Chemistry Requirements
Communicating Plus: Chemistry. Students completing
a major in Chemistry develop skills in the four Communicating Plus
areas — written communication, oral communication, critical thinking
and problem solving — in required and elective coursework in
the discipline. Numerical, graphical, visual, oral, and written modes
of communication are integral to Chemistry courses and to the discipline.
Computers are used throughout the Chemistry curriculum as tools for
communication and for the analysis and interpretation of data. Laboratory
reports in the 100 level courses are a combination of observations,
calculations, and explanations. As data analysis and problem solving
skills are developed in the 200 level courses, detailed documentation
and oral and written reporting of laboratory work improve the student’s
scientific communication skills. In the 300 and 400 level and capstone
courses, students are engaged in both individual and team-oriented
research projects and complete and report on a required senior research
thesis. These culminating experiences allow students to further develop
and demonstrate their mastery of disciplinary content and of the Communicating
Plus skills.
Requirements for a major in chemistry: Chemistry
111, 112, 211, 214, 321, 333, 334, 342, four semesters of 501, two
semesters of physics (151-152), plus two semesters of calculus
(133 or 141 and 142) or a higher calculus course. Chemistry 111, 112,
211, and 214 constitute an introductory core and should be taken in
sequence. Majors must complete a research project which culminates
in a substantial written thesis. Except in unusual circumstances, an
experimental project is required. This thesis project can be initiated
after the student’s exposure to the introductory core, but must
be essentially complete at the end of the fall semester of the senior
year. A directed summer research project, either at Ripon, on another
campus, or in an industrial laboratory, also could provide the basis
for an acceptable thesis. It is expected that the project will be the
equivalent of a minimum of four semester hours of credit. Students
planning to pursue graduate work should select advanced courses and
independent study based on their post-graduation interests and should also consider seriously the potential value of linear algebra, differential
equations, and advanced calculus. Students should discuss the possibilities
with members of the department before registration. Laboratory periods
for Chemistry 100 are two hours. Laboratory periods for Chemistry
111, 112 and one of the two weekly laboratories in Chemistry 211 are
three hours. All other laboratories are four hours, unless otherwise
noted.
Requirements for a minor in chemistry: Chemistry
111, 112, 211, 214, and one course from Chemistry 321, 333, 334, 414,
or 422.
Requirements for a teaching major in chemistry: 111,
112, 211, 214, 321, 333, 334, 342, 401, 501 (two credits); Physics
151 and 152; Mathematics 141-142; and Environmental Studies 120.
Requirements for a teaching minor in chemistry: Chemistry
111, 112, 211, 214, and 401; either 321, 333, or 334; and Mathematics
141-142.
Courses
100. Global Chemistry (Staff)
Four credits. A course which explores the chemistry behind
global environmental issues on a need-to-know basis. Air pollution,
ozone depletion, global warming, acid rain, water pollution, energy,
and nuclear energy issues are addressed from chemical and political
points of view. Examples of laboratory experiments include identifying
drugs, exploring the effects of acid rain, silver-plating glass
and the synthesis of wintergreen. The course is intended for
non-science majors with little or no background in chemistry.
111. Organic Chemistry I (Iimura)
Five credits. Structure, nomenclature, and reactions of
the principal functional classes of carbon compounds. Laboratory
experiments emphasize methods of purification, preparation, and identification
of pure organic compounds. Prerequisite: High school chemistry
or consent of the instructors.
112. Structure and Reactivity (Katahira)
Five credits. An introduction to the basic principles of
chemistry. The structural relationship between the atom and the macroscopic
properties of matter is studied through topics such as kinetic molecular
theory, gases, quantum theory, molecular orbital theory, intermolecular
forces, and the solid state. Chemical reactivity is introduced through
the study of stoichiometry, kinetics, chemical equilibrium, thermodynamics,
and electrochemistry. The laboratory includes studies in stoichiometry,
qualitative analysis, gas laws, electrochemistry, acid-base equilibrium,
kinetics, inorganic syntheses, and other topics. Prerequisite:
Chemistry 111 or high school chemistry and consent of the instructor.
201. Departmental Seminar (Iimura)
One credit. Offered both semesters. Selected topics presented
by students, faculty, or visiting lecturers, followed by discussion. This
course option is open to first- and second- year students. Grading
is S-U.
211. Analytical Chemistry: Equilibrium and Quantitative
Analysis (Byron)
Five credits. An introduction to analytical chemistry with
special emphasis on equilibrium-based methods for quantitative determinations.
Acid-base, complexation, precipitation, and oxidation-reduction equilibria
are studied in the classroom. Spectroscopic, electrochemical, and
chromatographic methods of instrumental analysis are introduced
in the laboratory. Other laboratory work stresses the development
of quantitative techniques, laboratory notebook protocol, the statistical
evaluation of data, and the carrying out of a group-designed analytical
research project. Prerequisite: Chemistry 112.
214. Organic Chemistry II (Iimura)
Five credits. Organic synthesis and stereochemistry with
emphasis on mechanism and on compounds containing more than one functional
group, including carbohydrates, amino acids, and peptides. Laboratory
includes qualitative organic analysis. Prerequisite: Chemistry
111 and 112 or consent of the instructor.
321. Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry (Iimura)
Four credits. The descriptive chemistry of the elements
studied with respect to periodic trends. Atomic structure, ionic
and covalent bonding, molecular structure, the solid state, solutions,
coordination complexes, organometallic chemistry, experimental
methods, conductivity, and superconductivity in inorganic solids
are topics typically studied. In addition, the origin, discovery,
isolation, and chemistry of selected elements are examined. No laboratory.
Prerequisite: Chemistry 214.
332. Glassworking (Katahira)
Two or three credits. Instruction and practice in the elementary
operations of glassblowing and their application to the construction
of scientific apparatus and art objects. An introduction to glassworking
in art and science is included. Studio emphasis may be in
scientific apparatus or art or a combination. Lectures,
demonstrations, field trips and studio. See Art 332. Does not fulfill the First
Year Explorations Requirement in the Natural Sciences. Prerequisite: Consent of
the instructor.
333. Physical Chemistry: Quantum Mechanics, Spectroscopy, and
Statistical Thermodynamics (Katahira)
Five credits. An introduction to quantum mechanics with
applications in spectroscopy. Bonding theory, atomic and molecular
structure determinations, and quantum chemistry calculations are
included. Laboratories are in the area of chemical quantum calculations,
spectroscopy, and structure determination. Prerequisites: Math
141-142 and Physics 151-152 or consent of the instructor.
334. Physical Chemistry: Chemical Thermodynamics and Kinetics (Byron)
Five credits. The study of chemical thermodynamics and its
applications to chemistry and biochemistry. Kinetics of reactions,
reaction mechanisms, and reaction rate theory also are covered. Laboratories
illustrate and test established principles and provide basic experience
with measurements yielding quantitative results. Prerequisites:
Math 141-142 and Physics 151-152 or consent of the instructor.
342. Advanced Laboratory (Staff)
Four credits. A study of the preparation, isolation, and
characterization of compounds. Where possible, the emphasis is on
the techniques involved and the range of their applicability to either
inorganic or organic systems. The quantitative aspects of separation
and characterization will be emphasized. Includes discussions
of the chemical literature and the effective written and oral communication
of experimental results. Two laboratories and two discussions per
week. Prerequisites: Chemistry 214 and 333 or 334 or consent
of the instructor.
352. Environmental Chemistry (Katahira)
Three credits. Offered upon sufficient demand. A study of
the interaction between chemical species and the environment. The
course is built upon chemical principles introduced in previous courses
and integrates these principles within the context relevant to environmental
concerns. Topics include water pollution and treatment, atmospheric
chemistry and pollution, geochemistry, soil chemistry, industrial
impact on the environment, hazardous waste, and toxicological chemistry.
No laboratory. Required field trips. Prerequisites: Chemistry
111, 211 and 214.
401. The Teaching of Chemistry (Staff)
Two credits. Offered on demand. Methods of the teaching
of chemistry in secondary schools. The development of the chemistry
curriculum, lectures, problem assignments, evaluation instruments,
demonstrations, laboratories, and laboratory safety will be
covered. Required for teaching certification in chemistry. Does
not count for the major.
413. Advanced Organic Chemistry (Iimura)
Three credits. Advanced topics in organic chemistry with
special emphasis on mechanism and theory, including polymers and
other commercially important organic compounds. No laboratory. Prerequisites:
Chemistry 214 and 333 or 334 or consent of the instructor.
414. Chemical Instrumentation (Byron)
Four credits. Designed to promote an understanding of instruments
used for chemical and biochemical characterization. Atomic and molecular
spectrophotometry, fluorometry, laser spectroscopy, mass spectrometry,
nuclear magnetic resonance, electrochemistry and chromatography are
studied in detail. Flexible laboratory exercises explore instrument
optimization and chemical characteristics that influence instrumental
design. Prerequisite: Chemistry 211.
415. Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (Katahira)
Three credits. Advanced topics in inorganic chemistry selected
with reference to student backgrounds and interests. Topics include
introduction to symmetry and group theory; the structure, stability,
and electronic spectra of classical transition metal complexes; descriptive
applications of molecular orbital theory; conductivity and superconductivity
in solids; the metal-metal bond in transition metal clusters and
multiple metal bonds; key reactions of organometallic compounds;
experimental methods. No laboratory. Prerequisites: Chemistry 321
and 333 or 334 or consent of the instructor.
422. Biochemistry (Byron)
Four credits. An introduction to biochemistry with an emphasis on the
structures and properties of molecules found in living cells and on
the energetics and dynamics of biochemical reactions. No laboratory.
Prerequisite: Chemistry 214 or consent of the instructor.
501. Departmental Seminar (Iimura)
One credit. Offered both semesters. Selected topics presented by students,
faculty, or visiting lecturers, followed by discussion. This course
is required of junior and senior chemistry majors. Grading is S-U.
521, 522. Departmental Studies (Staff)
One to five credits. Individual preparation in special phases of chemistry
not covered in regular courses, with regular discussion periods.
Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor.
541, 542. Independent Study (Staff
)
One to five credits each semester. Supervised investigation of special
problems in chemistry either as a laboratory or library research
problem. A paper summarizing the semester’s work is required.
Prerequisites: Consent of the instructor.
Chemistry-Biology Requirements
The chemistry-biology major is an interdisciplinary program designed
for students interested in the health sciences, molecular and cell
biology, environmental disciplines such as toxicology, and any
other field in which a good preparation in both chemistry and biology
is needed. All chemistry-biology majors must take a basic core of courses
in science and math. Beyond this basic core, they must elect a course
of study that emphasizes either a molecular-biochemical or an environmental
concentration.
Students who elect the chemistry-biology major
may not elect a major or minor in either chemistry or biology.
Core
requirements for a major in chemistry-biology: Biology 121, Chemistry 111,
112 and 211, Physics 151-152, Math 133 or 141 or higher level calculus,
and Biology 510 or two semesters of Chemistry 501. A senior thesis
is required. For students electing to take Biology 510, Mathematics
120 (Statistics) or Psychology 211 (Research Design and Statistics)
is a prerequisite.
Molecular-biochemical emphasis: Biology 219 (Genetics)
and three courses in Biology selected from the following: 211 (Human
Anatomy and Physiology I), 216 (Vertebrate Biology), 226 (Plant Anatomy
and Physiology), 312 (Human Anatomy and Physiology II), 314 (Microbiology),
327 (Cell Physiology) and 328 (Molecular Biology). Two of the following
courses: Chemistry 214 (Organic Chemistry II), 321 (Descriptive Inorganic
Chemistry), and 333 or 334 (Physical Chemistry).
Students who plan
to attend graduate school in biochemistry are advised to take both
Chemistry 333 and 334 (Physical Chemistry) and Chemistry 422 (Biochemistry).
Environmental emphasis: Environmental Studies 120, Biology 247 (General
Ecology) and two additional courses in Biology including one of
the following: 314 (Microbiology), 337 (Aquatic Ecology), 338 (Terrestrial
Ecology) and 450 (Intensive Field Studies). Two of the following
courses: Chemistry 214 (Organic Chemistry II), 321 (Descriptive Inorganic
Chemistry) and 333 or 334 (Physical Chemistry).
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