Chemistry (CHM)

This course provides students with an introduction to chemical principles and applications for the non-science major. Students will engage in problem solving and critical thinking while applying chemical concepts. Topics will include the scientific method of problem solving, classification of matter, atomic theory, the periodic table, gases, chemical reactions, energy, and chemical bonds.

This is a one semester introduction to General Chemistry designed to prepare students planning to enter CHM 1045/1046 sequence. Concepts covered include matter and measurement, atomic structure, bonding, gases, chemical reactions and solutions.

This course provides a survey of the principles of inorganic and general chemistry, organic chemistry and biochemistry and their applications to human anatomical and physiological functions.

The purpose of this course is to provide the student with laboratory exercises in chemistry for non-science majors. Students will use laboratory equipment to perform experiments to explore chemical concepts of general, organic chemistry and biochemistry and relate these applications to human anatomical and physiological functions.

This course is designed for students pursuing careers in the sciences or who need a more rigorous presentation of chemical concepts than is offered in an introductory course. Students will engage in problem solving and critical thinking while applying chemical concepts. Topics will include the principles of chemistry including atomic theory, electronic and molecular structure, measurement, stoichiometry, bonding, periodicity, thermochemistry, nomenclature, solutions, and the properties of gases.

Intended for science majors. Laboratory course to accompany CHM 1045 and provides a deeper and more concrete understanding of selected topics discussed in CHM 1045. This course will concentrate on developing fundamental laboratory skills and techniques, including titration, calorimetry, gravimetric analysis, spectroscopy, quantitative data analysis, evaluation of errors and accuracy in the laboratory, and safe lab practices.

Intended for science majors. Examines solutions redox reactions, kinetics and equilibria, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry and descriptive chemistry.

Intended for science majors. Laboratory experiments related to principles discussed in the lecture class of general chemistry II. Experiments include measurement of reaction kinetics, determination of activation energy, measurement of equilibrium constants, titration of a polyprotic acid, Ksp measurements, enthalpy measurements, and electrochemistry experiments.

INTENDED FOR SCIENCE MAJORS. ~ The study of the basic concepts of organic and inorganic chemistry in the context of applications to the environmental issues of water quality, atmospheric pollution, sustainable agricultural practices, and environmental risks to human health. THE CURRICULUM IS INQUIRY BASED AND FULLY INTEGRATED WITH A LABORATORY THAT EMPHASIZES ACTIVE LEARNING STRATEGIES.

Emphasizes chemical reactivity in synthetic and biochemical processes. Functional group chemistry is learned by stressing the relationship between structure and reactivity Reactions are categorized by mechanisms rather than by functional group. Includes spectroscopy, synthesis, nomenclature and mechanisms.

Companion laboratory to Organic Chemistry I. The experiments develop expertise using organic chemistry techniques and familiarity with equipment and glassware commonly used in organic chemistry. Some of the experiments are illustrate concepts discussed in the lecture class, such as substitution and elimination reactions.

Continues the study of organic compounds described for organic chemistry I. Reactions, mechanisms, nomenclature and spectroscopy are discussed for benzene, substituted benzene compounds and carbonyls. Oxidation-reduction reactions are studied in greater detail. The chemistry of biologically important compounds, amino acids, and nucleic acids is discussed. Polymers and biopolymers are introduced.

Companion laboratory to Organic Chemistry II. The experiments continue to develop expertise with organic chemistry techniques and familiarity with equipment and glassware commonly used in organic chemistry. Some of the experiments are illustrate concepts discussed in the lecture class such as aromatic substitution reactions with carbonyl compounds.

This class focuses on the major medicinal products that have originated from plant materials. The class will focus on organic compounds, how they are isolated from plants and metabolism of these products. The course will take students from general chemistry fundamentals to understanding role of plants and their products in biological environments.

The course concentrates on the study of the major classes of organic compounds-carbohydrates, fats and oils, and proteins-with emphases on their reactivity and utility in cooking. Foods used in cooking will be deconstructed into their basic components allowing one to scientifically approach the design of an experiment, i.e., the fashioning of a correct and useful recipe.

Principles of quantitative analysis. Topics include equilibria, titrations, precipitation, complex formation, gravimetric analysis, separation processes, photometry, statistical treatment of data and sampling methodology.

This course is the laboratory portion of Analytical Chemistry (CHM 3120). Students will gain experience with titrations, spectrophotometry, and other analytical chemistry techniques, as well as data analysis and statistics in chemistry.

The first part of a two-semester calculus-based course in physical chemistry. Topics covered include states of matter, thermodynamics, solutions, and kinetics.

Introduction to laboratory techniques used to measure properties of matter and behavior of chemical and physical processes and may include the following topics: Behavior of solutions, properties of gases, kinetics, spectroscopy, and surface chemistry.

THE SECOND PART OF A TWO-SEMESTER CALCULUS-BASED COURSE IN PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY. TOPICS INCLUDE DERIVATION OF THE LAWAS FOR QUANTUM MECHANICS, SPECTROSCOPY. RADIATION LAWS AND THE HYDROGEN ATOM.

This course will focus primarily on experiments that will provide insight into quantum mechanics. We will spend time on data collection, data manipulation and scientific writing. We will also familiarize ourselves with software used for theoretical quantum calculations.

Inorganic chemistry is an introduction to molecular orbital theory, crystal and ligand field theory, atomic orbitals, molecular symmetry, crystalline solid state chemistry, transition metal complexes, coordination chemistry, synthesis of inorganic compounds, organometallics, nanoscale materials, supramolecular aggregates, x-ray diffraction techniques, and bioinorganic chemistry.

Inorganic chemistry laboratory provides an introduction to modern techniques used for the synthesis and characterization of inorganic compounds. ~ Replaces CHM 4610L, effective 201508.

An internship provides the student with an opportunity to work on a project in a laboratory or classroom setting. If this work is completed off-campus the student must work with a qualified supervisor at the site as well as a faculty mentor. Goals and objectives will be planned by the student, faculty mentor, and the off-campus supervisor when applicable. Permission of the Department Chair is required and is contingent on the student finding a faculty mentor.

Intended for Science Majors. This course introduces students to the fundamental chemistry relevant to environmental pollution and the environmental issues. Topics include stratospheric chemistry, ozone depletion, air pollution; toxic chemicals (metals and organics), water chemistry and water pollution, soil, sediments and wastes, green chemistry, environmental methods, quality assurance and quality control in environmental analysis. Laboratory is integrated with lecture topics and water quality, toxic metal levels in Fort Myers will be measured.

Principles of quantitative and qualitative analysis. Topics include spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, chromatography (gas chromatography and liquid chromatography), and electrochemistry. The spectroscopy covers visible and ultraviolet spectroscopy (UV-vis), Infrared (IR), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS) and atomic emission spectroscopy (AES), fluorescence and phosphorescence.

This course is the laboratory portion of Instrumental Analysis (CHM 4130). Students will gain hands-on experience using UV-Vis, IR, GC, etc., and other analytical chemistry techniques such as ion selective electrode (ISE) as well as data analysis and statistics in chemistry.

This course is an upper level, predominantly laboratory course, suitable for chemistry, physics, and other science and engineering majors. The primary aim will be to introduce lasers and their related technology to students in the physical sciences. The goal of the course is to provide a basic working knowledge of laser systems and their associated accessories so that a student could design and execute experiments for which lasers are an essential component. A combination of lecture and lab-work will be used to illustrate the main principals of and uses for lasers in the physical sciences. The tone of the course emphasizes understanding of major concepts rather than fine detail.

A theoretical and experimental treatment of mechanistic, physical organic chemistry concepts from the perspective of modern structural theory, thermodynamics, and kinetics. Examples and data are drawn from the primary literature to explore fundamental organic chemistry.

This course addresses the application of modern nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopic methods to the structural determination of organic compounds. Both the practical and theoretical aspects of 1D and 2D NMR techniques will be discussed. The course will also extend to the study of biomolecules and should prove useful for both chemists and chemical biologists. Detailed Instructions are provided and each student is expected to carry out his/her own NMR experiments on a 400 MHz NMR spectrometer.

An exploration of the principles of modern organic synthesis, especially of medicinal compounds, through survey of methodology and design using the retro-synthetic approach. Medicinal compounds are synthesized in the lab, reinforcing the lecture concepts.

The biochemistry of metabolism will be investigated from an organic chemistry perspective, with common organic chemistry reaction mechanisms being identified.

Statistical Thermodynamics provides a link between microscopic and bulk properties of matter. Beginning with the derivation of the Boltzmann distribution and the partition function, the partition function is further developed to investigate the translational, rotational and vibrational modes of motion. The equations developed are applied to heat capacities, residual entropies and the equilibrium constant.

This class introduces students to different computational methods and models in computational chemistry and molecular simulations. The topics that will be covered include Hartree-Fock, density functional theory, semi-empirical methods, as well as molecular dynamic simulations. Surveys computational methods for studying issues pertinent to electronic structure of molecules and materials, reaction thermodynamics, reaction mechanisms, spectral properties, and molecular dynamics of molecules of biological importance. The laboratory activities include computational experiments to illustrate the applicability of computational methods to chemistry, bio-sciences, and on materials chemistry. These experiments will be carried out Linux-based workstations.

Introduction, from an inorganic perspective, to the structure and function of a variety of metalloproteins and metalloenzymes, concentrating on systems containing transition metals. Emphasis will be placed on the role that metal ion(s) play in the function of biomolecules.

This course provides an introduction to modern topics in Materials Chemistry such as: synthetic polymers, ionic liquids, supramolecular aggregates, metal-organic frameworks, and nanomaterials. Preparative techniques and physical methods of characterization including x-ray diffraction and thermal analysis will be discussed.

Green Chemistry is a course designed for science majors to understand the science and technology behind chemistry in order to improve the quality of life while preserving the environment. Grounded in the Twelve Principles of Green Chemistry, this course emphasizes sustainability by promoting the development of chemical processes that reduce waste, minimize energy consumption, and eliminate hazardous substances. By the end of the course, students will be able to identify the toxic and hazardous characteristics of chemicals in a chemical process. Through real-world examples, they will also learn how the design of sustainable chemical processes is often constrained by time and budget in the chemical industry. Students will explore innovative techniques and practices that contribute to a more sustainable future, ensuring that scientific advancements benefit both human well-being and environmental health.

Individual study under the direction of a faculty mentor. Topic will be selected based on mutual agreement between the student and the faculty member.

The first course in the Senior Project in Chemistry and Senior Thesis/Presentation in Chemistry sequence. Students develop and work on a research project under the supervision of a faculty mentor. Students are encouraged to take primary responsibility for projects. Students will be required to complete the appropriate laboratory safety training before being permitted to work in the lab.

This course is the second course in the Senior Project in Chemistry and Senior Thesis/Presentation in Chemistry sequence. Students in CHM 4912C will continue working on the research project they began in CHM 4910C and write a research report. Students are required to follow the guidelines outlined by their faculty mentor and they are required to complete any revisions and edits as instructed until their research report meets acceptable standards. Students are also required to present their research project at a venue determined by their faculty mentor. Permission of the Department Chair is required and is contingent on the student finding a faculty mentor.

Courses will be developed based on topics of current or special interest.

The senior level 'capstone' experience for chemistry, biochemistry, and forensic science majors. In conference with chemistry faculty, students will devise a senior project/presentation that will emphasize the use of critical thinking and synthesis skills in a chemistry or biochemistry topic. The project may be related to, or have grown out of, a student's undergraduate research experience.