Course Descriptions - Biochemistry

BCH 194 Undergraduate Seminar

Offered: F  Credits: 1
For the new student. Integration into the department and its research and educational program. Scientific communication and chemical literature searching skills.

BCH 292 Independent Study

Credits: 1-3 per semester; 6 Cr. max

Directed research and study on an individual basis.

Prerequisite: consent of instructor and approval of the department head

BCH 294 Undergraduate Seminar

Offered: S  Credits: 1

Introduction to faculty research through faculty mini seminars. Departmental research facilities. Research groups. Research planning decisions (MSU laboratory, summer internship, student exchange, REU, USP, etc).
Prerequisite(s): CHMY 194 or BCH 194

BCH 380 Biochemistry

Offered: F, S, Su Credits: 5  (Lecture 4, Lab 1)
Carbohydrate, lipid, protein, and nucleic acid structure and function; enzyme kinetics; energetics; major metabolic pathways for carbohydrates, lipids, and amino acids; photosynthesis; regulation of gene function.
Prerequisite(s): C- or above in BIOB 160 or BIOB 260, and CHMY 211/212 or CHMY 323/324 or CHMY 333/334

BCH 394 Undergraduate Seminar

Offered: F Credits: 1  

Research techniques, procedures, and reports. Seminar reporting and presentation skills. Career planning and resume preparation. 
Prerequisite(s): CHMY 294 or BCH 294.

BCH 441 Biochemistry of Macromolecules

Offered: F, S Credits: 3  (Lecture)

Biochemical basis of modern molecular biology; structure and function of proteins, nucleic acids, and membranes; replication; transcription; translation; regulation of gene expression; and recombinant DNA.
Prerequisite: C- or above in BIOB 160 or BIOB 260 and CHMY 323/324 or CHMY 333/334

BCH 442 Metabolic Regulation

Offered: F, S Credits: 3  (Lecture)

In-depth biochemical treatment of metabolism and its regulation in cellular processes.
Prerequisite(s): C- or above in BIOB 160 or BIOB 260 and CHMY 323/324 or CHMY 333/334

BCH 444R Biochemistry & Molecular Biology Methods

Offered: F, S Credits: 3 

This course focuses on molecular biology/biochemistry procedures integral to current research. Methods include PCR; gene cloning; DNA sequencing; and expression, isolation, purification, and characterization of the gene-encoded protein.
Prerequisite(s): C- or above in BCH 441 or BCH 442 and consent of instructor

BCH 490R Undergraduate Research

Credits: 1-6 per semester; 12 Cr. max

Directed undergraduate research/creative activity which may culminate in a research paper, journal article, or undergraduate thesis. Course may be repeated.

BCH 492 Independent Study

Credits: 1-3 per semester; 6 Cr. max

Directed research and study on an individual basis

Prerequisite: Junior standing, consent of instructor, and approval of department head

BCH 494 Undergraduate Seminar

Offered: S Credits: 1 

Senior capstone course. Taught in collaboration with departmental Honors Thesis, CHMY 499. The chemistry/biochemistry research undergraduate experience constitutes a synthesis of our (bio)chemistry class room and laboratory education. The projects are orally presented in seminar form, discussed on the basis of acquired knowledge, and analyzed using stringent scientific methods and criteria. A complete personal resume is prepared. 
Prerequisite: CHMY/BCH 394.

Course Descriptions - Chemistry

CHMY 102CS Applying Chemistry to Society

Offered: S Credits: 3  (Lecture)

An introduction to contemporary chemistry in the contextual framework of current issues including the effect of human impact on the air, water, and earth. This course will examine the scientific basis for current scientific and societal issues such as depletion of the ozone layer, water pollution, acid rain, genetic engineering and nuclear fission among other issues. Topics will be addressed from a scientific viewpoint to develop knowledge and understanding of the chemical concepts that underlie these contemporary issues. The goal is to inform non-science majors of chemical and scientific issues in order to help them to become well-informed, inquiring citizens.

CHMY 121IN/122IN Introduction to General Chemistry

Offered: F,S,Su Credits: 4 (Lecture 3, Lab 1, Recitation 0)

Introductory general chemistry. Measurement systems, atomic structure, chemical periodicity, bonding, chemical reactions, acid-base chemistry, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry.
Prerequisite(s): C- or above in M090 or placement in Math Level 300, students at math level 250 may co-enroll with M021/M121Q for 1 attempt only

CHMY 123/124 Introduction to Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry

Offered: F,S,Su Credits: 4  (Lecture 3, Lab 1)

Chemistry 123 is the second semester of a two semester sequence (CHMY 121/CHMY 123) designed to introduce the basic concepts of traditional general chemistry, organic chemistry, and biochemistry. This series is intended for students needing a breadth of chemistry without taking 2+ years required for a more intense coverage found in the curriculum for science, pre-med, and nursing majors. This course will focus on the reactivity of organic compounds and biological chemistry.
Prerequisite(s): C- or above in CHEM 121/122, CHMY 143/144, or equivalent.

CHMY 141/142 College Chemistry I

Offered: F,S,Su Credits: 4  (Lecture 3, Lab 1)

The first of a two-semester course sequence about the general principles of modern chemistry with emphasis on atomic structure, chemical bonding, the periodic table, equilibria, chemical reactivity, and kinetics.  It is recommended that students registering for this course have taken high school chemistry.
Prerequisite(s): PREREQUISITE: C- or above M121Q or placement in a math level 4 course

CHMY 143/144 College Chemistry II

Offered: F,S,Su Credits: 4  (Lecture 3, Lab 1)

The second semester of the two-semester general chemistry sequence.
Prerequisite(s): C- or above in CHMY 141/142 or CHMY 151/152.

CHMY 151/152 Honors College Chemistry I

Offered: F Credits: 4  (Lecture 3, Lab 1)

Topic coverage parallels CHEM 141, with emphasis on critical and analytical thought and with a greater reliance on math skills. For departmental honors program.
Prerequisite(s): Placement in Level 5 Math. Recommended that students registering for this course either have taken calculus or are concurrently enrolled.  Also recommended that students registering in this course have taken high school chemistry and/or physics, preferably AP Chemistry and/or Physics.

CHMY 153/154 Honors College Chemistry II

Offered: S Credits: 4  (Lecture 3, Lab 1)

A general chemistry course for students enrolled on the Honors program with focus on atomic and molecular structure of molecules, gases, liquids, solids (Section I); general physical chemistry (Secton II); aqueous equilibria, electrochemistry (Section III). Critical thinking, analytical skills, and problem solving are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): A grade better than a C in CHMY 141/142 or CHMY 151/152.

CHMY 194 Undergraduate Seminar

Offered: F Credits: 1 

For the new student. Integration into the department and its research and educational program. Scientific communication and chemical literature searching skills.

CHMY 211/212 Elements of Organic Chemistry

Offered: F,S Credits: 5  (Lecture 4, Lab 1)

A one-semester introduction to organic chemistry. The unique character of carbon: bonding, structure, nomenclature, and common reactions of hydrocarbons and functional organic compounds.
Prerequisite(s): C- or above in CHMY 121/122, CHMY 143/144, or CHMY 153/154.

CHMY 292 Independent Study

Credits: 1-3 per semester; 6 cr max

Directed research and study on an individual basis.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor and approval of department head.

CHMY 294 Undergraduate Seminar

Offered: S Credits: 1 

Introduction to faculty research through faculty mini seminars. Departmental research facilities. Research groups. Research planning decisions (MSU laboratory, summer internship, student exchange, REU, USP, etc).
Prerequisite(s): CHMY/BCH 194

CHMY 311 Fundamental Analytical Chemistry

Offered: F, S Credits: 4  (Lecture 3, 1 Lab)

Introduction to wet analytical chemistry with an emphasis on the systematic treatment of equilibria, acid-base chemistry, redox equilibria and titrations, complexometric equilibria and titrations, Beer's law, fundamental lab skills.
Prerequisite: C- or above in CHMY 143 or CHMY 153.

CHMY 321/322 Organic Chemistry I

Offered: F,S Credits: 4  (Lecture 3, Lab 1)

The first of a two-semester professional sequence in organic chemistry. In-depth coverage of stereochemistry, synthetic organic chemistry, physical organic chemistry, spectroscopy, and nomenclature. Students should plan to register for both semesters.                               

Prerequisite: C- or above in CHMY 143/144 or CHMY 153/154

CHMY 323/324 Organic Chemistry II

Offered: F, S  Credits: 4 (Lecture 3, Lab 1)
The second semester of the two-semester professional sequence in Organic Chemistry.
Prerequisite(s): C- or above in CHMY 321/322 or CHMY 331/332

CHMY 331/332 Honors Organic Chemistry I

Offered: F Credits: 4  (Lecture 3, Lab 1)

The first of a two-semester honors sequence in organic chemistry. Topic coverage parallels CHMY 321, but at an accelerated pace with in-depth coverage of physical organic chemistry, stereochemistry, synthetic organic chemistry, spectroscopy, and nomenclature.

Prerequisite: C or above in CHMY 151/152 and CHMY 153/154 or consent of instructor.

CHMY 333 Honors Organic Chemistry II

Offered: S Credits: 4  (Lecture 3, Lab 1)

The second semester of the two-semester honors sequence in organic chemistry. Topic coverage parallels CHMY 323, with more in-depth coverage of mechanisms and more emphasis on retrosynthetic analysis and on solving multi step synthesis problems.

Prerequisite: C or better in CHMY 331/332

CHMY 340 Environmental Chemistry

Offered: S odd numbered years  Credits: 3 (lecture)

This course will provide students with a fundamental understanding of environmental chemistry appropriate for a mid-level undergraduate science major, and serve as a necessary introduction for students interested in applying chemistry to understanding and solving environmental and sustainability issues. Because this is a large and complex field, the material will be introductory in nature. However, each student will be required to do one independent project, either a paper or class presentation, on a topic of their choice. This will allow them, through directed self-study, to go into greater detail on a topic interest to them. Potential topic suggestions are provided at the end of the syllabus, but the students will be free to choose issues outside this list. Rather than in class exams, we will instead assign a regular series of challenging problem sets that required students to integrate multiple concepts, or multiple pieces of information. Assigned reading, especially literature outside the adopted text book, will also be the subject of in class discussion, and participation will be emphasized. A series of discussion questions will be included in advance so that the students can arrive prepared for discussion. Ultimately, this course offers the opportunity for students to add depth to their training in chemistry relevant to environmental science, and expand their knowledge of fundamental aspects of environmental chemistry of interest to them. Additionally, the course will enhance further development of written and oral communication skills and provide students an opportunity to gain leadership experience and group discussion skills. Optional excursions and in class learning will combine to elevate students’ confidence in their professional development and their ability to speak on environmental issues from an informed chemical perspective, regardless of their position on individual environmental issues.

Prerequisites: C- or better in CHMY 321/322 or CHMY 211/212

CHMY 361 Elements of Physical Chemistry

Offered: F Credits: 4  (Lecture)

A physical chemistry course directed toward the life sciences, health professions, and agricultural sciences.

Prerequisite: C- or above in M 161Q or M171Q or M 172Q, and PHSX 207, and CHMY 211/212 or CHMY 323/324 or CHMY 333/334

CHMY 362 Elements of Physical Chemistry Lab

Offered: F Credits: 1  (Lab)

The laboratory to accompany CHMY 361

Prerequisite: C- or above in CHMY 311, CHMY 361 can be a prerequisite or co-requisite.

CHMY 371 Physical Chemistry-Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy I

Offered: F Credits: 3  (Lecture)

The first semester of a two-course sequence for science and engineering majors on quantum chemistry, statistical thermodynamics, spectroscopy, classical thermodynamics and kinetics.  Students should plan on registering for the both courses of the sequence.

Prerequisite: C- or above in CHMY 143/144 or CHMY 153/154, and M 172Q and PHSX 222 Co-requisite M 273

CHMY 372 Physical Chemistry Laboratory I

Offered: F Credits: 1  (Lab)

Laboratory to accompany CHMY 371 or CHMY 373. Fundamental experiments in thermodynamics and kinetics.

Prerequisite: C- or above in CHMY 311 Co-requisite: CHMY 371 or CHMY 373

CHMY 373 Physical Chemistry - Kinetics and Thermodynamics

Offered: S Credits: 3  (Lecture)

The second semester of a two-course physical chemistry sequence for science/engineering majors.  Students should plan on registering for the both courses of the sequence.

Prerequisite: C- or above in CHMY 143/144 or CHMY 153/154, and M 172Q and PHSX 222 Co-requisite M 273

CHMY 374 Physical Chemistry Lab II

Credits: S 2 Cr. (Lab)

The advanced laboratory to accompany CHMY 373.  In-depth experiments and data analysis.  Required of all majors who take who take CHMY 373.

CHMY 394 Undergraduate Seminar

Offered: F Credits: 1 

Research techniques, procedures, and reports.  Seminar reporting and presentation skills.  Career planning and resume preparation.  May be repeated once.

Prerequisite: CHMY/BCH 294

CHMY 401 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry

Credits: F 3 Cr. (Lecture, recitation)

A systematic presentation of atomic structure and chemical bonding with emphasis on properties, structure, and the reactions of representative members of the various families of the periodic table.

Prerequisite: CHMY 323/324 or CHMY 333/334 Co-requisite: CHMY 361 or CHMY 373

CHMY 404 Advanced Inorganic Techniques

Offered: S  Credits: 3 

 CHMY 404 connects fundamental concepts taught in the Advanced Inorganic Chemistry lecture class (CHMY 401) with experimental case-studies in inorganic chemistry providing a wide-range of modern techniques used for inorganic synthesis and characterization

Prerequisite: C- or better in CHMY 401

CHMY 415 Structure and Bonding in Inorganic Chemistry

Offered: S  Credits: 3 (Lecture)

Students in this class will build on the foundations of inorganic chemistry covered in CHMY 401/501. The focus will be on applying this foundational material to understanding modern frontiers of inorganic chemistry. We will focus largely on solid state and materials chemistry, d-transition metal organometallic chemistry, and the inorganic chemistry of biological systems. Students will gain additional exposure to physical techniques used in modern inorganic chemistry. Readings will come from both a textbook and the chemical literature.

Prerequisite: C- or better in CHMY 401

CHMY 417 Synthetic Chemistry

Credits: F 3 Cr. (Lecture)

Organic and inorganic reaction chemistry for advanced students.  Modern reagents and transformations are treated in detail, alon with relevant theoretical and mechanistic considerations.

Prerequisite: C- or above in CHMY 323/324

CHMY 421 Advanced Instrument Analysis

Credits: S, offered spring semester of odd years. 3 Cr. ( Lecture 2, Lab 1)

An advanced analytical chemistry course which covers modern instrumental methods based on spectrochemical and eletrochemical principles.

Prerequisite: C- or above in CHMY 311 and CHMY 361 or CHMY 371

CHMY 490R Undergraduate Research

Credits: 1-6 per semester: 12 Cr. max

Directed undergraduate research/creative activity which may culminate in a research paper, journal article, or undergraduate thesis.  May be repeated.

CHMY 492 Independent Study

Credits: 1-3 per semester; 6 Cr max

Directed research and study on an individual basis

Prerequisite: Junior standing, consent of instructor, and approval of department head.

CHMY 494 Undergraduate Seminar

Offered: S Credits: 1 

Senior capstone course.  Taught in collaboration with departmental Honors Thesis, CHMY 499.  The chemistry/biochemistry research undergraduate experience constitutes a synthesis of our (bio)chemistry class room and laboratory education.  The projects are orally presented in seminar form, discussed on the basis of acquired knowledge, and analyzed using stringent scientific methods an criteria.  A complete personal resume is prepared. 

Prerequisite or co-requisite: CHMY/BCH 394

CHMY 499 SENIOR THESIS/CAPSTONE

Offered: F, S Credits: 1

Thesis format and style will be illustrated, discussed, and monitored. Draft portions of manuscripts are to be completed on a regular schedule. Required of all candidates for departmental honors.

Prerequisite: CHMY/BCH 490R minimum of 3 credits