Linfield College Catalog

Department Course List

Chemistry Courses

CHEM-035 RESEARCH PARTICIPATION

Participation in the department research programs. Open to interested sophomores and juniors.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 1-2 credits

CHEM-050 RESEARCH METHODS IN CHEMISTRY

Introduction to computer based research methods in chemistry. Use of spreadsheets, symbolic mathematics, and techniques for searching chemistry databases.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor. May be repeated once. 1 credit

CHEM-100 CONCEPTS IN CHEMISTRY

Basic concepts of chemistry including the periodic table; chemical bonding; nomenclature; molecular geometry; simple qualitative aspects of energy, thermodynamics and kinetics; and the relation between chemical structure and reactivity. Concepts covered using one common theme, such as nutrition, atmospheric sciences, environmental sciences, or another topic of faculty and student interest. Not for General Science majors.
Prerequisite: MATH 105 or equivalent, or consent of instructor. Offered Jan Term. 3 credits (NW)

CHEM-120 CHEMISTRY IN THE ATMOSPHERE

Basic concepts of chemistry in the atmosphere including the periodic table, chemical reactivity, and spectorscopy, with particular emphasis on the study of pollution, the formation of the ozone hole, global warming, and the relationship between human activity and atmospheric chemistry. Not applicable to Chemistry major or minor. Not for General Science majors.
Prerequisite: MATH 105 or equivalent, or consent of instructor. Offered spring. 3 credits (NW)

CHEM-170 INTRODUCTORY TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY

Exploration of how chemistry applies to professional activity in areas relevant to course title focus. Descriptive introductions to basic chemistry concepts essential to understanding each area, leading to applications of this knowledge to historical and/or hypothetical situations. NOT for chemistry majors.
Prerequisite: satisfactory completion of math proficiency. Offered fall or spring depending on topic and instructor. 4 credits (NW)

CHEM-210 GENERAL CHEMISTRY

Principles of chemistry, including stoichiometry; gases, liquids, and solids; atomic and molecular structures; solutions; equilibrium; thermodynamics and reaction kinetics; properties of selected elements, including introduction to transition metals. Quantitative and inorganic qualitative analysis in the lab. Lecture, lab.
$50 lab fee per semester.
Prerequisite: MATH 150 completed or concurrent. Offered fall. 4 credits (NW)

CHEM-211 GENERAL CHEMISTRY

Principles of chemistry, including stoichiometry; gases, liquids, and solids; atomic and moecular structure; solutions; equilibrium; thermodynamics and reaction kinetics; properties of selected elements, including introduction to transition metals. Quantitative and inorganic qualitative analysis in the lab. Lecture, lab.
$50 lab fee.
Prerequisite: 210 or equivalent with a grade of C- or better. Offered spring. 4 credits (NW)

CHEM-285 SEMINAR

Group study and discussions about current topics in chemistry. Current research and development, interaction of chemistry with other disciplines. Repeatable four times.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Offered fall, spring. 1 credit

CHEM-300 THE ART AND SCIENCE OF BREWING

Academic approach to the production and critique of brewed beverages. Malting, brewing, fermentation and bottling/kegging. Historical development of brewing science. Human health aspects related to brewing and the consumption of fermented beverages.
$50 lab fee.
Prerequisites: Completion of a lower division NW, MATH 105 or equivalent, plus 21 years of age or older by the first day of class. Offered January of even-numbered years. 4 credits (NW)

CHEM-321 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

The chemistry of carbon, including preparation, properties, and reactions of important classes of aliphatic and aromatic compounds. Emphasis on reaction mechanisms, synthesis, and analysis. Lecture/discussion, lab.
$40 lab fee.
$10 voluntary fee per semester.
Prerequisite: 211 with a grade of C or better. Offered fall, spring. 4 credits

CHEM-322 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

The chemistry of carbon, including preparation, properties, and reactions of important classes of aliphatic and aromatic compounds. Emphasis on reaction mechanisms, synthesis, and analysis. Lecture/discussion, lab.
$40 lab fee.
$10 voluntary fee per semester.
Prerequisite: 321 with a grade of C or better. Offered fall, spring. 4 credits

CHEM-330 WRITING IN CHEMITRY

Introduction to the genres of scientific writing, emphasizing writing and library skills in scientific research. Completion of a collaborative research project prior to enrollment in CHEM 330 is encouraged.
Prerequisite: Completion of CHEM 322 or consent of instructor. Offered fall. 4 credits (MWI)

CHEM-335 QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS

Principles of analytical chemistry, emphasizing applications of equilibrium. Three hours of lecture, three hour of lab and discussion.
$50 lab fee.
Prerequisite: 211 with a grade of C or better. Offered Jan Term. 4 credits

CHEM-340 INSTRUMENTAL METHODS OF ANALYSIS

Introduction to the theory and principles of instrumental methods of chemical analysis. Emphasis on spectrophotometry, electrochemistry, chromatography and electronics. Lecture/lab.
$50 lab fee.
Prerequisite: completion of 335 with a grade of C or better. Offered spring. 4 credits

CHEM-350 INORGANIC CHEMISTRY I

Periodic properties of elements, including descriptive chemistry of the main group elements and coordination compounds of the transition metals. Emphasis on basic chemical bonding in molecules, an introduction to symmetry with term symbols, and acid/base reactions. Lecture/discussion.
Prerequisite: 211 or equivalent. Offered fall. 4 credits

CHEM-351 INORGANIC CHEMISTRY II

Presentation of theoretical and descriptive material on inorganic chemical compounds, synthetic and reaction strategies for important transformations including structures and bonding models, inorganic reaction mechanisms, transition metal chemistry, electron deficient compounds, organometallic compounds, and the main group elements. Laboratory experiements illustrate common synthetic and characterization processes for inorganic compounds. Lecture/discussion/lab.
Prerequisite: 350 or equivalent. Offered spring. 4 credits.

CHEM-361 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY I

Chemical thermodynamics, electrochemistry, and transport processes from a macroscopic and phenomenological viewpoint. Applications including thermochemistry and calorimetry; bulk properties of pure substances; methods of describing the properties of solutions; electochemical energy conversion and storage devices; phase diagrams; charge and mass transfer in electrochemical systems. Lecture/lab.
Prerequisites: 211 or equivalent; PHYS 211 (may be taken concurrently); MATH 180; or consent of instructor. Recommended: MATH 200. Offered fall. 4 credits

CHEM-362 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY II

The quantum mechanical description of matter with emphasis on atomic structure and chemical bonding. Introduction to atomic and diatomic molecular spectroscopy. Introduction to chemical kinetics with emphasis on electrochemical systems. Four hours of lecture.
Prerequisites: 211 or equivalent; MATH 180; PHYS 211; or consent of instructor. Recommended: MATH 200, 210. Offered spring. 4 credits

CHEM-370 ADVANCED TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY

Selected advanced chemistry topics not regularly offered at Linfield. Prerequiwite: 321 or consent of instructor. Offered fall. 4 credits

CHEM-381 RESEARCH IN MOLECULAR AND ADVANCED MATERIALS

Collaborative research experience in molecular and advanced materials. Discussion of current readings, experience with research methodology, experiemental design, data collection and analysis.
$50 lab fee.
Prerequisite or corequisite: 210. Offered spring. 3 credits

CHEM-382 RESEARCH IN BASIC AND APPLIED NANOTECHNOLOGY

Introduction to basic and applied research in nanotechnology. Weekly meetings include seminars, discussions of research methods, review of current scientific research, experimental design, and ethical issues in chemistry. Each student prepares an independent research proposal and an oral presentation, and carries out research.
Prerequisite: completion of 210, or consent of instructor. Offered spring. 3 credits

CHEM-383 RESEARCH IN BASIC AND APPLIED QUANTUM CHEMISTRY

Introduction to basic and applied research in quantum chemistry. Weekly meetings include seminars, discussions of research methods, review of current scientific research, experimental design, and ethical issues in chemistry. Each student prepares an independent research proposal and an oral presentation, and carries out research.
Prerequisite: completion of 210, or consent of instructor. Offered spring. 3 credits

CHEM-440 BIOCHEMISTRY

Chemical and physical properties of substances of biological origin and their interactions in living systems. Relationships among various metabolic pathways and how molecular traffic along these pathways is regulated. Recommended for pre-professional students. Lecture/discussion, lab.
$50 lab fee
Prerequisite: 322 or equivalent. Offered fall. 4 credits

CHEM-480 INDEPENDENT STUDY

Supplemental work for students with advanced standing in chemistry.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor. 1-5 credits

CHEM-490 RESEARCH OR THESIS

Individual investigative project culminating in a comprehensive written report or a baccalaureate thesis.
Prerequisite: advanced standing in chemistry. 2-5 credits

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