Natural Science & Mathematics Courses
(Also BIO 405) The course covers basic techniques for the extraction, purification, and characterization of DNA, RNA, and protein molecules.
The course approaches modern inorganic chemistry by integrating descriptive and physical principles using molecular orbital theory to describe chemical bonding and reactivity. Structures, magnetic properties, and spectra of transition metal complexes are described using the crystal and ligand field theories. Special topics, such as, catalysis, organometallics, and bioinorganics are included. The course includes lecture and recitation.
This is the final course in the abstract mathematics sequence. Topics include: groups, rings, fields, integral domains, isomorphisms, homomorphisms, sub group structure of finite groups.
This four hour laboratory is associated with CHM 414. Laboratory work emphasizes the syntheses and characterization of transition metal complexes.
This course is a rigorous treatment of the basic concepts of calculus including limits, continuity, differentiation, and the Riemann integral. Properties of the real number system, and extensions of the Mean Value Theorem are also considered.
Topics will include advanced subjects in major areas of the biological sciences. Topics may vary or be repeated. As topics vary, students may repeat the course for credit.
Please contact your instructor for specific topic.
The seminar is intended to serve as a capstone experience for chemistry and biochemistry majors. Students will learn how to search the literature in their area of concentration, prepare two well-researched papers(one short, one long), and present those papers in front of their peers, as well as faculty in the discipline.
The seminar is designed to bring upperclassmen in all biology concentrations together so that they can discuss the major principles of this discipline. The preparation of a literature research paper and its oral presentation develop the ability to critically assess the research literature, expose students to subject areas not encountered in previous courses, develop communication skills, and serve as a basis for continued learning in individual students’ particular areas of interest.
This course is an opportunity for advanced students to design and conduct experimental research with the assistance of a faculty member. Students will learn the techniques involved in carrying out a research project including: literature search, experimental design and implementation, data collection and analysis, and presentation of results.
This is a one or two semester course consisting of library and laboratory research. Credit may be arranged in advance by the advisor, but may not exceed one course each term.