Department of Chemistry
Mission Statement
The mission of the Department of Chemistry is to expand the frontiers of the chemical sciences by promoting discovery and collaboration through research; to inspire and educate the next generation to be excellent, responsible and ethical chemists; and to maintain a respectful, diverse and collegial environment for the sharing of ideas among our students, colleagues, and the greater community.
General Information
The faculty, students and staff of the Department of Chemistry study how reactions occur, make new materials to enhance current technologies, develop compounds that fight disease, create cleaner and more efficient processes for industry, and make many other fundamental discoveries that benefit society. Our research covers all of the major areas, including: Analytical, Biological, Inorganic, Organic, Medicinal and Physical Chemistry. The goal of the program is to produce independent and creative scientists who have discipline-specific knowledge, technical and analytical training, and strong critical thinking and communication skills, such that they are prepared to succeed in the multitude of careers available to graduates in the chemical sciences. Our award-winning faculty and state-of-the-art laboratory facilities provide students with opportunities for personal mentorship during individualized undergraduate research projects.
Degrees
The Department of Chemistry offers a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree in Chemistry, a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Degree in Chemistry, and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree in Biochemistry, as well as a minor in Chemistry.
The B.S. Degree in Chemistry is designed to provide students with a rigorous preparation for a professional career in the chemical sciences. The degree is certified by the American Chemical Society and ensures that graduates have broad knowledge of the central concepts of analytical, biological, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry, as well as laboratory skills that can be applied in a variety of careers. These may include, for example, drug discovery, chemical synthesis, forensics, cheminformatics, agriculture and food production, patent law, environmental protection, energy production and storage, water treatment, toxicology, new materials and coatings development, and hazardous waste management, to name but a few.
The B.S. Degree in Biochemistry provides a foundation for the application of chemical principles to living organisms, and can be applied to health-related disciplines, or as entry into pharmaceutical development and analysis. Both this degree and the B.S. in Chemistry provide excellent preparation for advanced professional studies in health-related disciplines, including medicine, dentistry, and pharmacology.
The B.A. Degree in Chemistry provides a more general curriculum that may be used by students to apply chemistry to fields that require a technical background and knowledge. These include such areas as teaching secondary physical science (see UTeachSA), technical communications, public information and outreach, biotechnology, as well as forensic and environmental chemistry. This program can be a good option for students who plan to earn an additional degree or enter medical school.
Educational Objectives
Upon graduation, students in Department of Chemistry programs will be able to:
- Identify chemically reactive structures and make predictions regarding their chemical or physical properties and transformations.
- Calculate quantities relevant to chemical/physical states and changes.
- Plan and implement chemical research.
- Utilize instrumentation needed to determine conversions in physical or chemical phenomena and critically evaluate the data obtained from such instrumentation.
- Find and critically evaluate chemical literature.
- Effectively communicate the results of chemical experiments in group presentations and written documents.
Health Careers Pathways
The Department of Chemistry offers programs that supports students interested in pursuing professional or graduate programs (e.g., medical, dental, pharmacy and veterinarian) in health-related professions. See the Degrees page for more information. Students can also visit the UTSA Health Professions office at https://www.utsa.edu/healthprofessions/ for more information.
Admission Policy
The goal of the Department of Chemistry is to provide undergraduate students a program of study with the highest possible standards. To achieve this goal, the admission policy of the Department of Chemistry is designed to identify those students most likely to succeed in their undergraduate chemistry education.
Students who are not Chemistry or Biochemistry majors are restricted from registering for upper-division (3000- and 4000-level) Chemistry courses without the consent of an undergraduate academic advisor. A chemistry minor is available to all UTSA students who seek to complement a different academic major with a stronger foundation in chemistry.
Direct Admission Criteria
Applicants entering UTSA as Freshman or Transfer students with less than 30 transferable credit hours earned will be admitted to the Department of Chemistry if they:
- meet all UTSA undergraduate first-time freshman or transfer admission requirements.
Applicants with 30 or more transferable credit hours will be admitted to the Department of Chemistry if they:
- meet all UTSA undergraduate transfer admission requirements, and
- have completed College Algebra (or higher) or an equivalent with a grade of “C–“ or higher.
Student Involvement
Chemistry majors are able to partake in a variety of discipline-related activities that further enhance their experience in the program.
UTSA’s American Chemical Society (ACS) Student Affiliated Chapter is a student-led organization that focuses on the academic and social enrichment of UTSA students with a passion for science! The focus of the chapter is to foster connections between chemistry students, participate in community service projects to promote science among youth, and provide opportunities for professional growth and development. The chapter also serves to expose students to undergraduate research, graduate schools, and career opportunities post-graduation. UTSA’s society is nationally ranked by the American Chemical Society.
Many Chemistry majors get involved at an early stage of their education in meaningful laboratory research activities under the guidance of a faculty member. The many areas of ongoing research studies include such fields as inorganic and organic synthesis and analysis, biological chemistry, surface catalysis, new drug design, and theoretical and computational modeling. These experiences are an excellent preparation for graduate study and a professional career in chemistry and can sometimes lead to student participation in published research articles.
Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Chemistry provides opportunities for preparation for careers in industry, governmental agencies, environmental studies, preprofessional programs, and medical technology, and for graduate study in chemistry or other related fields. The degree plan, as described below for the B.S degree in Chemistry, meets the minimum requirements for professional chemists as defined by the American Chemical Society, and recipients receive a certificate from the American Chemical Society. Students seeking a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry are encouraged to take full advantage of the scientific opportunities available in the department by joining a research group.
The minimum number of semester credit hours required for this degree, including the Core Curriculum requirements, is 120, at least 39 of which must be at the upper-division level. All major and support work courses must be completed with a grade of “C-” or better.
All candidates seeking this degree must fulfill the Core Curriculum requirements and the degree requirements, which are listed below.
Core Curriculum Requirements (42 semester credit hours)
Students seeking the Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry must fulfill University Core Curriculum requirements in the same manner as other students. The courses listed below satisfy both degree requirements and Core Curriculum requirements; however, if these courses are taken to satisfy both requirements, then students may need to take additional courses in order to meet the minimum number of semester credit hours required for this degree.
MAT 1214 may be used to satisfy the core requirement in Mathematics as well as a major requirement. The following two courses may be used to satisfy the core requirement in Life and Physical Sciences as well as major requirements: PHY 1943 and PHY 1963. STA 1053 may be used to satisfy the Component Area Option core requirement as well as a major requirement.
For a complete listing of courses that satisfy the Core Curriculum requirements, see Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements.
Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements
First Year Experience Requirement (3 semester credit hours)
All students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AIS 1203 | Academic Inquiry and Scholarship | 3 |
AIS 1213 | AIS: Architecture, Construction, and Planning | 3 |
AIS 1223 | AIS: Arts and Humanities | 3 |
AIS 1233 | AIS: Business | 3 |
AIS 1243 | AIS: Engineering, Mathematics, and Sciences | 3 |
AIS 1253 | AIS: Interdisciplinary Education | 3 |
AIS 1263 | AIS: Life and Health Sciences | 3 |
AIS 1273 | AIS: Social Sciences and Public Policy | 3 |
Communication (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
WRC 1013 | Freshman Composition I | 3 |
WRC 1023 | Freshman Composition II | 3 |
Mathematics (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
CS 1173 | Data Analysis and Visualization | 3 |
MAT 1023 | College Algebra with Applications | 3 |
MAT 1043 | Introduction to Mathematics | 3 |
MAT 1053 | Mathematics for Business | 3 |
MAT 1073 | Algebra for Scientists and Engineers | 3 |
MAT 1093 | Precalculus | 3 |
MAT 1133 | Calculus for Business | 3 |
MAT 1193 | Calculus for the Biosciences | 3 |
MAT 1214 | Calculus I | 4 |
STA 1053 | Basic Statistics | 3 |
Life and Physical Sciences (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
ANT 2033 | Introduction to Biological Anthropology | 3 |
AST 1013 | Introduction to Astronomy | 3 |
AST 1033 | Exploration of the Solar System | 3 |
BIO 1203 | Biosciences I for Science Majors | 3 |
BIO 1223 | Biosciences II for Science Majors | 3 |
BIO 1233 | Contemporary Biology I | 3 |
BIO 1243 | Contemporary Biology II | 3 |
CHE 1083 | Introduction to the Molecular Structure of Matter | 3 |
CHE 1093 | Introduction to Molecular Transformations | 3 |
ES 1113 | Environmental Botany | 3 |
ES 1123 | Environmental Zoology | 3 |
ES 1213 | Environmental Geology | 3 |
ES 2013 | Introduction to Environmental Science I | 3 |
ES 2023 | Introduction to Environmental Science II | 3 |
GEO 1013 | The Third Planet | 3 |
GEO 1033 | Geology of North American National Parks | 3 |
GEO 1123 | Life Through Time | 3 |
GES 2613 | Intro to Physical Geography | 3 |
PHY 1943 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I | 3 |
PHY 1963 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II | 3 |
Language, Philosophy and Culture (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AAS 2013 | Introduction to African American Studies | 3 |
AAS 2113 | African American Culture, Leadership and Social Issues | 3 |
ANT 2063 | Language, Thought, and Culture | 3 |
ARC 1113 | Introduction to the Built Environment | 3 |
ARC 2423 | Global History of Architecture and Urbanism: Renaissance to 19th Century | 3 |
CHN 1014 | Elementary Chinese I | 4 |
CLA 2013 | Introduction to Ancient Greece | 3 |
CLA 2023 | Introduction to Ancient Rome | 3 |
CLA 2323 | Classical Mythology | 3 |
CSH 1103 | Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture I | 3 |
CSH 1113 | Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture II | 3 |
CSH 1213 | Topics in World Cultures | 3 |
CSH 2113 | The Foreign Film | 3 |
ENG 2013 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
ENG 2023 | Literature and Film | 3 |
ENG 2213 | Literary Criticism and Analysis | 3 |
ENG 2383 | Multiethnic Literatures of the United States | 3 |
ENG 2423 | Literature of Texas and the Southwest | 3 |
ENG 2443 | Persuasion and Rhetoric | 3 |
FRN 1014 | Elementary French I | 4 |
FRN 2333 | French Literature in English Translation | 3 |
GER 1014 | Elementary German I | 4 |
GER 2333 | German Literature in English Translation | 3 |
GES 1023 | World Regions & Global Change | 3 |
GLA 1013 | US in Global Context | 3 |
GRK 1114 | Introductory Classical Greek I | 4 |
HIS 2123 | Introduction to World Civilization to the Fifteenth Century | 3 |
HIS 2133 | Introduction to World Civilization since the Fifteenth Century | 3 |
HIS 2533 | Introduction to Latin American Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2543 | Introduction to Islamic Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2553 | Introduction to East Asian Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2573 | Introduction to African Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2583 | Introduction to South Asian Civilization | 3 |
HUM 2093 | World Religions | 3 |
ITL 1014 | Elementary Italian I | 4 |
ITL 2333 | Italian Literature in English Translation | 3 |
JPN 1014 | Elementary Japanese I | 4 |
LAT 1114 | Introductory Latin I | 4 |
MAS 2013 | Introduction to Chicano(a) Studies | 3 |
PHI 1043 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
PHI 2013 | Basic Philosophical Problems | 3 |
PHI 2023 | Introduction to Ancient Philosophy | 3 |
PHI 2033 | Introduction to Early Modern Philosophy | 3 |
PHI 2123 | Contemporary Moral Issues | 3 |
RUS 1014 | Elementary Russian I | 4 |
RUS 2333 | Russian Literature in English Translation | 3 |
SPN 1014 | Elementary Spanish I | 4 |
SPN 2333 | Hispanic Literature in English Translation | 3 |
WGSS 2013 | Introduction to Women’s Studies | 3 |
WGSS 2023 | Introduction to LGBTQ Studies | 3 |
Creative Arts (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AHC 1113 | Art History I | 3 |
AHC 1123 | Art History II | 3 |
ARC 1513 | Great Buildings and Cities of the World | 3 |
ARC 2413 | Global History of Architecture and Urbanism: Prehistory to Medieval | 3 |
ART 1103 | Introduction to Visual Arts | 3 |
BBL 2023 | Latino Cultural Expressions | 3 |
CLA 2033 | Introduction to Classical Literature | 3 |
DAN 2003 | Introduction to Dance | 3 |
HUM 2023 | Introduction to the Humanities I | 3 |
HUM 2033 | Introduction to the Humanities II | 3 |
HUM 2053 | History of Film | 3 |
MAS 2023 | Latino Cultural Expressions | 3 |
MUS 2243 | World Music in Society | 3 |
MUS 2633 | American Roots Music | 3 |
MUS 2653 | Music in Culture | 3 |
MUS 2663 | History and Styles of Jazz | 3 |
MUS 2673 | History and Styles of Rock | 3 |
MUS 2683 | History and Styles of Western Art Music | 3 |
MUS 2713 | History of Recorded Music | 3 |
MUS 2743 | Music and Film | 3 |
PHI 2073 | Philosophy of Art | 3 |
American History (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
HIS 1043 | United States History: Pre-Columbus to Civil War Era | 3 |
HIS 1053 | United States History: Civil War Era to Present | 3 |
HIS 2053 | Texas History | 3 |
Government-Political Science (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
POL 1013 | Introduction to American Politics | 3 |
and one of the following two courses: | ||
POL 1133 | Texas Politics and Society | 3 |
POL 1213 | Civil Rights in Texas and America | 3 |
Social and Behavioral Sciences (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AMS 2043 | Approaches to American Culture | 3 |
ANT 1013 | Introduction to Anthropology | 3 |
ANT 2043 | Introduction to Archaeology | 3 |
ANT 2053 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
BBL 2003 | Language, Culture, and Society | 3 |
BBL 2243 | Bilingual Families, Communities, and Schools: National and Transnational Experiences | 3 |
BIO 1033 | Drugs and Society | 3 |
CRJ 1113 | The American Criminal Justice System | 3 |
ECO 2003 | Economic Principles and Issues | 3 |
ECO 2023 | Introductory Microeconomics | 3 |
EGR 1343 | The Impact of Modern Technologies on Society | 3 |
ES 1003 | Survey Topics in Environmental Studies | 3 |
GES 1013 | Fundamentals of Geography | 3 |
GES 2623 | Human Geography: People, Place, Culture | 3 |
HTH 2413 | Introduction to Community and Public Health | 3 |
HTH 2513 | Personal Health | 3 |
IDS 2113 | Society and Social Issues | 3 |
PSY 1013 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
SOC 1013 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
SOC 2013 | Social Problems | 3 |
SOC 2023 | Social Context of Drug Use | 3 |
Component Area Option (CAO) (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete either one of the following courses or any additional Core Curriculum course not previously used to satisfy a core component area requirement, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
COM 2113 | Public Speaking | 3 |
EGR 1403 | Technical Communication | 3 |
ENG 2413 | Technical Writing | 3 |
PAD 1113 | Public Administration and Policy in American Society | 3 |
PHI 2043 | Introductory Logic | 3 |
Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements
First Year Experience Requirement | 3 | |
Communication | 6 | |
Mathematics | 3 | |
Life and Physical Sciences | 6 | |
Language, Philosophy and Culture | 3 | |
Creative Arts | 3 | |
American History | 6 | |
Government-Political Science | 6 | |
Social and Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
Component Area Option | 3 | |
Total Credit Hours | 42 |
Degree Requirements
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
A. Required courses in chemistry | ||
CHE 1103 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
CHE 1113 | General Chemistry II | 3 |
CHE 1121 | General Chemistry I Laboratory | 1 |
CHE 1131 | General Chemistry II Laboratory | 1 |
CHE 2603 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
CHE 2612 | Organic Chemistry I Laboratory | 2 |
CHE 3214 | Analytical Chemistry | 4 |
CHE 3303 | Essentials of Biochemistry | 3 |
CHE 3464 | Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry | 4 |
CHE 3643 | Organic Chemistry II | 3 |
CHE 3652 | Organic Chemistry II Laboratory | 2 |
CHE 3804 | Molecular Thermodynamics | 4 |
CHE 3812 | Physical Chemistry Laboratory | 2 |
CHE 3824 | Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy | 4 |
CHE 3973 | Chemical Communications | 3 |
CHE 4213 | Instrumental Analysis | 3 |
CHE 4463 | Inorganic Chemistry | 3 |
CHE 4613 | Introduction to Polymer Chemistry | 3 |
CHE 4912 | Independent Study | 2 |
or CHE 4922 | Special Project | |
B. Approved upper-division chemistry electives | ||
Select 6 additional semester credit hours of approved upper-division chemistry electives, 3 hours of which must be organized courses in chemistry at the 4000 level or above; no more than 3 semester credit hours may be from CHE 4913 Independent Study, CHE 4923 Special Project in Chemistry, or CHE 4993 Honors Research. | 6 | |
C. Support work in science, mathematics, and statistics | ||
1. Required courses: | ||
MAT 1214 | Calculus I | 4 |
MAT 1224 | Calculus II | 4 |
PHY 1943 & PHY 1951 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I and Physics for Scientists and Engineers I Laboratory | 4 |
PHY 1963 & PHY 1971 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II and Physics for Scientists and Engineers II Laboratory | 4 |
STA 1053 | Basic Statistics | 3 |
2. Elective work from the College of Science approved by the advisor | 6 | |
D. Electives | ||
Select 6 semester credit hours of electives | 6 | |
Total Credit Hours | 90 |
Course Sequence Guide for B.S. Degree in Chemistry
This course sequence guide is designed to assist students in completing their UTSA undergraduate Chemistry degree requirements. This course sequence is only a guide and students must satisfy other requirements of this catalog and meet with their academic advisor for individualized degree plans. Progress within this guide depends upon such factors as course availability, individual student academic preparation, student time management, work obligations, and individual financial considerations. Students may choose to take courses during Summer terms to reduce course loads during long semesters.
B.S. in Chemistry – Recommended Four-Year Academic Plan
First Year | ||
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Fall | Credit Hours | |
AIS 1203 | Academic Inquiry and Scholarship (core) | 3 |
CHE 1103 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
CHE 1121 | General Chemistry I Laboratory 1 | 1 |
MAT 1214 | Calculus I (core and major) | 4 |
WRC 1013 | Freshman Composition I (core) | 3 |
Credit Hours | 14 | |
Spring | ||
CHE 1113 | General Chemistry II | 3 |
CHE 1131 | General Chemistry II Laboratory 1 | 1 |
MAT 1224 | Calculus II | 4 |
STA 1053 | Basic Statistics (core and major) | 3 |
WRC 1023 | Freshman Composition II (core) | 3 |
Credit Hours | 14 | |
Second Year | ||
Fall | ||
CHE 2603 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
CHE 2612 | Organic Chemistry I Laboratory 1 | 2 |
CHE 3214 | Analytical Chemistry | 4 |
PHY 1943 & PHY 1951 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I and Physics for Scientists and Engineers I Laboratory (core and major) | 4 |
American History (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 16 | |
Spring | ||
CHE 3643 | Organic Chemistry II | 3 |
CHE 3652 | Organic Chemistry II Laboratory 1 | 2 |
PHY 1963 & PHY 1971 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II and Physics for Scientists and Engineers II Laboratory (core and major) | 4 |
American History (core) | 3 | |
Government-Political Science (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Third Year | ||
Fall | ||
CHE 3303 | Essentials of Biochemistry 2 | 3 |
CHE 3804 | Molecular Thermodynamics 2 | 4 |
CHE 3973 | Chemical Communications | 3 |
Government-Political Science (core) | 3 | |
Language, Philosophy & Culture (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 16 | |
Spring | ||
CHE 3464 | Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry 3 | 4 |
CHE 3812 | Physical Chemistry Laboratory 3 | 2 |
CHE 3824 | Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy 3 | 4 |
Social & Behavioral Sciences (core) | 3 | |
Upper-division College of Sciences Elective | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 16 | |
Fourth Year | ||
Fall | ||
CHE 4463 | Inorganic Chemistry 2 | 3 |
CHE 4912 or CHE 4922 | Independent Study or Special Project | 2 |
Free Elective | 3 | |
Upper-division CHE elective | 3 | |
Upper-division CHE elective | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 14 | |
Spring | ||
CHE 4213 | Instrumental Analysis 3 | 3 |
CHE 4613 | Introduction to Polymer Chemistry 3 | 3 |
Free elective | 3 | |
Upper-division College of Sciences Elective | 3 | |
Creative Arts (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Total Credit Hours | 120 |
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These laboratory courses include a lecture component as indicated on the University Schedule of Classes.
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Course only offered in Fall.
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Course only offered in Spring.
Note: Some courses are only offered once a year: Fall or Spring. Check with the Department of Chemistry for scheduling of courses.
Bachelor of Science Degree in Biochemistry
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Biochemistry provides opportunities for preparation for careers in industry, governmental agencies, environmental studies, preprofessional programs, and medical technology, and for graduate study in chemistry or other related fields. It utilizes courses from the Chemistry, Biology, and Physics departments to structure education in all the major aspects of Biochemistry.
The minimum number of semester credit hours required for this degree, including the Core Curriculum requirements, is 120, at least 39 of which must be at the upper-division level. All major and support work courses must be completed with a grade of “C-” or better.
All candidates seeking this degree must fulfill the Core Curriculum requirements and the degree requirements, which are listed below.
Core Curriculum Requirements (42 semester credit hours)
Students seeking the B.S. degree in Biochemistry must fulfill University Core Curriculum requirements in the same manner as other students. The courses listed below satisfy both degree requirements and Core Curriculum requirements; however, if these courses are taken to satisfy both requirements, then students may need to take additional courses in order to meet the minimum number of semester credit hours required for this degree.
MAT 1214 may be used to satisfy the core requirement in Mathematics as well as a major requirement. The following two courses may be used to satisfy the core requirement in Life and Physical Sciences as well as major requirements: PHY 1943 and PHY 1963. BIO 1203 may be used to satisfy the Component Area Option core requirement.
For a complete listing of courses that satisfy the Core Curriculum requirements, see Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements.
Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements
First Year Experience Requirement (3 semester credit hours)
All students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AIS 1203 | Academic Inquiry and Scholarship | 3 |
AIS 1213 | AIS: Architecture, Construction, and Planning | 3 |
AIS 1223 | AIS: Arts and Humanities | 3 |
AIS 1233 | AIS: Business | 3 |
AIS 1243 | AIS: Engineering, Mathematics, and Sciences | 3 |
AIS 1253 | AIS: Interdisciplinary Education | 3 |
AIS 1263 | AIS: Life and Health Sciences | 3 |
AIS 1273 | AIS: Social Sciences and Public Policy | 3 |
Communication (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
WRC 1013 | Freshman Composition I | 3 |
WRC 1023 | Freshman Composition II | 3 |
Mathematics (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
CS 1173 | Data Analysis and Visualization | 3 |
MAT 1023 | College Algebra with Applications | 3 |
MAT 1043 | Introduction to Mathematics | 3 |
MAT 1053 | Mathematics for Business | 3 |
MAT 1073 | Algebra for Scientists and Engineers | 3 |
MAT 1093 | Precalculus | 3 |
MAT 1133 | Calculus for Business | 3 |
MAT 1193 | Calculus for the Biosciences | 3 |
MAT 1214 | Calculus I | 4 |
STA 1053 | Basic Statistics | 3 |
Life and Physical Sciences (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
ANT 2033 | Introduction to Biological Anthropology | 3 |
AST 1013 | Introduction to Astronomy | 3 |
AST 1033 | Exploration of the Solar System | 3 |
BIO 1203 | Biosciences I for Science Majors | 3 |
BIO 1223 | Biosciences II for Science Majors | 3 |
BIO 1233 | Contemporary Biology I | 3 |
BIO 1243 | Contemporary Biology II | 3 |
CHE 1083 | Introduction to the Molecular Structure of Matter | 3 |
CHE 1093 | Introduction to Molecular Transformations | 3 |
ES 1113 | Environmental Botany | 3 |
ES 1123 | Environmental Zoology | 3 |
ES 1213 | Environmental Geology | 3 |
ES 2013 | Introduction to Environmental Science I | 3 |
ES 2023 | Introduction to Environmental Science II | 3 |
GEO 1013 | The Third Planet | 3 |
GEO 1033 | Geology of North American National Parks | 3 |
GEO 1123 | Life Through Time | 3 |
GES 2613 | Intro to Physical Geography | 3 |
PHY 1943 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I | 3 |
PHY 1963 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II | 3 |
Language, Philosophy and Culture (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AAS 2013 | Introduction to African American Studies | 3 |
AAS 2113 | African American Culture, Leadership and Social Issues | 3 |
ANT 2063 | Language, Thought, and Culture | 3 |
ARC 1113 | Introduction to the Built Environment | 3 |
ARC 2423 | Global History of Architecture and Urbanism: Renaissance to 19th Century | 3 |
CHN 1014 | Elementary Chinese I | 4 |
CLA 2013 | Introduction to Ancient Greece | 3 |
CLA 2023 | Introduction to Ancient Rome | 3 |
CLA 2323 | Classical Mythology | 3 |
CSH 1103 | Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture I | 3 |
CSH 1113 | Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture II | 3 |
CSH 1213 | Topics in World Cultures | 3 |
CSH 2113 | The Foreign Film | 3 |
ENG 2013 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
ENG 2023 | Literature and Film | 3 |
ENG 2213 | Literary Criticism and Analysis | 3 |
ENG 2383 | Multiethnic Literatures of the United States | 3 |
ENG 2423 | Literature of Texas and the Southwest | 3 |
ENG 2443 | Persuasion and Rhetoric | 3 |
FRN 1014 | Elementary French I | 4 |
FRN 2333 | French Literature in English Translation | 3 |
GER 1014 | Elementary German I | 4 |
GER 2333 | German Literature in English Translation | 3 |
GES 1023 | World Regions & Global Change | 3 |
GLA 1013 | US in Global Context | 3 |
GRK 1114 | Introductory Classical Greek I | 4 |
HIS 2123 | Introduction to World Civilization to the Fifteenth Century | 3 |
HIS 2133 | Introduction to World Civilization since the Fifteenth Century | 3 |
HIS 2533 | Introduction to Latin American Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2543 | Introduction to Islamic Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2553 | Introduction to East Asian Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2573 | Introduction to African Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2583 | Introduction to South Asian Civilization | 3 |
HUM 2093 | World Religions | 3 |
ITL 1014 | Elementary Italian I | 4 |
ITL 2333 | Italian Literature in English Translation | 3 |
JPN 1014 | Elementary Japanese I | 4 |
LAT 1114 | Introductory Latin I | 4 |
MAS 2013 | Introduction to Chicano(a) Studies | 3 |
PHI 1043 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
PHI 2013 | Basic Philosophical Problems | 3 |
PHI 2023 | Introduction to Ancient Philosophy | 3 |
PHI 2033 | Introduction to Early Modern Philosophy | 3 |
PHI 2123 | Contemporary Moral Issues | 3 |
RUS 1014 | Elementary Russian I | 4 |
RUS 2333 | Russian Literature in English Translation | 3 |
SPN 1014 | Elementary Spanish I | 4 |
SPN 2333 | Hispanic Literature in English Translation | 3 |
WGSS 2013 | Introduction to Women’s Studies | 3 |
WGSS 2023 | Introduction to LGBTQ Studies | 3 |
Creative Arts (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AHC 1113 | Art History I | 3 |
AHC 1123 | Art History II | 3 |
ARC 1513 | Great Buildings and Cities of the World | 3 |
ARC 2413 | Global History of Architecture and Urbanism: Prehistory to Medieval | 3 |
ART 1103 | Introduction to Visual Arts | 3 |
BBL 2023 | Latino Cultural Expressions | 3 |
CLA 2033 | Introduction to Classical Literature | 3 |
DAN 2003 | Introduction to Dance | 3 |
HUM 2023 | Introduction to the Humanities I | 3 |
HUM 2033 | Introduction to the Humanities II | 3 |
HUM 2053 | History of Film | 3 |
MAS 2023 | Latino Cultural Expressions | 3 |
MUS 2243 | World Music in Society | 3 |
MUS 2633 | American Roots Music | 3 |
MUS 2653 | Music in Culture | 3 |
MUS 2663 | History and Styles of Jazz | 3 |
MUS 2673 | History and Styles of Rock | 3 |
MUS 2683 | History and Styles of Western Art Music | 3 |
MUS 2713 | History of Recorded Music | 3 |
MUS 2743 | Music and Film | 3 |
PHI 2073 | Philosophy of Art | 3 |
American History (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
HIS 1043 | United States History: Pre-Columbus to Civil War Era | 3 |
HIS 1053 | United States History: Civil War Era to Present | 3 |
HIS 2053 | Texas History | 3 |
Government-Political Science (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
POL 1013 | Introduction to American Politics | 3 |
and one of the following two courses: | ||
POL 1133 | Texas Politics and Society | 3 |
POL 1213 | Civil Rights in Texas and America | 3 |
Social and Behavioral Sciences (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AMS 2043 | Approaches to American Culture | 3 |
ANT 1013 | Introduction to Anthropology | 3 |
ANT 2043 | Introduction to Archaeology | 3 |
ANT 2053 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
BBL 2003 | Language, Culture, and Society | 3 |
BBL 2243 | Bilingual Families, Communities, and Schools: National and Transnational Experiences | 3 |
BIO 1033 | Drugs and Society | 3 |
CRJ 1113 | The American Criminal Justice System | 3 |
ECO 2003 | Economic Principles and Issues | 3 |
ECO 2023 | Introductory Microeconomics | 3 |
EGR 1343 | The Impact of Modern Technologies on Society | 3 |
ES 1003 | Survey Topics in Environmental Studies | 3 |
GES 1013 | Fundamentals of Geography | 3 |
GES 2623 | Human Geography: People, Place, Culture | 3 |
HTH 2413 | Introduction to Community and Public Health | 3 |
HTH 2513 | Personal Health | 3 |
IDS 2113 | Society and Social Issues | 3 |
PSY 1013 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
SOC 1013 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
SOC 2013 | Social Problems | 3 |
SOC 2023 | Social Context of Drug Use | 3 |
Component Area Option (CAO) (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete either one of the following courses or any additional Core Curriculum course not previously used to satisfy a core component area requirement, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
COM 2113 | Public Speaking | 3 |
EGR 1403 | Technical Communication | 3 |
ENG 2413 | Technical Writing | 3 |
PAD 1113 | Public Administration and Policy in American Society | 3 |
PHI 2043 | Introductory Logic | 3 |
Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements
First Year Experience Requirement | 3 | |
Communication | 6 | |
Mathematics | 3 | |
Life and Physical Sciences | 6 | |
Language, Philosophy and Culture | 3 | |
Creative Arts | 3 | |
American History | 6 | |
Government-Political Science | 6 | |
Social and Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
Component Area Option | 3 | |
Total Credit Hours | 42 |
Degree Requirements
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
A. Required chemistry courses | ||
CHE 1103 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
CHE 1113 | General Chemistry II | 3 |
CHE 1121 | General Chemistry I Laboratory | 1 |
CHE 1131 | General Chemistry II Laboratory | 1 |
CHE 2603 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
CHE 2612 | Organic Chemistry I Laboratory | 2 |
CHE 3214 | Analytical Chemistry | 4 |
CHE 3313 | Biochemistry I | 3 |
CHE 3464 | Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry | 4 |
CHE 3643 | Organic Chemistry II | 3 |
CHE 3652 | Organic Chemistry II Laboratory | 2 |
CHE 3973 | Chemical Communications | 3 |
CHE 4313 | Biochemistry II | 3 |
CHE 4332 | Biochemistry II Laboratory | 2 |
CHE 4354 | Basic Biophysical Chemistry | 4 |
CHE 4913 | Independent Study | 3 |
B. Required biology and physics courses | ||
BIO 1203 & BIO 1201 | Biosciences I for Science Majors and Biosciences I Laboratory for Science Majors | 4 |
BIO 1223 & BIO 1221 | Biosciences II for Science Majors and Biosciences II Laboratory for Science Majors | 4 |
BIO 2313 | Genetics | 3 |
BIO 2362 | Molecular Genetics Laboratory | 2 |
BIO 3813 | Cell Biology | 3 |
BIO 3362 | Molecular Biochemistry Laboratory | 2 |
BIO 3913 | Molecular Biology | 3 |
PHY 4833 | Molecular Biophysics | 3 |
C. Upper-division biology and chemistry electives | 6 | |
6 additional semester credit hours of approved upper-division electives which must be organized courses in chemistry or biology at the 4000 level or above; no more than 3 semester credit hours may be from CHE 4913 Independent Study, BIO 4923 Laboratory Research, or CHE 4993 Honors Research. | ||
D. Support work in science and mathematics | ||
1. Required courses | ||
MAT 1214 | Calculus I | 4 |
MAT 1224 | Calculus II | 4 |
PHY 1943 & PHY 1951 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I and Physics for Scientists and Engineers I Laboratory | 4 |
PHY 1963 & PHY 1971 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II and Physics for Scientists and Engineers II Laboratory | 4 |
Total Credit Hours | 90 |
Course Sequence Guide for B.S. Degree in Biochemistry
This course sequence guide is designed to assist students in completing their UTSA undergraduate Biochemistry degree requirements. This course sequence is only a guide and students must satisfy other requirements of this catalog and meet with their academic advisor for individualized degree plans. Progress within this guide depends upon such factors as course availability, individual student academic preparation, student time management, work obligations, and individual financial considerations. When available, students may choose to take courses during Summer terms to reduce course loads during long semesters.
B.S. in Biochemistry – Recommended Four-Year Academic Plan
First Year | ||
---|---|---|
Fall | Credit Hours | |
AIS 1203 | Academic Inquiry and Scholarship (core) | 3 |
BIO 1203 & BIO 1201 | Biosciences I for Science Majors and Biosciences I Laboratory for Science Majors | 4 |
CHE 1103 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
CHE 1121 | General Chemistry I Laboratory 1 | 1 |
MAT 1214 | Calculus I (core and major) | 4 |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Spring | ||
BIO 1223 & BIO 1221 | Biosciences II for Science Majors and Biosciences II Laboratory for Science Majors | 4 |
CHE 1113 | General Chemistry II | 3 |
CHE 1131 | General Chemistry II Laboratory 1 | 1 |
MAT 1224 | Calculus II | 4 |
WRC 1013 | Freshman Composition I (core) | 3 |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Second Year | ||
Fall | ||
BIO 2313 | Genetics | 3 |
CHE 2603 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
CHE 2612 | Organic Chemistry I Laboratory 1 | 2 |
PHY 1943 & PHY 1951 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I and Physics for Scientists and Engineers I Laboratory (core and major) | 4 |
Government-Political Science (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Spring | ||
BIO 2362 | Molecular Genetics Laboratory | 2 |
CHE 3643 | Organic Chemistry II | 3 |
CHE 3652 | Organic Chemistry II Laboratory 1 | 2 |
PHY 1963 & PHY 1971 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II and Physics for Scientists and Engineers II Laboratory (core and major) | 4 |
WRC 1023 | Freshman Composition II (core) | 3 |
Credit Hours | 14 | |
Third Year | ||
Fall | ||
BIO 3362 | Molecular Biochemistry Laboratory | 2 |
BIO 3813 | Cell Biology | 3 |
CHE 3313 | Biochemistry I 2 | 3 |
CHE 3973 | Chemical Communications | 3 |
American History (core) | 3 | |
Social & Behavioral Sciences (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 17 | |
Spring | ||
BIO 3913 | Molecular Biology | 3 |
CHE 4313 | Biochemistry II 3 | 3 |
CHE 4332 | Biochemistry II Laboratory 3 | 2 |
American History (core) | 3 | |
Creative Arts (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 14 | |
Fourth Year | ||
Fall | ||
CHE 3214 | Analytical Chemistry | 4 |
CHE 4354 | Basic Biophysical Chemistry 2 | 4 |
CHE 4913 or BIO 4923 | Independent Study or Laboratory Research: Biology Concentrations | 3 |
Government-Political Science (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 14 | |
Spring | ||
CHE 3464 | Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry 3 | 4 |
PHY 4833 | Molecular Biophysics 3 | 3 |
Language, Philosophy, & Culture (core) | 3 | |
Upper-division BIO or CHE elective I | 3 | |
Upper-division BIO or CHE elective II | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 16 | |
Total Credit Hours | 120 |
- 1
These laboratory courses include a lecture component as indicated on the University Schedule of Classes.
- 2
Course only offered in Fall.
- 3
Course only offered in Spring.
Note: Some courses are only offered once a year: Fall or Spring. Check with the Departments of Chemistry and Biology for scheduling of courses.
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Chemistry
The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Chemistry provides preparation for careers in industry, governmental agencies, environmental studies, and pre-professional programs, but it is not recommended for students planning to pursue graduate studies in chemistry or related fields. This degree plan does not meet the criteria for an American Chemical Society approved degree in chemistry.
The minimum number of semester credit hours required for this degree, including the Core Curriculum requirements, is 120, at least 39 of which must be at the upper-division level. All major and support work courses must be completed with a grade of “C-” or better.
All candidates seeking this degree must fulfill the Core Curriculum requirements and the degree requirements, which are listed below.
Core Curriculum Requirements (42 semester credit hours)
Students seeking the B.A. degree in Chemistry must fulfill University Core Curriculum requirements in the same manner as other students. The courses listed below satisfy both degree requirements and Core Curriculum requirements; however, if these courses are taken to satisfy both requirements, then students may need to take additional courses in order to meet the minimum number of semester credit hours required for this degree.
MAT 1214 may be used to satisfy the core requirement in Mathematics as well as a major requirement. The following two courses may be used to satisfy the core requirement in Life and Physical Sciences as well as major requirements: PHY 1943 and PHY 1963.
For a complete listing of courses that satisfy the Core Curriculum requirements, see Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements.
Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements
First Year Experience Requirement (3 semester credit hours)
All students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AIS 1203 | Academic Inquiry and Scholarship | 3 |
AIS 1213 | AIS: Architecture, Construction, and Planning | 3 |
AIS 1223 | AIS: Arts and Humanities | 3 |
AIS 1233 | AIS: Business | 3 |
AIS 1243 | AIS: Engineering, Mathematics, and Sciences | 3 |
AIS 1253 | AIS: Interdisciplinary Education | 3 |
AIS 1263 | AIS: Life and Health Sciences | 3 |
AIS 1273 | AIS: Social Sciences and Public Policy | 3 |
Communication (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
WRC 1013 | Freshman Composition I | 3 |
WRC 1023 | Freshman Composition II | 3 |
Mathematics (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
CS 1173 | Data Analysis and Visualization | 3 |
MAT 1023 | College Algebra with Applications | 3 |
MAT 1043 | Introduction to Mathematics | 3 |
MAT 1053 | Mathematics for Business | 3 |
MAT 1073 | Algebra for Scientists and Engineers | 3 |
MAT 1093 | Precalculus | 3 |
MAT 1133 | Calculus for Business | 3 |
MAT 1193 | Calculus for the Biosciences | 3 |
MAT 1214 | Calculus I | 4 |
STA 1053 | Basic Statistics | 3 |
Life and Physical Sciences (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
ANT 2033 | Introduction to Biological Anthropology | 3 |
AST 1013 | Introduction to Astronomy | 3 |
AST 1033 | Exploration of the Solar System | 3 |
BIO 1203 | Biosciences I for Science Majors | 3 |
BIO 1223 | Biosciences II for Science Majors | 3 |
BIO 1233 | Contemporary Biology I | 3 |
BIO 1243 | Contemporary Biology II | 3 |
CHE 1083 | Introduction to the Molecular Structure of Matter | 3 |
CHE 1093 | Introduction to Molecular Transformations | 3 |
ES 1113 | Environmental Botany | 3 |
ES 1123 | Environmental Zoology | 3 |
ES 1213 | Environmental Geology | 3 |
ES 2013 | Introduction to Environmental Science I | 3 |
ES 2023 | Introduction to Environmental Science II | 3 |
GEO 1013 | The Third Planet | 3 |
GEO 1033 | Geology of North American National Parks | 3 |
GEO 1123 | Life Through Time | 3 |
GES 2613 | Intro to Physical Geography | 3 |
PHY 1943 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I | 3 |
PHY 1963 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II | 3 |
Language, Philosophy and Culture (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AAS 2013 | Introduction to African American Studies | 3 |
AAS 2113 | African American Culture, Leadership and Social Issues | 3 |
ANT 2063 | Language, Thought, and Culture | 3 |
ARC 1113 | Introduction to the Built Environment | 3 |
ARC 2423 | Global History of Architecture and Urbanism: Renaissance to 19th Century | 3 |
CHN 1014 | Elementary Chinese I | 4 |
CLA 2013 | Introduction to Ancient Greece | 3 |
CLA 2023 | Introduction to Ancient Rome | 3 |
CLA 2323 | Classical Mythology | 3 |
CSH 1103 | Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture I | 3 |
CSH 1113 | Literary Masterpieces of Western Culture II | 3 |
CSH 1213 | Topics in World Cultures | 3 |
CSH 2113 | The Foreign Film | 3 |
ENG 2013 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
ENG 2023 | Literature and Film | 3 |
ENG 2213 | Literary Criticism and Analysis | 3 |
ENG 2383 | Multiethnic Literatures of the United States | 3 |
ENG 2423 | Literature of Texas and the Southwest | 3 |
ENG 2443 | Persuasion and Rhetoric | 3 |
FRN 1014 | Elementary French I | 4 |
FRN 2333 | French Literature in English Translation | 3 |
GER 1014 | Elementary German I | 4 |
GER 2333 | German Literature in English Translation | 3 |
GES 1023 | World Regions & Global Change | 3 |
GLA 1013 | US in Global Context | 3 |
GRK 1114 | Introductory Classical Greek I | 4 |
HIS 2123 | Introduction to World Civilization to the Fifteenth Century | 3 |
HIS 2133 | Introduction to World Civilization since the Fifteenth Century | 3 |
HIS 2533 | Introduction to Latin American Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2543 | Introduction to Islamic Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2553 | Introduction to East Asian Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2573 | Introduction to African Civilization | 3 |
HIS 2583 | Introduction to South Asian Civilization | 3 |
HUM 2093 | World Religions | 3 |
ITL 1014 | Elementary Italian I | 4 |
ITL 2333 | Italian Literature in English Translation | 3 |
JPN 1014 | Elementary Japanese I | 4 |
LAT 1114 | Introductory Latin I | 4 |
MAS 2013 | Introduction to Chicano(a) Studies | 3 |
PHI 1043 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
PHI 2013 | Basic Philosophical Problems | 3 |
PHI 2023 | Introduction to Ancient Philosophy | 3 |
PHI 2033 | Introduction to Early Modern Philosophy | 3 |
PHI 2123 | Contemporary Moral Issues | 3 |
RUS 1014 | Elementary Russian I | 4 |
RUS 2333 | Russian Literature in English Translation | 3 |
SPN 1014 | Elementary Spanish I | 4 |
SPN 2333 | Hispanic Literature in English Translation | 3 |
WGSS 2013 | Introduction to Women’s Studies | 3 |
WGSS 2023 | Introduction to LGBTQ Studies | 3 |
Creative Arts (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AHC 1113 | Art History I | 3 |
AHC 1123 | Art History II | 3 |
ARC 1513 | Great Buildings and Cities of the World | 3 |
ARC 2413 | Global History of Architecture and Urbanism: Prehistory to Medieval | 3 |
ART 1103 | Introduction to Visual Arts | 3 |
BBL 2023 | Latino Cultural Expressions | 3 |
CLA 2033 | Introduction to Classical Literature | 3 |
DAN 2003 | Introduction to Dance | 3 |
HUM 2023 | Introduction to the Humanities I | 3 |
HUM 2033 | Introduction to the Humanities II | 3 |
HUM 2053 | History of Film | 3 |
MAS 2023 | Latino Cultural Expressions | 3 |
MUS 2243 | World Music in Society | 3 |
MUS 2633 | American Roots Music | 3 |
MUS 2653 | Music in Culture | 3 |
MUS 2663 | History and Styles of Jazz | 3 |
MUS 2673 | History and Styles of Rock | 3 |
MUS 2683 | History and Styles of Western Art Music | 3 |
MUS 2713 | History of Recorded Music | 3 |
MUS 2743 | Music and Film | 3 |
PHI 2073 | Philosophy of Art | 3 |
American History (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
HIS 1043 | United States History: Pre-Columbus to Civil War Era | 3 |
HIS 1053 | United States History: Civil War Era to Present | 3 |
HIS 2053 | Texas History | 3 |
Government-Political Science (6 semester credit hours)
Students must complete two of the following courses, for a total of 6 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
POL 1013 | Introduction to American Politics | 3 |
and one of the following two courses: | ||
POL 1133 | Texas Politics and Society | 3 |
POL 1213 | Civil Rights in Texas and America | 3 |
Social and Behavioral Sciences (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete one of the following courses, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AMS 2043 | Approaches to American Culture | 3 |
ANT 1013 | Introduction to Anthropology | 3 |
ANT 2043 | Introduction to Archaeology | 3 |
ANT 2053 | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
BBL 2003 | Language, Culture, and Society | 3 |
BBL 2243 | Bilingual Families, Communities, and Schools: National and Transnational Experiences | 3 |
BIO 1033 | Drugs and Society | 3 |
CRJ 1113 | The American Criminal Justice System | 3 |
ECO 2003 | Economic Principles and Issues | 3 |
ECO 2023 | Introductory Microeconomics | 3 |
EGR 1343 | The Impact of Modern Technologies on Society | 3 |
ES 1003 | Survey Topics in Environmental Studies | 3 |
GES 1013 | Fundamentals of Geography | 3 |
GES 2623 | Human Geography: People, Place, Culture | 3 |
HTH 2413 | Introduction to Community and Public Health | 3 |
HTH 2513 | Personal Health | 3 |
IDS 2113 | Society and Social Issues | 3 |
PSY 1013 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
SOC 1013 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
SOC 2013 | Social Problems | 3 |
SOC 2023 | Social Context of Drug Use | 3 |
Component Area Option (CAO) (3 semester credit hours)
Students must complete either one of the following courses or any additional Core Curriculum course not previously used to satisfy a core component area requirement, for a total of 3 semester credit hours:
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
COM 2113 | Public Speaking | 3 |
EGR 1403 | Technical Communication | 3 |
ENG 2413 | Technical Writing | 3 |
PAD 1113 | Public Administration and Policy in American Society | 3 |
PHI 2043 | Introductory Logic | 3 |
Core Curriculum Component Area Requirements
First Year Experience Requirement | 3 | |
Communication | 6 | |
Mathematics | 3 | |
Life and Physical Sciences | 6 | |
Language, Philosophy and Culture | 3 | |
Creative Arts | 3 | |
American History | 6 | |
Government-Political Science | 6 | |
Social and Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
Component Area Option | 3 | |
Total Credit Hours | 42 |
Degree Requirements
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
A. Required courses in chemistry | ||
CHE 1103 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
CHE 1113 | General Chemistry II | 3 |
CHE 1121 | General Chemistry I Laboratory | 1 |
CHE 1131 | General Chemistry II Laboratory | 1 |
CHE 2603 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
CHE 2612 | Organic Chemistry I Laboratory | 2 |
CHE 3214 | Analytical Chemistry | 4 |
CHE 3303 | Essentials of Biochemistry | 3 |
CHE 3464 | Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry | 4 |
CHE 3643 | Organic Chemistry II | 3 |
CHE 3652 | Organic Chemistry II Laboratory | 2 |
CHE 3973 | Chemical Communications | 3 |
CHE 4354 | Basic Biophysical Chemistry | 4 |
B. Upper-division chemistry electives | ||
Select 12 additional semester credit hours of approved upper-division chemistry electives; no more than 6 semester credit hours may be from CHE 4913 Independent Study, CHE 4923 Special Project in Chemistry, or CHE 4993 Honors Research. | 12 | |
C. Support work in science and mathematics | ||
1. Required courses: | ||
MAT 1214 | Calculus I | 4 |
MAT 1224 | Calculus II | 4 |
PHY 1943 & PHY 1951 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I and Physics for Scientists and Engineers I Laboratory | 4 |
PHY 1963 & PHY 1971 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II and Physics for Scientists and Engineers II Laboratory | 4 |
2. Select 18 additional semester credit hours of approved upper-division electives from the College of Sciences; up to 6 semester credit hours may be from the College of Engineering with approval of the advisor of the degree-granting program. | 18 | |
D. Electives | ||
Select 5 semester credit hours of electives | 5 | |
Total Credit Hours | 87 |
Course Sequence Guide for B.A. Degree in Chemistry
This course sequence guide is designed to assist students in completing their UTSA undergraduate Chemistry degree requirements. This course sequence is only a guide and students must satisfy other requirements of this catalog and meet with their academic advisor for individualized degree plans. Progress within this guide depends upon such factors as course availability, individual student academic preparation, student time management, work obligations, and individual financial considerations. Students may choose to take courses during Summer terms to reduce course loads during long semesters.
B.A. in Chemistry – Recommended Four-Year Academic Plan
First Year | ||
---|---|---|
Fall | Credit Hours | |
AIS 1203 | Academic Inquiry and Scholarship (core) | 3 |
CHE 1103 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
CHE 1121 | General Chemistry I Laboratory 1 | 1 |
MAT 1214 | Calculus I (core and major) | 4 |
WRC 1013 | Freshman Composition I (core) | 3 |
Credit Hours | 14 | |
Spring | ||
CHE 1113 | General Chemistry II | 3 |
CHE 1131 | General Chemistry II Laboratory 1 | 1 |
MAT 1224 | Calculus II | 4 |
WRC 1023 | Freshman Composition II (core) | 3 |
Social & Behavioral Sciences (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 14 | |
Second Year | ||
Fall | ||
CHE 2603 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
CHE 2612 | Organic Chemistry I Laboratory 1 | 2 |
PHY 1943 & PHY 1951 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers I and Physics for Scientists and Engineers I Laboratory (core) | 4 |
American History (core) | 3 | |
Government-Political Science (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Spring | ||
CHE 3643 | Organic Chemistry II | 3 |
CHE 3652 | Organic Chemistry II Laboratory 1 | 2 |
PHY 1963 & PHY 1971 | Physics for Scientists and Engineers II and Physics for Scientists and Engineers II Laboratory (Core) | 4 |
Government-Political Science (core) | 3 | |
Language, Philosophy and Culture (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Third Year | ||
Fall | ||
CHE 3214 | Analytical Chemistry | 4 |
CHE 3303 | Essentials of Biochemistry 2 | 3 |
Upper-division COS elective | 3 | |
Upper-division COS elective | 3 | |
American History (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 16 | |
Spring | ||
CHE 3464 | Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry 3 | 4 |
CHE 3973 | Chemical Communications | 3 |
Upper-division COS elective | 3 | |
Component Area Option (core) | 3 | |
Creative Arts (core) | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 16 | |
Fourth Year | ||
Fall | ||
CHE 4354 | Basic Biophysical Chemistry 2 | 4 |
Upper-division CHE elective | 3 | |
Upper-division COS elective | 3 | |
Upper-division COS elective | 3 | |
Free elective | 2 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Spring | ||
Upper-division CHE elective | 3 | |
Upper-division CHE elective | 3 | |
Upper-division COS elective | 3 | |
Upper-division COS elective | 3 | |
Free elective | 3 | |
Credit Hours | 15 | |
Total Credit Hours | 120 |
- 1
These laboratory courses include a lecture component as indicated on the University Schedule of Classes.
- 2
Course only offered in Fall.
- 3
Course only offered in Spring.
Note: Some courses are only offered once a year: Fall or Spring. Check with the Department of Chemistry for scheduling of courses
Minor in Chemistry
The purpose of this minor is to permit students majoring in other areas to obtain a solid, broad-based knowledge of chemistry. The minor is applicable to those students in other areas of science and in preprofessional programs. All coursework for the Minor in Chemistry must be completed with a grade of “C-” or better. All students pursuing the Minor in Chemistry must complete 23 semester credit hours.
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
A. Required courses | ||
CHE 1103 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
CHE 1113 | General Chemistry II | 3 |
CHE 1121 | General Chemistry I Laboratory | 1 |
CHE 1131 | General Chemistry II Laboratory | 1 |
CHE 2603 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
CHE 2612 | Organic Chemistry I Laboratory | 2 |
CHE 3643 | Organic Chemistry II | 3 |
B. Additional chemistry courses | ||
Select 7 additional hours of 2000-, 3000- or 4000-level chemistry courses including at least one of the following laboratory-based courses: | 7 | |
Analytical Chemistry | ||
Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry | ||
Basic Biophysical Chemistry | ||
Total Credit Hours | 23 |
To declare a Minor in Chemistry, obtain advice, or seek approval of substitutions for course requirements, students should consult their academic advisor.
Chemistry (CHE) Courses
CHE 1004. Chemistry for Allied Health Sciences. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = CHEM 1405)
Introduction to atomic structure, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, states of matter, inorganic chemical reactions, and acids and bases. The course has a laboratory component to introduce general chemical laboratory techniques, principles, and methods to reinforce lecture topics. For majors in occupational therapy, prenursing, and dental hygiene. May not be applied to a major or minor in chemistry, biology, or clinical laboratory sciences. (Formerly CHE 1003 and CHE 1011. Same as CHE 1083. Credit cannot be earned for CHE 1003, CHE 1011, CHE 1083, and CHE 1004.)
Course Fees: IUC1 $15; L001 $30; LRS1 $61.60; STSI $28.80.
CHE 1014. Elementary Organic and Biochemistry. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours. (TCCN = CHEM 1407)
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 1004.
A survey of the structures and reactions of some important functional groups of organic chemistry, and the relationship of these functional groups to the chemistry of lipids, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, and proteins. May not be applied to a major or minor in chemistry. Laboratory examination of the properties of some simple organic and biological chemicals; topics include solubility, crystallization, organic reactions, titration, enzyme action, sugars, and vitamins which will directly reinforce lecture topics. (Formerly CHE 1013 and CHE 1203. Same as CHE 1093. Credit can be earned for only ONE of the following: CHE 1013, CHE 1014, CHE 1093, or CHE 1203.)
Course Fees: IUC1 $15; L001 $30; LRS1 $61.60; STSI $28.80; DL01 $100.
CHE 1073. Basic Chemistry. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
A preparatory class for CHE 1103. This course focuses on traditionally difficult concepts encountered in CHE 1103. Topics include but are not limited to: dimensional analysis, significant figures, inorganic nomenclature, and qualitative and quantitative analyses of basic chemical reactions. May not be applied to a B.S. or B.A. in Chemistry. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: LRS1 $46.20; STSI $21.60; DL01 $75.
CHE 1083. Introduction to the Molecular Structure of Matter. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
This course is an introduction to the structure of matter, with focus on the molecules of carbon that comprise living systems. Topics include covalent and ionic bonding, molecular structure, shape, and stability, isomers, organic functional groups and charge distribution in molecules, and bonding in solids. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Life and Physical Sciences.
(Same as CHE 1004. Credit cannot be earned for both CHE 1004 and CHE 1083.) Course Fees: LRC1 $12; LRS1 $46.20; STSI $21.60; DL01 $75.
CHE 1093. Introduction to Molecular Transformations. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 1083 and in MAT 1073 or higher. This course is an introduction to the chemical reactions of matter, with focus on basic organic reactions that take place in living systems. Topics include classification of reactions, stoichiometry, reaction energetics, chemical equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, complex equilibria and reaction kinetics. May be applied toward the Core Curriculum requirement in Life and Physical Sciences. (Same as CHE 1014. Credit cannot be earned for both CHE 1014 and CHE 1093.) Course Fees: DL01 $75; LRC1 $12; LRS1 $46.20; STSI $21.60.
CHE 1103. General Chemistry I. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = CHEM 1311)
Prerequisite: AP Chemistry Score of 3 or greater, or a grade of "C-" or better in CHE 1073, or above 70% mastery in the ALEKS Chemistry assessment; concurrent enrollment in CHE 1121 is recommended.
An introduction to descriptive inorganic chemistry and atomic-molecular structure, including such fundamental concepts as the periodic system of elements, valency, chemical bonding, reactions and reaction mechanisms, stoichiometry, equilibria, acids and bases, thermochemistry, molecular-kinetic theory, and states of matter. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: LRS1 $46.20; STSI $21.60; DL01 $75.
CHE 1113. General Chemistry II. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = CHEM 1312)
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 1103 or the equivalent.
A continuation of CHE 1103. Elementary inorganic and physical chemistry; topics include solutions, electrolytes, oxidation-reduction reactions, reaction trends, coordination chemistry, basic thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, electrochemistry, and nuclear chemistry. Primarily for science majors. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: LRS1 $46.20; STSI $21.60; DL01 $75.
CHE 1121. General Chemistry I Laboratory. (1-4) 1 Credit Hour. (TCCN = CHEM 1111)
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 1103 or concurrent enrollment in CHE 1103.
An introduction to chemical problem solving and the basic operations of the chemical laboratory, and a survey of inorganic chemical reactions. This course consists of problem sessions, lecture-demonstrations, and/or laboratory experience. Laboratory to accompany CHE 1103. This laboratory includes a lecture component.
Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: IUC1 $15; L001 $30; LRS1 $15.40; STSI $7.20; DL01 $25.
CHE 1131. General Chemistry II Laboratory. (1-4) 1 Credit Hour. (TCCN = CHEM 1112)
Prerequisites: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 1103 and CHE 1121, and a grade of "C-" or better or concurrent enrollment in CHE 1113.
Techniques of qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis, illustrated primarily via inorganic chemical systems and their reactions. Laboratory to accompany CHE 1113. This laboratory includes a lecture component.
Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: IUC1 $15; L001 $30; LRS1 $15.40; STSI $7.20; DL01 $25.
CHE 2603. Organic Chemistry I. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours. (TCCN = CHEM 2323)
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 1113.
A study of the fundamentals of organic chemistry including structure, reaction mechanisms, synthesis, and spectroscopy. Discussion and problems amplify and clarify the course topics. (Same as CHE 2703. Credit cannot be earned for more than one of the following: CHE 2603 or CHE 2703). Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: LRS1 $46.20; STSI $21.60; DL01 $75.
CHE 2612. Organic Chemistry I Laboratory. (1-4) 2 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: A grade of "C-" or better, or concurrent enrollment, in CHE 1131 and CHE 2603.
The first of two semesters of organic chemistry laboratory. Qualitative analysis and determination of the physical constants of organic compounds. Separation, identification, and elementary synthesis of organic compounds. Laboratory techniques—crystallization, distillation, chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques (IR, NMR, MS)—are emphasized. This laboratory includes a lecture component.
Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Course Fees: IUC1 $15; L001 $30; LRS1 $30.80; STSI $14.40; DL01 $50.
CHE 2703. Organic Chemistry I for Majors. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 1113.
An in-depth study of the organic chemistry including structure, reaction mechanisms, synthesis, and spectroscopy. Discussion and practice of problems amplifying and clarifying the course. (Same as CHE 2603. Credit cannot be earned for more than one of the following: CHE 2603 or CHE 2703). Course Fees: LRS1 $46.20; STSI $21.60.
CHE 2803. Quantitative Topics for Chemists. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in MAT 1224.
This course is intended for students majoring in chemistry. Topics include: power series, linear algebra, determinants, matrices, vector spaces, multi-variable calculus (partial differentiation and multiple integrals), complex variables, ordinary differential equations, numerical analysis, and numerical methods in integration, probability, statistics, regression methods and symbolic programming.
Generally offered: Spring. Course Fees: LRS1 $46.20; STSI $21.60.
CHE 3214. Analytical Chemistry. (2-5) 4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 1113 and CHE 1131.
Topics in quantitative analysis including wet chemical and basic instrumental analysis, gravimetric, volumetric, electrochemical and spectrophotometric determinations combined with error analysis, fundamentals of chemical separations, applications of stoichiometry, and chemical equilibria to design efficient analytical protocols.
Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Differential Tuition: $200. Course Fees: IUC1 $15; L001 $30.
CHE 3303. Essentials of Biochemistry. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3643.
This is a one semester course designed for Chemistry majors. Overview of the structure and function relationships of biological molecules, energy production, storage, and utilization, amino acids, nucleic acids, peptides and proteins, and intermediary metabolism. (Formerly CHE 4303. Credit cannot be earned for both CHE 3303 and one of the following: CHE 3313 or CHE 4303. BIO 3513 cannot be taken as a chemistry elective.)
Generally offered: Fall. Differential Tuition: $150.
CHE 3313. Biochemistry I. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3643.
This course is the first of a two semester course covering biochemistry designed for Biochemistry majors. This course will study the structure, function, and chemistry of proteins and carbohydrates, kinetics, mechanisms, and regulation of enzymes, and metabolism of carbohydrates. (Formerly CHE 4303. Credit cannot be earned for both CHE 3313 and any of the following: CHE 3303 or CHE 4303. BIO 3513 cannot be taken as a chemistry elective.)
Generally offered: Fall. Differential Tuition: $150. Course Fees: IUC1 $15; L001 $30.
CHE 3464. Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry. (3-3) 4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 1113 and CHE 1131; concurrent enrollment in CHE 2603 recommended.
The basic principles of inorganic chemistry applied to the properties, reactions, and periodicity of inorganic elements and compounds. Includes the synthesis and characterization of inorganic compounds, and the use of specialized laboratory techniques.
Generally offered: Spring. Differential Tuition: $200. Course Fees: IUC1 $15; L001 $30.
CHE 3643. Organic Chemistry II. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 2603 or CHE 2703.
Continuing study of fundamentals of organic structure, reaction mechanisms, synthesis, and spectroscopy. A continuation of CHE 2603. (Same as CHE 3703. Credit cannot be earned for more than one of the following: CHE 3703 or CHE 3643.)
Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Differential Tuition: $150. Course fee: $75.
CHE 3652. Organic Chemistry II Laboratory. (1-4) 2 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: Grades of "C-" or better in CHE 2603 or CHE 2703, and CHE 2612.
Quantitative and continuing qualitative study of organic reactions and molecular structure through functional group interactions and spectroscopic techniques. Simple and multistep syntheses of organic compounds. A continuation of CHE 2612. This laboratory includes a lecture component.
Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Differential Tuition: $100. Course Fees: IUC1 $15; L001 $30; DL01 $50.
CHE 3703. Organic Chemistry II for Majors. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 2703 or CHE 2603.
Continuing study of fundamentals of organic structure, reaction mechanisms, synthesis, and spectroscopy. A continuation of CHE 2703. (Same as CHE 3643. Credit cannot be earned for more than one of the following: CHE 3703 or CHE 3643.)
Differential Tuition: $150.
CHE 3804. Molecular Thermodynamics. (4-0) 4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 1113, MAT 1224, and PHY 1963.
The laws of thermodynamics, free energy and chemical potential, ideal and non-ideal gases, phase transitions, equilibria, solutions, and kinetic theory of gases. Mathematical methods and concepts related to the study of thermodynamics. (Formerly titled "Physical Chemistry I and Laboratory".)
Generally offered: Fall. Differential Tuition: $200. Course fee: DL01 $100.
CHE 3812. Physical Chemistry Laboratory. (0-5) 2 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 1113, CHE 1131, CHE 3804 or CHE 3824, PHY 1963, and PHY 1971.
Laboratory study of selected physiochemical principles and methods illustrating concepts developed in CHE 3804 and CHE 3824. Data acquisition, data analysis, and report writing are stressed.
Generally offered: Spring. Differential Tuition: $100. Course Fees: IUC1 $15; L001 $30.
CHE 3824. Quantum Chemistry and Spectroscopy. (4-0) 4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 1113, MAT 1224, and PHY 1963.
Introduction to atomic and molecular quantum chemistry, group theory, and rotational, vibrational, and electronic spectroscopies. Mathematical methods and concepts related to quantum theory and molecular spectroscopy. (Formerly titled "Physical Chemistry II and Laboratory".)
Generally offered: Spring. Differential Tuition: $200. Course fee: $100.
CHE 3973. Chemical Communications. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3643 and CHE 3652.
Introduction to communication techniques used in the chemistry profession, including writing resumés and proposals, researching topics in the chemical literature, review and analysis of articles and other scientific materials, and oral presentation of chemical research. Same as CHE 4971, credit cannot be earned for both CHE 3973 and CHE 4971.
Differential Tuition: $150.
CHE 4213. Instrumental Analysis. (2-5) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3214 and CHE 3652, and a grade of "C-" or better or concurrent enrollment in CHE 3824.
The physical and chemical principles of modern instrumental techniques used for chemical analysis. Topics include emission, absorption, magnetic resonance, FTIR spectroscopies, mass spectrometry, and chromatography. The use of spectrometric and chromatographic instrumentation in the separation, identification, and quantitation of compounds in chemical systems.
Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Differential Tuition: $150. Course Fees: IUC1 $15; L001 $30.
CHE 4273. Forensic Chemistry. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3214, CHE 3652, and CHE 3804 or CHE 4354 (Formerly CHE 3854).
Application of chemical analyses with real world and legal implications. Topics include statistics, sample handling and preparation, analysis of drugs, combustion products, inks and paints, and colors and colorants. The use of spectrometric and chromatographic instrumentation in the separation, identification, and quantitation of compounds in chemical systems will be developed. Differential Tuition: $150.
CHE 4313. Biochemistry II. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3313 (CHE 3303 is not an acceptable substitute).
This course is the continuation of CHE 3313 designed for Biochemistry majors. This course will study the structure, function, chemistry of lipids and nucleic acids, amino acid metabolism, and metabolism integration and interrelationships of metabolic pathways.
Generally offered: Spring. Differential Tuition: $150.
CHE 4332. Biochemistry II Laboratory. (0-4) 2 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: CHE 3313, BIO 3362, and completion or concurrent enrollment in CHE 4313.
Course-based undergraduate research experiential laboratory focusing on the methodologies of modern biochemistry.
Generally offered: Spring. Differential Tuition: $100. Course Fees: IUC1 $15; L001 $30.
CHE 4354. Basic Biophysical Chemistry. (3-2) 4 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3313, CHE 3643, MAT 1214, PHY 1963 (or PHY 1623), and PHY 1971 (or PHY 1631).
Fundamental aspects of the physical principles that drive biological processes, particularly as applied to proteins. Topics covered include protein structure, molecular thermodynamics, structure simulation, basic statistical mechanics, quantum mechanics, and spectroscopy. This course cannot be used as an upper-division chemistry elective by students pursuing a B.S. in Chemistry. Formerly CHE 3854. Credit cannot be earned for both CHE 4354 and CHE 3854.
Generally offered: Fall. Differential Tuition: $200.Course Fees: IUC1 $15; L001 $30.
CHE 4443. Green Chemistry. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3464 and CHE 3643, or consent of instructor.
Overview of the 12 principles of green chemistry, the chemical tools utilized, and relevant examples of their practical use in commercial applications. The focus is on sustainability ethics and the primary challenges in green chemistry, including development and hazards to health and the environment. Differential Tuition: $150.
CHE 4463. Inorganic Chemistry. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3464, and completion of or concurrent enrollment in CHE 3804 or CHE 4354 (Formerly CHE 3854).
A study of the structure, bonding, and properties of inorganic compounds, acid-base theory, crystalline state, coordination chemistry, and other advanced topics.
Generally offered: Fall. Differential Tuition: $150.
CHE 4483. Solid State Chemistry. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 1113.
An introduction to inorganic materials and solid state chemistry for graduate students and advanced undergraduate students. The focus is on understanding solid state materials from a structural and chemical perspective and introducing general solid state synthesis methodologies and characterization techniques. Differential Tuition: $150.
CHE 4513. X-Ray Crystallography. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "B-" or better in CHE 3464 or consent of instructor.
Topics include a physical description of the crystalline state, symmetry in crystals, X-ray diffraction, modern methods of structural determination, and chemical interpretation of structural results. Same as CHE 4953, credit cannot be earned for both CHE 4513 and CHE 4953.
Differential Tuition: $150.
CHE 4613. Introduction to Polymer Chemistry. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3643.
Introduction to principles of polymer chemistry. Molecular weight analysis, structure-property relationships, mechanical and chemical properties, polymer synthesis, conducting polymers, and applications of polymers. Generally offered: Spring. Differential tuition: $150.
CHE 4643. Advanced Topics in Organic Chemistry. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "B-" or better in CHE 3643.
This course prepares students for graduate study in organic chemistry. Topics include physical organic chemistry, molecular orbital theory, transition state theory, hard soft acid-base theory, organometallics, and catalysis. Differential Tuition: $150.
CHE 4683. Photochemistry. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3643.
Principles of interaction of light with molecular, polymer, and materials systems. Chemical processes induced by light and applications including solar cells, photochromism, and light emitting diodes. Differential tuition: $150.
CHE 4703. Drug Metabolism. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3643 or consent of the instructor.
This course covers how drugs are metabolized in the body, including the mechanisms for enzyme-catalyzed reactions, with an emphasis on how to propose and experimentally test various hypotheses. Differential Tuition: $150.
CHE 4723. Pharmaceutical Chemistry. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3643.
Exploration of the process of drug discovery and development with particular emphasis on the role of organic chemistry. Topics include the design of new drugs, their interaction with biological targets, the application of medicinal chemistry in lead optimization, and large-scale drug synthesis and development. Differential tuition: $150.
CHE 4753. NMR Spectroscopy. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3643.
Introduction to the techniques of 1H, 13C, and multinuclear NMR spectroscopy for structure elucidation in organic chemistry. Topics include the principles of NMR spectroscopy and the role of chemical shift, coupling constants, and splitting patterns. Multi-pulse experiments and 2-dimensional techniques are also discussed. Generally offered: Spring. Differential Tuition: $150.
CHE 4763. Medicinal Chemistry. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: A grade of "B-" or better in CHE 3643 and a grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3313.
Application of the principles of organic chemistry to medicinal studies, including drug discovery and design, drug synthesis, and chemical interactions in living systems. Differential tuition: $150.
CHE 4773. Advanced Catalysis. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: A grade of "B-" or better in CHE 3643 and a grade of “C-“ or better in CHE 3464.
Advanced topics in chemical catalysis and its application to the organic synthesis of complex molecules. Systems studied include important traditional catalytic processes and new methods introduced in the recent scientific literature. Differential tuition: $150.
CHE 4823. Chemical Kinetics and Dynamics. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3804 and MAT 1224, or PHY 1963, or consent of the instructor.
Mechanism and rate of chemical reactions from a fundamental point of view, the nature of collisions including cross section and rate constant, and theories of elementary bimolecular and decay processes. The course examines different rate laws, the method of steady state approximation and its application to various type of reactions. Differential tuition: $150.
CHE 4853. Computational Chemistry. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3824 or consent of instructor.
The application of molecular mechanical, molecular orbital, and density functional methods to problems of molecular structure, property, reactivity, and spectroscopy. Generally offered: Summer. Differential Tuition: $150.
CHE 4883. Introduction to Mass Spectrometry. (2-3) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3804 or CHE 4354, or consent of instructor.
The basic principles of interpreting mass spectra and how they are produced. The effect the method of ion production has on the observed mass spectra, and the theory and operation of various types of mass spectrometers will be covered. The basic theory of ion-molecule reactions and principles and practice of biological mass spectrometry and other advanced topics will be presented.
Differential Tuition: $150. Course Fees: IUC1 $15; L001 $30.
CHE 4911. Independent Study. (0-0) 1 Credit Hour.
Prerequisites: Permission in writing (form available) from the instructor, the student’s advisor, the Department Chair, and Dean of the College in which this course is offered.
Independent reading, research, discussion, and/or writing under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. Differential Tuition: $50.
CHE 4912. Independent Study. (0-0) 2 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: Permission in writing (form available) from the instructor, the student’s advisor, the Department Chair, and Dean of the College in which this course is offered.
Independent reading, research, discussion, and/or writing under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. Differential Tuition: $100.
CHE 4913. Independent Study. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: Permission in writing (form available) from the instructor, the student’s advisor, the Department Chair, and Dean of the College in which this course is offered.
Independent reading, research, discussion, and/or writing under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, but not more than 6 semester credit hours, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. Differential Tuition: $150.
CHE 4922. Special Project. (0-0) 2 Credit Hours.
Special Project in Chemistry. A special laboratory research or library readings project under the direction of a faculty member that results in a report. Limited to science majors in their final year of undergraduate study. Course may not be repeated for more than 6 hours. Differential Tuition: $100.
CHE 4923. Special Project in Chemistry. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: Consent of Department Chair (form available in department office).
A special laboratory research or library readings project under the direction of a faculty member that results in a report. Limited to science majors in their final year of undergraduate study. Differential Tuition: $150.
CHE 4943. Molecular Spectroscopy. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisite: A grade of "C-" or better in CHE 3824.
The foundation of spectroscopic methods and the interpretation of spectra for the identification and elucidation of structures and properties of molecules will be presented. Topics include the absorption and emission of radiation, group theory, microwave, infrared, Raman, UV/Visible, and photo-electron spectroscopies. Differential Tuition: $150.
CHE 4953. Special Studies in Chemistry. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: Upper-division standing and consent of instructor.
An organized course offering the opportunity for specialized study not normally or not often available as part of the regular course offerings. Special Studies may be repeated for credit when the topics vary, but not more than 6 semester credit hours, regardless of discipline, will apply to a bachelor’s degree. Generally offered: Fall, Spring, Summer. Differential Tuition: $150. Course fee: $75.
CHE 4993. Honors Research. (0-0) 3 Credit Hours.
Prerequisites: Enrollment limited to candidates for College Honors during their last two semesters; approval by the College Honors Committee.
Supervised research and preparation of an honors thesis. May be repeated only once with approval. Generally offered: Fall, Spring. Differential Tuition: $150.