Undergraduate Bulletin 2007-2009
Chemistry

Course Offering(s)

• Chemistry  101 4 units (crs.)
  General, Organic and Biochemistry I (NS)
  This is the first semester of the 1-year chemistry 101/102 course sequence, which is specifically designed to meet the needs of nursing students.  This sequence does not satisfy the prerequisites for higher-level chemistry course.  Topics covered include: matter, energy, atomic structure, chemical reactions, chemical bonding, solutions, chemical equilibrium, and organic nomenclature.  Prerequisite:  A declared pre-nursing major, and Mathematics 103 with a grade of C or better, or qualifying for mathematics 104 and  higher via the Mathematics Placement Exam.  (3+2) (Fall-Spring)
• Chemistry  102 4 units (crs.)
  General, Organic and Biochemistry II (NS)
  This is the second semester of the 1-year Chemistry 101/102 course sequence.  Topics covered include:  the organic chemistry topics of alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, amines, and the biochemistry topics of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, enzymes, and metabolism. Prerequisite: Chemistry 101 with a grade of C or better and Mathematics 103 with a grade of C or better, or qualifying for Mathematics 104 or higher via the Mathematics Placement Exam.   (3+2) (Fall-Spring)
• Chemistry  103 4 units (crs.)
  Introduction to Environmental Chemistry (NS)
  This laboratory course will cover the chemistry of environmental topics such as: air pollution, ozone depletion, water pollution, acid rain, waste disposal and energy production.  Occasionally tangentially related topics such as drug design and nutrition may be discussed.  This course may be combined with Chemistry 104, to form a two semester sequence for the Bachelor of Science degree.  Note: Chemistry 103 is not a prerequisite for higher level chemistry courses.
• Chemistry  104 4 units (crs.)
  Introduction to the Chemistry of Materials (NS)
  This laboratory course will teach the chemistry behind materials that society depends on: metals, ceramics, and polymers.  Historic and economic impacts of their manufacture and use will be considered.  Applications of advanced materials in fields such as electronics, aviation or art will be discussed.  This course may be combined with Chemistry 103 to form a two-semester sequence for the Bachelor of Science degree.  Note:  Chemistry 104 is not a prerequisite for higher level chemistry courses.
• Chemistry  105 5 units (crs.)
  General Chemistry I (NS)
  This is the first semester of the 1-year Chemistry 105/106 course sequence, which is specifically designed to meet the needs of science majors and pre-professional students. Topics covered include: atomic theory, atomic and electronic structure, chemical bonding, mole concept, stoichiometry, state of matter, formulas and equations, solutions and colloids. Prerequisite: Credit for or concurrent enrollment in Math 104, or completion/placement of any higher math course. Recommended: A previous in High School or College Chemistry. (4+2) (Fall-Spring)
• Chemistry  106 1-5 units (crs.)
  General Chemistry II (NS)
  This is the second semester of the 1-year Chemistry 105/106 course sequence, which is specifically designed to meet the needs of science majors and pre-professional students.  Topics covered in Chemistry 106 include: molecular structure, chemistry of metals and selected nonmetals, intermolecular forces, chemical equilibrium.  Prerequisite:  Chemistry 105 with a grade of (C) or better (4+3) (Fall-Spring)
• Chemistry  221 1-4 units (crs.)
  Quantitative Analysis (NS)
  Emphasis on ionic solution equilibria as applied to analytical chemistry. Specifically, statistical analysis of data, theoretical principles of solubility, acid-base, redox and complex equilibria discussed stressing calculations involving system constants and species concentrations. Laboratory techniques to include gravimetric, volumetric, potentiometric and spectrophotometric methods with stress on quantitative determinations of inorganic and organic species and system constants. Prerequisite: Chemistry 106 with a grade of C or better. (3 + 3)
• Chemistry  235 4 units (crs.)
  Organic Chemistry I (NS)
  Major topics include nomenclature, reactions and mechanisms of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons and their halogen derivatives; aromaticity; qualitative molecular orbital approach to bonding and structure; and stereochemistry. Techniques; methods for separation, purification, and identification of organic compounds; and syntheses are included in the laboratory work. Prerequisite: Chemistry 106  with a grade of C or better. (3+3) (Fall-Spring)
• Chemistry  246 1-3 units (crs.)
  Introduction to  Chemistry Research (NS)
  Supervised research in chemistry.  Prerequisite: One term of chemistry numbered 105 or higher and consent of instructor. This is a repeatable course for up to six units (crs.)
• Chemistry  303 3 units (crs.)
  Biochemistry: Clinical Emphases
  This course is specifically designed to meet the needs of the Medical Technology students as well as Chemistry majors who choose to follow the Department¿s Biochemistry Emphasis. Topics include: Amino acids, proteins, nucleic acids, bioenergetics, carbohydrates, lipids, hormones, vitamins, electrolytes, and xenobiotics. Clinical correlations will be presented which emphasize: biochemistry, pathophysiology, and quantification of body fluid constituents.  Prerequisite: Chemistry 335 and either Chemistry 221 or Biology and Microbiology 323 or consent of the instructor.
• Chemistry  304 1 unit (cr.)
  Biochemistry Laboratory (NS)
  This course is specifically designed to meet the needs of students needing practical experience in the biochemistry laboratory. This laboratory is required for Medical Technology majors and is recommended for those in other clinically-oriented programs (e.g., premed., prevet.) and for Chemistry majors choosing to follow the Department¿s Biochemistry emphasis. Techniques include aspects of spectrophotometry, electrophoresis, chromatography, immunoassays, and fluorescence. A significant amount of writing is expected. Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in Chemistry 303 or 305.
• Chemistry  305 3 units (crs.)
  Biochemistry II: Lecture
  This course is the second term of the two-term sequence (Chemistry 303/503 and Chemistry 305/505) for the Professional Emphasis Chemistry Major Biochemistry option. Topics focus on the more chemical aspects of: proteins, enzyme kinetics and mechanisms, bioenergetics, carbohydrates, and lipid chemistry presented in Chemistry 303/503.  Students (e.g., Microbiology majors) with sufficient background may enroll without taking Chemistry 303/503, with consent of the instructor.  Additional topics include: nucleic acid structure, conformation, repair, and processing, and recombinant technology; protein translation; and regulation; and regulating of gene expression. The use of computer technology is expected.  Graduate students are required to submit an additional paper. Prerequisite: Chemistry 221, Chemistry 335 or consent of instructor. 305/505 (Spring)
• Chemistry  306 1 unit (cr.)
  Biochemistry II: Laboratory (NS)
  This laboratory is required for students electing the ACS Chemistry Major Professional Emphasis Biochemistry Option. Laboratory experiences are correlated to topics presented in Chemistry 305/505.  (Note: Biochemistry majors may take the Chemistry 304/504 laboratory in addition to required Chemistry 305/506 laboratory.) Techniques include: spectrophotometry, electrophoresis, chromatography, nuclear magnetic resonance, and computer modeling. A significant amount of writing is expected. Some of the laboratory modules utilize a cooperative learning approach to problem solving. Prerequisite: Chemistry 305 or consent of instructor.  Qualified Biology or Microbiology majors may waive prerequisite with consent of instructor. 306/506 (Spring)
• Chemistry  310 3 units (crs.)
  Chemistry Workshop for K-12 Teachers
  This course is intended to be a workshop in Chemistry for K-12. The focus will be on activities to improve the effectiveness of the classroom teacher. The course does not apply to any graduate degree program at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. 310/510
• Chemistry  320 3 units (crs.)
  Introduction to Instrumental Analysis (NS)
  A survey of modern instrumental techniques commonly employed in modern chemical laboratories including spectroscopic, absorption and emission analysis, conductance, pH measurements, polarography, separations, automatic titrations and radiochemical tracer techniques. Prerequisite: Chemistry 221 and Chemistry 335 or consent of instructor. Credit may not be obtained in both Chemistry 320 and Chemistry 421. (2+3) (Spring)
• Chemistry  323 3 units (crs.)
  Analytical Separations (NS)
  The principles and theoretical foundations, experimental variables, and applications of solvent extraction and the primary chromatographic techniques, including: column, liquid-liquid, ion exchange, think-layer, gas-liquid and other recent modern chromatographic methods.  The laboratory will involve applications of the above to demonstrate the utility of the methods.  To count as an elective towards the professional Chemistry major, credit or concurrent enrollment in Chemistry 370 and a special project are required.  Prerequisite: Chemistry 221 and Chemistry 335.  323/523 (2+3)
• Chemistry  330 1 unit (cr.)
  Scientific Glassblowing
  Fundamental principles of scientific glassblowing. Practice in the basic techniques and the development of skill in the art of glassblowing. Introduction to the use of the glass lathe and the design of complex equipment. Prerequisite:  Minimum two years of chemistry and consent of instructor. (0+3)
• Chemistry  335 1-4 units (crs.)
  Organic Chemistry II (NS)
  A continuation of Chemistry 235 which includes a discussion of alcohols, phenols, ethers, carbonyl containing compounds, amines, anilines, carbohydrates and proteins. Particular emphasis is placed on the mechanistic and theoretical aspects of the various topics covered. Infrared, nuclear magnetic resonance, and mass spectroscopies are discussed in a qualitative manner. Laboratory includes advanced synthesis work and introductory, qualitative organic analysis emphasizing modern spectral techniques. Prerequisite: Chemistry 235 with a grade of C or better.  335/535 (3+3) (Fall-Spring)
• Chemistry  336 1 unit (cr.)
  Advanced Organic Laboratory (NS)
  A continuation of the laboratory in Chemistry 335, which includes qualitative organic analysis, advanced synthesis and/or independent special projects. Prerequisite: Chemistry 335 with a grade of C or better. 336/536 (0+3)
• Chemistry  348 1 unit (cr.)
  Physical Chemistry Laboratory I (NS)
  Laboratory experiments designed to illustrate the material presented in the lecture portion of Chemistry 370.  Prerequisite: Department Consent
• Chemistry  351 1 unit (cr.)
  Physical Chemistry Laboratory II (NS)
  Laboratory experiments designed to illustrate the material presented in the lecture portion of Chemisrty 370. Prerequisite:  Department Consent (0+3)  351/551
• Chemistry  360 1-3 units (crs.)
  Special Topics
  A chemistry course on a topic not covered in the department's curriculum. This course may be repeated with different content.  Each time it is offered, the topic will be announced in the class schedule. Graduate students will be required to do an extra project or paper.  Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. 360/560
• Chemistry  370 4 units (crs.)
  Physical Chemistry I (NS)
  Fundamental principles of physical chemistry. Lecture topics include ideal and real gases, kinetic theory, thermodynamics, equilibria, properties of solutions, surface and colloid chemistry. Laboratory includes experiments that are designed to illustrate the lecture material. Prerequisite: Mathematics 273 (may be taken concurrently), Chemistry 235, and Physics 110. 370/570  (3+3)
• Chemistry  371 4 units (crs.)
  Physical Chemistry II (NS)
  A continuation of Chemistry 370. Lecture topics include quantum chemistry, atomic and molecular spectra, and chemical kinetics.  Laboratory includes experiments that are designed to illustrate the lecture material.  Prerequisite: Mathematics 273, Chemistry 221, and Chemistry 370. 371/571 (3+3)
• Chemistry  421 3 units (crs.)
  Instrumental Analysis (NS)
  Theory and application of instrumentation to chemical analysis. Topics covered include electronics, classical spectroscopic methods, and electrochemical techniques.  Laboratory to stress instrumental determination of physical constants, methods comparison and quantitative determination of system species using the above.  Prerequisite:  Chemistry 211 and Chemistry 370.  Credit may not be obtained in both Chemistry 320 and 421/621, (2+3).
• Chemistry  435 3 units (crs.)
  Interpretive Spectroscopy (NS)
  The application of spectral methods to the characterization of the structure of inorganic and organic compounds will be presented.  Specific topics will include infrared, Raman, ultraviolet and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopies and mass spectrometry. The laboratory will involve the use of these techniques to identify the structure of unknown samples. Prerequisite: Chemistry 335/535 or consent of instructor and completion of or concurrent enrollment in Chemistry 370 435/635 (2+3)
• Chemistry  446 1-3 units (crs.)
  Independent Study (NS)
  Supervised research in chemistry.  See Independent Study under Course and Academic Advisement Policies information for general course description, general prerequisites, and proper contract form requirements.  (0+3 to 9) (Fall-Spring)
• Chemistry  452 3 units (crs.)
  Polymer Science (NS)
  An introduction to the study of the chemistry of macromolecules including: polymerization reactions and kinetics, physical and chemical characterization methods, and the relationship between chemical and mechanical properties.  Prerequisite: Chemistry 370. 452/652 (2+3)
• Chemistry  456 1-3 units (crs.)
  Related Readings
  Supervised readings in Chemistry. See Related Readings under Course and Academic Advisement Policies Information for general course description, general prerequisites, and proper contract form requirements. (0+3 to 9) (Fall-Spring)
• Chemistry  463 1 unit (cr.)
  Inorganic Laboratory (NS)
  Techniques and syntheses emphasized.  Includes reaction chemistry and mechanisms of main group and transition metal compounds.  Preparation of coordination complexes and organometallic compounds.  Preparation of coordination complexes and organometallic compounds by inert atmosphere, high temperature, nonagueous and vacuum techniques, and their isolation and characterization.  Prerequisite:  Department Consent. (0 + 3).
• Chemistry  470 4 units (crs.)
  Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (NS)
  An advanced course that focuses on important topics from inorganic chemistry.  Topics include: coordination chemistry, bonding models, application of spectroscopy, and other topics of current interest.  Laboratory includes experiments that are designed to illustrate the lecture material.  Prerequisite:  Chemistry 335 and 371, or consent of the instructor 471/671 (3+3).
• Chemistry  474 1-6 units (crs.)
  Honors Thesis
  Honors thesis projects include any advanced independent endeavor in the student's major field of study e.g. a written thesis, scientific experiment or research project, or creative arts exhibit or production. Proposals (attached to Independent Study contract) must show clear promise of honors level work and be approved by a faculty sponsor. Course title for transcript will be 'Honors Thesis.' Completed projects will be announced and presented to interested students and faculty. Preparation of a formal seminar paper based on research, an industrial internship, and/or a thorough review of a specific area from the chemical literature, followed by an oral seminar based on this paper.  Prerequisite: University Honors program and junior standing. Maximum of 6 units (crs.).
• Chemistry  490 1 unit (cr.)
  Chemistry Seminar
  Oral presentation of scientific papers, research, or selected topics which require a thorough study and use of the chemical literature. Prerequisite: Chemistry major with junior standing. (1+0) (Fall-Spring)
• Chemistry  495 1-6 units (crs.)
  Chemistry Research Internship
  An off-campus research experience in an industrial/ academic/governmental laboratory under the joint supervision of the department and participating agency. Prerequisite: Application and admission into the program six months prior to the commencement of the internship. Normally, course work through Chemistry 371 must be completed prior to the internship. (0+3 to 18) (Summer, if available)