General Catalog 2009-2010

Programs and Courses

Chemistry

• General Information
• Course Descriptions

General Information

For Information: Jason Serin
Phone: 623.845.4772

http://www.gc.maricopa.edu/chemistry

Student Goals: General Education, Career-related, Transfer

Chemists study the behavior of substances, and create new or improved materials for special purposes: faster semiconductor circuits, new drugs, and new personal care products to name a few. They use their knowledge to study the complex chemistry of living systems vital to research efforts in the field of medicine. They also analyze samples for trace elements in fields such as forensic science, medical labs and environmental chemistry. And sometimes, they engage in pure research that just might lead to an unexpected discovery!

Students studying chemistry often find employment in a variety of related fields: medicine, pharmacy, industrial safety, engineering, geology, environmental science and biology, as well as in education or the traditional chemistry lab. There is a continuing demand for BS, MS, and PhD chemists in business, government and industry. Although the Phoenix area has some positions in medical labs, government labs, and the semiconductor industry, opportunities for local employment are somewhat limited. The national picture is more encouraging.

Transfer Program: Students intending to major in chemistry should regard this program as a guide for preparing to transfer to a baccalaureate degree granting institution. The program is designed to generally parallel the first two years of course work required by most four-year institutions. For individual requirements at specific institutions, the student should refer to the Chemistry department website or consult with a Chemistry Department advisor.

Transferability: All 100 level and above courses transfer.

Note: Students should consult with a department advisor in planning their academic schedule in order to complete degree requirements in an expedient manner. Required courses may not be available every semester. Due to limited course offerings, degree seeking students may find it necessary to attend both day and evening classes.

Special Skill Levels Needed: College level reading and writing skills. MAT120, Intermediate Algebra, or MAT122, Intermediate Algebra, or the equivalent of 4 years high school math.

Departmental Recommendations for Chemistry majors:

*CHM154 and 154LL are preferred at ASU.

Other Recommendations:

* Student should take PHY111 and PHY112, General Physics, if transferring to the University of Arizona.

General Education Recommendations:
Individual universities may require foreign language (German sometimes preferred). Others accept computer literacy to fulfill the language requirement. In any case, computer courses are strongly recommended.

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Course Descriptions

Course Availability: (F) Fall, (S) Spring, (D) Day, (E) Evening, (Su1) Summer 1, (Su2) Summer 2, (O) Occasionally

Chemistry (CHM)

CHM090
Preparation for Fundamental Chemistry / 1 credit / 1 period
A developmental course designed to review basic math and chemistry principles of students deficient or insecure in these areas. Stresses individualized instruction and “hands-on” experience. Serves to prepare the student for CHM130. Prerequisites: None. (F,S,D)

CHM095
Review of General Chemistry I / 1 credit / 1 period
A brief review of CHM151 concepts and problem-solving techniques most directly applicable to CHM152 or CHM154 topics. Recommended for students with a “C” or below in CHM151, and/or more than a year time lapse between CHM151 and either CHM152 or CHM154. Prerequisites: CHM151 and (MAT120, or MAT122, or equivalent). (O)

CHM107
Chemistry and Society / 3 credits / 3 periods
A survey of chemistry and its impact on the environment. Completion of CHM107LL is required to meet the Natural Science requirement. Prerequisites: None. (F,S)

CHM107LL
Chemistry and Society Laboratory / 1 credit / 3 periods
Laboratory experience in support of CHM107. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM107. (F,S)

CHM130
Fundamental Chemistry / 3 credits / 3 periods
Elements of general chemistry for all students. Serves to prepare the student for CHM151 or CHM230. Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or better in CHM090, or MAT091, or MAT092, or MAT102, or satisfactory score on math placement exam. (F,S,D,E,Su1)
Course Note: Course content designed to meet the needs of students in such areas as agriculture, home economics, nursing and physical education among others.

CHM130LL
Fundamental Chemistry Laboratory / 1 credit / 3 periods
Laboratory experience in support of CHM130. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM130. (O)

CHM138
Chemistry for Allied Health / 3 credits / 3 periods
Elements of fundamental and organic chemistry. Includes the general chemical behavior of inorganic matter and the structure of organic and biochemical systems. This course is designed for specific allied health programs at MCCD. It may not be applicable to other allied health programs or transferable. Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in CHM090; or one year of high school chemistry with a grade of “C” or better; or MAT092 or MAT102 or satisfactory score on placement exam. (O)

CHM138LL
Chemistry for Allied Health Lab / 1 credit / 3 periods
Laboratory experience in support of CHM138, Chemistry for Allied Health. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: CHM138. (F,S,D)

CHM150
General Chemistry I / 4 credits / 4 periods
Detailed study of principles of chemistry for science majors and students in pre-professional curricula. Prerequisites: (CHM130 and CHM130LL), or (one year of high school chemistry with a grade of C or better taken within the last five years), and completion of intermediate algebra or equivalent. Completion of all prerequisites within the last two years is recommended.
Course Note: Students may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM150 or CHM151.

CHM151
General Chemistry I / 3 credits / 3 periods
Detailed study of principles of chemistry for science majors and students in pre-professional curricula. Prerequisites: (CHM130 and CHM130LL), or (one year of high school chemistry with a grade of C or better taken within the last five years), and completion of intermediate algebra or equivalent. Completion of all prerequisites within the last two years is recommended.
Course Note: Students may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM150 or CHM151.

CHM151LL
General Chemistry I Laboratory / 1 credit / 3 periods
Laboratory experience in support of CHM151. Prerequisites: CHM130LL or equivalent. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM150 or CHM151. (F,S,D,E,Su1)

CHM152
General Chemistry II / 3 credits / 3 periods
A study of the chemical properties of the major groups of elements, equilibrium theory, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, and other selected topics. Completion of CHM152LL required to meet the Natural Science requirement. Prerequisites: Prerequisites: CHM150 or CHM151 and CHM151LL. Completion of CHM150 or CHM151 and CHM151LL within the last two years recommended. (F,S,D,E,Su1)

CHM152LL
General Chemistry II Laboratory / 1 credit / 3 periods
Laboratory experience in support of CHM152. Prerequisites: CHM151LL or equivalent. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM152. (F,S,D,E,Su1)

CHM154
General Chemistry II with Qual / 3 credits / 3 periods
A study of the chemical properties of the major groups of elements, equilibrium theory, thermodynamics, kinetics, electrochemistry, and other selected topics. Includes qualitative analysis. Prepares students for all sophomore chemistry courses. Completion of CHM154LL is required to meet the Natural Science requirement. Prerequisites: CHM150 or CHM151 and CHM151LL. Completion of CHM150 or CHM151 and CHM151LL within the last two years recommended. (O)

CHM154LL
General Chemistry II with Qualitative Laboratory / 2 credits / 6 periods
Laboratory experience in support of CHM154. Includes qualitative analysis. Prerequisites: CHM151LL or equivalent. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM154. (O)

CHM220
Analytical Chemistry / 3 credits / 3 periods
Principles and methods of chemical analysis. Prerequisites: CHM152 and CHM152LL, or CHM154 and CHM154LL. (O)

CHM220LL
Analytical Chemistry Laboratory / 2 credits / 6 periods
Laboratory experience in support of CHM220. Prerequisites: CHM152LL, or CHM154LL, or equivalent. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM220. (O)

CHM230
Fundamental Organic Chemistry / 3 credits / 3 periods
Chemistry of representative groups of organic compounds, emphasizing biological applications. Prerequisites: (CHM130 and CHM130LL), or (CHM150 or CHM151 and CHM151LL). Completion of (CHM130 and CHM130LL) or (CHM150 or CHM151 and CHM151LL) within the last two years recommended. (F,S)
Course Note: Course content designed to meet the needs of students in agriculture, home economics, nursing, pre physician assistant, and physical education among others.

CHM230LL
Fundamental Organic Chemistry Laboratory / 1 credit / 3 periods
Laboratory experience in support of CHM230. Prerequisites: CHM130LL, or CHM151LL, or equivalent. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM230. (F,S)

CHM235
General Organic Chemistry I / 3 credits / 3 periods
Rigorous introduction to chemistry of carbon-containing compounds. Reaction mechanisms and recent methods of synthesis emphasized. Prerequisites: CHM152 and CHM152LL, or CHM154 and CHM154LL. Completion of (CHM152 and CHM152LL) or (CHM154 and CHM154LL) within the last two years recommended. (F,S,D,E)

CHM235LL
General Organic Chemistry I Laboratory / 1 credit / 4 periods
Laboratory experience in support of CHM235. Prerequisites: CHM152LL, or CHM154LL, or equivalent. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM235. (F,S,D,E)

CHM236
General Organic Chemistry IIA / 3 credits / 3 periods
Study of chemistry of carbon-containing compounds continued. Structural determination and additional reaction mechanisms and modern methods of synthesis emphasized. Prerequisites: CHM235 and CHM235LL. Completion of CHM235 and CHM235LL within the last two years recommended. (F,S,D,E)

CHM236LL
General Organic Chemistry IIA Laboratory / 1 credit / 4 periods
Laboratory experience in support of CHM236. Prerequisites: CHM235LL or equivalent. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM236. (F,S,D,E)

CHM260
Fundamental Biochemistry / 3 credits / 3 periods
Structures, properties, and functions of proteins, enzymes, nucleic acids, carbohydrates and lipids; the utilization and synthesis of these materials by living systems and the relationship of the processes to energy production and utilization. Designed for students in agriculture, dental hygiene, home economics, nursing, and physical therapy. Prerequisites: CHM230 and CHM230LL, or CHM236 and CHM236LL, or CHM238 and CHM238LL. Completion of CHM230 and CHM230LL, or CHM236 and CHM236LL, or CHM238 and CHM238LL within the last two years recommended. (F,D)

CHM298
Special Projects / 1-3 credits
Organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student. Structured to provide an atmosphere of individualized research and study paralleled by professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment available for student use. Allows the best aspects of independent study and individualized learning to be combined to maximize student development. Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or instructor. (O)

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