Graduate Program

Term Schedule

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Spring 2020

Number	Title	Instructor	Time
CHM 406 INTERFACE OF CHM & BIO BREN K W 3:25PM - 4:40PM
(2 credits) This course will survey recent developments in science at the chemistry-biology interface through directed readings of scientific literature. Effective approaches to science communication will be emphasized. Students will develop and improve communication skills through discussion sessions, a presentation, and writing a short original proposal.. (Spring) BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 114B
CHM 416 (CHM 416) X-RAY CRYSTALLOGRAPHY BRENNESSEL W; NEIDIG M TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
(2 Credits) (formerly CHM 417) - Students will learn the basic principles of X-ray diffraction, symmetry, and space groups. Students will also experience the single crystal diffraction experiment, which includes crystal mounting, data collection, structure solution and refinement, and the reporting of crystallographic data. Weekly assignments: problem sets, simple lab work, or computer work. (Spring, 2nd half of semester.) BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 305 PREREQUISITES: CHM 211, 411, or 415; some understanding of symmetry operations is expected.
CHM 422 ORGANOMETALLIC CHEMISTRY NEIDIG M TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
(2 credits) (formerly CHM 423) - Mechanisms in organometallic reactions. Applications of organometallic compounds in homogeneous catalysis, polymerization, metathesis. (Spring, 1st half of semester). BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 305 PREREQUISITES: CHM 421
CHM 434 ADV PHYSICAL ORGANIC CHEM II DINNOCENZO J MWF 10:50AM - 11:40AM
(4 credits) Structure and reactivity; kinetic, catalysis, medium effects,transition state theory, kinetic isotope effects, photochemistry, reactive intermediates, and mechanisms. Readings in text ("Determination of Organic Reaction Mechanisms," B.K. Carpenter); Problem sets (about four during the semester). Two 75 minutes lectures per week. (Spring). BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 138 PREREQUISITES: One year of organic chemistry or equivalent
CHM 436 AP ORGANOMET CHM TO SYNTH I PARADINE S TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM
(2 Credits) Applications of Organometallic Chemistry to Synthesis I - This module serves as an introduction to transition metal mediated organometallic reactions that are relevant for organic synthesis, with topics including cross-coupling, allylic substitution, and homogeneous hydrogenation. Emphasis will be placed on mechanism, stereo- and site-selectivity, substrate scope, and catalyst development. (Spring, 1st of half semester) BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 105 PREREQUISITES: CHM 421
CHM 437 SYN DESIGN:STRATEGY&TACTICS – MW 12:30PM - 1:45PM
(2 credits) A formalism describing commonly employed strategies and tactics for the analysis of complex problems in organic synthesis will be presented. Examples of such strategies will be compared and contrasted during discussion of published complex molecule syntheses. Two, 75 minute lectures per week. Course Topics: Guidelines for Retrosynthetic Analysis Examination/Evaluation/Comparison/Criticism of the strategies/Tactics Employed in Selected Examples of Classical and Modern Syntheses of Stereochemically Complex Molecules from the Chemical Literature BUILDING: \| ROOM: PREREQUISITES: One year of organic chemistry or equivalent; one semester of undergraduate biochemistry or biology recommended
CHM 438 AP ORGANOMET CHM TO SYNTH II PARADINE S TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM
(2 credits) Applications of Organometallic Chemistry to Synthesis II - The second of two modules where transition metal mediated organometallic reactions employed in organic synthesis will be discussed including their substrate scope, mechanism, and stereo- and/or regiochemical course. The second module will cover a broad range of organometallic reactions. largely those mediated by titanium, zirconium, iron, cobalt, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, silver, and gold (Spring, 2nd of half semester). BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 105 PREREQUISITES: CHM 421, CHM 436
CHM 442 (CHM 252) PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY II HUO P TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
(4 credits) The course covers thermodynamics, equilibrium, statistical mechanics, solutions, and chemical kinetics. There are two 75-minute lectures and one workshop per week. Weekly problem sets are assigned. It begins with a concise example that demonstrates the statistical nature of thermodynamics, followed by discussions of partition functions, and Boltzmann distribution. It is then followed by thermodynamics laws and the microscopic understanding of these laws, with the emphasize on statistical definition of entropy, temperature, heat capacity. It continues with the discussions of various type of free energies and Maxwell's relations. These general principles are then applied to study ideal non-interacting classical and quantum molecular systems. It finishes with the discussions on chemical potentials and phase equilibria, chemical equilibrium, and chemical kinetics. This course uses the Tues/Thurs 8:00 - 9:30 am Common Exam time. BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 202 PREREQUISITES: General chemistry (CHM131 and CHM132 or equivalent), first-semester physics (PHY 113 or equivalent) and calculus (MTH 143 or equivalent).
CHM 452 QUANTUM DYNAMICS FRANCO I MWF 9:00AM - 10:15AM
(4 credits) The goal of this course is to give you familiarity with concepts and methods in modern quantum mechanics that are employed in Chemistry and many-body Science. The course will introduce basic strategies to capture the quantum dynamics of closed systems and those in interaction with a quantum surrounding. Topics include: wave-packet methods in molecular dynamics, second quantization, density matrices, quantum relaxation and decoherence, Green's function techniques, path integral methods. BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 203 PREREQUISITES: CHM 451 Quantum Chemistry I or equivalent
CHM 456 (CHM 456) CHM BONDS:FROM MOLCLS TO MAT KRAUSS T MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM
(4 credits) An introduction to the electronic structure of extended materials systems from both a chemical bonding and a condensed matter physics perspective. The course will discuss materials of all length scales from individual molecules to macroscopic three-dimensional crystals, but will focus on zero, one, and two dimensional inorganic materials at the nanometer scale. Specific topics include semiconductor nanocrystals, quantum wires, carbon nanotubes, and conjugated polymers. Two weekly lectures of 75 minutes each. [Cross Listed: CHM 456 (P), MSC 456, OPT 429] BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 105 PREREQUISITES: CHM 251 or an equivalent course on introductory quantum mechanics
CHM 459 (CHE 456) ELECTROCHEM ENG FUND&APP MUELLER A MW 9:00AM - 10:15AM
No description BUILDING: LCHAS \| ROOM: 124
CHM 459 (CHE 456) ELECTROCHEM ENGG REC MUELLER A R 12:30PM - 1:45PM
No description BUILDING: TODD \| ROOM: 202
CHM 462 (CHM 262) BIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY BREN K TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM
(4 credits) An introduction to the chemical processes of life. Topics to be covered include proteins and nucleic acids, recombinant DNA technology, biological catalysis, and energy transduction. Structure and function of biological macromolecules will be emphasized. Cross listed with CHM 462. Students will not receive credit for BIO 250 AND CHM 262/462. (Spring). BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 138 PREREQUISITES: Minimum of one semester of organic chemistry required
CHM 475 (CHM 275) CHEMISTRY OF POISONS FRONTIER A MW 2:00PM - 3:15PM
(4 credits) In this course, we will explore both the science of poisonous substances and their impact on human history and culture. What is a poison? Where can poisons be found in nature? Who discovered them, and how? Focusing on small molecule poisons, we will study the chemical and biochemical mechanisms underlying their toxicity and discuss how antidotes work. Through case studies, we will examine the wide variety of uses people have found for these compounds, from committing crimes to practicing medicine. Source materials will include historical, literary, and scientific texts, recent essays, and popular culture. BUILDING: MOREY \| ROOM: 205 PREREQUISITES: CHM 171, CHM 172 or CHM 203, CHM 204
CHM 491 MASTER'S READINGS IN CHEM – –
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CHM 493 MASTER'S ESSAY – –
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CHM 495 MASTER'S RESEARCH – –
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CHM 511 CHEMISTRY SEMINAR DINNOCENZO J MF 3:25PM - 6:05PM
No description BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 473
CHM 513 CHEMISTRY COLLOQUIUM DINNOCENZO J F 8:45AM - 10:15AM
No description BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 473
CHM 583 ADV CHEMISTRY SEM&COLLOQUIUM DINNOCENZO J W 4:00PM - 5:55PM
No description BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 140
CHM 583 ADV CHEMISTRY SEM&COLLOQUIUM DINNOCENZO J W 12:00PM - 1:45PM
No description BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 140
CHM 591 PHD READINGS IN CHEMISTRY – –
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CHM 593 SPECIAL TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY – TR 3:25PM - 6:05PM
No description BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 473
CHM 594 INTERNSHIP – –
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CHM 594T PHD TRANSITIONAL INTERNSHIP – –
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CHM 595 PHD RESEARCH IN CHEMISTRY – –
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CHM 595A PHD RESEARCH IN ABSENTIA – –
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CHM 895 CONT OF MASTER'S ENROLLMENT – –
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CHM 897 MASTER'S DISSERTATION – –
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CHM 899 MASTER'S DISSERTATION – –
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CHM 985 LEAVE OF ABSENCE – –
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CHM 986V FULL TIME VISITING STUDENT – –
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CHM 995 CONT OF DOCTORAL ENROLLMENT – –
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CHM 997 DOCTORAL DISSERTATION – –
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CHM 997A DOCT DISSERTATN IN ABSENTIA – –
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CHM 999 DOCTORAL DISSERTATION – –
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CHM 999A DOCT DISSERTATN IN ABSENTIA – –
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Number	Title	Instructor	Time
Monday and Wednesday
CHM 459 (CHE 456) ELECTROCHEM ENG FUND&APP MUELLER A MW 9:00AM - 10:15AM
No description BUILDING: LCHAS \| ROOM: 124
CHM 456 (CHM 456) CHM BONDS:FROM MOLCLS TO MAT KRAUSS T MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM
(4 credits) An introduction to the electronic structure of extended materials systems from both a chemical bonding and a condensed matter physics perspective. The course will discuss materials of all length scales from individual molecules to macroscopic three-dimensional crystals, but will focus on zero, one, and two dimensional inorganic materials at the nanometer scale. Specific topics include semiconductor nanocrystals, quantum wires, carbon nanotubes, and conjugated polymers. Two weekly lectures of 75 minutes each. [Cross Listed: CHM 456 (P), MSC 456, OPT 429] BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 105 PREREQUISITES: CHM 251 or an equivalent course on introductory quantum mechanics
CHM 437 SYN DESIGN:STRATEGY&TACTICS – MW 12:30PM - 1:45PM
(2 credits) A formalism describing commonly employed strategies and tactics for the analysis of complex problems in organic synthesis will be presented. Examples of such strategies will be compared and contrasted during discussion of published complex molecule syntheses. Two, 75 minute lectures per week. Course Topics: Guidelines for Retrosynthetic Analysis Examination/Evaluation/Comparison/Criticism of the strategies/Tactics Employed in Selected Examples of Classical and Modern Syntheses of Stereochemically Complex Molecules from the Chemical Literature BUILDING: \| ROOM: PREREQUISITES: One year of organic chemistry or equivalent; one semester of undergraduate biochemistry or biology recommended
CHM 475 (CHM 275) CHEMISTRY OF POISONS FRONTIER A MW 2:00PM - 3:15PM
(4 credits) In this course, we will explore both the science of poisonous substances and their impact on human history and culture. What is a poison? Where can poisons be found in nature? Who discovered them, and how? Focusing on small molecule poisons, we will study the chemical and biochemical mechanisms underlying their toxicity and discuss how antidotes work. Through case studies, we will examine the wide variety of uses people have found for these compounds, from committing crimes to practicing medicine. Source materials will include historical, literary, and scientific texts, recent essays, and popular culture. BUILDING: MOREY \| ROOM: 205 PREREQUISITES: CHM 171, CHM 172 or CHM 203, CHM 204
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
CHM 452 QUANTUM DYNAMICS FRANCO I MWF 9:00AM - 10:15AM
(4 credits) The goal of this course is to give you familiarity with concepts and methods in modern quantum mechanics that are employed in Chemistry and many-body Science. The course will introduce basic strategies to capture the quantum dynamics of closed systems and those in interaction with a quantum surrounding. Topics include: wave-packet methods in molecular dynamics, second quantization, density matrices, quantum relaxation and decoherence, Green's function techniques, path integral methods. BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 203 PREREQUISITES: CHM 451 Quantum Chemistry I or equivalent
CHM 434 ADV PHYSICAL ORGANIC CHEM II DINNOCENZO J MWF 10:50AM - 11:40AM
(4 credits) Structure and reactivity; kinetic, catalysis, medium effects,transition state theory, kinetic isotope effects, photochemistry, reactive intermediates, and mechanisms. Readings in text ("Determination of Organic Reaction Mechanisms," B.K. Carpenter); Problem sets (about four during the semester). Two 75 minutes lectures per week. (Spring). BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 138 PREREQUISITES: One year of organic chemistry or equivalent
Monday and Friday
CHM 511 CHEMISTRY SEMINAR DINNOCENZO J MF 3:25PM - 6:05PM
No description BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 473
Tuesday and Thursday
CHM 416 (CHM 416) X-RAY CRYSTALLOGRAPHY BRENNESSEL W; NEIDIG M TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
(2 Credits) (formerly CHM 417) - Students will learn the basic principles of X-ray diffraction, symmetry, and space groups. Students will also experience the single crystal diffraction experiment, which includes crystal mounting, data collection, structure solution and refinement, and the reporting of crystallographic data. Weekly assignments: problem sets, simple lab work, or computer work. (Spring, 2nd half of semester.) BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 305 PREREQUISITES: CHM 211, 411, or 415; some understanding of symmetry operations is expected.
CHM 422 ORGANOMETALLIC CHEMISTRY NEIDIG M TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
(2 credits) (formerly CHM 423) - Mechanisms in organometallic reactions. Applications of organometallic compounds in homogeneous catalysis, polymerization, metathesis. (Spring, 1st half of semester). BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 305 PREREQUISITES: CHM 421
CHM 442 (CHM 252) PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY II HUO P TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
(4 credits) The course covers thermodynamics, equilibrium, statistical mechanics, solutions, and chemical kinetics. There are two 75-minute lectures and one workshop per week. Weekly problem sets are assigned. It begins with a concise example that demonstrates the statistical nature of thermodynamics, followed by discussions of partition functions, and Boltzmann distribution. It is then followed by thermodynamics laws and the microscopic understanding of these laws, with the emphasize on statistical definition of entropy, temperature, heat capacity. It continues with the discussions of various type of free energies and Maxwell's relations. These general principles are then applied to study ideal non-interacting classical and quantum molecular systems. It finishes with the discussions on chemical potentials and phase equilibria, chemical equilibrium, and chemical kinetics. This course uses the Tues/Thurs 8:00 - 9:30 am Common Exam time. BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 202 PREREQUISITES: General chemistry (CHM131 and CHM132 or equivalent), first-semester physics (PHY 113 or equivalent) and calculus (MTH 143 or equivalent).
CHM 436 AP ORGANOMET CHM TO SYNTH I PARADINE S TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM
(2 Credits) Applications of Organometallic Chemistry to Synthesis I - This module serves as an introduction to transition metal mediated organometallic reactions that are relevant for organic synthesis, with topics including cross-coupling, allylic substitution, and homogeneous hydrogenation. Emphasis will be placed on mechanism, stereo- and site-selectivity, substrate scope, and catalyst development. (Spring, 1st of half semester) BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 105 PREREQUISITES: CHM 421
CHM 438 AP ORGANOMET CHM TO SYNTH II PARADINE S TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM
(2 credits) Applications of Organometallic Chemistry to Synthesis II - The second of two modules where transition metal mediated organometallic reactions employed in organic synthesis will be discussed including their substrate scope, mechanism, and stereo- and/or regiochemical course. The second module will cover a broad range of organometallic reactions. largely those mediated by titanium, zirconium, iron, cobalt, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, silver, and gold (Spring, 2nd of half semester). BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 105 PREREQUISITES: CHM 421, CHM 436
CHM 462 (CHM 262) BIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY BREN K TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM
(4 credits) An introduction to the chemical processes of life. Topics to be covered include proteins and nucleic acids, recombinant DNA technology, biological catalysis, and energy transduction. Structure and function of biological macromolecules will be emphasized. Cross listed with CHM 462. Students will not receive credit for BIO 250 AND CHM 262/462. (Spring). BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 138 PREREQUISITES: Minimum of one semester of organic chemistry required
CHM 593 SPECIAL TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY – TR 3:25PM - 6:05PM
No description BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 473
Wednesday
CHM 583 ADV CHEMISTRY SEM&COLLOQUIUM DINNOCENZO J W 12:00PM - 1:45PM
No description BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 140
CHM 406 INTERFACE OF CHM & BIO BREN K W 3:25PM - 4:40PM
(2 credits) This course will survey recent developments in science at the chemistry-biology interface through directed readings of scientific literature. Effective approaches to science communication will be emphasized. Students will develop and improve communication skills through discussion sessions, a presentation, and writing a short original proposal.. (Spring) BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 114B
CHM 583 ADV CHEMISTRY SEM&COLLOQUIUM DINNOCENZO J W 4:00PM - 5:55PM
No description BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 140
Thursday
CHM 459 (CHE 456) ELECTROCHEM ENGG REC MUELLER A R 12:30PM - 1:45PM
No description BUILDING: TODD \| ROOM: 202
Friday
CHM 513 CHEMISTRY COLLOQUIUM DINNOCENZO J F 8:45AM - 10:15AM
No description BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 473
TBA
CHM 491 MASTER'S READINGS IN CHEM – –
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CHM 493 MASTER'S ESSAY – –
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CHM 495 MASTER'S RESEARCH – –
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CHM 591 PHD READINGS IN CHEMISTRY – –
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CHM 594 INTERNSHIP – –
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CHM 594T PHD TRANSITIONAL INTERNSHIP – –
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CHM 595 PHD RESEARCH IN CHEMISTRY – –
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CHM 595A PHD RESEARCH IN ABSENTIA – –
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CHM 895 CONT OF MASTER'S ENROLLMENT – –
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CHM 897 MASTER'S DISSERTATION – –
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CHM 899 MASTER'S DISSERTATION – –
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CHM 985 LEAVE OF ABSENCE – –
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CHM 986V FULL TIME VISITING STUDENT – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM:
CHM 995 CONT OF DOCTORAL ENROLLMENT – –
No description BUILDING: \| ROOM:
CHM 997 DOCTORAL DISSERTATION – –
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CHM 997A DOCT DISSERTATN IN ABSENTIA – –
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CHM 999 DOCTORAL DISSERTATION – –
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CHM 999A DOCT DISSERTATN IN ABSENTIA – –
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