An introduction to the primary chemical concepts of atomic structure and quantum theory, periodic trends, molecular structure, chemical kinetics, equilibrium, thermodynamics, and acids and bases. Includes one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: satisfactory performance on the Chemistry Placement Examination or permission of instructor.
CORE REQUIREMENT MET: LAB-SCI 

Symmetry is a fundamental, unifying aspect of nature and is found in many human creations from art, music, and architecture, to mathematics and science. In chemistry, symmetry is central to understanding the interplay of molecular architecture and function. This course provides the student with a qualitative and formal conceptual framework for categorizing molecular structures. Prerequisite: Chemistry 100 or 120, or permission of instructor.
1 unit

An introduction to the theory and practice of organic chemistry. Includes one three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: Chemistry 120 or 130 or permission of instructor.
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Building on concepts developed in prerequisite classes, fundamental concepts in thermodynamics are developed from first principles with subsequent application in chemical equilibrium and kinetics. Applications to biological systems and technology are emphasized. The substantive laboratory component focuses on developing analytical skills.
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Intensive study in an area of chemistry or biochemistry of the student's choosing under the direct supervision of a member of the faculty. Prerequisite: permission of the supervising instructor. May be repeated for credit.
2 units

Applications of chemical thermodynamics and kinetics. One three-hour laboratory per week. Prerequisite: Chemistry 300 (may be taken concurrently).
1 unit
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Atomic and molecular spectroscopy and modern techniques in physical chemistry. One three-hour laboratory per week. Co-requisite: Chemistry 305.
1 unit
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Modern analytical instrumentation provides scientists and engineers with an impressive array of powerful tools for studying the composition and structure of matter, from the first electronic pH meter to advanced three-dimensional MRI imaging spectrometers to portable detectors explosive compounds. This course examines the statistical, electronic, physical and chemical requirements for the construction and yO operation of modern analytical instruments. 

Application of modern theories of physics and chemistry to the synthesis, bonding, and reactivity patterns of inorganic compounds. Special emphasis on the role of metal ions in biological systems. Prerequisites: Chemistry 130 or 150, and 240; Chemistry 305 is recommended. 

Biochemistry of macromolecules with an emphasis on protein structure and function. Prerequisite: Chemistry 300 or permission of instructor. 

The main focus of this course is utilizing biological and chemical databases for research. The course will investigate: (1) tools that are used to extract and analyze data on small molecule drugs and biological sequences from these databases (2) algorithms and scoring schemes used in sequence alignment and homology searches, (3) the significance of this information in modern chemical and molecular biology, medicine, pharmaceutical development, protein engineering and drug design, genetics and molecular evolution. Prerequisites: Chemistry 221 and Biology 130.
2 units

A continuation of Chemistry 340, focusing on the interface between organic and inorganic chemistry. Prerequisite: Chemistry 300, 340, or permission of instructor.
2 units

Intensive study in an area of chemistry or biochemistry of the student's choosing under the direct supervision of a member of the faculty. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. May be repeated for credit. 

The preparation, presentation and participation in a seminar series as a part of the senior comprehensive examination. Open only to senior chemistry majors, to be repeated both semesters.
2 units