CHEM 083
4 credits
Preparatory College Chemistry
(Chemistry 11)
Prerequisite(s): SCI 071 or Science 10
CHEM 083 is an introduction to chemistry for students who wish to prepare for entry into first-year courses in sciences, health sciences, or technology. Atomic structure, stoichiometry, and chemical properties of the elements are emphasized. Laboratory work is closely related to material covered in lectures.
CHEM 105
4 credits
Introductory Chemistry for the Health and Environmental Sciences
Prerequisite(s): Chemistry 11 or CHEM 083
CHEM 105 is intended for students who require a lab science course to fulfill the requirements for other UFV programs. It is an introductory lab course for students with a high school science background, and relates important scientific principles to the chemistry of the environment and the body. CHEM 105 will satisfy part of the science requirements for a BA degree, but the course may not be used for credit by science or engineering majors. CHEM 105 provides important background material for students intending to enter a variety of health sciences programs, and other programs requiring general chemistry. The course will provide students with information on the origins, scientific background, and significance of many aspects of chemistry that are met in the workplace and in everyday life.
Note: CHEM 105 is not open for students with CHEM 110 or above.
CHEM 110
4 credits
Introductory Chemistry
Prerequisite(s): (Chemistry 11 or CHEM 083) and one of the following: (Foundations of Mathematics 11, Pre-calculus 11, Principles of Mathematics 11, Foundations of Mathematics 12, Pre-calculus 12, Principles of Mathematics 12, or any UFV MATH course numbered 085 or higher).
This course covers the principles of chemical kinetics and thermodynamics, redox processes, gas laws, and chemistry of solutions, including solubility and acid-base equilibria. It can be used as a prerequisite for CHEM 113 by students without Chemistry 12.
CHEM 113
5 credits
Principles of Chemistry I
Prerequisite(s): One of the following: CHEM 12, CHEM 093, or CHEM 110; and one of the following: Principles of Mathematics 12, Pre-calculus 12, MATH 094/095, or MATH 096.
An introduction to principles of chemistry with the emphasis on theory of atomic and molecular structure and bonding. Work performed in the laboratory complements lecture material. Along with CHEM 114, this course will satisfy requirements for students wishing to pursue an honours or majors program in science.
CHEM 114
5 credits
Principles of Chemistry II
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 113
This course provides an introduction to the principles of thermodynamics and aqueous equilibria. The structures, nomenclature and reactivity of organic compounds are also introduced. Work performed in the laboratory complements lecture material. With Chemistry 113, this course will satisfy the requirements of students wishing to pursue an honours or majors program in science.
CHEM 150
4 credits
Introductory Forensic Science
Prerequisite(s): Any one of Biology 11, Chemistry 11, Physics 11, Earth Science 11, or Computer Studies 11
This is an introductory lab course that covers chemical, physical, and biological aspects of forensic science. This course is intended for students who are enrolled in a Criminal Justice program or who require a lab science course to fulfil the requirements for other UFV programs, including the Bachelor of Arts degree.
WARNING: Some of the course material might be of a disturbing nature. NOTE: CHEM 150 cannot be used to meet the requirements for the Chemistry major or minor programs. CHEM 150 is not open to students with CHEM 110 or above.
CHEM 213
4 credits
Organic Chemistry I
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 114
This course examines the properties and reactions of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, alcohols, and ethers. Emphasis is placed on reaction mechanisms, conformation, stereochemistry, and synthesis. The laboratory provides experience in basic laboratory techniques of chemical synthesis, separation, and analysis.
CHEM 214
4 credits
Organic Chemistry II
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 213
Organic Chemistry II continues the systematic examination of the reactions of common functional groups that were featured in CHEM 213. Aromatic compounds including phenols, carbonyl condensation reactions, carboxylic acids, and their derivatives are studied. Biological topics include amino acids, peptides, proteins, phospholipids, terpenes, steroids, nucleic acids and the Krebs Cycle. Spectroscopy is studied and the importance of spectroscopic techniques in the analysis of organic compounds is emphasized. These techniques will be used in the laboratory component of the course. With CHEM 213, this course satisfies organic chemistry requirements for students pursuing careers in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, home economics, forestry, pre-medicine, and pharmaceutical science.
CHEM 221
4 credits
Inorganic Chemistry
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 113 and CHEM 114
This course concentrates on the chemistry of non-transition elements and their compounds, with emphasis on symmetry, bonding, periodic properties and the descriptive chemistry of selected groups. The experiments performed in the laboratory component of the course will be directly related to the topics discussed during lectures.
CHEM 224
4 credits
Atoms, Molecules, Spectra
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 113 and CHEM 114; plus PHYS 111, and PHYS 112 or PHYS 105; plus MATH 111 and MATH 112
(MATH 211 is recommended)
An introduction to quantum mechanics and its applications to chemistry and spectroscopy. This course covers basic concepts of quantum mechanics and its applications to atomic and molecular systems. A computer lab illustrates lecture material.
CHEM 241
4 credits
Analytical Chemistry
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 113 and CHEM 114
An introduction to analytical chemistry with an emphasis on analysis of solutions. Lecture material includes data and sample handling, principles of titrimetry and electrochemical methods, as well as an introduction to chromatography. Laboratory experiments illustrate lecture material.
CHEM 311
4 credits
Intermediate Organic Chemistry I
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 213 and CHEM 214
An intermediate level Organic Chemistry course involving a detailed study of condensation reactions, dienes and heterocyclic compounds. The spectroscopic techniques first introduced in CHEM 212 or 214 are examined in more detail, both in theory and in practice. The laboratory component of the course involves the synthesis of a variety of compounds and qualitative analysis by both spectroscopic and chemical methods.
CHEM 312
4 credits
Intermediate Organic Chemistry II
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 213 and CHEM 214
The topics covered in CHEM 312 include an introduction to the chemical literature, the investigation of reaction mechanisms, industrial organic chemistry, photochemistry, and the chemistry of selected compounds of biological interest, e.g., steroids. Laboratory work will illustrate a selection of the topics covered during lectures and may involve a short research project.
CHEM 320
3 credits
Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 221
This course concentrates on the coordination chemistry of the transition metals. Topics covered include nomenclature, isomerism, crystal field theory, molecular orbital theory, thermodynamic aspects, UV-visible spectroscopy and Tanabe-Sugano diagrams, and the kinetics and mechanisms of ligand substitution and redox reactions.
Note: Students planning to take CHEM 325 should do so in the same semester as either CHEM 320 or CHEM 420.
Note: Students with credit for CHEM 321 cannot take this course for further credit.
CHEM 324
4 credits
Chemical Kinetics and Thermodynamics
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 113 and CHEM 114; plus PHYS 111, and PHYS 112 or PHYS 105; plus MATH 111 and MATH 112
(MATH 211 is recommended.)
An introduction to thermodynamics with applications to phase and chemical equilibria. Topics include principles of chemical kinetics, including enzyme kinetics and reaction rate theory. Laboratory experiments illustrate lecture material.
CHEM 325
2 credits
Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
Prerequisite(s): None
Pre- or corequisite(s): CHEM 320
This course provides students with experience in practical inorganic chemistry, using a wide range of instrumental techniques. Experiments concentrate on the coordination chemistry of the transition metals, and of organo-transition metal compounds. This course closely correlates with and complements material covered in CHEM 320 (Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry) and CHEM 420 (Advanced Inorganic Chemistry).
Note: Students should take this course with either CHEM 320 or CHEM 420.
Note: Students with credit for CHEM 321 cannot take this course for further credit.
CHEM 341
4 credits
Instrumental Analysis/Applied Spectroscopy
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 213 and CHEM 241
An introduction to instrumental analysis with the emphasis on spectroscopic methods. Lecture material covers principles of chromatography and applied spectroscopy. Laboratory experiments illustrate lecture material.
CHEM 350
3 credits
Introductory Biochemistry Laboratory
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 214 or BIO 320
This course introduces students to many of the fundamental laboratory techniques employed in biochemistry research, with a focus on proteins and lipids. Topics and techniques that may be covered will include spectrophotometry, gel filtration, enzyme kinetics, isolation of lipids, determination of fatty acid profiles, HPLC, characterization of model membrane systems, membrane permeability, lipid-based systems for biomedical applications, and characterization of simple carbohydrates. The lecture part of the course will provide the theoretical background for the labs.
CHEM 407
2 credits
Undergraduate Chemistry Directed Studies or Research
Prerequisite(s): A grade of B or better in three CHEM courses numbered 300 or above, and permission of the department head.
This course is for chemistry students and involves either (i) directed reading and/or literature research in an area of chemistry chosen in consultation with a supervisor, or (ii) completion of a research project designed in consultation with a supervisor. Normally this course will be taken during the fourth year of study, and is intended to be completed within one semester of study.
CHEM 408
3 credits
Directed Studies in Chemistry
Prerequisite(s): A grade of B or better in three chemistry courses numbered 300 or above and
permission of the department head will be required
This course is for students pursuing a major in chemistry and involves directed reading and/or literature research in an area of chemistry chosen in consultation with a supervisor. Normally this course will be taken during the fourth year of study.
CHEM 409
6 credits
Undergraduate Research in Chemistry
Prerequisite(s): A grade of B or better in three 300-level chemistry courses and permission of the
department head will be required.
The course is designed for students pursuing a major in Chemistry and represents a project in chemistry designed in consultation with a supervisor. Normally this course will be taken during the fourth year of study. It can be completed either in one or two consecutive semesters.
CHEM 412
4 credits
Topics in Organic Chemistry
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 311 or CHEM 312
In CHEM 412, students will study a variety of topics that are of current interest to organic chemists. Whenever possible, these topics will be related to one another and to topics which have been introduced in other organic chemistry courses. Details of topics to be covered in a given semester will be posted on the Chemistry department website approximately one year before the course is offered.
CHEM 420
3 credits
Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 320
This course concentrates on organo-transition metal chemistry, with emphasis on bonding theories, the 18-electron rule, and cluster compounds. Emphasis is also placed on the role of organometallic complexes in organic syntheses and catalytic processes.
Note: Students planning to take CHEM 325 should do so in the same semester as either CHEM 320 or CHEM 420.
Note: Students with credit for CHEM 421 cannot take this course for further credit.
CHEM 422
4 credits
Conformations of Molecules and Introduction to Computer-Aided Drug Design
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 213, MATH 111, MATH 112, and one of PHYS 105 or PHYS 111 (CHEM 224 and MATH 211 are recommended)
This course covers modern computational techniques currently used in the conformational analysis of organic and biological molecules and includes an introduction to computer-aided drug design. This lecture course is accompanied by a computer lab where students will obtain practical experience in applying these techniques.
CHEM 451
3 credits
Bio-inorganic Chemistry
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 221 and one of CHEM 321, CHEM 341, CHEM 350, or BIO 320.
Bio-inorganic chemistry is a rapidly expanding area and provides an important bridge between chemistry and biology. Students will study a variety of biological systems involving both main-group and transition metals.
CHEM 455
3 credits
Chemistry of Biological and Synthetic Polymers
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 213 and CHEM 214
This course concentrates on: (a) the chemistry of synthetic organic, inorganic, and biomedical polymers, with emphasis on polymerization reactions, the characterization, structure, and properties of polymers and their role in industrial processes; and (b) the chemistry of naturally occurring organic and inorganic polymers, with emphasis on the extraction and purification, characterization, structure, and properties of proteins, nucleic acids, polysaccharides, cellulose, chitin, rubber, and lignin and their role in biological processes.
