CHE 401: Undergraduate Research.* This course is designed to give chemistry majors an opportunity to conduct independent research, using techniques in synthesis, analysis, and applications of basic chemical theory. A formal oral presentation of the findings of the student's project is required. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. CREDIT: ONE TO FOUR SEMESTER HOURS.

CHE 402: Chemistry Seminar.* Students will undertake a review of the chemical literature and give an oral presentation on a specific topic at the end of their course. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. CREDIT: ONE SEMESTER HOUR.

CHE 407: Physical Chemistry I. Introduction to the theory and application of thermodynamics, molecular kinetics, and chemical kinetics. (Three hours of lecture, three hours of laboratory per week). Prerequisites: CHE 102 and MAT 131. CREDIT: FOUR SEMESTER HOURS.

CHE 409: Physical Chemistry II. A continuation of CHE 407. Introduction to quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, and molecular spectroscopy. (Three hours of lecture, three hours of laboratory per week). Prerequisite: CHE 407. CREDIT: FOUR SEMESTER HOURS.

CHE 412: Inorganic Chemistry. Quantum theory of atomic structure, molecular structure including introduction to group theory and bonding theories, solid state structure, acid-base theories, transition elements and coordination chemistry (structure, bonding, and basic mechanisms). (Three hours of lecture per week). Prerequisites: CHE 102. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.

CHE 414: Instrumental Analysis. Theory and modern methods of instrumental analysis, with emphasis on spectrophotometric, chromatographic, and electroanalytical techniques. (Two hours of lecture, four hours of laboratory per week). Prerequisite: CHE 102. CREDIT: FOUR SEMESTER HOURS.

CIT 100: Introduction to Information Technology. This course introduces concepts, issues, techniques and processes needed for completing and managing information technology projects. Topics include history, trends and the human impact of information technology. Project management tools, techniques and concepts are also introduced. Teamwork, team building methods, and oral and written communication are emphasized. CREDIT: THREE SEMESTER HOURS.

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