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Introduction to Chemistry (CHEM 1020)
Total Credits:
4
Lecture Credits:
3
Lab Credits:
1
Description:
This course is intended as a broad introduction to chemistry for the non-science major. Topics covered include the scientific method, atomic structure, the periodic table, bonding, acids and bases, nomenclature, equations, stoichiometry, gas laws, and oxidation and reduction. The lecture/theory portion of this course is offered both on campus in the classroom and as a Web course. This course includes two hours of required lab per week, which must be taken on campus. The laboratory introduces students to safe handling of chemicals, appropriate use of lab ware, and transcription of observations and data. Concurrent registration in lab is required, and attendance in the first week lab safety session is mandatory.
Prerequisites:
Placement into
MATH 0080 or completion of
MATH 0070 or
MATH 0075 or
MATH 0077 or
MATH 0990. It is strongly recommended to have also placed into
READ 1300 or completion of
READ 0200.
MnTC:
Goal 3
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Chemistry in Your Life (CHEM 1140)
Total Credits:
4
Lecture Credits:
3
Lab Credits:
1
Description:
This course offers an introduction to chemistry and its applications in personal life and modern society. The chemistry concepts you will study include the structure of matter, elements and compounds, chemical bonding, reactions, energy changes, and an introduction to organic chemistry. You will consider and investigate the relevance of chemistry in everyday life - with a focus on many contemporary topics, such as, environmental issues, energy resource issues, medicine, food and health, as well as consumer chemistry. Concurrent registration in Chemistry In Your Life Lab is required.
Co-requisites:
CHEM 1140 and Chemistry In Your Life Lab
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Forensic Science 1 (CHEM 1145)
Total Credits:
4
Lecture Credits:
3
Lab Credits:
1
Description:
This course uses an application-based approach to understand the basic theories and methods for scientific investigation of physical evidence found at the scene of a crime, with an emphasis on laboratory analysis methods currently in use. You will explore the scope of forensic science, services provided by forensic laboratories, the role of a forensic scientist, the processing of crime scene, and the importance as well as the types of physical evidence. You will learn how various kinds of physical evidence such as chemical substances, microscopic evidence, hair, fiber, paints, glass, soil, body fluids, DNA, fingerprints, etc. are collected and analyzed. You will perform several laboratory experiments to learn the methods used in such analyses. Concurrent registration in lab is required. Some lab sessions will be held off-campus.
Prerequisites:
Placement into
ENGL 1110 or completion of
ENGL 0900 or
ENGA 0900 or
ESOL 0051. It is also recommended to have successfully completed at least one science course in high school or college and to have placed into
READ 1300 or have completed
READ 0200 and to have placed into
MATH 0070 or
MATH 0077 or completed Adult Basic Education Math 60.
MnTC:
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Principles of Chemistry 1 (CHEM 1151)
Total Credits:
5
Lecture Credits:
4
Lab Credits:
1
Description:
This course is the first semester of a two-semester sequence designed to give students a broad introduction to the field of chemistry. This course will cover a general introduction to the scientific method, basic stoichiometry, thermodynamics, atomic and molecular structure and bonding, gas laws, solution chemistry, and environmental topics. The required on-campus laboratory meets three hours per week. The laboratory experiments illustrate concepts covered in the lecture material, emphasize experimental techniques, and use computer-assisted data acquisition and manipulation. The lecture/theory portion of the course is offered on campus in the classroom and also as a Web course during some terms (check the term schedule).
Prerequisites:
Placement into
MATH 1110 or completion of
MATH 0080 or
MATH 0088. It is strongly recommended to have had either
CHEM 1020 or one full year of high school chemistry with a grade of "C" (2.0) or higher.
MnTC:
Goal 3
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Principles of Chemistry 2 (CHEM 1152)
Total Credits:
5
Lecture Credits:
4
Lab Credits:
1
Description:
This course is a continuation of Principles of Chemistry I. You will explore more advanced inorganic chemistry topics including equilibria, acid/base/buffer equilibria, thermodynamics, oxidation/reduction, and nuclear chemistry. You will conduct laboratory experiments that illustrate concepts covered in the lecture material, emphasize experimental techniques, and use computer assisted data acquisition and manipulation. This course includes three hours of required lab per week, which must be taken on campus.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 1151
MnTC:
Goal 3
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Organic Chemistry 1 (CHEM 2204)
Total Credits:
4
Lecture Credits:
4
Description:
This course is the first semester of a two-semester sequence which covers the synthesis, reactions, nomenclature and structure of organic compounds. Topics include chemical structure, kinetics and enthalpy of reactions, reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry; the syntheses and reactions of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, conjugated systems, alcohols, ethers, aldehydes, and ketones; as well as NMR, IR, UV, and mass spectroscopy. Molecular modeling software is used during instruction to assist in visualizing reactions and is available for student use outside of class. This course has an optional lab (
CHEM 2224). Completion of both
CHEM 2204 and
CHEM 2224 are required to count toward MnTC Goal Area 3.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 1152. ("C" (2.0) Grade or Above). It is strongly recommended to have either completed
CHEM 2224 or to take it concurrently with
CHEM 2204.
MnTC:
Goal 3
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Organic Chemistry 2 (CHEM 2205)
Total Credits:
4
Lecture Credits:
4
Description:
This course is the second semester of a two-semester sequence which covers the synthesis, reactions, nomenclature and structure of organic compounds, aromatic compounds, carboxylic acids, acid derivatives, amines, heterocycles, acetoacetic and malonic acid syntheses, carbohydrates, amino acids, proteins, lipids, polymers, industrial chemistry, agrochemical, and pharmaceuticals. Molecular modeling software is used during the lecture to visualize molecules and reactions and is available for your use outside of class. This course has an optional lab (
CHEM 2225). Completion of both
CHEM 2205 and
CHEM 2225 are required to count toward MnTC Goal Area 3.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 2204
MnTC:
Goal 3
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Organic Chemistry 1 Lab (CHEM 2224)
Total Credits:
2
Lab Credits:
2
Description:
This course is the laboratory component that accompanies
CHEM 2204: Organic Chemistry 1. The laboratory work consists of separation, purification, and identification techniques, both with ordinary chemical methods and with IR spectroscopy, gas chromatography, column chromatography, and refractive index instrumentation. Completion of both
CHEM 2204 and
CHEM 2224 are required to count toward MnTC Goal Area 3.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 1152. ("C" (2.0) Grade or Above). It is strongly recommended to have either completed
CHEM 2204 or take
CHEM 2224 concurrently with
CHEM 2204. Both lecture (
CHEM 2204) and lab (
CHEM 2224) are required to satisfy MnTC Goal Area 3.
MnTC:
Goal 3
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Organic Chemistry 2 Lab (CHEM 2225)
Total Credits:
2
Lab Credits:
2
Description:
This course is the laboratory component that accompanies
CHEM 2205: Organic Chemistry 2. The laboratory work consists of syntheses, purification, and reactions of organic compounds and unknown identification, both with ordinary chemical methods and with IR spectroscopy, gas chromatography, column chromatography, and refractive index instrumentation. Completion of both
CHEM 2205 and
CHEM 2225 are required to satisfy MnTC Goal Area 3.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 2224. Both lecture (
CHEM 2205) and lab (
CHEM 2225) are required to satisfy MnTC Goal Area 3.
MnTC:
Goal 3
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Chemical and Biomedical Regulations and Lab Methods (CHEM 2320)
Total Credits:
4
Lecture Credits:
2.5
Lab Credits:
1.5
Description:
This course will address the federal regulations and global, ethical, and environmental considerations of bioscience products. You will learn to participate as a responsible stakeholder by following Food and Drug Administration and Environmental Protection Agency regulations. You will gain an understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices, Quality Control (QC), Good Laboratory Practices, Good Clinical Practices and current Good Tissue Practices. You will apply notions of civic responsibility through study of international regulations, global perspectives, intellectual property laws, and import/export considerations. Laboratory sessions will provide hands-on experience in QC procedures, scientific measurements and safety regulations. You will learn to prepare reagents and solutions; adopt aseptic techniques, sterilization procedures, and clean-room procedures; and use various instruments. You will practice critical documentation aspects and learn about standard operating procedures. Must be taken A-F.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 1151
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Analytical Chemistry and Instrumentation Theory (CHEM 2410)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
3
Description:
This lecture course introduces the principles of analytical methods and instrumentation. You will learn the theories of various chemical and biochemical methods of analyses. You will explore the principles of ionic equilibria, acid-base, complexometric, redox and electro analytical techniques. You will gain an understanding of various instruments including spectroscopic and chromatographic methods. You will appreciate the application of analytical chemistry in meeting the regulatory requirements of Food and Drug Administration and Environmental Protection Agency in a variety of industrial and research applications. You will learn about HVAC requirements in clean-room environments and develop the necessary skills to document and statistically analyze data.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 1152 or
CHEM 2320
Co-requisites:
CHEM 2420
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Analytical Chemistry and Instrumentation Laboratory (CHEM 2420)
Total Credits:
2
Lab Credits:
2
Description:
This laboratory course will use an applications-based approach to chemical and biochemical methods of analyses. You will carry out classical analytical techniques, as well as instrumental methods of analysis. You will incorporate mathematical calculations, statistical analysis of data and computational methods. You will apply aqueous ionic equilibria principles, explore compendium of methods, and adopt various instrumentation methods including chromatography and spectrometry. You will explore analytical methods and standards important in quality control in regulatory environments. You will learn to do detailed work with precision and accuracy. You will incorporate documentation procedures and validation principles according to regulatory affairs standards.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 1152 or
CHEM 2320 and Have Successfully Completed
CHEM 2410 or Register for It Concurrently
Co-requisites:
CHEM 2410
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Biochemistry-Theory and Principles (CHEM 2610)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
3
Description:
This course introduces the fundamental principles in biochemistry. You will learn the structure and function of biomolecules, kinetics of enzyme-catalyzed reactions, major metabolic pathways that synthesize and degrade biomolecules, and the storage and transmission of genetic information in organisms.
Prerequisites:
BIOL 2200 and
CHEM 2204
Co-requisites:
CHEM 2620
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Biochemistry Laboratory (CHEM 2620)
Total Credits:
2
Lab Credits:
2
Description:
This laboratory course will use an applications-based approach to biochemical techniques. You will apply the concepts learned in the biochemistry lecture course to gain experience in protein purification and characterization, modern molecular biology techniques, enzyme kinetics and immunological techniques. You will extensively utilize biochemical techniques and instrumentation widely used in academic and industry laboratories. You will apply the regulatory affairs standards and document your work as per these standards.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 2224 or
CHEM 2320 or
CHEM 2420 and Have Successfully Completed
CHEM 2610 or register for it concurrently
Co-requisites:
CHEM 2610
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Undergraduate Research Methods (CHEM 2722)
Total Credits:
2
Lecture Credits:
2
Description:
This lecture course will provide students with opportunity to learn the methods and processes in scientific research and is writing-intensive. You will learn about how to pursue research in the sciences, funding sources, and various approval processes. You will understand the importance of ethics in research in science and engineering, and responsible conduct of research and reporting of results. You will learn about the types of literature and use library resources and authentic literature databases. You will write a synopsis proposing your research topic. You will find and retrieve primary scientific literature effectively and efficiently. You will have an understanding of embargos, copyrights and other intellectual property aspects. You will learn about patents and related aspects. You will effectively read, synthesize and analyze primary scholarly articles from peer-reviewed primary scientific literature on your chosen topic. You will evaluate the information and its sources critically and use the information effectively to write a scientific review report on the chosen topic. You will understand the different styles of citing references and incorporate the style relevant to your discipline. You will participate in peer review and editing. You will attend research seminars and participate in a field trip to the University of Minnesota libraries. You will learn the processes involved in publishing scientific work. You will present your research work in the annual poster symposium at Minneapolis College. Must be taken A-F.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 1152 or
BIOL 2200
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Undergraduate Research Lab (CHEM 2723)
Total Credits:
4
Lecture Credits:
2
Lab Credits:
2
Description:
This course will provide students opportunities to carry out undergraduate research in the sciences in approved topics by the instructors. You will learn the scientific research methods and processes. You will write a literature review evaluating information and its sources critically and use the information effectively to write a research proposal on a chosen project approved by the instructor. You will design a scientific method for the project and carry out the proposed project under the supervision of the instructor. You will learn to do detailed laboratory work accurately with precision and incorporate good laboratory practices, documentation procedures, and quality-control standards. You will develop analytical ability and data analysis and management skills. Upon completion of the project, you will write a thesis and defend your thesis. You will explore the possibilities of publishing the results and do a poster presentation. Must be taken A-F.
Prerequisites:
BIOT 2722 and BIOL 2231; or BIOT 2722 and BIOT 2320; or
CHEM 2722 and
CHEM 2320; or
CHEM 2722 and BIOT 2320; Instructor Approval to Take BIOL 2231 or BIOT/
CHEM 2320 Concurrently
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