Chemistry at McKendree

The curriculum prepares the chemistry major to satisfy the entrance requirements for graduate study in chemistry, or for medical or dental study, and to enter government or industrial laboratory occupations as a chemist. 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.

To major or minor 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.

CHEMISTRY MAJOR REQUIREMENTS

Supplementary requirements (23 credit hours)

• MTH 210 Calculus I (4)
• MTH 211 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

• BCH 305 Biochemistry I (3)
• BCH 306 BIOCHEMISTRY II (3)
• CHE 380-389 SPECIAL TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY (1-3)

CHEMISTRY MINOR REQUIREMENTS

BIOCHEMISTRY MINOR REQUIREMENTS

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. Annually, Fall.

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)

Focus on the major organic functional groups and the properties and uses of major organic compounds. Four one-hour lectures per week. Prerequisites: CHE 105, 106 or equivalent. 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 '05.

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 '04.

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 '05.

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 '06.

BCH 305 BIOCHEMISTRY I: Structure and Function (3)

In-depth study of the structural and functional relationships of biological molecules in eukaryotic cells, including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids. Different types of catalytic, regulatory and membrane transfer mechanisms will be investigated in reference to the type and outcome of the reaction process. Three hours lecture. Prerequisite: CHE 205, 206. Alternate years, Fall '04.

BCH 306 BIOCHEMISTRY II: Chemical Metabolism (3)

In-depth study of intermediary metabolism, both catabolic and anabolic, in eukaryotic cells including carbohydrate, protein, and lipid metabolisms in reference to the known molecular/genetic disorders of human metabolism. The course focuses on the overall integration of metabolism through the study of inter-regulatory factors at the molecular level. Three hours lecture. Prerequisites: BCH 305. Alternate years, Spring '05.

BCH 313L CELLULAR BIOLOGY LAB (1)

This course includes only the laboratory portion of BIO 313 Cellular Biology which is a 4 credit-hour course. The laboratory emphasizes the use of a variety of techniques, methods, and equipment as powerful tools for examining cell structure and function. Three-hour lab each week. Prerequisites: BIO 105 or BIO 106 and concurrent enrollment in BCH 305. Annually, Fall.

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 490 SEMINAR IN CHEMISTRY (W) (2)

Students give oral presentations concerned either with a project pursued in independent study or with topics drawn from the chemical literature. Extensive work with the chemical literature required. This will be a writing intensive course. Prerequisites: Chemistry minor and junior/senior status. As needed.

CHE 493A SENIOR RESEARCH IN CHEMISTRY I (W) (1-3)

Students learn the fundamental principles of writing research papers and giving oral presentations about topics drawn from the chemical literature and published papers. This experience requires step-by-step analysis of both theoretical and experimental research. Alternate years, Spring '06.

CHE 493B SENIOR RESEARCH IN CHEMISTRY II (W) (2-4)

Students design, set-up, and carry out laboratory-based research in chemistry on a topic of their choosing. They write a research paper based on analysis and interpretation of their experimental results. Consideration is given to possible submission to a journal in the field. Oral presentations may be given as opportunities arise. Prerequisite: CHE 493A, Fall ‘04.