Lecture and laboratory. Advanced Inorganic Chemistry 4 credits Advanced topics in inorganic chemistry emphasizing structure, periodicity, bonding, transition metal chemistry and reactions. Offered alternate years. Environmental Chemistry 4 credits In-depth study of the environment using chemical principles. Covers the sources, reactions, transport, effects and fates of chemical species in water, soil and air environments.
Laboratory provides experience with environmental sampling and analysis techniques.
Required of all majors. CHEM 428, 429. Chemical Research 1 credit Study of a research problem in current chemistry. One hour conference and two three-hour laboratory sessions per week.