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3.00 Credits
Every spring. BRUCE KOHORN. Focuses on the structure and function of cells as we have come to know them through the interpretation of direct observations and experimental results. Emphasis is on the scientific (thought) processes that have allowed us to understand what we know today, emphasizing the use of genetic, biochemical, and optical analysis to understand fundamental biological processes. Covers details of the organization and expression of genetic information, and the biosynthesis, sorting, and function of cellular components within the cell. Concludes with examples of how cells perceive signals from other cells within cell populations, tissues, organisms, and the environment. Three hours of lab each week. (Same as Biology 224.) Prerequisite: Biology 104, 105, or 109. Chemistry 225 is recommended.
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3.00 Credits
Fall 2006. DAVID S. PAGE. An introduction to metabolism. Topics include pathways in living cells by which carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, and other important biomolecules are broken down to produce energy and biosynthesized. (Same as Biology 232.) Prerequisite: Chemistry 226.
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4.00 Credits
Every spring. JEFFREY K. NAGLE. An introduction to the chemistry of the elements with a focus on chemical bonding, periodic properties, and coordination compounds. Topics in solid state, bioinorganic, and environmental inorganic chemistry also are included. Provides a foundation for further work in chemistry and biochemistry. Lectures and four hours of laboratory work per week. Prerequisite: Chemistry 109, 119, or 159.
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3.00 Credits
Every fall. ERIC S. PETERSON. Thermodynamics and its application to chemical changes and equilibria that occur in the gaseous, solid, and liquid states. The behavior of systems at equilibrium and chemical reaction kinetics are related to molecular properties by means of the kinetic theory of gases, the laws of thermodynamics and transition state theory. Prerequisite: Chemistry 109, 119, or 159; Physics 104; and Mathematics 171, or permission of the instructor. Mathematics 181 is recommended.
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4.00 Credits
Every spring. THE DEPARTMENT. Development and principles of quantum mechanics with applications to atomic structure, chemical bonding, chemical reactivity, and molecular spectroscopy. Lectures and four hours of laboratory work per week. Prerequisite: Chemistry 109, 119, or 159; Physics 104; and Mathematics 171, or permission of the instructor. Mathematics 181 is recommended. Note: Chemistry 251 is not a prerequisite for Chemistry 252.
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4.00 Credits
Spring 2007. ERIC S. PETERSON. Experiments in thermodynamics, kinetics, spectroscopy, and quantum chemistry. Modern methods, such as vibrational and electronic spectroscopy, calorimetry, and time-resolved kinetics measurements, are used to verify and explore fundamental concepts in physical chemistry. In addition, instrumental topics are discussed. These include computer-based data acquisition, nuclear magnetic resonance, and the use of pulsed and continuous wave lasers. Emphasis is placed on understanding concepts, on a modular approach to experimental design, and on the development of scientific writing skills. Lectures and four hours of laboratory work per week. Prerequisite: Chemistry 252 (generally taken concurrently) or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Every semester. KATHERINE R. FARNHAM AND THE BIOCHEMISTRY PROGRAM. Comprehensive laboratory course in molecular biology and biochemistry that reflects how research is conducted and communicated. Includes sequential weekly experiments, resulting in a cohesive, semester-long research project. Begins with genetic engineering to produce a recombinant protein, continues with its purification, and finishes with functional and structural characterization. Emphasis is on cloning strategy, controlling protein expression, and protein characterization using techniques such as polymerase chain reaction, affinity chromatography, isoelectric focusing and high-performance liquid chromatography. Students also learn to manipulate data using structural and image analysis software. (Same as Biology 263.) Prerequisite: Biology 224 or Chemistry 231 (may be taken concurrently).
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3.00 Credits
THE DEPARTMENT. Laboratory or literature-based investigation of a topic in chemistry. Topics are determined by the student and a supervising faculty member. Designed for students who have not completed at least four of the 200-level courses required for the Chemistry major.
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3.00 Credits
Fall 2006. DHARNI VASUDEVAN. Over 100,000 synthetic chemicals are currently in daily use. In order to determine the risk posed to humans and ecosystems, we need to understand and anticipate the extent and routes of chemical exposure. Addresses the fate of organic chemicals following their intentional or unintentional release into the environment - why these chemicals either persist or break down and how are they distributed between surface water, ground water, soil, sediments, biota, and air. Analysis of chemical structure is used to gain insight into molecular interactions that determine the various chemical transfer and transformation processes, while emphasizing the quantitative description of these processes. (Same as Environmental Studies 305.) Prerequisite: Chemistry 225.
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2.00 Credits
Spring 2007. ELIZABETH A. STEMMLER. Theoretical and practical aspects of instrumental techniques, including nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, infrared spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, and mass spectrometry are covered, in conjunction with advanced chromatographic methods. Applications of instrumental techniques to the analysis of biological and environmental samples are covered. Lectures and two hours of laboratory work per week. Prerequisite: Chemistry 210 or permission of the instructor. #325a. Structure Determination in Organic Chemistry.
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