Designed to give non-science majors an understanding of the basic chemical principles of life processes, food additives, plastics, drugs, energy, materials production and pollution. Related laboratory experiments and field trips. Does not satisfy the requirements for a chemistry major. Term I, Term II.

Open to any non-science major, including nursing, education and business. The principles of general and nuclear chemistry including atomic structure, bonding, stoichiometry, gas laws, solutions, equilibrium, acids, bases, buffers and oxidation- reduction are applied to laboratory work. Laboratory experiments center on the properties of compounds and solutions. Recommended: High school chemistry. Term I.

Study of organic functional groups, characterization of related compounds and reactions. Biochemistry includes bioenergetics, carbohydrates, amino acids, proteins, enzymes, lipids, nucleic acids and related biochemical metabolisms. Related laboratory experiments. Prerequisite: CHM 101. Term II.

Study of organic functional groups, characterization of related compounds and reactions. Biochemistry includes bioenergetics, carbohydrates, amino acids, proteins, enzymes, lipids, nucleic acids and related biochemical metabolisms. Related laboratory experiments. Prerequisite: CHM 101. Term II.

This class explores the natural world through the theme of color. The chemistry behind the color of everyday objects such as neon lights, fireworks, natural and synthetic dyes, and gem- stones will be used to introduce fundamental chemical concepts. Concepts include atomic structure, chemical bonding, chemical reac- tions, solution chemistry, structure of mole- cules and solids, organic functional groups, and properties of gases, liquids, and solids. The relationship of chemistry to other fields such as physics, life sciences, earth science, art, and modern technology will be discussed throughout the course. Primarily for non- science majors. This course is offered online with several required in-class laboratory meet- ings. Includes laboratory. Permission of instructor required. On-line Course, No Prerequisite. Term II. Special Note for 2006-2007 academic year: This course will not be offered in the Spring of 2007 due to faculty sabattical leave. It may be offered in the Fall of 2007.

The operations of natural physical environmental systems are studied. Alterations to environmental systems are caused by the use of energy and mineral resources. Use and abuse of these resources lead to air pollution, water pollution and solid waste disposal. Solutions to these problems depend on the progress in science and technology, as well as political decisions and prevailing ethical value systems. No prerequisite. Terms I and II (on-line). In class version offered occasionally.

This course is also offered as Honors 203 Creative and Critial Inquiry in the Elmhurst College Honor's Program alternate years. (in-class, honors level)

Topics covered include the following: stoichiometry, atomic structure, chemical bonding, aqueous solution chemistry, gases, liquids and solid state, and solution properties. Designed for students in science-oriented careers, e.g., chemistry, biology, pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-veterinary, pre-physical therapy and engineering. Prerequisite: high school chemistry. Term I.

Topics include the following: thermodynamics, kinetics, equilibrium applied to acid base theory and solubility, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, descriptive chemistry of selected elements and coordination chemistry. Designed for students in science-oriented careers. Laboratory studies include qualitative and quantitative techniques. Prerequisite: CHM 211 or equivalent. Term II.

Wet chemical and classical instrumental methods (electrochemical and spectrophotometric), sampling and separation techniques, and data evaluation methods are presented. Laboratory work. Prerequisites: CHM 212 and MTH 132 or equivalent. Term II.

CHM 311 Organic Chemistry I

Emphasizes the fundamental principles necessary for understanding synthetic applications. The basic functional groups are discussed with respect to bonding, properties, preparations and reactions. Reaction mechanisms are studied and applied to specific cases. Stereochemistry is studied. Prerequisite: CHM 212 or equivalent. Term I.

A continuation of functional group study with emphasis on synthetic applications. Methods of structure proof (IR, UV, NMR, mass spectroscopy). The laboratory emphasizes synthetic experiments and some physical organic experiments. Prerequisite: CHM 311. Term II.

Principles of polymerization are considered in relation to synthesis, chemical structure and properties. Methods of synthesis and processing are related to physical and chemical characteristics and polymer composition. Chemistry of important commercial synthetic and natural polymers included. Prerequisite: CHM 312. Evening Session only.

Study of biochemical systems including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes, nucleic acids, vitamins, hormones, corresponding metabolic pathways, and energetic and kinetic analysis of representative biochemical systems. Laboratory included. Prerequisite: CHM 312. Term I.

Topics include intermediary (anabolic) metabolism of proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, plant metabolism (e.g. photosynthesis), study of nucleic acids and protein synthesis and membrane transport. Prerequisite: CHM 315. Term II.

Study of the chemical and instrumental methods of structural identification of organic compounds. The laboratory incorporates modern spectroscopic techniques of IR, NMR, mass spectroscopy, UV; chromatographic separation techniques of TLC, GC, HPLC and column chromatography; and classical methods of analysis. Prerequisite: CHM 312. Term II, alternate years.

CHM 411 Physical Chemistry I

A systematic study of thermodynamics and applications to solids, liquids and gases, reac- tions, phase and solution equilibria, chemical dynamics, statistical mechanics and advanced kinetics. Prerequisites: MTH 152, PHY 122. Due to sabbatical leave, scheduled for Spring 2006, Fall 2007 and each Spring starting 2008-2009.

Topics include surface phenomena, quantum and statistical mechanics, applications to spec- troscopy, and computational chemistry. Labo- ratory principles and procedures are integrated with and satisfied by CHM 422 through 427. Prerequisite:MTH 152, PHY 122. CHM 221. Due to sabbatical leave, scheduled for Fall 2006, Spring 2008 and each Fall thereafter.

Topics of current interest to the organic chemist are given special attention, including kinetic studies, molecular orbital calculations, linear free energy relations, structure-reactivity relationships, orbital symmetry relations, addition, elimination, substitution, rearrangement and photochemical reactions. Mechanisms are emphasized, but synthetic reactions are illustrated. Prerequisites: CHM 312 and 412 or consent of instructor. Term I, alternate years (even).

A study of the physical processes involved in living systems including thermodynamics and equilibria, kinetics and transport phenomena, and applications of quantum chemistry and spectroscopy. Related laboratory work. Prerequisites: CHM 315 and CHM 411. Offered occasionally

The following six courses, CHM 422 through 427, each receive a quarter course credit. All courses include laboratory studies. Laboratory studies included. Prerequisite: CHM 221. Corequisite: CHM 411 or 412. Offered yearly.
2006-2007: 423 and 424 Term I; 422 & 425-427 Term II.
2007-2008: 422 & 424-426 Term I; 423 & 427 Term II.

CHM 422 Chemical Instrumentation: Introduction/Electroanalytical Chemistry

The course covers general features common to all instruments. Analog and digital electronics, signal processing, chemometrics, and the software which is used in subsequent chemical instrumentation courses is covered. Electroanalytical chemistry including potentiometry/sensors, coulometry, and voltammetry are surveyed. Prerequisites: See above.

CHM 423 Chemical Instrumentation: X-Ray/UV/VIS/AA

Instrumentation utilizing the X-ray through the visible portion of the electromagnetic spectrum including UV-VIS absorption, atomic absorption and emission, X-ray diffraction, and fluorescence.Prerequisites: See above.

CHM 424 Chemical Instrumentation: IR/NMR

Chemical structures are studied using instrumentation in the IR and radio frequency region (NMR) of the electromagnetic spectrum. Also included are Near IR and Raman.Prerequisites: See above.

CHM 425 Chemical Instrumentation: LC/HPLC

Separation methods are developed using High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and related forms of liquid chromatography such as Capillary Electrophoresis. Prerequisites: See above.

CHM 426 Chemical Instrumentation: GC-MS

The course focuses on Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry Prerequisites: See above.

CHM 427 Chemical Instrumentation: Guided Project

A research approach is used to solve problems utilizing instrumentation and associated methodology covered in the previous five chemical instrumentation courses. Prerequisites: See above.

Theories of atomic structure, bonding, periodicity and geometric structure are used to describe the properties and reactivities of inorganic compounds with emphasis on several main groups, acids and bases, oxidizing and reducing agents, and transition metal coordination compounds. Representative inorganic compounds are prepared and analyzed in the laboratory. Prerequisite: CHM 412 or consent of instructor. Term I, alternate years (odd).

Topics vary each term to reflect current student and faculty interests and timely topics in the chemical literature. Examples include environmental chemistry, industrial organic chemistry, advanced physical chemistry, computational chemistry, organometallic chemistry and organic synthesis. Laboratory may be included. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: CHM 412 or consent of instructor.

An introduction to chemical research directed by faculty or performed through special arrangements with Argonne National Laboratory or Industrial Co-op programs. Research includes original experimental work or library studies. A professional report or paper and a presentation in the seminar course are required. Prerequisites: consent of instructor, junior standing and CHM 411.

TThis course affords Honors Program students the opportunity to design and implement a significant research project in the field of chemistry culminating in an appropriate public dissemination of the research methods and findings. This course must be taken concurrently with another 300-400 course in the major or minor, facilitating faculty supervision and guidance. Prerequisites: Consent of faculty supervisor and Director of the Honors Program required.

A seminar for students and faculty on special topics related to research, the chemical literature and the chemical profession. Required each term of all juniors and seniors (Day Students only). Prerequisite: CHM 312. Quarter course each.