Chemistry
Feza Ozturk, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Chemistry;
fozturk@mckendree.edu; (618) 537-6935; Voigt Science Hall 218
Myron C. Reese, Ph.D., Professor of Chemistry;
mreese@mckendree.edu; (618) 537-6814; Voigt Science Hall 207
Within the Division of Science and Mathematics, we seek to provide a broad-based education that prepares graduates to be scientifically and mathematically literate, socially responsible, and professionally successful.
The major program goal in chemistry is to make students competent in the following areas.
• -Content: Graduates should have a mastery of the core concepts of chemistry and be able to integrate them across the major areas of chemistry.
• -Practice: Graduates should comprehend the process of scientific inquiry and have the skills and ability to undertake and conduct original research in chemistry.
• -Communication: Graduates should be able to conduct searches of the chemical literature and to communicate their work to the larger chemical community. They should also be able to communicate the value of chemistry and its applications to the citizenry in general.
• -Professional and social awareness: Graduates maintain professional awareness by engaging in activities such as attendance at professional meetings and participation in workshops designed to keep them current in the discipline and social awareness by promoting appreciation of the role of chemistry in our society and economy.
Majors in chemistry complete a curriculum designed to prepare them for employment in laboratory work upon graduation or for graduate school. Prior to graduation, qualified students have an opportunity for internships with local companies and/or for summer research fellowships nationwide, earning academic credit while gaining experience in the field of chemistry. Pre-medical students acquire the background in chemistry required for applying to medical school. The same is true for other pre-professional programs such as dentistry, pharmacy, or veterinary science. A course is offered in forensic chemistry for those having an interest in forensic science or criminal justice.
Students majoring in chemistry may elect a minor in biochemistry. (See the description of this minor under Biochemistry.)
The chemistry curriculum also serves the needs of majors in related fields such as biology. Students not majoring in science may complete Chemistry 100 and 102 toward fulfillment of general education requirements.
To major in chemistry, the student must complete the requirements listed below for the bachelor of science degree, maintaining a 2.25 cumulative grade point average for the chemistry, mathematics, and physics components. No course, including support courses, taken to satisfy a major requirement or number of hours requirements may be taken using the Pass/C-/D/Fail grading option.
To minor in chemistry the student must complete CHE 105, 106, 205, 206, and two additional courses: CHE 300 and either CHE 303 or BCH 305. Students majoring in Chemistry may elect a Biochemistry minor. (See the description of this minor under Biochemistry.) The same requirement regarding minimum cumulative grade point average and the Pass/C-/D/Fail grading option which applies to the major applies to the minor.
Students seeking secondary certification to teach chemistry must fulfill all of the requirements for the Science Education Major: Chemistry Emphasis. These requirements are listed in the Courses of Study section of this catalog under Science Education. General education and other professional education requirements must also be met for certification and are listed in the section entitled “Initial Secondary Certificate” in the Courses of Study section of this catalog under Education, Health and Human Performance.
CHEMISTRY MAJOR REQUIREMENTS 42 crs.
CHE 105 COLLEGE CHEMISTRY I (5)
CHE 106 COLLEGE CHEMISTRY II (5)
CHE 205 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I (5)
CHE 206 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II (5)
CHE 305 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY I (5)
CHE 306 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY II (5)
CHE 491 JUNIOR SEMINAR IN CHEMISTRY (W) (2)
CHE 493A SENIOR RESEARCH IN CHEMISTRY A (3)
CHE 493B SENIOR RESEARCH IN CHEMISTRY B (2-4)
Supplementary requirements 24 crs.
LIB 200 FUNDAMENTALS OF INFORMATION LITERACY (1)
MTH 210 ANALYTIC GEOMETRY AND CALCULUS I (4)
MTH 211 ANALYTIC GEOMETRY AND CALCULUS II (4)
MTH 213 VECTOR FUNCTIONS AND MATRICES (4)
MTH 391 MULTIVARIABLE CALCULUS (3)
PHY 211 GENERAL PHYSICS I (4)
PHY 212 GENERAL PHYSICS II (4)
Courses recommended as electives 10 crs.
BCH 305 BIOCHEMISTRY I (3)
BCH 306 BIOCHEMISTRY II (3)
CHE 380-389 SPECIAL TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY (1-3)
Chemistry Major Requirements: Pre-professional track
Students who are interested in pursuing professional studies in fields such as medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, optometry, or veterinary science upon graduation are strongly advised to enroll in the Pre-professional Track program. Students majoring in Chemistry who are enrolled in the pre-professional track program should complete the required courses listed below. Students majoring in Biology should refer to the Pre-Professional Track program of study in Biology section of this catalog.
PRE-PROFESSIONAL TRACK 42 crs.
Major Requirements: Same as Chemistry Major Requirements
PRE-PROFESSIONAL TRACK
Supplementary Requirements: 35 crs.
In addition to Chemistry Supplementary requirements:
BIO 110 PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY I (4)
BIO 111 PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY II (4)
BCH 305 BIOCHEMISTRY I (3)
PRE-PROFESSIONAL TRACK
Recommended Electives: 9-10 crs.
BCH 306 BIOCHEMISTRY II (3)
BCH 380 SPECIAL TOPICS IN BIOCHEMISTRY (2-3)
BIO 410 ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY (4)
CHE 100 CHEMISTRY IN THE MODERN WORLD (3)
A course in the fundamentals of chemistry intended for students in non-science majors. Applicable toward the core curriculum requirement in “Science and Nature.” Meets for three one hour lectures each week. Each semester.
CHE 101 FORENSIC CHEMISTRY (4)
This course deals with methods of detecting and investigating criminal activities through the use of chemistry, and with collection and analysis of data by physical and chemical methods. The course is designed to acquaint law enforcement officers with the crime laboratory. It is not intended to train crime laboratory chemists. Three lectures and one two-hour laboratory each week. Does not satisfy core curriculum laboratory science requirement. As needed.
CHE 102 CHEMISTRY IN THE MODERN WORLD: LABORATORY (1)
Intended for students enrolled in CHE 100 who need laboratory credit to satisfy the core curriculum requirement in “Science and Nature.” Meets for one three hour period per week. Prerequisite: CHE 100 which may be taken concurrently. Annually, Fall.
CHE 105 COLLEGE CHEMISTRY I (5)
Topics covered in this course are: atomic theory and the electronic structure of atoms, molecules and ions; the periodic table, chemical bonding; molecular geometry and molecular orbitals; physical properties in relation to structure; chemical formulas and equations; the ideal gas law and its uses; elementary kinetic theory; solutions (concentration units, principles of solubility); and reactions in aqueous solution (acid-base, precipitation, and redox reactions). Laboratory work is integrated with topics covered in lecture. Four lectures and one three-hour laboratory period per week. Prerequisite: a minimum of one and a half years of high school algebra and one year of a high school laboratory physical science (chemistry or physics). Annually, Fall.
CHE 106 COLLEGE CHEMISTRY II (5)
Topics covered in this course are: thermochemistry, spontaneity and entropy, chemical equilibrium; kinetics; acid-base equilibria; solubility equilibria; liquids and intermolecular forces; phase behavior; and physical properties of solutions. Laboratory work is integrated with topics covered in lecture. Four lectures and one three-hour laboratory period per week. Prerequisite: CHE 105 or equivalent with a grade of C or better. Annually, Spring.
CHE 150 PRINCIPLES OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (4)
This course is concerned with the properties and uses of compounds belonging to the major organic chemical families. The functional group approach is used with an emphasis on those of importance in biochemistry. Four one hour lectures per week. Prerequisites: CHE 105, 106. Annually, Fall. Note: If you are planning to take CHE 151, you should take it concurrently with this course.
CHE 151 PRINCIPLES OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY (1)
In this course students learn routine techniques involved in working with simple organic compounds. They also carry out basic syntheses and investigate the chemistry of functional groups. Designed to complement CHE 150 Principles of Organic Chemistry. Annually, Fall.
CHE 205 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I (5)
This course is a study of the structure and nomenclature, and the physical and chemical properties of the hydrocarbons and their derivatives. Four lectures and one four-hour laboratory period per week. Prerequisites: CHE 105 and 106 or equivalent. Annually, Fall.
CHE 206 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II (5)
This course is a continuation of Chemistry 205 with inclusion of special topics as time permits. IR and NMR methods of analysis are covered. Four lectures and one four-hour laboratory period per week. Prerequisite: CHE 205 with a grade of C or better. Annually, Spring.
CHE 280 SPECIAL TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY (1-3)
As needed.
CHE 299 PRACTICUM IN CHEMISTRY (1-3)
For students at the sophomore level or above who wish to arrange a practicum in a laboratory or other appropriate direct-experience learning situation in chemistry. Prerequisites: 15 hours of related coursework, grade point average consistent with departmental graduation requirements, and permission of the instructor. No more than eight credit hours combined total for this practicum and any internship may be counted as credit toward the major. As needed.
CHE 300 ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY/CHEMICAL ANALYSIS (5)
Classical and instrumental methods are applied to chemical analysis. Classical methods are gravimetric, volumetric, and chromatographic. Instrumental methods are spectroscopic (IR, UV/VIS, and laser methods), chromatographic (HPLC), and electrochemical (conductometry, potentiometry, and polarimetry). Four lectures and one four hour laboratory period per week. Prerequisites: CHE 105 and 106. Alternate years, Spring ‘09.
CHE 303 PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY (4)
This course is designed to give an overview of the fundamental concepts and theories of thermodynamics, equilibrium, kinetics, and quantum mechanics. Four one-hour lectures per week. Prerequisites: CHE 106,106, and MTH 211 or concurrent enrollment. Alternate years, Fall ‘08.
CHE 305 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY I (5)
A course which develops in detail many of the fundamental concepts used in chemistry. Topics include the study of gases, thermodynamics, thermodynamic properties of liquids and solids, the nature of electrolytes, phase equilibria, and chemical equilibria. Four lectures and one four hour laboratory period per week. Prerequisite: CHE 105, 106, MTH 211, MTH 391, PHY 211, 212 or concurrent enrollment. Alternate years, Fall ‘07.
CHE 306 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY II (5)
A continuation of Chemistry 305 discussing theories of chemical bonding and molecular structure, spectroscopy, chemical kinetics, quantum mechanics, and molecular energies. The laboratory component includes laser methods to confirm the predictions of quantum mechanics about chemical bonding and molecular energy levels. Four lectures and one four hour laboratory period per week. Prerequisite: CHE 305, MTH 212 or concurrent enrollment. Alternate years, Spring ‘08.
CHE 380-389 SPECIAL TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY (1-3)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Annually, Spring.
CHE 470 INTERNSHIP IN CHEMISTRY (3-8)
CHE 480 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN CHEMISTRY (1-4)
CHE 491 JUNIOR SEMINAR IN CHEMISTRY (W) (2)
Students develop scientific reasoning and critical thinking skills required for writing, presenting and
editing research papers. They complete a multifaceted research project using an on-line virtual lab to provide them with the experience of developing their own research project proposals. After choosing their thesis topic and completing a full literature review, they present their proposed senior thesis projects
both in written and oral form with justification of their hypothesis. This course meets for one 2-hour presentation/discussion period. Prerequisites: Chemistry major, junior standing, LIB 200 or concurrent enrollment. Annually, Spring.
CHE 493A SENIOR RESEARCH IN CHEMISTRY I (W) (3)
Students design, setup, and carry out laboratory-based research in chemistry on the senior research
projects they proposed in the previous semester under the guidance of a faculty member. They report and present both written and oral weekly progress reports on their experimental projects. Prerequisite: CHE 491. The class meets for one 3-hour period. Annually, Fall.
CHE 493B SENIOR RESEARCH IN CHEMISTRY II (W) (2)
This course is a continuation of CHE 493A so that students have an opportunity to complete their research projects that they have started the previous semester. They write a research paper based on analysis and interpretation of their experimental results under the guidance of a faculty member. Consideration is given to possible submission to a journal in the field. Oral presentations to the campus community may be given as opportunities arise. Class meets for one 2-hour period. Prerequisite: CHE 493A. Annually, Spring.