2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin - NMU Bulletin

• Offered: Fall Winter
• Prerequisites: "C-" or better in CH 220 or CH 322 (or CH 325 and CH 327), junior standing or instructor’s permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

A study of the fundamental concepts of biochemistry, including the chemical and physical properties of biomolecules and the chemical basis of the major metabolic pathways. Laboratory experiments teach basic biochemical techniques.        

• Offered: Winter
• Prerequisites: "C-" or better in CH 111, CH 112, CH 241, CH 242, CH 322 (or CH 325 and CH 327), and CH 450 or instructor’s permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Forensic applications of chemical and biochemical techniques. Techniques include, but are not limited to trace metal analysis, FT-IR analysis of fibers and paint, polymerase chain reaction (PCR)/DNA analysis, and controlled substances liquid and gas chromatography. Case studies and a team project will be performed at the end of the semester using several analytical techniques in the student’s area of interest.

• Offered: Fall Winter
• Prerequisites: "C-" or better in CH 111, CH 112, CH 241 and CH 242 and junior standing or instructor permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

A study of principles, instrumentation and analytical applications of atomic spectrometry. Lecture material includes theory and practice of atomic spectrometry including, but not limited to atomic absorption, emission, and fluorescence, sample collection and preparation, atomization, optical instrumentation, spectral interferences and data analysis. Laboratory exercises include sample preparation, instrument optimization and operation, and data analysis.

This course is taught for one half of the semester.

• Offered: Winter
• Prerequisites: "C-" or better in CH 111, CH 112, and CH 322 (or CH 325 and CH 327), junior standing or instructor permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

A study of the principles, instrumentation and analytical applications of modern spectroscopic methods including mass, infrared, and 1-D and 2-D NMR spectroscopy. The theoretical basis for each type of spectroscopy, basic instrument design and spectral analysis will be discussed with particular emphasis on the use of a combination of these methods in structural elucidation. Laboratory exercises will focus on instrument operation and data interpretation.                 

• Offered: Fall Winter
• Prerequisites: "C-" or better in CH 242 and CH 322 (or CH 325 and CH 327), junior standing or instructor’s permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

A study of the principles, instrumentation and analytical applications of gas and liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry. GC, GC/MS and HPLC techniques are presented in the laboratory.

This course is taught for one half of the semester.

• Offered: Winter
• Prerequisites: "C-" or better in CH 111, CH 112, CH 215, CH 322 (or CH 325 and CH 327), and CH 341.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Comparative study of the chemical elements and their compounds with emphasis on periodic relations, principles of structure and bonding, kinetics of reactions and spectral and thermodynamic properties. Topics include complex ions, defect crystals, electron deficient compounds, organometallic and bio-inorganic chemistry. A variety of inorganic compounds are prepared and studied.

• Offered: Winter
• Prerequisites: "C-" or better in CH 241 and CH 242, MA 163 and PH 221 or PH 202, or instructor’s permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Theory, problems and experiments concerning chemical thermodynamics, chemical kinetics and the phase rule.

• Offered: Fall
• Prerequisites: "C-" or better in CH 241, CH 242, MA 163 and PH 221 or PH 202, or instructor’s permission.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Theory, problems and experiments concerning the structure of atoms and molecules and the gaseous, liquid and solid states.

• Offered: Fall Winter
• Graded: S/U
• Co-requisites: CH 325.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Course will emphasize problem solving techniques and critical thinking in organic chemistry. The subject matter for this discussion-style course will directly parallel the material covered in CH 325. 

Formerly CH 322D Organic Chemistry II Discussion.

• Offered: Fall Winter
• Co-requisites: Pre- or Co-requisite: CH 327 Organic Chemistry II. CH 326 (optional).
• Prerequisites: "C-" or better in CH 315 and CH 317.
• Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin | View the current NMU Catalog.

Second semester foundational course in organic chemistry for science and pre-professional majors. Course builds on material from CH 315 and covers the reactivity and synthesis of organic molecules representing all major functional groups.

Formerly CH 322 Organic Chemistry II. It is strongly recommended that students co-enroll in CH 326.