Kettering University

Prerequisite: None Corequisite: CHEM-136
Minimum Class Standing: FRI
An introduction to fundamental concepts and applications of chemistry, including the Periodic Table and chemical nomenclature, reactions and reaction stoichiometry, atomic structure, chemical bonding and chemical equilibrium. Applied topics include batteries, fuel cells and corrosion, and a description of the chemistry and uses of metals and nonmetals. Includes three hours of lecture per week. Terms Offered: Summer, Fall

Prerequisite: None Corequisite: CHEM-135
Minimum Class Standing: FRI
The laboratory introduces and/or illustrates chemical concepts and principles, and teaches the skills of data collection and evaluation. The SI system is emphasized. Terms Offered: Summer, Fall

Prerequisite: None Corequisite: CHEM-138
Minimum Class Standing: FRI
An introduction to fundamental concepts of chemistry, including the Periodic Table, chemical nomenclature, reactions and reaction stoichiometry, atomic structure and chemical bonding. Includes three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation per week. The course is open to all science majors, and is required for all Chemistry majors. Non-science majors require permission of Chemistry Discipline Chair. Terms Offered: Summer, Fall

Prerequisite: NA
Minimum Class Standing: FRI
An introduction to fundamental concepts of chemistry including the Periodic Table, chemical nomenclature, reactions and reaction stoichiometry, atomic structure and chemical bonding. This course is identical to CHEM-137 except for its additional one-hour laboratory component. This course is required for all chemistry and biochemistry majors. Terms Offered: Summer, Fall

Prerequisite: None Corequisite: CHEM-146
Minimum Class Standing: FRII
An introduction to the important organic chemical reactions used for the industrial synthesis of fuels, lubricants, solvents, fine chemicals and polymeric materials. The relationship between structure and the chemical, physical, and spectroscopic properties of organic materials will be emphasized. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisite: None Corequisite: CHEM-145
Minimum Class Standing: FRII
A laboratory course to accompany and reinforce the theoretical concepts of organic chemistry covered in CHEM-145. The course will cover safety aspects of organic chemistry, the reactions of organic functional groups and identification of organic chemicals and polymers using chromatography, thermal analysis and infrared spectroscopy techniques. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisite: None
Minimum Class Standing: FRI
An introduction to environmental and safety policy and regulations emphasizing their effects on business and industrial management. Course material includes natural resource, air, water, hazardous materials, waste management and disposal, remediation, haz mat transportation, and safety regulations of the United States; the impact of international issues on U.S. environmental and safety policy and on U.S. business practices; and related current international issues. This course can be used to partially fulfill the requirements for Kettering University's professional certification program under OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) regulations. Terms Offered: Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: CHEM-135 or CHEM-137, CHEM-145 or
CHEM-345 Minimum Class Standing: SOI
Wet chemical techniques and modern instrumental methods are used to characterize materials. Theory, applications and limitations of characterization techniques will be covered. Laboratory investigation will be emphasized. Topics include differential thermal analysis, atomic absorption, infrared absorption/reflectance, flame and emission spectroscopy, x-ray, mass spectrometry, electrical methods, nuclear magnetic resonance, scanning electron microscopy, gas and gel permeation chromatography, electron spectroscopy, automated analysis, and statistical analysis. Terms Offered: As Needed

Prerequisites: CHEM-135 or CHEM-137
Minimum Class Standing: SOI
An introduction to the fundamental principles of Polymer Science. Topics include the relationship between polymer structure and engineering properties with discussions of the most widely used polymeric materials and processes in terms of their relative costs, design parameters, and application - thermal, mechanical, and rheological testing is discussed as well as the environmental impact of polymeric materials. Each lecture is augmented by displays of fabricated parts which illustrate general plastic selection principles. Each student makes an oral and written presentation which illustrates the application of polymer science to a specific material, design, and/or process. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisites: CHEM-145/146 or CHEM-345/346
Minimum Class Standing: SOI
This course is an introduction to adhesives and sealants as they are currently used in today's industry. The design of the course is to highlight the various factors which influence the proper selection of adhesives for specific applications. The scientific principles underscoring these factors will be examined. Various test methods, curing mechanisms, delivery systems, and surface preparation methods will be reviewed. Various specific adhesives including acrylics, cyanoacrylates, anaerobics, urethanes, silicones and hot melts will be examined in detail. The laboratory is designed to give students "hands-on" experience working with adhesives. Students will design tests to judge the applicability of specific adhesives to specific problems. Several surface preparation methods, curing systems, and substrates will be explored. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisites: CHEM-135 or CHEM-137 and CHEM-145 or
CHEM-345 Minimum Class Standing: SOI
This course is practical rather than theoretical in its coverage. All modern types of paint formulations are thoroughly described, including their advantages and disadvantages. The function of the coating components is discussed and the relationship between structure and physical properties is explained. Application methods are explained in depth, including safety, economic, and ecological considerations. Chemical film cure reactions are studied in conjunction with specific energy requirements for various modes of curing. Future coating trends are discussed. Defects and testing of coatings receive substantial coverage. Terms Offered: As Needed

Prerequisites: CHEM-135 or CHEM-137
Corequisite: CHEM-238 Minimum Class Standing: FRII
General Chemistry II is a continuation of CHEM-137, General Chemistry I. Topics covered include: properties of gases, thermochemistry, chemical thermodynamics, ideal and non-ideal solutions, chemical equilibrium, chemical kinetics, nuclear chemistry, and electrochemistry. Includes three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation per week. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisite: CHEM-135 or CHEM-137
Corequisite: CHEM-237 Minimum Class Standing: FRII
This laboratory course, taken concurrently with CHEM-237, is designed to continue exploring the experimental principles of chemistry not covered in CHEM136 or CHEM138. Topics covered include empirical formulas of hydrates, gas laws, heats of reactions, freezing point depression, iodine clock, acid dissociation constant determination, buffers, solubility product constant determination, electrolysis of water, and the determination of thermodynamic properties. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisite: CHEM-135 or CHEM-137 or CHEM-137X
Minimum Class Standing: FRII
This course will apply the knowledge gained in CHEM-135, Principles of Chemistry, to real world situations. In addition, topics not covered in CHEM-135 will be introduced along with their applications. New topics include: forms of energy, fuels, nuclear chemistry, corrosion, surfaces, polymers and plastics, ceramics and composites. Fuel cells and their basic chemistry are an important component of this class Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisite: CHEM-135 or CHEM-137
Minimum Class Standing: SOI
This course examines the dynamics of the biosphere through the study of ecosystems. Emphasis is placed on the relationships between organisms and their environment and on managing human, water, air, soil, and industrial resources. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisites: CHEM-135 or CHEM-137, CHEM-145 or
CHEM-345 Minimum Class Standing: SOI
The study of the principles and methods of handling hazardous materials in the workplace. Coverage includes: the nature and scope of chemical hazards in the workplace, an overview of regulations of hazardous materials and worker safety, occupational diseases, fundamentals of industrial hygiene, basic concepts of toxicology, transportation of hazardous chemicals, risk assessment, toxic release and dispersion models, process safety management, and emergency planning. Terms Offered: As Needed

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Prerequisites: CHEM-237/238
Corequisite: CHEM-338 Minimum Class Standing: SOI
This course will apply the knowledge gained in CHEM-237/238, General Chemistry II, to the chemical and physical properties of fuel cells. In addition, it will emphasize topics such as electrolysis, photochemistry as related to photocells, membrane chemistry, gaseous diffusion, and surface science, all of which are important in understanding properties of hydrogen generation and storage, and the chemistry of fuel cells. Terms offered: Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: CHEM-237/238
Corequisite: CHEM-337 Minimum Class Standing: SOI
This laboratory course will cover topics such as electrolysis, photochemistry as related to photocells, electrode surface chemistry, membrane chemistry, diffusion, and fuel reformation, all of which are important in understanding chemistry of fuel cells. Terms offered: Summer, Fall

Prerequisite: CHEM-237
Minimum Class Standing: SOI
A thorough coverage of the chemistry of hydrocarbons: valence theory, stereochemistry, structure, addition polymerization, reaction mechanisms and spectroscopy. Appropriate for science majors and environmental Chemistry minors. Terms Offered: Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: CHEM-237/238 Corequisite: CHEM-345
Minimum Class Standing: SOII
This laboratory develops the basic skills needed for the separation, identification and synthesis of organic compounds. Instrumental techniques introduced will include FTIR, NMR, UV-VIS, GC and GC/MS. One 4-hour laboratory per week. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisite: CHEM-345
Minimum Class Standing: SOII
A continuation of Organic Chemistry I, with an emphasis on the chemistry of the organic functional groups, and the synthesis of polyfunctional molecules. Appropriate for science majors. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisites: CHEM-345/346 Corequisite: CHEM-347
Minimum Class Standing: SOII
A continuation of CHEM-346, with an emphasis on the advanced techniques used to synthesize multifunctional organic compounds. Instrumental methods will be intensively utilized to characterize complex chemical structures. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisites: CHEM-345/346 Corequisite: CHEM-352
Minimum Class Standing: SOI
This course will focus on the basic principles of biochemistry. Coverage includes a thorough description of the biochemical framework - amino acids, proteins, enzymes, lipids, membranes, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, DNA, and RNA. In addition, the energetics and metabolism of a number of biological processes will be introduced. Includes three hours of lecture and one hour of recitation per week. Terms Offered: Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: CHEM-345/346 Corequisite: CHEM-351
Minimum Class Standing: SOI
An introduction to biochemistry laboratory procedures for the separation and analysis of biologically important molecules. This course also covers techniques and methodologies important in the biotechnology field. Terms Offered: Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: CHEM-237, MATH-203, PHYS 224/225
Corequisite: CHEM-362 Minimum Class Standing: JRI
A first course in physical chemistry, covering the topics of chemical thermodynamics, gas laws, solutions, transport properties, phases and phase diagrams, electrochemistry, colligative properties and the physical chemistry of macromolecules. Terms Offered: Summer, Fall

Prerequisite: None Corequisite: CHEM-361
Minimum Class Standing: JRI
This laboratory will illustrate principles covered in the CHEM-361 lecture and introduce the student to methods used in determining physical relationships in nature. Topics include equilibrium, phase diagrams, solutions, thermodynamics, gases, transport properties and error analysis. Terms Offered: Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: CHEM-237, CHEM-361, MATH-203, PHYS-224/225

Prerequisite: None Corequisite: CHEM-363
Minimum Class Standing: JRII
This laboratory will illustrate principles covered in the CHEM-363 lecture and introduce the student to methods used in determining physical relationships in nature. Topics include kinetics, quantum mechanics, solids, surface chemistry, electrochemistry, photochemistry, and spectroscopic techniques. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisites: CHEM-135 or CHEM-137, CHEM-145 or CHEM-345

Prerequisites: CHEM-135 or CHEM 137, CHEM 145 or CHEM-345

Prerequisites: CHEM-237/238, CHEM-345/346
Corequisite: CHEM-374 Minimum Class Standing: JRII
This course covers classical and instrumental methods used for the analysis of environmental samples. Other topics included in the course are quality control/assurance in the environmental chemistry laboratory. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisites: CHEM-237/238, CHEM-345/346
Corequisite: CHEM-373 Minimum Class Standing: JRII
A laboratory for CHEM-373, Analytical Chemistry. This laboratory is designed to reinforce concepts covered in the classroom and deals principally with various methods of classical and instrumental analysis of environmental samples. Required for Environmental Chemistry Majors. Available to other majors who have demonstrated exceptional ability in chemistry as a replacement for CHEM-372, Environmental Chemistry I Lab, with the approval of the Chemistry Discipline Chair. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

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Prerequisite: CHEM-361 or permission of the instructor
Corequisite: CHEM-438 Minimum Class Standing: SRI
This course includes an in-depth coverage of the fundamentals of inorganic and bioinorganic chemistry, including structure and bonding of inorganic compounds, as well as their chemical periodicity and reactions. The descriptive chemistry of metals, non-metals and coordination compounds will also be discussed. Terms Offered: Summer, Fall

Prerequisite: CHEM-361 or permission of the instructor
Corequisite: CHEM-437 Minimum Class Standing: SRI
This laboratory component is an introduction to the techniques used in the synthesis and characterization of metal complexes and organometallic compounds, including bioinorganic compounds. This course is open to all science majors and is required for chemistry majors. One three hour laboratory per week. Terms Offered: Summer, Fall

Prerequisites: CHEM-351/352, Corequisite: CHEM-452
Minimum Class Standing: SRII
This course serves as a comprehensive advanced Biochemistry lecture course. It will cover topics related to the biochemistry of the human body, including the breakdown and synthesis of glucose, fatty acids, amino acids, and nucleotides. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisite: CHEM-352, Corequisite: CHEM-451
Minimum Class Standing: SRII
This course serves as a comprehensive advanced Biochemistry laboratory. It will cover topics related to the isolation and manipulation of DNA and proteins. Including techniques such as PCR, Western blotting, mutagenesis, DNA Fingerprinting, and molecular modeling. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisites: CHEM-361 or CHEM-237/MECH-320 or
CHEM-237/PHYS-452 or permission of instructor Corequisite: CHEM-462 Minimum Class Standing: JR
This course is an introduction to Colloid and Surface Chemisty and will cover colloids, micelles, self-assembled monolayers, thin films, foams, polymers, ceramics, gels, emulsions and sols. The physical properties and methods of studying colloids will also be addressed. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisites: CHEM-361 or CHEM-237/MECH-320 or
CHEM-237/PHYS-452 Corequisite: CHEM-461 Minimum Class Standing: JR
This laboratory course investigates the preparation, properties and characterization of colloids and colloidal systems. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisites: CHEM-351/352, CHEM-363/364, CHEM-373/374
Minimum Class Standing: SRI
A senior level capstone course with an emphasis on organic and biological compounds of environmental significance. Topics will include the industrial synthesis and use of organic materials, methods used to control and treat waste by-products, and the chemical fate of these materials in the environment. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisites: CHEM-363/364 Corequisite: CHEM-475
Minimum Class Standing: SRI
This capstone laboratory will focus on the synthesis, characterization and waste treatment of industrially significant organic chemicals. EPA, OSHA and ASTM instrumental methods for analysis of organic compounds in the atmosphere, groundwater and soil will be emphasized. Two 3-hour laboratories per week. Terms Offered: Winter, Spring

Prerequisites: CHEM-347, CHEM-348
Corequisite: CHEM-478 Minimum Class Standing: SR
This course serves as senior level chemistry elective. It will cover topics including the principles of structure/ reactivity, reaction mechanisms, kinetic and thermodynamic control of reactions, radical and photochemistry, organometallic chemistry and total organic synthesis. Terms offered: As Needed

Prerequisites: CHEM-347, CHEM-348
Corequisite: CHEM-477 Minimum Class Standing: SR
This course serves as senior level chemistry elective. The laboratory develops the skills needed to perform variety of organic reactions including photochemistry and organometallic chemistry. It also allows the student to use the knowledge developed to design and carry out a total synthesis for a target compound. Student will employ the separation, purification and identification techniques learned in CHEM-348 to perform the labs. One 4-hour laboratory per week. Terms offered: As needed

Students give oral presentations reviewing current research from the literature or their own research results. Talks by faculty or invited guests may also be scheduled. Offered each Fall term.

Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor
Minimum Class Standing: JRII
This is the first of two required consecutive courses to introduce the student to the techniques for literature search and document retrieval, in preparation for a senior research project. Students will learn to use library hardbound and electronic reference materials and initiate a research project, under the direction of a chemistry faculty member. Each student will prepare and present a seminar based on a literature search. Terms Offered: All

Prerequisite: CHEM-494
Minimum Class Standing: SRI
Seniors will conclude a senior research project with a faculty member, and prepare and present a seminar dealing with progress achieved during the research period. Guest seminar lectures by visiting faculty, industry or government scientists will also be scheduled. This course may be repeated twice for a total of six credits. Terms Offered: All

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Prerequisite: Permission of advising faculty and Chemistry

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