Academic
Catalog August 2009 - August 2010 Undergraduate
and Graduate
Some courses may not be offered every year. Check with the college or department office for current information about when specific courses are offered.
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CHM 130 FUNDAMENTAL CHEMISTRY (4)
Principles of chemistry course for students requiring only one semester of chemistry and those proceeding to a one-semester organic (CHM 230) course. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: (MAT 102X or higher or Math Placement Test Results (ACT 17+; Accuplacer 40+; PLACE 43+; SATI 420+)) or International Exchange Student Group SAS
CHM 130R FUNDAMENTAL CHEMISTRY RECITATION (1)
Optional recitation section covering problem-solving techniques in fundamental general chemistry. Pass-fail only. Corequisite: CHM 130
CHM 151 GENERAL CHEMISTRY I (4)
Fundamental chemistry principles presented at a level appropriate for preprofessional, science, and engineering majors, including students proceeding to CHM 235 and 238. Prerequisites: high school chemistry or CHM 100 plus intermediate algebra; recommended: CHM 151L. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: (MAT 102X or higher or Math Placement Test Results (ACT 17+; Accuplacer 40+; PLACE 43+; SATI 420+)) or International Exchange Student Group SAS
CHM 151L GENERAL CHEMISTRY I LAB (1)
Introduces important lab practices, stoichiometry, and the analysis of chemical unknowns. 2 hrs. lab including lecture time when appropriate. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHM 130 or CHM 151 LAB
CHM 151R GENERAL CHEMISTRY I RECITATION (1)
Optional recitation section covering problem-solving techniques in general chemistry. Pass-fail only. Corequisite: CHM 151
CHM 152 GENERAL CHEMISTRY II (3)
Continuation of CHM 151. Recommended: CHM 152L. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: CHM 151 SAS
CHM 152H GENERAL CHEMISTRY II (3)
Continuation of CHM 151. Recommended: CHM 152L. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: Honors Student Group SAS
CHM 152L GENERAL CHEMISTRY II LAB (1)
Lab introduction to analytical chemistry, thermochemistry, pH and buffers, chemical kinetics, and spectrophotometry. 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: CHM 151L and (CHM 130 or CHM 151) and Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHM 152 LAB
CHM 152R GENERAL CHEMISTRY II RECITATION (1)
Optional recitation section covering problem-solving techniques in general chemistry. Pass-fail only. Corequisite: CHM 152 or CHM 152H
CHM 199 SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3)
Foundations of intellectual inquiry. In-depth study of a substantive problem. Letter grade only. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units.
CHM 230 FUNDAMENTAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (3)
Introduces the chemistry of aliphatic, aromatic, and bio-organic compounds. For students needing only one semester of organic chemistry. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: CHM 130 or (CHM 151 and CHM 152) SAS
CHM 230L FUNDAMENTAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LAB (1)
Introduces basic principles of experimental organic chemistry. 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: CHM 151L and Corequisite or Prerequisite: CHM 230 LAB
CHM 230R FUNDAMENTAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY RECITATION (1)
Optional recitation section covering problem-solving techniques in organic chemistry. Pass-fail only. Corequisite: CHM 230
CHM 235 GENERAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I (4)
Rigorous introduction to the study of carbon-containing compounds; with an emphasis on structure determination, synthesis, and reaction mechanisms. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: CHM 152 or CHM 152H
CHM 235L GENERAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I LAB (1)
Introduces chemical synthesis and structure determination. 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: CHM 152L and Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHM 235
CHM 235R GENERAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I RECITATION (1)
Optional recitation section covering problem-solving techniques in organic chemistry. Corequisite: CHM 235
CHM 238 GENERAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II (3)
Continuation of CHM 235. Prerequisite: CHM 235
CHM 238L GENERAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II LAB (2)
Advanced work in chemical synthesis, use of the chemical literature, and the elucidation of product structures by spectroscopic methods. 6 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: CHM 235 and CHM 235L and Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHM 238
CHM 238R GENERAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II RECITATION (1)
Optional recitation section covering problem-solving techniques in organic chemistry. Pass-fail only. Corequisite: CHM 238
CHM 295 LAB SAFETY AND SUPERVISION (1-2)
Introduces lab safety, use and disposal of hazardous chemicals, emergency procedures, and lab supervision. Letter grade only. May be repeated for a maximum of 2 units. Corequisite: CHM 151 and CHM 151L
CHM 299 SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3)
In-depth study of an aspect, concept, or problem. Letter grade only. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units.
CHM 300W SCIENTIFIC WRITING (3)
Introduces the genres of scientific writing, emphasizing writing skills used in scientific research. This course fulfills NAU's junior-level writing requirement. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: Admission to Chemistry plan and Junior Status or higher and CHM 238 JWRT
CHM 320 ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY (3)
Principles and practices of chemical analysis with an emphasis on stoichiometry and equilibrium calculations. Recommended: CHM 320L. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: CHM 152 or CHM 152H or CHM 230
CHM 320L ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY LAB (1)
Emphasizes rigorous experimental measurement, instrumental methods in chemical analysis, and data evaluation in the context of typical analytical applications. 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: (CHM 152L or CHM 230L) and Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHM 320
CHM 341 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY I (3)
Introduces fundamental principles of physical chemistry, with an emphasis on thermodynamics and kinetics. Letter grrade only. Prerequisite: MAT 137 and PHY 262 and Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHM 235
CHM 342 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY II (3)
Introduces quantum and statistical mechanics, group theory, and spectroscopy. Prerequisite: CHM 341 and Prerequisite or Corequisite: MAT 238
CHM 342L PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY LAB (2)
Individual projects in the areas of kinetics, molecular spectroscopy, thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics. 6 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: CHM 320L and Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHM 342
CHM 350 INORGANIC CHEMISTRY I (3)
Systematic presentation of properties and reactions of representative elements of the periodic table with application of chemical principles. Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHM 235
CHM 360 FUNDAMENTAL BIOCHEMISTRY (3)
Principles of biochemistry emphasizing biologically important compounds and their functions and metabolism in living cells. Prerequisite: CHM 230 or CHM 235
CHM 360L FUNDAMENTAL BIOCHEMISTRY LAB (1)
Introduces modern qualitative and quantitative biochemical techniques. 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: (CHM 230L or CHM 235L) and Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHM 360
CHM 389 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION (1-12)
Individualized preplanned cooperative employment experience related to your field of study or career objectives. Fee required. Pass-fail only. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 units.
CHM 399 SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3)
In-depth study of an aspect, concept, or problem within a program of study. Letter grade only. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units.
CHM 408 FIELDWORK EXPERIENCE (1-12)
Supervised field experience in an appropriate agency or organization. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 units. Pass-fail only. Course fee required.
CHM 408C FIELDWORK EXPERIENCE (1-12)
Supervised field experience in an appropriate agency or organization. Pass-fail only. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 units. CAP
CHM 410 COMPUTATIONAL CHEMISTRY (3)
Introduces molecular modeling using molecular mechanics, semiempirical, ab initio, and density functional techniques to solve modern chemical problems. Prerequisite: CHM 238 and Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHM 342
CHM 420 ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY (3)
Analytical chemistry techniques and data analysis as applied to various chemical samples. Prerequisite: CHM 320
CHM 420L ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY LAB (2)
Introduces flame and electrothermal atomic spectroscopy, gas liquid chromatography, high performance liquid chromatography, selective ion electrodes, and wet chemical and autoanalysis procedures. 6 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: CHM 320L and Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHM 420
CHM 425 INSTRUMENTAL ANALYSIS (3)
Spectroscopic, electrochemical, and separation science instrumental techniques and applications. Prerequisite: CHM 320 and CHM 341
CHM 425L INSTRUMENTAL ANALYSIS LAB (2)
Principles of spectroscopic, electrochemical, and separation science instrumentation. 6 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: CHM 320L and Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHM 425
CHM 440 ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY (3)
Rigorous introduction to the chemistry of natural systems, including redox properties and complex equilibria, element cycling, and atmospheric chemistry. Cross-listed with ENV 430. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: CHM 152 or CHM 152H
CHM 450 INORGANIC CHEMISTRY II (3)
Continuation of CHM 350 with emphasis on chemistry of transition metals and application of physical chemical theory and methods. Prerequisite: CHM 350 and Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHM 341
CHM 450L INORGANIC CHEMISTRY LAB (1)
Individual experiments in inorganic microscale techniques, spectroscopy, main group and transition metal element chemistry, and organometallic and bio-inorganic chemistry. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequiste: CHM 320L and Prerequisite or Corequisite: CHM 450
CHM 460L BIOCHEMISTRY LAB (1-2)
Surveys modern quantitative and qualitative biochemical techniques. 3 hrs. lab. Letter grade only. Course fee required. Prerequisite: CHM 235L or CHM 238L
CHM 461 BIOCHEMISTRY I (3)
Chemistry of biological substances and the production and use of energy in biochemical systems. Prerequisite: CHM 238
CHM 462 BIOCHEMISTRY II (3)
Continuation of CHM 461. Spring. Letter grade only. Prerequisite: CHM 461
CHM 485 UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH (1-6)
Individualized original research under the supervision of a research adviser. Pass-fail only. May be repeated for up to 12 units of credit.
CHM 485C UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH (1-6)
Original research under the supervision of a research adviser. Pass-fail only. May be repeated for up to 12 units of credit. Department consent required. CAP
CHM 497 INDEPENDENT STUDY (1-6)
Individualized approach to select topics by guided reading and critical evaluation. Pass-fail only. No repeat limit.
CHM 497C INDEPENDENT STUDY (1-6)
Individualized approach to selected topics by guided reading and critical evaluation. Letter grade or pass-fail. No repeat limit. Department consent required. CAP
CHM 498C SENIOR SEMINAR (1)
Integrates theory and practice, with emphasis on historical, contemporary, and future issues. Letter grade only. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units. CAP
CHM 499 CONTEMPORARY DEVELOPMENTS (1-3)
Examines recent trends and investigations in a selected area. Letter grade only. No repeat limit.