Chemistry - Course Catalog - Wheeling Jesuit University

Chemistry

Contact Person: Norman V. Duffy, Ph.D.

Chemistry is the central science linking mathematics and physics to the biological sciences. The creative insight of chemists into the substance of nature has led not only to an elegant model of the material world, but also to a valuable utility in everyday life. Our goal is to introduce students to the principles of chemistry and the processes of thought which have organized these principles into a coherent body of knowledge.

The chemistry program at Wheeling Jesuit University has provided its majors with a program of proven excellence, preparing them for careers in chemistry, chemical engineering, research medicine, clinical chemistry or biochemistry. It provides an outstanding program for ready entry into dental, medical or pharmacy school. With appropriate minors, majors can enter career-attractive fields such as business, law, information science or teaching.

Requirements for Chemistry Major
Bachelor of Science Degree

Upon completion of the Chemistry program, students will be able to demonstrate the ability to:

Understand the principles and concepts fundamental to chemistry.

Apply laboratory techniques appropriate for an entry-level chemist.

Have problem-solving skills.

Be proficient in oral and written communication.

In addition to completing the core curriculum requirements, outlined on pp. 14-15 of this catalog, chemistry majors must complete the following courses:

CHE 110,120

General Chemistry Lecture

(8crs)

CHE 121, 122

General Chemistry Lab

(2 crs)

CHE 221, 222

Organic Chemistry Lecture

(8 crs)

CHE 231, 232

Organic Chemistry Lab

(2 crs)

CHE 315

Quantitative Analysis

(3 crs)

CHE 316

Instrumental Analysis

(3 crs)

CHE 317

Instrumental Analysis Lab

(1 cr)

CHE 319

Quantitative Analysis Lab

(1 cr)

CHE 321, 322

Physical Chemistry Lecture

(8 crs)

CHE 331, 332

Physical Instrumental Measurements
Lab

(2 crs)

CHE 401

Inorganic Chemistry

(3 crs)

MAT 111, 112

Calculus I, II

(8 crs)

PHY 110, 120

Physics I, II

(8 crs)

PHY 121, 122

Physics Lab I, II

(2 crs)

TOTAL:
(60 crs)

Special Notes on Electives for the Chemistry Major:

The following courses are strongly recommended for chemistry graduate school preparation and professional status: CHE 405 or 415, CHE 431, CHE 477 and 478.

The following courses are recommended electives: MAT 105, Introduction to Statistics; CSC 110, Computer Science I; CHE 314, Biochemistry; either CHE 405/415, Advanced Inorganic/Organic Chemistry, or CHE 431, Advanced Laboratory Techniques I.

Depending on career goals, additional electives in
biology, clinical science, criminal justice, computer science, management and marketing, political science or professional writing are recommended.

CHEMISTRY - Recommended Course Sequence

Freshman

Sophomore

Junior

Senior

FALL

FALL

FALL

FALL

FYS 101
1
CHE 221
4
CHE 315
3
CHE 401
3

CHE 110
4
CHE 231
1
CHE 321
3
RST Elective
3

CHE 121
1
PHY 110
4
CHE 331
3
SSC Core
3

MAT 111
4
PHY 121
1
LIT 250
3
CHE 480
1

ENG 105 or 110
3
MOL
3
PHI 105
3
FAS 20X
2

HIS 110
3
ELECTIVE
3
FAS 101
1

Semester
total
16
Semester
total
16
Semester
total 15 Semester
total 12

SPRING

SPRING

SPRING

SPRING

CHE 120
4
CHE 222
4
CHE 316
3
RST/PHI 305
3

CHE 122
1
CHE 232
1
CHE 317
1
Global Persp.
3

MAT 112
4
PHY 120
4
CHE 322
4
Electives
9

LIT 120
3
PHY 122
1
CHE 332
1

HIS 120
3
MOL
3
PHI 205
3

Elective
3
RST 106/107
3

Semester
total
15
Semester
total
16
Semester
total
15
Semester
total
15

TOTAL
CREDITS
31
TOTAL
CREDITS
32
TOTAL
CREDITS
30
TOTAL
CREDITS
27

Total Credits = 120

Requirements for General Science Major
Bachelor of Science Degree (Chemistry)

Upon completion of the General Science (Chemistry) program, students will be able to demonstrate the ability to:

Understand the principles and concepts fundamental to science, with an emphasis in chemistry.

Possess laboratory experiences appropriate for a person knowledgeable in science.

Have problem-solving skills.

Be proficient in oral and written communication.

The General Science major is designed to be combined with a minor or program rather than as a stand-alone major. For example, combined with the Teacher Preparation Program, it provides an excellent background for secondary education in chemistry. Alternatively, this major could be combined with a marketing or professional writing minor to provide training for a non-traditional, science-related career.

The General Science/Chemistry major provides a broad science background with emphasis in chemistry. However, it does not meet the requirements for more traditional chemistry or health related careers.

In addition to completing the core curriculum requirements outlined on pp. 14-15 of this catalog, General Science (Chemistry) majors must complete the following courses:

CHE 110,120

General Chemistry I & II

(8 crs)

CHE 121, 122

General Chemistry Lab

(2 crs)

CHE 221, 222

Organic Chemistry I & II

(8 crs)

CHE 231, 232

Organic Chemistry Lab I & II

(2 crs)

CHE 315

Quantitative Analysis

(3 crs)

CHE 321

Physical Chemistry I

(4 crs)

CHE

Approved 300-Level Electives

(2-3 crs)

BIO 115, 120

General Biology I & II

(6 crs)

BIO 121, 122

General Biology Lab I & II

(2 crs)

MAT 111, 112

Calculus I, II

(8 crs)

PHY 110, 120

Physics I, II

(8 crs)

PHY 121, 122

Physics Lab I, II

(2 crs)

TOTAL:
(55-56 crs)

Requirements for a Minor in Chemistry

A minor in chemistry is recommended for students majoring in biology, physics, computer science, management, marketing, pre-engineering, pre-legal studies or professional writing.

The following chemistry courses must be completed: CHE 110, CHE 120, CHE 121, CHE 122, CHE 221, CHE 222, CHE 231, CHE 232 and either CHE 315, CHE 319, CHE 314 or CHE 344.

Core Fulfilling Courses

CHE 105 -- Intro. General, Organic and Biochemistry
                (3 crs)

CHE 107 -- Intro. Chemistry for Non-science majors
                (3 crs)

CHE 110 -- General Chemistry Lecture
                (4 crs)

GENERAL SCIENCE (CHEMISTRY) - Recommended Course Sequence

Freshman

Sophomore

Junior

Senior

FALL

FALL

FALL

FALL

FYS 101
1
CHE 221
4
CHE 315
3
PHI 105
3

CHE 110
4
CHE 231
1
CHE 321
4
RST Elective
3

CHE 121
1
PHY 110
4
BIO 115
3
Elective
3

MAT 111
4
PHY 121
1
BIO 121
1
FAS
2

ENG 105 or 110
3
SSC Core
3
MOL
3
PHI 205
3

HIS 110
3
ELECTIVE
3
RST 106/107
3

Semester
total
16
Semester
total
16
Semester
total
17
Semester
total 14

SPRING

SPRING

SPRING

SPRING

CHE 120
4
CHE 222
4
CHE Elective
2-3
RST/PHI 305
3

CHE 122
1
CHE 232
1
BIO 120
3
PHI 305
3

MAT 112
4
PHY 120
4
BIO 122
1
Electives
9

LIT 120
3
PHY 122
1
MOL
3

HIS 120
3
Global Persp.
3
LIT 250
3

Elective
3
FAS 101
1

Semester
total
15
Semester
total
16
Semester
total
13-14
Semester
total
15

TOTAL
CREDITS
31
TOTAL
CREDITS
32
TOTAL
CREDITS
30-31
TOTAL
CREDITS
29

Total Credits = 122-123

Course Descriptions

CHE 105 Intro. General, Organic & Biochemistry
(3 crs)

A one-semester introduction to fundamental chemical principles necessary to describe the behavior of matter. Biochemical concepts and medical applications included as needed. Required for BSN majors.

CHE 107 Intro. Chemistry for Non-science Majors
(3 crs)

Introductory chemistry course for the non-science major emphasizing applications of chemistry to problems involving environmental pollution, sources of energy, radioactivity and human health.

CHE 110, 120 General Chemistry (4 crs ea)

Modern concepts of atomic structure and chemical properties, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, chemical equilibrium and kinetics. For CHE 120, CHE 110 is a prerequisite.

CHE 121, 122 General Chemistry Lab (1 cr ea)

Qualitative and quantitative studies of chemical systems. Introduction to basic synthetic and instrumental chemical methods. For CHE 122, CHE 120 is a corequisite.

CHE 221, 222 Organic Chemistry Lecture (4 crs ea)

The study of the structure and reactions of organic compounds as described by modern theories of bonding and reactivity. Prerequisite: CHE 110 and 120 or equivalent.

CHE 231, 232 Organic Chemistry Lab (1 cr ea)

The techniques necessary to synthesize and identify organic compounds by both chemical and instrumental methods. Prerequisite: CHE 122 or equivalent. For CHE 231, CHE 221 is a corequisite. For CHE 232, CHE 222 is a corequisite.

CHE 312 Introductory Physical Chemistry (3 crs)

A basic course which develops the principles of thermodynamics, equilibrium and kinetics. Prerequisites: CHE 120 and 222, MAT 112, PHY 120.

CHE 314 Biochemistry (3 crs)

A basic course which develops concepts necessary for a description of macromolecular structure, biological regulatory processes and chemical biodynamics. Prerequisite: CHE 222.

CHE 315 Quantitative Analysis (3 crs)

Principles of quantitative analysis with a general introduction to instrumental methods. Emphasis on development of analytic skills as currently employed. Prerequisite: CHE 120 and 122.

CHE 316 Instrumental Analysis (3 crs)

A lecture course in the theory and application of modern instrumental methods of separation and analysis. Prerequisites: CHE 315, PHY 120, PHY 122.

CHE 317 Instrumental Analysis Lab (1 cr)

A laboratory course in the theory and application of modern instrumental methods of separation and analysis. Corequisite: CHE 316.

CHE 318 Environmental Chemistry (3 cr)

Basic chemistry of soils, atmosphere and natural waters. Changes resulting from pollution discharges. Chemical perspectives on environmental problems. Prerequisite: CHE 120 and 122.

CHE 319 Quantitative Analysis Lab (1 cr)

A laboratory course involving the principles of quantitative analysis and an introduction to instrumental methods. Prerequisites: CHE 120 and 122. Corequisite: CHE 315.

CHE 321, 322 Physical Chemistry Lecture (4 crs ea)

Modern concepts of molecular structure, chemical thermodynamics, equilibrium and kinetics. Prerequisites: CHE 120 and 222, MAT 112, PHY 120.

CHE 331, 332 Physical-Instrumental Measurements Lab (1 cr ea)

Experiments in physical-chemical measurements with an emphasis on instrumental methods. Prerequisites: CHE 122, CHE 232, PHY 122.

CHE 344, 345 Biochemical Lab Projects I & II (1 cr ea)

Directed experiments to illustrate basic testing procedures performed in hospitals and research biochemistry laboratories. Experimental test results related to actual patient case histories will provide for meaningful discussions about medical biochemistry in health and disease. Pre/Corequisite for I is CHE/BIO 314; Prerequisite for II is CHE 344.

CHE 401 Inorganic Chemistry (3 crs)

Modern concepts of bonding and structure in inorganic compounds, reactivity and reaction mechanisms, acid-base and solid state chemistry. Prerequisite: CHE 322.

CHE 405 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (3 crs)

An advanced topics lecture course in inorganic chemistry. Prerequisites: CHE 322 and 401.

CHE 410 Advanced Biochemistry (3 crs)

An advanced topics lecture course in physical biochemistry. Prerequisite: CHE 314 and 322.

CHE 415 Advanced Organic Chemistry (3 crs)

An advanced topics lecture course in physical-organic chemistry. Prerequisites: CHE 222 and 322.

CHE 420 Advanced Physical Chemistry (3 crs)

An advanced topics lecture course in physical chemistry. Prerequisite: CHE 322.

CHE 431, 432 Advanced Lab Techniques I & II
(1 or 2 crs ea)

Directed experimental projects in the synthesis of organic and inorganic compounds. Emphasis on instrumental characterization. Prerequisite: CHE 332.

CHE 477, 478 Senior Research Project I and II (2 crs ea)

Directed research projects. A seminar and the satisfactory completion of an original paper are integral parts of each course. Prerequisite: Senior standing as a major.

CHE 450 Thesis

Completion of senior research project resulting in an undergraduate research thesis. Prerequisites: Senior standing, permission.

CHE 480 Seminar (1 cr)

Seminar presentations by faculty and chemists from industry and other academic institutions; student presentations on their undergraduate research and literature topics. Prerequisite: Senior standing as major or permission.

NOTE: Without passing grades in prerequisites, 400-level chemistry courses may be taken only on a credit/no-credit basis.