Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Catalog - 2016-2017
CHEM 007 - VISITING RESEARCH
Long Title: VISITING RESEARCH
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Research
Credit Hours: 0
Description: Research conducted by visiting student scholars. Department Permission Required. Repeatable for Credit.
CHEM 101 - INTRO SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH
Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Research
Credit Hours: 5
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: This course is for high school students of the classes 2016 and 2017. As visiting students, the students will conduct scientific research in the laboratories of Rice faculty in the areas of Nanotechnology, Chemistry, Materials, and Engineering. Two applications need to be submitted for enrollment into this course. First, the Research Experience in Chemistry application (see course URL for link to application below) should be emailed, along with all required documents as indicated in the application, to CHEM101@rice.edu. Upon confirmation of acceptance from the Chemistry department, students must then complete the visiting student application process for high school students. Instructions to do this can be found in the Application Checklist at summer.rice.edu. Instructor Permission Required. Repeatable for Credit.
CHEM 110 - FRESHMAN CHEMISTRY SEMINAR
Long Title: FRESHMAN CHEMISTRY SEMINAR
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Seminar
Credit Hours: 1
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: This half-semester course introduces freshmen to chemical research at Rice and in Houston. The course is offered both semesters, and although some of the same material is covered in both semesters, the fall course emphasizes material for students interested in the PhD track towards academic and industrial chemistry careers, while the spring semester places greater emphasis on research in the Texas Medical Center (TMC) for students who plan to pursue the health professions. Additional tours and activities TBA. All first-year non-transfer students are eligible to enroll in CHEM 110 regardless of AP credit.
CHEM 121 - GENERAL CHEMISTRY I
Long Title: GENERAL CHEMISTRY I
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory
Distribution Group: Distribution Group III
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Introduction of chemical phenomena emphasizing problems and methods in Chemistry. Either CHEM 121 or CHEM 151 may be taken as a prerequisite for higher study in chemistry, but only one of these may be taken for credit. Students must also register for CHEM 123 General Chemistry Laboratory I. The course and the co-requisite lab are graded jointly.
CHEM 122 - GENERAL CHEMISTRY II
Long Title: GENERAL CHEMISTRY II
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory
Distribution Group: Distribution Group III
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 121
Description: A continuation of CHEM 121. Either CHEM 122 or CHEM 152 may be taken as prerequisites for higher study in chemistry, but only one may be taken for credit. Students must also register for CHEM 124 General Chemistry Laboratory II. The course and the co-requisite lab are graded jointly.
CHEM 123 - GENERAL CHEMISTRY LAB I
Long Title: GENERAL CHEMISTRY LABORATORY I
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Laboratory
Distribution Group: Distribution Group III
Credit Hours: 1
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Required laboratory component of CHEM 121. Students must also register for CHEM 121. Credit may only be received for either CHEM 123 or CHEM 153 but not both. The course and the co-requisite lab are graded jointly.
CHEM 124 - GENERAL CHEMISTRY LAB II
Long Title: GENERAL CHEMISTRY LABORATORY II
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Laboratory
Distribution Group: Distribution Group III
Credit Hours: 1
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 123 OR CHEM 153
Description: Required laboratory component of CHEM 122. Students must also register for CHEM 122. Credit may not be received for both CHEM 124 and CHEM 154. The course and the co-requisite lab are graded jointly.
CHEM 151 - HONORS CHEMISTRY I
Long Title: HONORS CHEMISTRY I
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory
Distribution Group: Distribution Group III
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Corequisite: CHEM 153 May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: An accelerated introduction to chemical phenomena emphasizing principles and theories in chemistry. Recommended strongly for students who plan to major in chemistry or have a strong high school background. Students with AP credit in Chemistry who intend to pursue advanced study in Chemistry are strongly encouraged to take CHEM 151 and CHEM 152. Students must also register for CHEM 153, which is laboratory that meets once per week. Either CHEM 121 or CHEM 151 may be taken as a prerequisite for higher study in chemistry, but only one of these may be taken for credit. The course and the co-requisite lab are graded jointly. Recommended prerequisite(s): high school chemistry and physics.
CHEM 152 - HONORS CHEMISTRY II
Long Title: HONORS CHEMISTRY II
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory
Distribution Group: Distribution Group III
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 151
Corequisite: CHEM 154 Description: A continuation of CHEM 151. Students with AP credit in Chemistry who intend to pursue advanced study in Chemistry are strongly encouraged to take CHEM 151 and CHEM 152. Students must also register for CHEM 154 which is a laboratory that meets once per week. Either CHEM 122 or CHEM 152 may be taken as a prerequisite for higher study in chemistry, but only one of these may be taken for credit. The course and the co-requisite are graded jointly.
CHEM 153 - HONORS CHEMISTRY LABORATORY I
Long Title: HONORS CHEMISTRY LABORATORY I
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Laboratory
Distribution Group: Distribution Group III
Credit Hours: 1
Restrictions:
Corequisite: CHEM 151 May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Required laboratory component of CHEM 151. Students must also register for CHEM 151. The course and the co-requisite lab are graded jointly.
CHEM 154 - HONORS CHEMISTRY LABORATORY II
Long Title: HONORS CHEMISTRY LABORATORY II
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Laboratory
Distribution Group: Distribution Group III
Credit Hours: 1
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 153 OR CHEM 123
Corequisite: CHEM 152 Description: Required laboratory component of CHEM 152. Students must also register for CHEM 152. The course and the co-requisite lab are graded jointly.
CHEM 176 - THE CHEMISTRY OF ART
Long Title: THE CHEMISTRY OF ART
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Seminar
Distribution Group: Distribution Group III
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: The chemistry of the materials and methods used to create, conserve and authenticate art objects will be presented. Topics will include sculpture, painting, photography, textiles, jewelry, furniture, etc. Taught in conjunction with the Conservation Department and Staff of the MFAH. Some classes will be held at the MFAH or HMNS.
CHEM 178 - THE CHEMISTRY OF COOKING
Long Title: THE CHEMISTRY OF COOKING
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory
Distribution Group: Distribution Group III
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: This course examines the chemistry involved in the composition, transformation, and consumption of food. Topics include chemical properties and reactions of food, cooking tools, and techniques, sensory perception, and nutrition. Lectures and hands-on kitchen experiments are taught in conjunction with Rice Dining Service. Knowledge of high school chemistry is expected.
CHEM 201 - ADV TOPICS IN GEN CHEMISTRY
Long Title: ADVANCED TOPICS IN GENERAL CHEMISTRY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: CHEM 201 is a one-semester lecture course intended for 1st-year undergraduates who have completed a high school AP Chem course (or equivalent) and wish to reinforce or deepen their understanding of challenging core topics. Focus areas include: quantum descriptions of atoms and molecules, chemical thermodynamics, and reaction kinetics and dynamics. Completion of AP Calculus or concurrent enrollment in Math 101 or 111 is expected.
CHEM 210 - WILD TOPICS CHEM AND NANOTECH
Long Title: WILD TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY AND NANOTECHNOLOGY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 1
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: A variety of topics related to chemistry and nanotechnology will be discussed. Some topics are classical while others are current. Topics may include nanocars, molecular electronics, how to form a start-up company. Grades will be based upon attendance and quizzes. Cross-list: CEVE 210, MSNE 210. Repeatable for Credit.
CHEM 211 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I
Long Title: ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group III
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 122 OR CHEM 152
Corequisite: CHEM 213 Description: Organic chemistry of aliphatic and aromatic compounds with emphasis on structure, functional groups, bonding, stereochemistry, and reaction mechanisms. CHEM 211 may be taken as a prerequisite for higher study in chemistry. CHEM 211 and CHEM 213 are co-requisites and must be taken together in the same semester.
CHEM 212 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II
Long Title: ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group III
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 211
Corequisite: CHEM 214 Description: Continuation of CHEM 211 with an emphasis on aromatic compounds, reactivity and biologically relevant molecules. Either CHEM 212 or CHEM 320 may be taken as a prerequisite for higher study in chemistry, but only one of these may be taken for credit. CHEM 212 and CHEM 214 are co-requisites and must be taken together the same semester. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for CHEM 212 if student has credit for CHEM 320.
CHEM 213 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY DISCUSSION
Long Title: ORGANIC CHEMISTRY DISCUSSION
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Seminar
Credit Hours: 0
Restrictions:
Corequisite: CHEM 211 May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: CHEM 211 and CHEM 213 are co-requisites and must be taken together in the same semester.
CHEM 214 - ORGANIC CHEM DISCUSSION II
Long Title: ORGANIC CHEM DISCUSSION II
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Seminar
Credit Hours: 0
Restrictions:
Corequisite: CHEM 212 May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: CHEM 212 and CHEM 214 are co-requisites and must be taken together in the same semester. Repeatable for Credit.
CHEM 215 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LAB
Long Title: ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LAB
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Laboratory
Credit Hours: 2
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 211
Description: Synthesis, purification, and characterization of organic compounds. Experiments related to topics covered in CHEM 211, 212. Includes identification of unknown organic compounds. One lab per week.
CHEM 217 - ORGANIC LAB CHEM ENGINEERS
Long Title: ORGANIC LABORATORY FOR CHEMICAL ENGINEERS
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Laboratory
Credit Hours: 1
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 211
Description: Organic laboratory designed for chemical engineering majors. Emphasis placed on the synthesis and the characterization of organic compounds. This laboratory does not satisfy requirements for science majors or premedical students. CRN 14447: Section 001 will start on Wed, Aug 24th and will meet every other Wednesday for 7 total lab periods. CRN 14448: Section 002 will start on Wed, Aug 31st and will meet every other Wednesday for 7 total lab periods.
CHEM 220 - UNDERGRADUATE CHEMISTRY SEM
Long Title: UNDERGRADUATE CHEMISTRY SEMINAR
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Seminar
Credit Hours: 1
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: An introduction to modern chemical research through seminars and/or directed reading.
CHEM 311 - PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY I
Long Title: PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY I
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): (CHEM 122 OR CHEM 152) AND MATH 212
Description: An introduction to the principles of thermodynamics, statistical thermodynamics, kinetic theory of gases, chemical kinetics and the statistical mechanics.
CHEM 312 - PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY II
Long Title: PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY II
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): (CHEM 122 OR CHEM 152) AND MATH 212
Description: An introduction to fundamental principles in quantum chemistry, chemical bonding and molecular spectroscopy.
CHEM 320 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II
Long Title: ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 211 AND (CHEM 232 OR CHEM 365)
Description: A continuation of CHEM 211 that is in greater depth than CHEM 212. Primarily for chemistry majors and science or engineering students with a strong interest in chemistry research. Either CHEM 212 or CHEM 320 completes the two-semester organic chemistry sequence and may be taken as a prerequisite for higher study in chemistry, but only one may be taken for credit. The pre-req CHEM 232 or CHEM 365 may be taken concurrently with CHEM 320.
For registration instructions and additional course information, please see the course web page in Owlspace. Instructor Permission Required. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for CHEM 320 if student has credit for CHEM 212.
CHEM 330 - ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
Long Title: ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 211
Description: A treatment of modern analytical chemistry with an emphasis on instrumentation. Applications of analytical chemistry as applied to areas of medicine, forensics, and material. Taught in the Fall.
CHEM 360 - INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
Long Title: INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Corequisite: CHEM 362 May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Survey of the periodic table; atomic and molecular structure; bonding in covalent, ionic, and electron deficient systems; thermochemical principles and experimental techniques for analysis, structure determination, and synthesis.
CHEM 362 - INORGANIC CHEMISTRY DISCUSSION
Long Title: INORGANIC CHEMISTRY DISCUSSION
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 0
Restrictions:
Corequisite: CHEM 360 May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: . Repeatable for Credit.
CHEM 365 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LAB
Long Title: ORGANIC CHEMISTRY LAB
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Laboratory
Credit Hours: 2
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 211
Description: Experiments illustrating techniques in synthetic organic chemistry and instrumental methods of analysis. Normally taken in conjunction with CHEM 212 or CHEM 320. NOTE: only one of CHEM 232 and CHEM 365 may be taken for credit.
CHEM 366 - INORGANIC CHEMISTRY LAB
Long Title: INORGANIC CHEMISTRY LAB
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory
Credit Hours: 2
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Various porphyrin and metalloporphyrin compounds are synthesized, purified and characterized by modern research techniques such as infrared spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy, and magnetic measurements. Data analysis to determine molecular structure is by student group tutorials. NOTE: only one of CHEM 231 and CHEM 366 may be taken for credit. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for CHEM 366 if student has credit for CHEM 231.
CHEM 367 - MATERIALS CHEMISTRY LAB
Long Title: MATERIALS CHEMISTRY LAB
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Laboratory
Credit Hours: 2
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Provides a hands-on experience for undergraduate student interested in the synthesis and structural characterization of nanostructured materials. Synthetic methods will include wet chemistry techniques and lithographic preparation of nanostructures. The course will provide understanding of and exposure to modern analysis and characterization techniques, including spectroscopy, X-ray methods, and microscopy.
CHEM 368 - CHEMICAL MEASUREMENT LAB
Long Title: CHEMICAL MEASUREMENT LAB
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Laboratory
Credit Hours: 2
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Introduction to Experimental Physical Chemistry. NOTE: only one of CHEM 381 and CHEM 368 may be taken for credit.
Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for CHEM 368 if student has credit for CHEM 381.
CHEM 376 - ADVANCED INORGANIC SYNTHESIS
Long Title: ADVANCED INORGANIC SYNTHESIS
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Laboratory
Credit Hours: 2
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Advanced techniques in inorganic and organometallic synthesis will be covered including air sensitive manipulations using Schlenk line, vacuum lines and dry box. Graduate students may register with an approved Special Registration form.
CHEM 391 - RESEARCH FOR UNDERGRADUATES
Long Title: RESEARCH FOR UNDERGRADUATES
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Research
Credit Hours: 1 TO 5
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Independent chemical research at Rice or in other Texas Medical Center groups. Students spend at least 3 hours per week in the laboratory for each semester hour of credit, in addition to other requirements. If taken for 3 or more hours, counts toward the CHEM 391 requirement for the BS degree in chemistry. Instructor permission required. Students are expected to complete CHEM 391 before the end of their junior year; permission is not normally granted for students in their final year of undergraduate study. Prior to enrollment, students must secure a position in a laboratory. Application materials found on the department website must be submitted by August 1st for Fall term and December 1st for the Spring term. Instructor Permission Required.
CHEM 398 - ADV MOD DEV EXP UG CHEMISTRY
Long Title: ADVANCED MODULE: DEVELOPMENT OF EXPERIMENTS FOR UNDERGRADUATE CHEMISTRY LABS
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Laboratory
Credit Hours: 1
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: An advanced laboratory module open to exceptional majors to develop laboratory experiments under the supervision of a chemistry faculty member. Each student will design an experiment to be included in an undergraduate teaching lab. Required is a written document, which should include an experimental protocol, background information and possible pre- and post-lab questions. Instructor Permission Required.
CHEM 401 - ADVANCED ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
Long Title: ADVANCED ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 212 OR CHEM 320
Description: The principles of structure and bonding are used to explain and predict reactivity in organic chemistry. Extensive practice with reaction mechanism and curved-arrow formalism. Topics include conformational analysis, acidity/basicity, functional group preparation, stereoselective synthesis, and organo-element chemistry. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: CHEM 501. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for CHEM 401 if student has credit for CHEM 501.
CHEM 415 - CHEMICAL KINETICS & DYNAMICS
Long Title: CHEMICAL KINETICS AND DYNAMICS
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 310 AND MATH 212 AND (PHYS 102 OR PHYS 112)
Description: Description and analysis of the rates of unimolecular, bimolecular and composite chemical reactions in gas and solution phases. Both macroscopic kinetics and microscopic reaction dynamics are covered. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: CHEM 515. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for CHEM 415 if student has credit for CHEM 515.
CHEM 420 - CLASSICAL & STAT THERMODYNAMIC
Long Title: CLASSICAL AND STATISTICAL THERMODYNAMICS
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): MATH 212 AND (PHYS 102 OR PHYS 112) AND CHEM 310 OR (CHEM 311 AND CHEM 312)
Description: A review of the principles of classical thermodynamics and an introduction to the theories and methods of statistical thermodynamics with applications to problems in chemistry. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: CHEM 520. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for CHEM 420 if student has credit for CHEM 520.
CHEM 425 - ORGANIC GEOCHEMISTRY
Long Title: ORGANIC GEOCHEMISTRY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: This course covers the organic geochemistry of the natural environment. Topics include: production, transport, decomposition, and storage of organic matter in the marine and terrestrial environments, use of isotopes to track biogeochemical processes, and natural and perturbed carbon cycle issues, including past and recent climate shifts. Cross-list: ENST 425, ESCI 425.
CHEM 430 - QUANTUM CHEMISTRY
Long Title: QUANTUM CHEMISTRY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): (CHEM 310 OR CHEM 312) AND MATH 212 AND (PHYS 102 OR PHYS 112)
Description: The purpose of this course is to provide the student with a working knowledge of the basic concepts and mathematical formalism of quantum mechanics. Topics include the mathematics of quantum mechanics, one-dimensional problems, central field problems, the harmonic oscillator, angular momentum, perturbation theory, spin, and introduction to methods of modern electronic structure theory, with applications in atomic and molecular structures, spectroscopy, and chemical bonding. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: CHEM 530. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for CHEM 430 if student has credit for CHEM 530.
CHEM 475 - PHYS METH INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
Long Title: PHYSICAL METHODS IN INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 360
Description: A survey course of research techniques used in modern inorganic chemistry. Topics covered will include X-ray diffraction, mass spectrometry, magnetism, and various spectroscopies (IR, Raman, UV-Vis, NMR, EPR, XPS, and Mossbauer). Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: CHEM 575. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for CHEM 475 if student has credit for CHEM 575.
CHEM 491 - RESEARCH FOR UNDERGRADUATES
Long Title: RESEARCH FOR UNDERGRADUATES
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Research
Credit Hours: 1 TO 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 391
Description: Independent chemical research at Rice or in other Teams Medical Center groups. Ordinarily taken by students who have taken CHEM 391. Students spend at least 3 hours per week in the laboratory for each semester hour of credit, in addition to other requirements. Instructor permission required. Prior to enrollment, students must secure a position in a laboratory. Application materials, found on the department website, must be submited by August 1st for Fall term, December 1st for Spring term, or April 1st for Summer term. Instructor Permission Required. Repeatable for Credit.
CHEM 492 - UNDERGRADUATES HONORS RESEARCH
Long Title: UNDERGRADUATE HONORS RESEARCH
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Research
Credit Hours: 5
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 391
Description: The 1st half of the Honors Research Program. CHEM 492 and CHEM 493 function as a pair and must be taken in the same academic year. Registration for CHEM 492 requires a commitment to register for CHEM 493. Requirements include at least 15 hours of laboratory research per week and written and/or oral progress reports. The sequence will culminate in the completion of a thesis (research report) in the spring ter. Instructor permission required; for approved students only. Applications must be submitted to the course instructor February 1 - August 1. Students are encouraged to apply early. Students who complete the Chemistry Honors Research Program are given primary consideration for "Distinction in Research and Creative Work," a university award for select undergraduates, chosen by the department and granted at commencement, which appears on the transcript and diploma. Ordinarily offered Fall term. Instructor Permission Required.
CHEM 493 - UNDERGRADUATE HONORS RESEARCH
Long Title: UNDERGRADUATE HONORS RESEARCH
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Research
Credit Hours: 5
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 492
Description: The 2nd half of the Honors Research Program. CHEM 492 and CHEM 493 function as a pair and must be taken in the same academic year. Requirements include at least 15 hours or laboratory research per week and a thesis (research report). Students who complete the Chemistry Honors Research Program are given primary consideration for "Distinction in Research and Creative Work," a university award for select undergraduates, chosen by the department and granted at commencement, which appears on the transcript and diploma. Ordinarily offered in Spring. Instructor Permission Required.
CHEM 495 - TRANSITION METAL CHEMISTRY
Long Title: TRANSITION METAL CHEMISTRY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 211 AND CHEM 360
Description: Structure, bonding and reactivity of coordination and organometallic compounds; ligand field theory; electronic spectroscopy; magnetism; reaction mechanisms; catalysis. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: CHEM 595. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for CHEM 495 if student has credit for CHEM 595.
CHEM 501 - ADVANCED ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
Long Title: ADVANCED ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: The principles of structure and bonding are used to explain and predict reactivity in organic chemistry. Extensive practice with reaction mechanism and curved-arrow formalism. Topics include conformational analysis, acidity/basicity, functional group preparation, stereoselective synthesis, and organo-element chemistry. Course work is different than corresponding course. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: CHEM 401. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for CHEM 501 if student has credit for CHEM 401.
CHEM 511 - SPECTRAL METHODS ORGANIC CHEM
Long Title: SPECTRAL METHODS IN ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 212 OR CHEM 320
Description: Elucidation of organic structures by physical techniques. Interpretation of infrared, ultraviolet, nuclear magnetic resonance, and mass spectral.
CHEM 515 - CHEMICAL KINETICS & DYNAMICS
Long Title: CHEMICAL KINETICS AND DYNAMICS
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Description and analysis of the rates of unimolecular, bimolecular, and composite chemical reactions in gas and solution phases. Both macroscopic kinetics and microscopic reaction dynamics are covered. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: CHEM 415. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for CHEM 515 if student has credit for CHEM 415.
CHEM 520 - CLASSICAL & STAT THERMODYNAMIC
Long Title: CLASSICAL AND STATISTICAL THERMODYNAMICS
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 310 OR (CHEM 311 OR CHEM 312) AND MATH 212 AND (PHYS 102 OR PHYS 112)
Description: A review of the principles of classical thermodynamics and an introduction to the theories and methods of statistical thermodynamics with applications to problems in chemistry. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: CHEM 420. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for CHEM 520 if student has credit for CHEM 420.
CHEM 523 - MOLECULAR DYNAMICS METHODS
Long Title: ADVANCED ANALYSIS METHODS FOR MOLECULAR DYNAMICS FROM STATISTICAL MECHANICS TO MACHINE LEARNING
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 1.5
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Modern methods to extract physical and chemical information from molecular dynamics simulation will be presented, including the determination of reaction coordinates, free energies calculations, and estimation of experimentally measureable observables. The theoretical background and different applications will be discussed. The students will apply the methods on practical examples.
CHEM 525 - FUND PHOTOLUM SPECT
Long Title: FUNDAMENTAL PHTOLUMINESCENCE SPECTROSCOPY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 1.5
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: This course aims to cover basic topics in photoluminescence spectroscopy such as instrumentation, different photoluminescent species, solvent relaxation, photoluminescence quenching, energy transfer and anisotropy. Novel applications of photoluminescence spectroscopy such as sensing, multiphoton excitation and the fluorescence of proteins will also be discussed. Undergraduates may register for this course by a Special Registration form.
CHEM 530 - QUANTUM CHEMISTRY
Long Title: QUANTUM CHEMISTRY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: The purpose of this course is to provide the student with a working knowledge of the basic concepts and mathematical formalism of quantum mechanics. Topics include the mathematics of quantum mechanics, one-dimensional problems, central field problems, the harmonic oscillator, angular momentum, perturbation theory, spin, and introduction to methods of modern electronic structure theory, with applications in atomic and molecular structures, spectroscopy, and chemical bonding. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: CHEM 430. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for CHEM 530 if student has credit for CHEM 430.
CHEM 531 - ADV QUANTUM CHEMISTRY
Long Title: ADVANCED QUANTUM CHEMISTRY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: A hands-on approach to the methods of computational quantum chemistry and their application.
CHEM 533 - NANOSCIENCE & NANOTECHNOLOGY
Long Title: NANOSCIENCE AND NANOTECHNOLOGY I
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: An introduction to the basic principles of nanoscience and nanotechnology. Size dependent physical properties of nanoscopic solids will be described using solid state physics and molecular orbital theory as a foundation. Wet chemical techniques that produce nanoscale materials (e.g. carbon nanotubes, semiconductor and metallic nanocrystals, dendrimers...) will be introduced in the second half of the semester. Cross-list: CEVE 533.
CHEM 541 - MOLECULES CHANGED THE WORLD
Long Title: MOLECULES THAT CHANGED THE WORLD
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 1.5
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 212 OR CHEM 320
Description: This course will expand on our learned knowledge of some of the Nature's most intriguing molecules and the ability of Man to discover, synthesize, modify and use them to our advantage in what areas were not formerly envisioned. Undergraduates may register for the course by filling out a special registration form. These forms can be brought to DBH 243 for processing.
CHEM 542 - MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY I
Long Title: MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY I
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): (CHEM 212 OR CHEM 320) AND BIOC 301
Description: An introductory course intended to provide the student with an overview of the elements of drug discover, design and development. Targets for drug discovery will be discussed, as well as considerations of drug optimization with respect to the biological target and drug metabolism. A summary of the FDA and patent processes will also be included.Undergraduates may register for the course by filling out a special registration form. These forms can be brought to DBH 243 for processing.
CHEM 545 - PHYSICAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
Long Title: PHYSICAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Study of organic reaction mechanisms. Includes Huckel M.O. theory, kinetics, isotope effects, linear free energy relationships, themochemical group additivity, substitutent and solvent effects, acidity, and freee radical chemistry. Undergraduates enrolling in this course should have completed (CHEM 211 & CHEM 212) or CHEM 320. Undergraduates may register for this couse by a Special Registration form. Recommended Prerequisite(s): CHEM 311. Repeatable for Credit.
CHEM 547 - SUPRAMOLECULAR CHEMISTRY
Long Title: SUPRAMOLECULAR CHEMISTRY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 212 OR CHEM 320
Description: An examination of noncovalent interactions and their impact in biology, chemistry, and engineering. Topics will include self-assembly, molecular recognition, protein folding and structure, nucleic acid structure, polymer organization, crystallization and applications of the above for the design and synthesis of nanostructured materials.
CHEM 548 - PEPTIDE CHEMISTRY
Long Title: PEPTIDE CHEMISTRY DESIGN, SYNTHESIS AND STRUCTURE
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 1.5
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: A study of peptide chemistry. The course will start by examining solid phase peptide synthesis and strategies to prepare both simple and complex peptide primary architectures. Next we will look at analytical methods to assess peptide purity and structure mass spec, HPLC, FT-IR, CD and NMR. The course will then consider the design and characterization of peptide sequences that will result in specific three dimensional structures. Undergraduates enrolling in this course should have completed CHEM 212 or CHEM 320. Undergraduates may register for this course by Special Registration form.
CHEM 551 - BIOMOLECULAR CONCEPTS
Long Title: BIOMOLECULAR CONCEPTS
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 310 OR CHEM 311
Description: This course will explore quantitative concepts and tools from chemistry and physics relevant to molecular biology. An executive survey of molecular biology and the basic experimental approaches to biomolecular structure will be followed by a discussion of the structural basics of proteins and nucleic acids. The motion and energy landscapes of proteins will be discussed. Protein folding and evolution and the dynamic basis of gene regulation will be explored. Expected to be taught Fall 2017. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for CHEM 551 if student has credit for CHEM 451.
CHEM 557 - NANOCARBONS
Long Title: NANOCARBONS
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 1.5
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: This course will survey the chemistry, physics, and selected applications of carbon nanostructures. Fullerenes, carbon nanotubes, and graphene will be the main focus. Students are expected to have a solid background in physical chemistry. Undergraduate students may register for this course by Special Registration form.
CHEM 559 - SPEC SINGLE MOLECULE/PARTICLE
Long Title: SPECTROSCOPY AT THE SINGLE MOLECULE/PARTICLE LIMIT
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 310 OR (CHEM 311 AND CHEM 312)
Description: This course will cover principles of electronic spectroscopy of molecules and nanoparticles with emphasis on single molecule/particle spectroscopy methods and analysis techniques.
CHEM 570 - TEACHING CHEMICAL CONCEPTS
Long Title: NANOTECHNOLOGY FOR TEACHERS, TEACHING CHEMICAL CONCEPTS VIA INQUIRY I
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Using the Concept Development Approach, this course will teach teachers how to engage students in inquiry science and provide teachers with in depth conceptual knowledge about chemical fundamentals. The course will include hands-on activities and discussions about chemical concepts that include atomic molecular theory, atomic structure, quantum energy levels, thermodynamics, equilibrium, and bonding. Nanotechnology research with environmental applications will be highlighted throughout the course. Instructor Permission Required.
CHEM 571 - CHEMICAL CONCEPTS - INQUIRY II
Long Title: TEACHING CHEMICAL CONCEPTS VIA INQUIRY II, NANOTECHNOLOGY FOR TEACHERS
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Using the Concept Development Approach, this course will teach teachers how to engage students in inquiry science and provide teachers with in depth conceptual knowledge about chemical fundamentals. The course will include hands-on activities and discussions about chemical concepts that include gas laws, kinetic molecular theory, acid base equilibrium, and phase equilibrium. Nanotechnology research with biological applications will be highlighted throughout the course. Instructor Permission Required. Recommended Prerequisite(s): CHEM 570.
CHEM 575 - PHYS METH INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
Long Title: PHYSICAL METHODS IN INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: A survey course of research techniques used in modern inorganic chemistry. Topics covered will include X-ray diffraction, matrix isolation, mass spectrometry, magnetism, electrochemistry, and various spectroscopies (IR, Raman, UV-Vis, NMR, EPR, XPS, EXAFS, and Mossbauer). Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: CHEM 475. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for CHEM 575 if student has credit for CHEM 475.
CHEM 580 - MICROSCOPY METHODS
Long Title: MICROSCOPY METHODS IN MATERIALS SCIENCE
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: This course covers theory and applications of electron microscopy techniques with an emphasis on transmission and scanning transmission electron microscopy (TEM, STEM). Topics include modern instrumentation and hardware, electron diffraction, imaging modes, tomography, and spectroscopy (energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy (EDS), electron-energy loss spectroscopy (EELS), cathodoluminescence (CL)). Previous experience with electron microscopes recommended. Can be taken alone or concurrently with lab course MSNE 582. Instructor Permission Required.
CHEM 582 - ELECTRON MICROSCOPY CENTER LAB
Long Title: ELECTRON MICROSOPY CENTER LAB
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Laboratory
Credit Hours: 1
Restrictions:
Corequisite: CHEM 580 Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Hands-on laboratory using the instruments in the electron microscopy center. The students will gain the knowledge necessary to operate the instruments and analyze data independently. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 580. Instructor Permission Required.Cross-list: MSNE 582.
CHEM 586 - CHEMICAL TOOLS FOR BIOLOGY
Long Title: CHEMICAL TOOLS FOR BIOLOGY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 1.5
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Selected topics in modern chemical biology. The development and application of chemical methods to probe, perturb, and understand biological systems. Topics include protein and DNA chemistry, classical and modern approaches to inhibitor development, and chemical reaction design in living cells.
CHEM 595 - TRANSITION METAL CHEMISTRY
Long Title: TRANSITION METAL CHEMISTRY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Structure, bonding and reactivity of coordination and organometallic compounds; ligand field theory; electronic spectroscopy; magnetism; reaction mechanisms; catalysis. Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: CHEM 495. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for CHEM 595 if student has credit for CHEM 495. Repeatable for Credit.
CHEM 600 - GRADUATE SEMINAR
Long Title: GRADUATE SEMINAR
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Seminar
Credit Hours: 1
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Section 1: PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY-NANO Section 2: ORGANIC AND BIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY Section 3: NANOCHEMISTRY Section 4: CARBON NANOCHEMISTRY. This seminar series is open to all chemistry graduate students or graduate students whose home department is chemistry. Students from other departments may audit the course with instructor permission. Repeatable for Credit.
CHEM 630 - MOLECU SPECTROSCPY &GROUP THRY
Long Title: MOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY AND GROUP THEORY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 430
Description: The spectra of simple molecules, including microwave, infrared, visible, ultraviolet, and Raman spectra; introductory aspects of molecular symmetry and group theory; resonance spectroscopy; surface-enhanced spectroscopy.
CHEM 650 - CHEM PHYS CONDENSED&BIO MATTER
Long Title: CHEMICAL PHYSICS OF CONDENSED AND BIOLOGICAL MATTER
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: The principles underlying the structure and dynamics of condensed phase and biological matter. Both experimental phenomenology and theoretical approaches will be used. Starting with a review of intermolecular forces, the course will describe the structure and thermodynamics of clusters, crystalline solids, metals, liquids, glasses and biomolecules. A unified picture of reactions and classical and quantum phase transitions in condensed matter will be presented. The energy landscape theory of the dynamics of glasses and protein folding will also be covered. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for CHEM 650 if student has credit for CHEM 450.
CHEM 656 - CLASSICS IN SYNTHESIS
Long Title: CLASSICS IN TOTAL SYNTHESIS
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 1.5
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Prerequisite(s): (CHEM 401 AND CHEM 212 AND CHEM 401 AND CHEM 442)
Description: Selected total synthesis will be discussed. Special emphasis will be placed on retro-synthetic analysis, synthetic strategies and technologies, asymmetric synthesis and catalysis.
CHEM 661 - NANOPHOTONICS & SUSTAINABILITY
Long Title: NANOPHOTONICS, SPECTROSCOPY, AND MATERIALS FOR SUSTAINABILITY
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Seminar
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: This course will cover the contributions that nanophotonic concepts and advanced spectroscopy techniques can make to the development and characterization of novel materials for energy and sustainability. Students will cover nanophotonic concepts for novel materials and characterization techniques, ultrafast and nanoscale spectroscopy techniques, and applications in energy and sustainability. For each topic, background information will be provided about the relevant science and engineering aspects, as well as examining the state-of-the art in the topic, via student-presentations and literature reviews. Cross-list: ELEC 661, MSNE 661.
CHEM 700 - TEACHING PRACTICUM
Long Title: TEACHING PRACTICUM
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Internship/Practicum
Credit Hours: 2
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Open to graduate students in chemistry and only in exceptional circumstances to undergraduates. Repeatable for Credit.
CHEM 800 - GRADUATE RESEARCH
Long Title: GRADUATE RESEARCH
Department: Chemistry
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Research
Credit Hours: 1 TO 15
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Repeatable for Credit.