophores, photoinduced electron transfer dynamics, time and space resolved spectroscopy of ionic liquids and deep eutectic solvents. 3 Cr.

CHM 790 Literature Project - Topics (B)

In-depth literature analysis of a contemporary topic in the field of chemistry. Culminates in a written product with the potential to be submitted for journal publication. Satisfies the writing component requirement for the master's degree as determined by department rules and regulations. 3 Cr.

CHM 799 Graduate Research Thesis (B)

Individual investigation of an original research problem to be submitted in a format acceptable to satisfy the requirements for the master's degree as determined by department rules and regulations. 3 Cr. (Every Semester.)