Graduate Program

Term Schedule

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Spring 2019

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 410 FRONTIER RSCH CHEM & BIO FASAN R R 4:50PM - 6:05PM
No description BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 114B
CHM 416 (CHM 416) X-RAY CRYSTALLOGRAPHY MATSON E; BRENNESSEL W 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 MATSON E; JONES W 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 425 PHYS METHDS IN INORGANIC CHM NEIDIG M TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM
Molecular and electronic structure determination of inorganic compounds and metal complexes; spectroscopic and physical methods that are used in inorganic chemistry. The main focus will be practical rather than theoretical. The course will culminate in a project that combines techniques to answer questions about coordination complexes. (Spring semester, 4 credits) BUILDING: MOREY \| ROOM: 205 PREREQUISITES: CHM 211/411 and CHM 415; a strong working knowledge of group theory can substitute for the CHM 415 requirement with the permission of the instructor.
CHM 434 ADVANCED PHYSICAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II DINNOCENZO J MWF 10:50AM - 11:40AM
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 437 SYN DESIGN:STRATEGY&TACTICS FRONTIER A MW 12:30PM - 1:45PM
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: HUTCH \| ROOM: 118 PREREQUISITES: One year of organic chemistry or equivalent; one semester of undergraduate biochemistry or biology recommended
CHM 440 BIO ORGANIC CHEMISTRY FASAN R TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
(Formerly CHM 437) - An introduction to bioorganic chemistry and chemical biology. The course will present a survey of how the principles of organic chemistry have been applied to understand and exploit biological phenomena and address fundamental questions in life sciences. The course is primarily based upon the primary literature. Covered topics include the design and mechanism of enzyme mimics and small molecule catalysts (organocatalysts), synthesis and chemical modification of biomolecules (oligonucleotides, proteins, oligosaccharides), design and application of oligonucleotide and peptide mimetics, and chemical approaches to proteomic and genetic analyses. Not open to freshmen and sophomores. BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 138 PREREQUISITES: One year of organic chemistry or equivalent; one semester of undergraduate biochemistry or biology recommended
CHM 455 (CHM 455) THERMODYNAMICS & STAT MECH FRANCO I MWF 9:00AM - 10:15AM
(4 credits) The course draws connections between the orderly and chaotic behavior of simple and complex systems, laying the foundations of statistical equilibrium and equilibrium thermodynamics. The different phases of matter (gases, liquids, solid) assumed by bulk classical interacting particles and their transitions are discussed in this approximation. Properties of non-interacting quantal systems are expressed in terms of partition functions, for gases of simple and complex particles. Non-equilibrium statistical behavior of multi-particle systems leads to diffusion and other transport phenomena. Reading assignments and homework. Two weekly lectures of 75 minutes. [Cross Listed:CHE 455, CHM 455 (P), MSC 455] BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 105 PREREQUISITES: One year of physical chemistry (CHM 251 & CHM 252), or equivalent.
CHM 456 (CHM 456) Chemical Bonds: From Molecules to Materials KRAUSS T MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM
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 with OPT 429. (Spring). BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 105 PREREQUISITES: CHM 251 or an equivalent course on introductory quantum mechanics
CHM 462 (CHM 262) BIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY BREN K TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM
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 486 (CHM 286) ENERGY, SCIENCE, TECH & SO SCHROEDER W TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM
(4 credits) Course Topics: Interdisciplinary course on contemporary energy issues, part of a “sustainability minor.” Historical development, present state and projected demands of US- American energy production and distribution within the boundary conditions of climate change and global competition. Scientific-technological knowledge of energy production and distribution technologies, energy efficiency. Strategic issues of production technologies: scalability, environmental and biological risks. Present energy policies and prospects for sustainable energy strategies. Student research projects use published data and simulated model energy scenarios. BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 203 PREREQUISITES: Not Open to Freshmen
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
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CHM 594 INTERNSHIP – –
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CHM 594T PHD TRANSITIONAL INTERNSHIP BREN K –
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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 456 (CHM 456) Chemical Bonds: From Molecules to Materials KRAUSS T MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM
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 with OPT 429. (Spring). BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 105 PREREQUISITES: CHM 251 or an equivalent course on introductory quantum mechanics
CHM 437 SYN DESIGN:STRATEGY&TACTICS FRONTIER A MW 12:30PM - 1:45PM
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: HUTCH \| ROOM: 118 PREREQUISITES: One year of organic chemistry or equivalent; one semester of undergraduate biochemistry or biology recommended
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
CHM 455 (CHM 455) THERMODYNAMICS & STAT MECH FRANCO I MWF 9:00AM - 10:15AM
(4 credits) The course draws connections between the orderly and chaotic behavior of simple and complex systems, laying the foundations of statistical equilibrium and equilibrium thermodynamics. The different phases of matter (gases, liquids, solid) assumed by bulk classical interacting particles and their transitions are discussed in this approximation. Properties of non-interacting quantal systems are expressed in terms of partition functions, for gases of simple and complex particles. Non-equilibrium statistical behavior of multi-particle systems leads to diffusion and other transport phenomena. Reading assignments and homework. Two weekly lectures of 75 minutes. [Cross Listed:CHE 455, CHM 455 (P), MSC 455] BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 105 PREREQUISITES: One year of physical chemistry (CHM 251 & CHM 252), or equivalent.
CHM 434 ADVANCED PHYSICAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II DINNOCENZO J MWF 10:50AM - 11:40AM
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 MATSON E; BRENNESSEL W 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 MATSON E; JONES W 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 440 BIO ORGANIC CHEMISTRY FASAN R TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
(Formerly CHM 437) - An introduction to bioorganic chemistry and chemical biology. The course will present a survey of how the principles of organic chemistry have been applied to understand and exploit biological phenomena and address fundamental questions in life sciences. The course is primarily based upon the primary literature. Covered topics include the design and mechanism of enzyme mimics and small molecule catalysts (organocatalysts), synthesis and chemical modification of biomolecules (oligonucleotides, proteins, oligosaccharides), design and application of oligonucleotide and peptide mimetics, and chemical approaches to proteomic and genetic analyses. Not open to freshmen and sophomores. BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 138 PREREQUISITES: One year of organic chemistry or equivalent; one semester of undergraduate biochemistry or biology recommended
CHM 425 PHYS METHDS IN INORGANIC CHM NEIDIG M TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM
Molecular and electronic structure determination of inorganic compounds and metal complexes; spectroscopic and physical methods that are used in inorganic chemistry. The main focus will be practical rather than theoretical. The course will culminate in a project that combines techniques to answer questions about coordination complexes. (Spring semester, 4 credits) BUILDING: MOREY \| ROOM: 205 PREREQUISITES: CHM 211/411 and CHM 415; a strong working knowledge of group theory can substitute for the CHM 415 requirement with the permission of the instructor.
CHM 486 (CHM 286) ENERGY, SCIENCE, TECH & SO SCHROEDER W TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM
(4 credits) Course Topics: Interdisciplinary course on contemporary energy issues, part of a “sustainability minor.” Historical development, present state and projected demands of US- American energy production and distribution within the boundary conditions of climate change and global competition. Scientific-technological knowledge of energy production and distribution technologies, energy efficiency. Strategic issues of production technologies: scalability, environmental and biological risks. Present energy policies and prospects for sustainable energy strategies. Student research projects use published data and simulated model energy scenarios. BUILDING: HYLAN \| ROOM: 203 PREREQUISITES: Not Open to Freshmen
CHM 462 (CHM 262) BIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY BREN K TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM
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 410 FRONTIER RSCH CHEM & BIO FASAN R R 4:50PM - 6:05PM
No description BUILDING: HUTCH \| ROOM: 114B
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 BREN K –
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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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