Department of Chemistry
Minor in Chemistry
Students on Summer 2024, Fall 2024, or Spring 2025 requirements CHEMMIN
Requirements
The minor requires at least 17 credit hours, including the requirements listed below.
- Core.
- Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I. One (1) course:
- CHEM-C 105 Principles of Chemistry I
- CHEM-C 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I
- CHEM-H 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I, Honors
- CHEM-J 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry for Science Majors
CHEM-C 105 Principles of Chemistry I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Basic principles, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, atomic and molecular structure, gases, solution, and topics in descriptive chemistry.
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CHEM-C 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- (CHEM-C 101 and CHEM-C 121) or CHEM-C 103 or (chemistry placement examinations and consent of the department)
- Description
- Lecture course covering basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry, basic mathematical and conceptual principles in atomic structure and periodic properties, molecular structure, chemical bonding, energy (thermochemistry), kinetics, equilibrium and thermodynamics.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of the following: CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117.
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CHEM-H 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I, Honors
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Chemistry placement examination; and consent of department
- Description
- An honors course for students with unusual aptitude or preparation. Covers basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry, basic mathematical and conceptual principles in atomic structure and periodic properties, molecular structure, chemical bonding, energy (thermochemistry), kinetics, equilibrium and thermodynamics.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-S 117, or CHEM-H 117.
CHEM-J 117 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry for Science Majors
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Chemistry placement examination; and consent of the department
- Description
- A course for well-prepared science majors. Lecture course covering basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 105, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
- Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory. One (1) course:
- CHEM-C 125 Experimental Chemistry I
- CHEM-C 127 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory
- CHEM-H 127 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory, Honors
- CHEM-X 150 ASURE Chemistry Research Lab I
CHEM-C 125 Experimental Chemistry I
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduction to laboratory experimentation, with particular emphasis on the collection and use of experimental data, some properties of solutions, stoichiometry, and synthesis.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H127, or CHEM-X 150
CHEM-C 127 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- P or C: CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117 or CHEM-J 117.
- Description
- Basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry that align with the topics in CHEM-C 117. Chemical bonding (atomic structure, molecular structure, molecular orbital theory, and non-covalent interactions), macroscopic properties (energy, kinetics, equilibrium, and thermodynamics). Hands-on laboratory techniques in chemistry necessary for success in later chemistry laboratory courses, especially organic chemistry.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, or CHEM-X 150.
CHEM-H 127 Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I Laboratory, Honors
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- P or C: CHEM-H 117 or CHEM-J 117
- Description
- Basic principles of chemistry and biochemistry that align with the topics in CHEM-J 117 and CHEM-H 117. Hands-on laboratory techniques in chemistry necessary for success in later chemistry laboratory courses, including course-based undergraduate research project.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, or CHEM-X 150
CHEM-X 150 ASURE Chemistry Research Lab I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- P or C: CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, or CHEM-J 117 with a grade of C- or higher
- Description
- First in a two-lab sequence for students in the Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Research Experience (ASURE) program. Students engage in guided research in teams. The research area of the class will vary by section and be determined by the faculty member associated with the section.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 125, CHEM-C 127, CHEM-H 127, or CHEM-X 150.
- Organic Chemistry I. One (1) course:
- CHEM-C 341 Organic Chemistry I Lectures
- CHEM-H 341 Organic Chemistry I Lectures, Honors
- CHEM-J 341 Principles of Organic Chemistry I
CHEM-C 341 Organic Chemistry I Lectures
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 106, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-C 243, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
- Description
- Chemistry of carbon compounds. Nomenclature; qualitative theory of valence; structure and reactions. Syntheses and reactions of major classes of monofunctional compounds.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 341, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341.
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CHEM-H 341 Organic Chemistry I Lectures, Honors
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- Grade of B+ or higher in CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117; or consent of instructor
- Description
- For students with unusually good aptitude or preparation. Chemistry of carbon compounds. Nomenclature; qualitative theory of valence; structure and reactions. Syntheses and reactions of major classes of monofunctional compounds.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 341, CHEM-J 341, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341.
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CHEM-J 341 Principles of Organic Chemistry I
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 106, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-C 243, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117
- Description
- Chemistry of carbon compounds. Nomenclature; qualitative theory of valence; structure and reactions. Syntheses and reactions of major classes of monofunctional compounds. At the level appropriate for chemistry and biochemistry majors.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 341, CHEM-J 341, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341.
- Principles of Chemistry and Biochemistry I. One (1) course:
- Electives. Nine (9) credit hours:
- CHEM-A 314 Biological and Environmental Chemical Analysis
- CHEM-B 486 Gene Expression and Physiology
- CHEM-C 317 Equilibria and Electrochemistry
- CHEM-C 318 Spectrochemistry and Separations
- CHEM-C 321 Advanced and Nanoscale Materials
- CHEM-C 342 Organic Chemistry II Lectures
- CHEM-C 360 Introductory Physical Chemistry
- CHEM-C 361 Physical Chemistry of Bulk Matter
- CHEM-C 362 Physical Chemistry of Molecules
- CHEM-C 372 Chemistry with Molecular Modeling
- CHEM-C 416 Surface Analysis and Surface Chemistry
- CHEM-C 430 Inorganic Chemistry
- CHEM-C 432 Spectroscopic Methods in Inorganic Chemistry
- CHEM-C 443 Organic Spectroscopy
- CHEM-C 446 Organic Chemistry III
- CHEM-C 460 Nuclear Chemistry
- CHEM-C 481 Physical Biochemistry
- CHEM-C 483 Biological Chemistry
- CHEM-C 484 Biomolecules and Catabolism
- CHEM-C 485 Biosynthetic Pathways and Control of Metabolism
- CHEM-H 342 Organic Chemistry II Lectures, Honors
- CHEM-J 342 Principles of Organic Chemistry II
- CHEM-M 401 Introduction to Hard Materials
- CHEM-M 402 Introduction to Soft Materials
- CHEM-N 331 Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry
- CHEM-N 337 Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
- CHEM-X 325 ASURE Chemistry Research Lab II
CHEM-A 314 Biological and Environmental Chemical Analysis
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 341, CHEM-J 341, CHEM-S 341, or CHEM-R 340; and MATH-M 119, MATH-M 211, or MATH-S 211
- Description
- Theory and application of analytical techniques, including statistical treatment of data, spectroscopy, separation methods, electroanalytical methods, radioisotopes, and immunological methods.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-A 314 or CHEM-C 318.
CHEM-B 486 Gene Expression and Physiology
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 484 or consent of instructor
- Description
- Biosynthesis of macromolecules, control of gene expression, advanced topics in biochemistry.
CHEM-C 317 Equilibria and Electrochemistry
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- A grade of C- or higher in CHEM-C 341, CHEM-J 341, CHEM-S 341, or CHEM-R 340; and MATH-M 211, MATH-S 211, or MATH-M 213
- Description
- Treatment of analytical data; chemical equilibrium; redox titrations; electrochemical theory; potentiometry; voltammetry; coulometry.
CHEM-C 318 Spectrochemistry and Separations
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- A grade of C- or higher in CHEM-C 341, CHEM-J 341, CHEM-S 341, or CHEM-R 340; and MATH-M 211, MATH-S 211, or MATH-M 213
- Description
- Ultraviolet, visible, infrared, and luminescence spectrophotometry; flame and electrical discharge techniques; X-ray and mass spectrometric methods; phase equilibria and extractions; counter current distribution; gas, thin-layer liquid, and high-performance liquid chromatography.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-A 314; or CHEM-C 317 and CHEM-C 318.
CHEM-C 321 Advanced and Nanoscale Materials
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- [CHEM-C 342, CHEM-J 342 or CHEM-S 342; and CHEM-C 343, CHEM-J 343, or CHEM-X 325]; or [PHYS-P 202 or PHYS-P 222]; or consent of instructor
- Description
- Interdisciplinary course bridges chemistry, materials science, physics and biology by focusing on concepts crucial to understanding the structure-function relationships of materials and their nanoscale properties. Elucidates these concepts through study of contemporary and advanced materials: e.g., metal and magnetic nanoparticles, semiconductor quantum dots, biomaterials, polymers, surfactants, and liquid crystals.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 321 or CHEM-C 420.
CHEM-C 342 Organic Chemistry II Lectures
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 341, CHEM-J 341, CHEM-S 341, or CHEM-R 340 with a grade of C- or higher
- Description
- Syntheses and reactions of polyfunctional compounds, natural and industrial products.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 341, CHEM-J 341, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 341; and CHEM-C 342, CHEM-J 342, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 342.
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CHEM-C 360 Introductory Physical Chemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 106, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-S 117, or CHEM-C 243; and MATH-M 119, MATH-V 119, MATH-M 212, or MATH-S 212; and PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, or PHYS-P 221
- Description
- Elements of thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, molecular quantum states, and spectroscopy. For students not intending to specialize in physical sciences.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 360 or CHEM-C 361.
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CHEM-C 361 Physical Chemistry of Bulk Matter
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 106, CHEM-S 106, CHEM-C 243, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, or CHEM-S 117; and MATH-M 212 or MATH-S 212; and PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222.
- Description
- Thermodynamics laws, free energy and chemical potentials, gases and dilute solutions, phase transitions, colligative properties, chemical equilibria, ionic solutions, chemical kinetics and transport processes, current topics.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 360 or CHEM-C 361.
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CHEM-C 362 Physical Chemistry of Molecules
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 106, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-C 243, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-S 106, or CHEM-S 117; and MATH-M 212 or MATH-S 212; and PHYS-H 222, PHYS-P 202, or PHYS-P 222
- Notes
- R: CHEM-N 331 and MATH-M 311
- Description
- Quantum states and spectroscopy of molecules, statistical thermodynamics, and elementary kinetic theory, current topics.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 360 or CHEM-C 362.
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CHEM-C 372 Chemistry with Molecular Modeling
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 341, CHEM-J 341, or CHEM-H 341; and MATH-M 119, MATH-V 119, MATH-M 212, or MATH-S 212; and PHYS-H 221, PHYS-P 201, or PHYS-P 221
- Description
- Focuses on computational prediction of the structure and properties of a single molecule or a series of a few related molecules. Molecular properties covered include molecular geometries; electronic distribution and molecular orbitals; molecular energetics and thermochemistry; molecular spectra such as IR and UV-Vis spectra; and intermolecular interactions.
CHEM-C 416 Surface Analysis and Surface Chemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 360 or CHEM-C 361; or consent of instructor
- Description
- An overview of the modern instrumental techniques of surface analysis will be presented, together with a survey of their applications to solve surface chemical problems. Topics include electron and ion spectroscopies, SIMS, LEED, thermal desorption spectroscopy, surface electron and ion microscopies, catalysis, microelectronics fabrication, and corrosion.
CHEM-C 430 Inorganic Chemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 106, CHEM-N 330, or CHEM-N 331
- Notes
- R: CHEM-C 362
- Description
- Structure and bonding of inorganic compounds; survey of chemistry of the Periodic Table, group theory, electronic spectroscopy of coordination compounds, organometallic compounds, catalysis, mechanisms, and reactions.
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CHEM-C 432 Spectroscopic Methods in Inorganic Chemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 360 or CHEM-C 361; and CHEM-C 430
- Description
- Chemical applications of group theory and the elucidation of structure and bonding in inorganic molecules and complexes by vibrational, nuclear magnetic resonance, Mossbauer, and electronic absorption spectroscopy.
CHEM-C 443 Organic Spectroscopy
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 342, CHEM-J 342, or CHEM-S 342; and CHEM-C 343, CHEM-J 343, or CHEM-X 325
- Description
- Elucidation of molecular structures by use of IR, UV, NMR, mass spectroscopy, and other methods.
CHEM-C 446 Organic Chemistry III
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 342, CHEM-J 342, or CHEM-S 342
- Description
- Further develops concepts introduced in Organic Chemistry I and II. Advanced topics include retrosynthesis, kinetics, catalysis, organometallic chemistry, FO theory and pericyclic reactions, heterocycles, mechanism, radicals and carbenes, polymers, solid phase synthesis of peptides and organic synthesis.
CHEM-C 460 Nuclear Chemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- P or C: CHEM-C 360, CHEM-C 361, or CHEM-C 362
- Description
- Fundamentals of nuclear behavior; nuclear properties, radioactive decay, and nuclear reactions; applications of nuclear phenomena, biological effects of radiation, nuclear analytical techniques, tracers, radioisotope dating, nuclear power, and the origin of the chemical elements.
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CHEM-C 481 Physical Biochemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 361 or CHEM-P 360; and CHEM-C 484
- Description
- Physical chemistry of biological macromolecules; structure and conformation of proteins and nucleic acids; thermodynamics and kinetics of biochemical reactions.
CHEM-C 483 Biological Chemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 342, CHEM-J 342, CHEM-S 342 or CHEM-R 340
- Description
- Introduction to structure, chemical properties, and interrelationships of biological substances.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 383, CHEM-C 483, or CHEM-C 484.
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CHEM-C 484 Biomolecules and Catabolism
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 342, CHEM-J 342, or CHEM-S 342
- Description
- Structure and function of cellular components and the generation of phosphate-bond energy.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 383, CHEM-C 483, or CHEM-C 484.
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CHEM-C 485 Biosynthetic Pathways and Control of Metabolism
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 484
- Description
- Biosynthetic pathways, control of metabolism, and drug design.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 483; or CHEM-C 484 and CHEM-C 485.
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CHEM-H 342 Organic Chemistry II Lectures, Honors
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-H 341 or CHEM-S 341
- Description
- Special course for students with unusually good aptitude or preparation, covering same subject matter as CHEM-C 342.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 342, CHEM-R 340, or CHEM-S 342.
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CHEM-J 342 Principles of Organic Chemistry II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 341, CHEM-J 341, or CHEM-S 341 with a grade of C- or higher
- Description
- Emphasizes structural, reactivity, and mechanistic principles to understand syntheses and reactions of polyfunctional compounds at the level appropriate for chemistry and biochemistry majors.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 342, CHEM-J 342, or CHEM-S 342.
CHEM-M 401 Introduction to Hard Materials
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 321
- Description
- Introduction to the structure, characterization, properties, and synthesis of bulk inorganic solids and nanomaterials. Discussion of nanoscale materials and hot topics will be included. This knowledge will equip students with the ability to understand the structure-function properties of inorganic and nanoscale materials.
CHEM-M 402 Introduction to Soft Materials
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 321
- Description
- This interdisciplinary course bridges chemistry, materials science, engineering, physics, and biology by focusing on concepts crucial to understanding phenomena in soft materials. These concepts are elucidated through the study and discussion of contemporary and advanced materials; for example, nanoparticles, polymers, surfactants, liquid crystals, and biological materials.
CHEM-N 331 Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- (CHEM-C 342, CHEM-J 342, CHEM-S 342, or CHEM-R 340); and (CHEM-C 343, CHEM-J 343, or CHEM-X 325)
- Notes
- R: Usually taken concurrently with CHEM-N 337
- Description
- Focuses on structure, bonding, and reaction mechanisms of inorganic compounds using molecular orbital theory as a basis for metal-ligand interaction. Compounds covered include transition metal coordination compounds, organometallic compounds, and bioinorganic complexes. Other topics include redox chemistry, nuclear chemistry, and an introduction to solid-state chemistry.
CHEM-N 337 Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- P or C: CHEM-N 331
- Description
- Focuses on the application of foundational material covered in CHEM-N 331. Lab works includes synthesis of transition metal complexes and investigation of structure and bonding using multiple spectroscopic techniques. Base-level computations will be carried out in support of lab work. Also emphasizes the development of professional writing skills.
CHEM-X 325 ASURE Chemistry Research Lab II
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-X 150 with a grade of C- or higher
- Description
- Second in a two-lab sequence for students in the Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Research Experience (ASURE) program. Students engage in guided research in teams. The research area of the class will vary by section and be determined by the faculty member associated with the section.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-X 325, CHEM-C 343, CHEM-J 343, or CHEM-S 343.
- Minor GPA, Hours, and Minimum Grade Requirements.
- Minor GPA. A GPA of at least 2.000 for all courses taken in the minor—including those where a grade lower than C- is earned—is required.
- Minor Minimum Grade. Except for the GPA requirement, a grade of C- or higher is required for a course to count toward a requirement in the minor.
- Minor Upper Division Credit Hours. At least 9 credit hours in the minor must be completed at the 300–499 level.
- Minor Residency. At least 12 credit hours in the minor must be completed in courses taken through the Indiana University Bloomington campus or an IU-administered or IU co-sponsored Overseas Study program.
Minor Area Courses
-
Unless otherwise noted below, the following courses are considered in the academic program and will count toward academic program requirements as appropriate:
- Any course at the 100–499 level with the
CHEM
subject area prefix—as well as any other subject areas that are deemed functionally equivalent - Any course contained on the course lists for the academic program requirements at the time the course is taken—as well as any other courses that are deemed functionally equivalent—except for those listed only under Addenda Requirements
- Any course directed to a non-Addenda requirement through an approved exception
- Any course at the 100–499 level with the
Exclusions
The following courses cannot be applied toward minor requirements:
- CHEM-C 240 Problem Solving in Organic Chemistry
- CHEM-C 243 Supplemental General Chemistry
- CHEM-C 383 Human Biochemistry
- CHEM-X 499 Chemical Research Capstone
CHEM-C 240 Problem Solving in Organic Chemistry
- Credits
- 1
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 106, CHEM-C 117, CHEM-H 117, CHEM-J 117, CHEM-S 117, or CHEM-C 243
- Description
- Problem-solving course aimed at boosting student success while taking CHEM-C 341. Students will be guided through problem-solving and success strategies for science classes.
- Repeatability
- May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credit hours.
CHEM-C 243 Supplemental General Chemistry
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 105 with a grade of C- or higher
- Description
- For transfer students with General Chemistry I credit from regional campuses or other colleges who plan to take organic chemistry. Equilibrium, kinetics, and thermodynamics will be covered. General Chemistry I plus this course is strongly recommended as preparation for CHEM-C 341.
CHEM-C 383 Human Biochemistry
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CHEM-C 341, CHEM-J 341, CHEM-S 341, or CHEM-R 340 with a grade of C- or higher
- Description
- Introduction to macromolecular structure, central metabolism, and chemical basis of biological information flow.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CHEM-C 383, CHEM-C 483, or CHEM-C 484.
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CHEM-X 499 Chemical Research Capstone
- Credits
- 2
- Prerequisites
- Consent of research director and department; and two semesters of CHEM-C 409 or CHEM-X 399
- Description
- For outstanding students in research. A written research thesis with oral presentation is required.
- Repeatability
- CHEM-X 399 and CHEM-X 499 may not be taken concurrently during the same semester. Credit given for only one of CHEM-G 410 or CHEM-X 499.
This program of study cannot be combined with the following:
- Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry (BIOCBA)
- Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry (CHEMBA)
- Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry (BIOCBS)
- Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (CHEMBS)
- [Name unavailable] (CHEMTSBA)
- [Name unavailable] (CHEMTSBS)
Exceptions to and substitutions for minor requirements may be made with the approval of the unit's Director of Undergraduate Studies, subject to final approval by the College of Arts and Sciences.