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8. Course Descriptions

Note: Sequencing rules in effect for many Math courses prohibit students from earning credit for a lower numbered Math course after receiving credit for a higher numbered Math course. Sequencing rules are included in the course descriptions of applicable courses.
 

Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology
  

  • CMPP 799 - Dissertation

    (1 to 24 units)
    Limited to CMPP majors.

    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. conduct research on a biomedical research project.
    2. effectively present research at conferences.
    3. write manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.


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Center for the Application of Substance Abuse Technologies (CASAT)
  

  • CAS 154 - Problems of Substance Abuse and Addiction

    (3 units)
    Overview of how involvement with alcohol, tobacco and other drugs can affect health, personal and social development. Related social, philosophical, cultural, prevention and treatment issues.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain the historical perspective of the use of alcohol and other drugs, current drug trends, and major theories of addiction.
    2. demonstrate general knowledge of the major American based drug classifications and the general effects of psychoactive substances upon the brain and body.
    3. understand and articulate the current theories of addiction prevention and recovery.
    4. identify treatment, prevention, and intervention strategies and services including the needs of special populations.
    5. define the characteristics of effective relapse prevention and self?help support groups.
    6. articulate a personal understanding of the issues inherent in individuals’ efforts to abstain from a substance and/or behavioral addiction.


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  • CAS 254 - Signs and Symptoms of Addiction

    (3 units)
    Theories and models of alcohol and other drug addiction with emphasis on the signs and symptoms of problematic use and abuse.

    Prerequisite(s): CAS 154 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. recognize the various models of addiction and be able to articulate their influence on social perception.
    2. identify the interactions of biological, psychological and social factors in addiction.
    3. articulate the history of licit and illicit drug use in our society and the factors affecting their popularity and loss of favor.
    4. recognize the fundamental neuroscience changes and pharmacological properties of psychoactive substances on the central nervous system.
    5. demonstrate competency in identifying the biological, psychological, and social signs and symptoms of alcohol, drugs, and other compulsive behaviors.


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  • CAS 255 - Substance Abuse Prevention

    (3 units)
    A basic overview of substance abuse prevention with emphasis on scientifically defensible substance abuse prevention research and practices.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. describe the context and importance of evidence based substance abuse prevention research and practices.
    2. summarize the three basic models of prevention and the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF).
    3. explain the risk and protective factor framework and how to utilize this framework in prevention program development.
    4. demonstrate how and where to identify local and nationally-cited prevention programs and resources useful to prevention program planning.
    5. discuss the importance of human development theory, culture, ethics, and media and how they are used in prevention planning and implementation.
    6. identify prevention needs of diverse populations in order to more effectively develop culturally appropriate programming.


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  • CAS 256 - Substance Abuse Across Diverse Populations

    (3 units)
    Reviews and unique variables of onset, prevention, treatment and recovery of addiction within diverse populations, focusing on application of culturally sensitive social intervention strategies.

    Prerequisite(s): CAS 154 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify social, political, cultural and environmental influences on the use and misuse of alcohol, tobacco, and other substances in distinct populations.
    2. demonstrate an understanding of the myths, stereotypes, stigma, and core challenges associated with each group and its implications for the recovery process and culturally sensitive interventions.
    3. identify their own culture and values and assess how one’s own identity contrasts and interacts with those different from one’s self.
    4. understand the process of becoming culturally competent and identify areas of needed personal growth.
    5. assume an informed position and discuss evidence-based and culturally relevant social intervention strategies for use in addiction counseling.


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  • CAS 257 - Fundamentals of Behavioral Health

    (3 units)
    An overview of wellness dimensions, peer support specialists’ ethics, patient advocacy, and systems of care navigation for the mental health and substance abuse services provider.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. discuss the major behavioral health conditions identified in the DSM 5.
    2. demonstrate understanding of the differences between wellness theories/practices and how each affects mental health and substance abuse conditions.
    3. idetify historical facts, change theory tenets, and the varying role of both professional and peer behavioral health care providers.
    4. recognize and comprehend the ethical codes and scope of practice issues important to peer support and professoinal specialists applying an ehtical decision-making model.
    5. demonstrate knowledge regarding new strategies for intervening with and providing support for individuals with behavioral health issues.
    6. construct a presentation on complementary and alternative medicine strategies to demonstrate knowledge regarding new strategies for intervening with and providing support for
    7. prepare a resource document that applies knowledge regarding systems of care and insurance for a variety of patient needs as part of a group project.


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  • CAS 354 - Screening and Client Engagement

    (3 units)
    Overview of philosophical and procedural components for providing addictions services; professional characteristics, ethical/legal issues, helping process and initial assessment. Motivational interviewing practiced.

    Prerequisite(s): CAS 154 ; acceptance into the minor or certificate in Addiction Treatment Services.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. exhibit understanding of and the preliminary skills for developing a therapeutic relationship by utilizing the core conditions of counseling.
    2. identify attitudes toward individuals with alcohol and drug related problems and one’s motivation for entering the field.
    3. develop a personal plan for modifying any attitudes that might hinder one’s effectiveness as a helping professional.
    4. discuss an addiction counselor’s professional obligations to adhere to the regulations and laws that govern addiction counseling – including confidentiality and ethics.
    5. describe how motivational interviewing strategies interact with the stages of change.
    6. demonstrate knowledge of Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT).


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  • CAS 355 - Individual and Group Addiction Treatment

    (3 units)
    Strategies and core competencies for treating addicted individual and group counseling. Experiential learning is the primary approach utilized in this class.

    Prerequisite(s): CAS 254 ; acceptance into the minor or certificate program in Addiction Counseling and Prevention Services. Recommended Preparation: CAS 354 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate the ability to develop a therapeutic relationship through the appropriate use of empathic relating skills.
    2. demonstrate motivational interviewing skills that accurately reflect the needs of clients based upon stage of change.
    3. understand and utilize interventions appropriate for clients with addictive disorders.
    4. articulate the impact that a counselor’s personal beliefs and values or “self” issues can have on the therapeutic relationship.
    5. identify the stages of group growth and strategies useful to each stage.
    6. demonstrate understanding of and ability to utilize group facilitation skills.


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  • CAS 357 - Behavioral Health in the Justice System

    (3 units)
    Provides theoretical, research-based and practical perspectives on the two overlapping fields of criminal justice and behavioral healthcare (including substance abuse and mental health).

    Prerequisite(s): CAS 154 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate an understanding of the reciprocal impact between behavioral health disorders and the criminal justice system.
    2. articulate the basic concepts and the major theories underlying the American criminal justice system and their current practical application.
    3. discuss the research on specific offender subtypes and suggest how to utilize this research when applying behavioral health activities within the criminal justice system.
    4. identify the factors influencing appropriate interventions for individuals in the criminal justice system that have substance use disorders.
    5. analyze and critically evaluate intervention approaches in terms of likely effectiveness with individuals involved in the criminal justice system.
    6. describe the past and current clinical-social perspectives on addiction.


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  • CAS 437 - Aging and Addiction

    (3 units)
    A multidisciplinary overview of factors affecting the identification, intervention and treatment of substance-related and behavioral addictions in older adults. (CAS 437, GERO 437 and SW 437 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the three.)

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or higher standing.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain the aging process from a bio-psycho-social perspective.
    2. differentiate and discuss the various theories and models of aging and the synergistic effect of substance-related behaviors.
    3. identify risk and protective factors relevant to addictions among the aging across bio-psycho-social domains.
    4. describe the process, progression, treatment, and recovery from addictive disorders for the aging population.
    5. identify prevention and intervention strategies and trends relevant to addiction and the aging.


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  • CAS 439 - Exploring Gambling Behaviors

    (3 units)
    Explores the history, prevalence and etiology of problem gambling. Investigates stages of progression, effects on families and relationships to other addictions.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. recognize and express definitions, historical events, and social impacts of recreational, social and disordered gambling.
    2. describe the continuum of gambling and the impact on the individual from a Bio-Psycho-Socio-Spiritual perspective.
    3. identify the signs and symptoms of disordered gambling as defined in the DSM-5 categories.
    4. detail treatment and support options including assessment tools, treatment approaches and self-help groups for disorders gambling concerns for gamblers and others.
    5. identify the impact of gambling disorders on the family, workplace, and community including any legal issues that might arise.


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  • CAS 454 - Assessment and Case Management of Addictions

    (3 units)
    Practical application of providing addiction services; assessment, placement, treatment planning, ethical/legal issues, and case management.

    Prerequisite(s): CAS 254 ; CAS 354 ; acceptance into the minor or certificate in Addiction Counseling and Prevention Services.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate an understanding of the professional practice of addiction counseling specific to clinical evaluation, treatment planning, service coordination, and documentation.
    2. identify different types of treatment programs, treatment philosophies, and effective treatment approaches.
    3. display proficiency in developing and writing evaluations/assessments, treatment plans, case notes, discharge plans, etc.
    4. exhibit sensitivity to the needs of special populations in treatment settings.
    5. demonstrate understanding of professional ethics specific to identification of ethical issues, assessing risk, and implementing a model that addresses the ethical concern.


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  • CAS 457 - Peer Support Specialist Practicum

    (3 units)
    Field placement in a community-based organization where students practice applying knowledge and skills attained in peer support specialist certificate classes.

    Prerequisite(s): CAS 154 ; CAS 257 .

    Units of Internship/Practicum: 3
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. display core relational skills in peer-to-peer relationships as evidenced by classroom reflection and constructive supervisory feedback.
    2. exhibit appropriate boundaries and maintain confidentiality when providing support to peer clients.
    3. demonstrate ability to maintain non-judgmental and respectful behavior and attitudes focused on the individual, not the diagnosis.
    4. demonstrate a personal and professional commitment to participate responsibly in efforts to serve the public good, alleviate social problems, improve client functioning, effect social change and contribute to the research and knowledge needed to achieve these objectives.
    5. determine if peer support is an appropriate career path after critically evaluating the practicum experience.


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  • CAS 459 - Special Topics in Addiction

    (3 units)
    Subjects related to alcohol and drug addiction and other compulsive behaviors. Topical areas may include perinatal substance abuse, women’s issues, and co-occurring disorders.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 9

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. determine important variables related to the special topic being investigated in the class (example: women’s issues, emotions, other addictions).
    2. demonstrate a clear understanding of how the special topic impacts prevention, treatment, and recovery from a behavioral disorder.
    3. articulate and lessen the potential interference personal issues might have when assisting individuals who suffer from an addictive disorder.
    4. exhibit the skills helpful to assisting the special population of focus in the course.


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  • CAS 460 - Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders I

    (3 units)
    Basic information regarding consequences of in utero substance exposure involvement and methods necessary to intervene with this special population. (CAS 460 and SW 460 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the two.)

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate understanding of the possible impact of alcohol and/or drug use on individuals, families, and communities.
    2. compare and contrast the impact of an addicted family system on the child exposed to substances in utero.
    3. identify the learning/behavior profile indicative of prenatal substance abuse.
    4. demonstrate competency developing a comprehensive dynamic case management plan inclusive of individual intervention strategies for individuals exposed to substances in utero.
    5. identify resources needed to accommodate client’s special needs, and policies/procedures that will detract from or assist in carrying out the plan.
    6. interface FASD information, FASD ethics, and FASD prevention concepts.


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  • CAS 464 - Practicum in Addiction Treatment and Prevention

    (3 units) CO14
    Placement in an accredited substance abuse treatment program or a prevention program site with an opportunity to apply skills and knowledge learned in previous CEP courses and the student’s major field of study.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 6

    Prerequisite(s): CAS 454 .

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 1
    Units of Internship/Practicum: 2
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. display core relational skills as appropriate with clients at assigned clinical site.
    2. exhibit case management skills through client engagement, maintaining case files and written case notes as appropriate to the field site.
    3. demonstrate clinical skills taught in earlier CASAT and major field of study classes and utilized in assessment, group or individual counseling, and other treatment program activities.
    4. exhibit appropriate boundaries and legally sound practices of ethical and confidential behaviors as expected of professional counselors or client advocates.
    5. determine if working in the behavioral health prevention, treatment, or recovery field is a continuing career goal.
    6. determine their growth and learning through self-evaluations.


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  • CAS 491 - Independent Study in Addiction

    (1 to 3 units)
    Study of various topics in addiction treatment and/or prevention.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. determine individually with the professor the readings and activities required to become an informed person regarding the chosen topic.
    2. perform the expectations agreed upon by the student and professor based upon the course content focuse on within the independent study.


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  • CAS 637 - Aging and Addiction

    (3 units)
    A multidisciplinary overview of factors affecting the identification, intervention and treatment of substance-related and behavioral addictions in older adults. (CAS 637, GERO 637 and SW 637 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the three.)

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain the aging process from a bio-psycho-social perspective.
    2. differentiate and discuss the various theories and models of aging and the synergistic effect of substance-related behaviors.
    3. identify risk and protective factors relevant to addictions among the aging across bio-psycho-social domains.
    4. describe the process, progression, treatment, and recovery from addictive disorders for the aging population.
    5. identify prevention and intervention strategies and trends relevant to addiction and the aging.


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  • CAS 639 - Exploring Gambling Behaviors

    (3 units)
    Explores the history, prevalence and etiology of problem gambling. Investigates stages of progression, effects on families and relationships to other addictions.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. recognize and express definitions, historical events, and social impacts of recreational, social and disordered gambling.
    2. describe the continuum of gambling and the impact on the individual from a Bio-Psycho-Socio-Spiritual perspective.
    3. identify the signs and symptoms of disordered gambling as defined in the DSM-5 categories.
    4. detail treatment and support options including assessment tools, treatment approaches and self-help groups for disorders gambling concerns for gamblers and others.
    5. identify the impact of gambling disorders on the family, workplace, and community including any legal issues that might arise.


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  • CAS 659 - Special Topics in Addiction

    (3 units)
    Subjects related to alcohol and drug addiction and other compulsive behaviors. Topical areas may include perinatal substance abuse, women’s issues, and co-occurring disorders.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 9

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. determine important variables related to the special topic being investigated in the class (example: women’s issues, emotions, other addictions).
    2. demonstrate a clear understanding of how the special topic impacts prevention, treatment, and recovery from a behavioral disorder.
    3. articulate and lessen the potential interference personal issues might have when assisting individuals who suffer from an addictive disorder.
    4. exhibit the skills helpful to assisting the special population of focus in the course.


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  • CAS 660 - Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders I

    (3 units)
    Basic information regarding consequences of in utero substance exposure involvement and methods necessary to intervene with this special population. (CAS 660 and SW 660 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the two.)

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate understanding of the possible impact of alcohol and/or drug use on individuals, families, and communities.
    2. compare and contrast the impact of an addicted family system on the child exposed to substances in utero.
    3. identify the learning/behavior profile indicative of prenatal substance abuse.
    4. demonstrate competency developing a comprehensive dynamic case management plan inclusive of individual intervention strategies for individuals exposed to substances in utero.
    5. identify resources needed to accommodate client’s special needs, and policies/procedures that will detract from or assist in carrying out the plan.
    6. interface FASD information, FASD ethics, and FASD prevention concepts.


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  • CAS 674 - Overview of Addiction Prevention, Treatment & Recovery

    (3 units)
    Physical and psychological aspects of the addictive process with emphasis on assessment, diagnosis, treatment, referral and self-help options for individuals and families. (CAS 674, CEP 674 and SW 674 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the three.)

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. understand and articulate the current theories of addiction prevention and recovery.
    2. demonstrate understanding of recovery programs and their relationship to the fundamental goals of addiction treatment and mental health.
    3. identify prevention, intervention, treatment, and relapse prevention strategies and services.
    4. indicate knowledge and the initial skills appropriate to assessing, intervening, and treating substance abusers and their families.
    5. articulate and lessen the potential interference your own personal issues might have when dealing with clients and families struggling with addiction concerns.
    6. demonstrate understanding of the National Drug Control Strategy and how it can be changed.


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  • CAS 712 - Neuroscience of Addiction

    (3 units)
    Explores the etiology of alcohol and drug dependency with an emphasis on brain disease and neurobiological influences upon addiction.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate understanding of the basic neuroanatomy and pharmacodynamics elicited by different classes of drugs of abuse.
    2. articulate the current scientific research on the neurobiology of addiction as it relates to specific psychoactive substances of abuse.
    3. analyze the basic models of addiction and their relationship to the present understanding of addiction as a brain disease.
    4. detail and apply the neuroscience of addiction to inform their understanding of prevention, treatment and recovery processes.
    5. discuss the common medications used in the treatment of behavioral health issues and the clinical application of such knowledge in their practice as clinicians.


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  • CAS 759 - Assessment, Treatment and Case Management

    (3 units)
    Analysis of the methods, procedures and policies that guide the delivery of addiction counseling services.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. demonstrate knowledge and skills in assessing, diagnosing and placing clients with substance-related disorders in the most appropriate treatment environment/program via ASAM criteria.
    2. exhibit knowledge and skills in writing related treatment recommendations plans, progress/case notes, and discharge plans.
    3. articulate the cultural diversity and counter transference issues that are critical to responsible assessment and case management process.
    4. demonstrate knowledge of the DSM-5 diagnostic process for substance-related disorders, with some emphasis on co-occurring disorders.
    5. describe current, major therapeutic theories/approaches in treatment of substance-related disorders.
    6. demonstrate basic understanding and application of Motivational Interviewing.


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  • CAS 760 - Individual & Group Counseling for Addictions

    (3 units)
    Therapeutic interventions, techniques and strategies for intervening with individuals, groups affected by alcohol and other drugs. (CAS 760 and CEP 760 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the two.)

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. articulate the various theories, models, and therapies that underpin counseling individuals with addictive disorders.
    2. demonstrate an understanding of how core counseling theories are utilized and/or adapted for work with clients addressing substance use disorders.
    3. demonstrate effective individual and group counseling skills as they apply to working with the addicted population.
    4. identify the variables impacting special populations and determine effective interventions for working with these clients.
    5. identify “self” factors that might create barriers to effective clinical work when counseling clients with addictive disorders.
    6. demonstrate ability to practice “use of self” flexibility for improving clinical strategies and options.
    7. detail the theories and approaches identified as “best practices” when working with addicted clients individually or in group settings.


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  • CAS 761 - Couple and Family Treatment of Addictions

    (3 units)
    Analysis and application of relational theories and techniques to the treatment of substance abuse and other addictions.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain the systemic dynamics frequently found in families vulnerable to substance abuse problems.
    2. identify the research and specific evidence-based approaches supporting couple and family treatment approaches for substance use disorders.
    3. describe and apply the specific theories of substance abuse treatment to clinical cases.
    4. demonstrate effective relationship intervention skills as they apply to working with the addicted population.
    5. professionally apply strategies and clinical techniques for actively working with families in recovery.


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  • CAS 791 - Independent Study in Addiction

    (1 to 3 units)
    Study of various topics in addiction treatment and/or prevention.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.

    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. determine individually with the instructor the research needed to become an informed person on the topical area of choice for independent study.
    2. demonstrate knowledge of course content as it relates to material chosen for the independent study.
    3. perform agreed upon expectations in a professional and ethical manner.


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Chemical Engineering
  

  • CHE 102 - Introduction to Chemical Engineering II

    (3 units)
    Introduction to Chemical Engineering subjects, curriculum, and careers. The class includes a design project. Lab safety certification.

    Prerequisite(s): For CHE majors: MATH 181 ; CHEM 201 . For non-CHE major: MATH 127  or higher; CHEM 121A  and CHEM 121L  or CHEM 201 .

    Units of Lecture: 2
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
    2. recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
    3. function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.


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  • CHE 234 - Principles of Chemical Engineering

    (4 units)
    Introduction to chemical calculations emphasizing unit equations, process stoichiometry, material and energy balances, states of matter, simulation of steady-state and transient processes, and case studies.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 4

    Prerequisite(s): CHE 102 ; CHEM 202 ; MATH 181  with a “C” or better.

    Units of Lecture: 4
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
    3. acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.


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  • CHE 245 - Computer Applications in Chemical Engineering

    (3 units)
    Modern computer applications, including design simulations and numerical methods; statistical methods. Use of mathematical software packages.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 182  with a “C” or better; CHE 232  or CHE 311  or CHE 332  or MSE 250 .

    Units of Lecture: 2
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
    3. function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
    4. acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.


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  • CHE 301 - Introduction to Sustainable Energy Resources

    (3 units)
    Survey of current and potential sustainable energy resources. Environmental, political, social, and engineering evaluation of energy resources such as fossil, nuclear and alternative energy.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 201  or CHEM 121A  and CHEM 121L ; MATH 181 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
    2. acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.


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  • CHE 311 - Engineering Thermodynamics I

    (3 units)
    Principles of engineering thermodynamics. A study of the first and second laws, entropy, ideal and real gases, and second-law analysis of engineering systems. (CHE 311 and ME 311 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the two.)

    Prerequisite(s): PHYS 181  with a “C” or better and CHEM 121A  with a “C” or better or CHEM 201 . Corequisite(s): PHYS 181  for CHE majors.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.


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  • CHE 320 - Principles of Sustainability

    (3 units) CO9
    Methods for approaching sustainability and life cycle assessment in areas such as energy, manufacturing, and construction, as well as organizations and the nexus of science, technology, and society.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 121A  and CHEM 121L  or CHEM 201 ; MATH 182 ; PHYS 180 ; Junior standing.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. communicate effectively with a range of audiences.


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  • CHE 332 - Principles of Chemical Engineering

    (3 units)
    Introduction to chemical engineering calculations and analysis emphasizing process stoichiometry, chemical reactions, material and energy balances, states of matter, analysis of steady-state and transient processes, and case studies.

    Prerequisite(s): CHE 102 ; CHE 311 ; CHEM 202 ; MATH 181  with a “C” or better.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
    2. function on multidisciplinary teams.
    3. identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
    4. communicate effectively.
    5. use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.


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  • CHE 361 - Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics

    (3 units)
    Application of basic concepts from thermodynamics to chemical and molecular systems; chemical reaction and phase equilibria; estimation of thermophysical properties; ideal and non-ideal systems.

    Prerequisite(s): CHE 234  with a “C” or better OR CHE 332  with a “C” or better; CHEM 421 ; MATH 283  with a “C” or better.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
    3. acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.


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  • CHE 374 - Transport Phenomena II

    (3 units)
    Applications of the equations of change to heat and mass transport. Analytical solutions of heat conduction and convection problems. Diffusion in multicomponent mixtures. Radiant heat transfer, interphase transfer.

    Prerequisite(s): CHE 245  and ENGR 360 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.


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  • CHE 406 - Introduction to Polymer Science and Engineering

    (3 units)
    Introduction to a variety of polymers, including synthesis, characterization, and applications of these polymers which are of interest to chemical engineers.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 341 ; MATH 283  with a “C” or better. Corequisite(s): CHEM 421 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
    3. acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.


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  • CHE 410 - Renewable Energy Systems

    (3 units)
    In depth analysis of technology, economics, and resources of renewable energy systems. Detailed engineering analysis of Nevada-specific resources.

    Prerequisite(s): CHE 232  or CHE 301  or ME 311 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
    3. develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.


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  • CHE 415 - Introduction to Particle Technology

    (3 units)
    Application of fundamental engineering principles to particulate systems. Topics include characterization, particle formation, fluid-particle separation, safety and particle transport. Emphasis will be on industrial application.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGR 360 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
    3. communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
    4. function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
    5. develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.


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  • CHE 416 - Molecular Simulation

    (3 units)
    Basic theory, methods, applications of molecular simulation, elementary statistical mechanics. Monte Carlo, molecular dynamics, ensemble averaging. Evaluation of free energies, phase equilibria, interfacial, transport properties.

    Prerequisite(s): CHE 245  or ME 303 ; CHEM 421 ; MATH 285  with a “C” or better.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.


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  • CHE 425 - Introduction to Computational Materials Modeling

    (3 units)
    Introduction to computational materials modeling with emphasis in hands-on experience with a broad survey of modern atomic modeling platforms and tools, scientific computing, and visualization.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 283  with “C” or better; PHYS 181 ; at least Junior standing.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
    3. acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.


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  • CHE 426 - Biomolecular Engineering

    (3 units)
    The course describes molecular biology of gene expression and regulation, recombinant DNA technologies, recombinant protein production, and protein structure and function, and protein engineering. Fundamentals and advances in protein engineering and design including rational and computational design of proteins, directed evolution, cell display and high-throughput screening technologies will be discussed with the focus on applications of biomolecular engineering in modern biotechnology.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 283  or CHEM 341  or BIOL 300 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. communicate effectively with a range of audiences.


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  • CHE 440 - Chemical Reactor Design

    (3 units)
    Reaction rates and the factors controlling them. Design of reactors for chemical processing is emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): CHE 361 ; CHE 374 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
    3. develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.


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  • CHE 441 - Unit Operations Lab I

    (1 unit)
    Experiments emphasizing theory of fluid flow, equipment, and strategy development for industrial problems. Provide practice in engineering presentations and report writing.

    Prerequisite(s): CHE 102 ; CHE 374 ; ENGR 360 .

    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
    3. develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.


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  • CHE 442 - Unit Operations Lab II

    (2 units)
    Experiments emphasizing theory of heat and mass transfer, equipment, and trouble shooting. Unit operations commonly employed in chemical industries. Practice engineering presentations and report writing.

    Prerequisite(s): CHE 102 ; CHE 485 .

    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
    3. develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.


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  • CHE 450 - Techniques of Process Design, Economics and Safety

    (3 units) CO12
    Principles of chemical engineering process design. Economics, safety, social and ethical considerations; organization of process design; process synthesis; computer optimization techniques applied to design. (CHE 450 and MSE 450 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the two.)

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 ; CH 201  or CH 202  or CH 203  or CH 212 ; CHE 361 ; CHE 374 ; Junior or Senior standing. Corequisite(s): CHE 485 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
    3. recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
    4. develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
    5. acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.


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  • CHE 451 - Process Control

    (4 units)
    Nature of Dynamic Processes; numerical modeling of dynamic processes, digital and analog control techniques; control hardware; introduction to advanced control techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): CHE 245 ; CHE 361 ; CHE 440 ; CHE 441 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.


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  • CHE 455 - Electrochemical Engineering

    (3 units)
    Fundamentals of electrochemical engineering; in-depth study of Industrial Applications of Electrochemical Engineering. (CHE 455 and MSE 455 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the two.)

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 202  or higher. Corequisite(s): CHE 361  or MSE 361  or Thermodynamics.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
    3. function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
    4. develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.


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  • CHE 473 - Chemical Process Safety

    (3 units)
    Inherently safe design, qualitative and quantitative risk analysis, toxicology, industrial hygiene, epidemiology, pressure relief design, fugitive emissions, dispersion modeling, safety and health regulations, accident investigation.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing in engineering.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
    3. recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
    4. develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.


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  • CHE 475 - Principles of Bioengineering

    (3 units)
    Introduction to bioengineering principles and application to engineering processes. Topics include cell growth, industrial fermentation, pharmaceutical processing, waste treatment, mass transfer, bioreactor design and control.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 121A  and CHEM 121L  or CHEM 201 ; Junior or Senior standing.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
    2. acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.


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  • CHE 482 - Design Project

    (3 units) CO14
    Individual projects in the design of processes and plant components including safety, social and ethical considerations.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing; CHE 440 ; CHE 450 .

    Units of Lecture: 1
    Units of Independent Study: 2
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
    3. communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
    4. recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
    5. function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
    6. develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
    7. acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.


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  • CHE 485 - Separation Processes

    (3 units)
    Mass transfer operations; binary distillation, liquid-liquid extraction, multicomponent separations, absorption, supercritical extraction, membrane separations, fluid-solid separations, adsorption.

    Prerequisite(s): CHE 361 ; CHE 374 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
    3. communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
    4. function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
    5. acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.


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  • CHE 495 - Special Problems

    (1 to 3 units)
    Individual problems in chemical engineering.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 6

    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.


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  • CHE 616 - Molecular Simulation

    (3 units)
    Basic theory, methods, applications of molecular simulation, elementary statistical mechanics. Monte Carlo, molecular dynamics, ensemble averaging. Evaluation of free energies, phase equilibria, interfacial, transport properties.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 625 - Introduction to Computational Materials Modeling

    (3 units)
    Introduction to computational materials modeling with emphasis in hands-on experience with a broad survey of modern atomic modeling platforms and tools, scientific computing, and visualization.

    Grading Basis: Graded
    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
    2. communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
    3. acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
    4. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    5. have an understanding of research methodology.


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  • CHE 626 - Biomolecular Engineering

    (3 units)
    The course describes molecular biology of gene expression and regulation, recombinant DNA technologies, recombinant protein production, and protein structure and function, and protein engineering. Fundamentals and advances in protein engineering and design including rational and computational design of proteins, directed evolution, cell display and high-throughput screening technologies will be discussed with the focus on applications of biomolecular engineering in modern biotechnology.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply the basic concepts of protein engineering and design to modify protein structure and function using directed evolution and rational design.
    2. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.


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  • CHE 640 - Chemical Reactor Design

    (3 units)
    Reaction rates and the factors controlling them. Design of reactors for chemical processing is emphasized.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 651 - Process Control

    (4 units)
    Nature of Dynamic Processes; numerical modeling of dynamic processes, digital and analog control techniques; control hardware; introduction to advanced control techniques.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 655 - Electrochemical Engineering

    (3 units)
    Fundamentals of electrochemical engineering; in-depth study of Industrial Applications of Electrochemical Engineering. (CHE 655 and MSE 655 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the two.)

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 671 - Process Engineering for Pollution Prevention and Waste Minimization

    (3 units)
    Sources of pollution and hazardous materials; risk assessment; relevant statutory regulations; contemporary pollution prevention techniques; incineration; industry specific pollution control methods.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 673 - Chemical Process Safety

    (3 units)
    Inherently safe design, qualitative and quantitative risk analysis, toxicology, industrial hygiene, epidemiology, pressure relief design, fugitive emissions, dispersion modeling, safety and health regulations, accident investigation.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 674 - Air Pollution Control Engineering

    (3 units)
    Sources and quantification of air pollution; effects of air pollution; relevant statutory regulations; contemporary air pollution control technologies; system design; dispersion modeling.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 675 - Principles of Bioengineering

    (3 units)
    Introduction to bioengineering principles and application to engineering processes. Topics include cell growth, industrial fermentation, pharmaceutical processing, waste treatment, mass transfer, bioreactor design and control.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 695 - Special Problems

    (1 to 3 units)
    Individual problems in chemical engineering.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 6

    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 700 - Applied Mathematics in Chemical Engineering

    (3 units)
    Application of ordinary and partial differential equations, transforms, the calculus of finite differences and numerical methods in chemical engineering problems.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 704 - Powder Technology

    (3 units)
    Characterization of particles and particulate systems; packing of granular solids; powder mechanics and hopper design; interparticle forces; bulk powder processing, including conveying, communition, and storage.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 706 - Polymer Science and Engineering

    (3 units)
    Principles of polymerization, including: step, radical, emulsion and chain polymerization. Topics related to polymerization are: reaction kinetics, equilibrium considerations, molecular weight distribution, and crosslinking.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 731 - Advanced Process Control

    (3 units)
    Selected topics in contemporary process control research including: nonlinear control model-based control schemes, multivariable control, intelligent modeling algorithms.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 741 - Advanced Kinetics and Reactor Design

    (3 units)
    Complex reaction rates and networks; catalytic processes; gas-solid reactions; batch, plug flow, perfectly mixed flow reactor equations; stability and analysis; homogeneous and heterogeneous models; fluidized bed reactors.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 760 - Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics

    (3 units)
    Advanced treatment of thermodynamics with application to dynamic, equilibrium, and near equilibrium systems. Measurements, derivative properties, equations of state, activity-coefficient models, reaction equilibria.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 762 - Statistical Thermodynamics

    (3 units)
    Introduction to statistical thermodynamics with applications to metallurgy and chemical engineering. (CHE 762 and MSE 762 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the two.)

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 764 - Advanced Transport Phenomena I

    (3 units)
    Advanced concepts in theoretical and applied fluid and heat dynamics involving steady state, transient and cyclic phenomena in chemical and metallurgical engineering.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 765 - Advanced Transport Phenomena II

    (3 units)
    Multicomponent diffusion, mass transport models, advanced concepts in analysis and design of continuous and multistage separation processes, advanced topics including recent literature.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 285  with a “C” or better.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Spring - Even Years

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 778 - Elements of Research Computing

    (1 to 3 units)
    An overview of computational research, a skills-based introduction to programming and shell scripting for automating computational tasks. Select weekend workshops after attending the introductory lecture. 3 workshops = 1 unit, 6 workshops = 2 units, 9 workshops = 3 units.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 3

    Prerequisite(s): Degree-seeking graduate student. Class Note: Students who do not have a laptop may be able to borrow one with advance notice.

    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. use Linux, R, Python, C++, Batch Processing techniques, depending on modules/workshops selected.
    2. become versed in basic vocabulary and procedures associated with the tools listed in the course.
    3. install, configure, use and obtain results from the tools associated with each module/workshop.
    4. determine what types of computational tools might be useful in their own research.


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  • CHE 786 - Heterogeneous Catalysis

    (3 units)
    Fundamental theories and applications of heterogeneous catalysis; adsorption isotherms, catalyst characterization, mass transfer limitations on reaction rates, development of kinetics and reaction models.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 790 - Seminar

    (1 to 3 units)
    Guest speakers, faculty, or students will make presentations and discuss research topics. (CHE 790 and MSE 790 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the two.)

    Maximum units a student may earn: 6

    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 791 - Special Chemical Engineering Problems

    (1 to 4 units)
    Specialized study in any of the subjects pertaining to chemical engineering. Subject matter may be arranged after conference with faculty member and department chair.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 8

    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 795 - Comprehensive Examination

    (1 to 3 units)
    Course is used by graduate programs to administer comprehensive examinations either as end of program comprehensive examinations or as qualifying examinations for doctoral candidates prior to being advanced to candidacy.

    Grading Basis: S/U Only
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 797 - Thesis

    (1 to 6 units)
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 799 - Dissertation

    (1 to 24 units)
    For majors in the chemical engineering doctoral program only.

    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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  • CHE 899 - Graduate Advisement

    (1 to 4 units)
    Provides access to faculty for continued consultation and advisement. No grade is filed and credits may not be applied to any degree requirements. Limited to 8 credits (2 semester) enrollment. For non-thesis master’s degree students only.

    Grading Basis: S/U only
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply engineering research and theory to advance the art, science, and practice of the discipline.
    2. design and conduct experiments as well as to analyze, interpret, apply, and disseminate the data.
    3. understand research methodology.


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Chemistry
  

  • CHEM 100 - Molecules and Life in the Modern World

    (3 units)
    Introductory chemistry with emphasis on impacts on human society, environmental issues, energy sources, and life processes. Includes four laboratory experiments.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of the Core Curriculum Mathematics requirement or an ACT of 27 or an SAT of 630 or Accuplacer QAS 276 and AAF 276 or Corequisite. Corequisite(s): MATH 127  or MATH 128  or MATH 176  or MATH 181 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. apply the scientific method by stating a question, performing experiments and/or analyzing a data presentation.
    2. name and identify common inorganic and organic compounds.
    3. use the Periodic Table of Elements to make predictions about chemical properties.
    4. discuss how chemistry relates to everyday life and societal issues.


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  • CHEM 121A - General Chemistry I

    (3 units) CO4
    Fundamentals of chemistry including reaction stoichiometry, atomic structure, chemical bonding, molecular structure, states of matter, and thermochemistry. Credit allowed in only one of CHEM 121, CHEM 121A, or CHEM 201 .

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of Core Curriculum Mathematics requirement (MATH 127  or higher is recommended) or Corequisite(s): MATH 127  or higher and CHEM 121L .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. appraise and assess how chemistry applies to everyday phenomena.
    2. identify salts, acids, and bases from their molecular formulas, and describe the relationship between the structure of a molecule and its chemical and physical properties.
    3. identify the subatomic particles of an atom, their charges and relatives masses.
    4. balance chemical equations and compute stoichiometric relationships including limiting reagents, molarity, titrations, dilutions and thermochemical equations.
    5. predict periodic trends in atomic and ionic size, ionization potential and electronegativity.
    6. draw Lewis structures for p-block molecules and their three-dimensional representation.
    7. use the ideal gas law to calculate pressure, volume, and temperature relationships.
    8. explain various intermolecular forces within a chemical system.


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  • CHEM 121L - General Chemistry Laboratory I

    (1 unit) CO4L
    Laboratory experiments to accompany CHEM 121A . Credit not allowed in both CHEM 121 and CHEM 121L.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of Core Curriculum Mathematics requirement (MATH 127  or higher is recommended) or Corequisite(s): MATH 127  or higher; CHEM 121A .

    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. assess and determine the connection between the hands-on laboratory material and the material discussed in the lecture course (CHEM 121A).
    2. explain the relationship between the structure of a molecule and its chemical and physical properties.
    3. apply knowledge and skill to laboratory techniques, including the proper and safe use and handling of glassware, the techniques and processes common to many scientific labs, standard methods for recording observations and data, performing accurate quantitative measurements.
    4. analyze and interpret experimental results, derive chemical properties from experimental data, and develop appropriate and accurate conclusions.
    5. articulate and follow ethical principles in the laboratory context.


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  • CHEM 122A - General Chemistry II

    (3 units) CO4, CO9
    Fundamentals of chemistry including solutions, kinetics, equilibria, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and properties of inorganic and organic compounds. Credit allowed in only one of CHEM 122A, CHEM 122R, or CHEM 202 .

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 121A  and CHEM 121L ; MATH 127  or higher Core Math course. Corequisite(s): CHEM 122L .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. perform calculations and apply concepts related to chemical equilibrium, chemical thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, and electrochemistry.
    2. explain the general differences that exist between strong acids/bases and weak acids/bases.
    3. explain the properties of solutions, identify the factors affecting solubility, and calculate solution concentration.
    4. identify and explain the role of chemistry with respect to societal and global issues.
    5. evaluate the relationship between chemical structure and chemical reactivity of compounds.


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  • CHEM 122L - General Chemistry Laboratory II

    (1 unit) CO4L, CO9
    Laboratory experiments to accompany CHEM 122A . Credit not allowed for both CHEM 122 and CHEM 122L.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 121A  and CHEM 121L ; MATH 127  or higher Core Math course. Corequisite(s): CHEM 122A .

    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. practice safe laboratory and waste management techniques as they apply to the general chemistry laboratory setting.
    2. follow a guided inquiry experimental procedure, interpret experimental results, and draw reasonable conclusions.
    3. perform stoichiometric calculations for chemical reactions.
    4. convert between units using dimensional analysis.
    5. identify the connection between the material taught in the lecture course and the material covered in the laboratory.
    6. articulate and follow ethical principles in the laboratory context.


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  • CHEM 201 - General Chemistry for Scientists and Engineers I

    (4 units) CO4L
    Principles of chemistry including stoichiometry, atomic structure, chemical bonding, molecular structure, kinetic theory of gases, solutions, equilibrium, and thermochemistry. Credit allowed in only one of CHEM 121, CHEM 121A , CHEM 121R, or CHEM 201.

    Prerequisite(s): ACT Math score of 28 or SAT Math score of 630 or revised SAT Math score of 650. Corequisite(s): MATH 181 . Recommended Preparation: One year high school chemistry.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain and apply foundational theories/laws of chemistry including, but not limited to: the atomic theory of matter, gas laws, the first law of thermodynamics, kinetic molecular gas theory, and basic quantum theories.
    2. perform calculations relevant to the chemical sciences including, but not limited to, problems involving: chemical stoichiometry, chemical equilibrium, and thermochemistry.
    3. perform basic manipulations relevant to a chemical laboratory.
    4. formulate hypotheses based on scientific laws and theories, collect data/evidence relevant to these hypotheses, reach conclusions based on the collected evidence, and defend those conclusions.
    5. articulate and follow ethical principles in the laboratory context.
    6. connect chemical principles to real-world problems and issues of societal and technological importance.


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  • CHEM 202 - General Chemistry for Scientists and Engineers II

    (4 units) CO4L, CO9
    Principles of chemistry including thermodynamics, electrochemistry, chemical kinetics, nuclear chemistry, metals and non-metals, coordination compounds, and properties of inorganic, organic, and biological molecules. Credit allowed in only one of CHEM 122A , CHEM 122R, or CHEM 202.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 201 ; (CHEM 121A  and CHEM 121L  acceptable with a grade of “A” or “B”); MATH 181 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. assign oxidation states, balance and apply concepts of free energy to redox equations.
    2. identify different types of acids and bases.
    3. solve problems in aqueous equilibrium and acid/base chemistry, and apply concepts of free energy to the equilibrium reactions.
    4. explain how temperature, pressure and other atmospheric conditions affect reaction equilibria and kinetics.
    5. describe the fundamental properties of solids, liquids and gases and phase transformations between them.
    6. have a working knowledge of basic laboratory techniques, such as titrations and pH measurements.
    7. articulate and follow ethical principles in a laboratory context.
    8. connect chemical principles to real-world problems by analyzing scientific data related to a problem of societal or technological concern.


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  • CHEM 220A - Introductory Organic Chemistry Lecture

    (3 units)
    Survey of the principles of carbon chemistry. Credit allowed in only one of the following: CHEM 220A, CHEM 241 , CHEM 341 .

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 121A  and CHEM 121L  or CHEM 201  or CHEM 122A  and CHEM 122L  (recommended) or CHEM 202 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. interpret IUPAC names of organic compounds, draw correct structures from names and vice versa, and differentiate between isomers (structural, geometric, or stereoisomers).
    2. recognize different bonding concepts including resonance and formal charges and use these concepts to predict structure and reactivity of simple organic compounds.
    3. identify an organic transformation as a substitution, addition, elimination, oxidation-reduction, or acid-base reaction.
    4. predict products, reagents, or starting materials in simple acid-base, substitution, addition, and oxidation-reduction reactions applied to alkyl halides, alkenes and alkynes, oxygen-containing functional groups such as alcohols, ketones, aldehydes, and carboxylic acids, and nitrogen-containing functional groups such as amines.
    5. draw and/or complete arrow-pushing mechanisms for reactions of simple to moderate complexity.
    6. apply organic structural and reactivity concepts to molecules of biological importance and complexity.


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  • CHEM 220L - Introductory Organic Chemistry Laboratory

    (1 unit)
    Techniques employed in the preparation, separation and identification of organic compounds. Credit allowed in only one of CHEM 220L, CHEM 345 , or CHEM 347 .

    Corequisite(s): CHEM 220A  or CHEM 242 .

    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. safely handle laboratory glassware, equipment, chemicals, and generated waste in accordance with waste disposal and safety regulations.
    2. practice basic laboratory techniques used for the preparation, purification, separation, and identification of organic compounds such as recrystallization, distillation, extraction, chromatography, and melting point determination.
    3. apply laboratory techniques to single-step organic transformations.
    4. use knowledge of organic chemistry theory to explain reaction outcomes.
    5. measure and record experimental data such as mass, melting point, or retention factor, and calculate reaction metrics such as percent yield, percent recovery, and atom economy.
    6. articulate and follow ethical principles in the laboratory context.


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  • CHEM 241 - Organic Chemistry I

    (3 units)
    Introduction to the chemistry of carbon compounds; functional groups; relationships among molecular structure, properties, and reactivity; and biological relevance. For life and environmental sciences majors. Credit allowed in only one of CHEM 220A , CHEM 241, or CHEM 341 .

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 122A  and CHEM 122L  or CHEM 202 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. draw correct organic structures from names, including IUPAC and common, and vice-versa, including stereochemistry, and demonstrate ability to distinguish isomers.
    2. identify and explain different bonding concepts including hybridization, resonance and formal charges.
    3. apply simple principles of thermodynamics, kinetics and acid-base behavior to organic reactions.
    4. predict products, reagents, and starting materials in standard substitution, elimination, and addition reactions applied to alkyl halides, alkenes and alkynes, correctly utilizing arrow pushing mechanisms, and applying stereo- and regioselectivity concepts.
    5. interpret simple proton NMR spectra.


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  • CHEM 242 - Organic Chemistry II

    (3 units)
    Continuation of CHEM 241 , with emphasis on additional functional groups, fundamental reaction mechanisms, and biomolecules. For life and environmental sciences majors. Credit not allowed in both CHEM 242 and CHEM 342 .

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 241 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. predict aromaticity in simple molecules and predict aromatic substitution products.
    2. identify oxygen-containing organic functional groups including alcohols, ketones, aldehydes, and carboxylic acids, and follow their transformations through oxidation-reduction, addition and substitution reactions.
    3. identify nitrogen containing functional groups including amines, amides, and nitriles through correct prediction of their structures, properties, and simple reactions.
    4. interpret simple IR spectra of organic molecules.
    5. demonstrate correct use of arrow-pushing mechanisms for standard multistep organic reactions.
    6. apply organic structural and reactivity concepts to fundamental molecules of biological importance.


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  • CHEM 292 - Selected Topics in Chemistry

    (1 to 3 units)
    Independent study of a special problem, research and/or assigned readings in chemistry. Credit not allowed toward Chemistry major or minor except with departmental permission.

    Maximum units a student may earn: 6

    Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. explain fundamental concepts of a selected topic in an area of chemistry.
    2. formulate and solve problems in a selected topic of chemistry.
    3. communicate verbally or in writing about aspects of a selected topic of chemistry.
    4. discuss the relationship of a selected topic in an area of chemistry to society.


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  • CHEM 303 - Research Methods

    (3 units)
    Research Methods is a required course in the NevadaTeach sequence. The course provides prospective science teachers with an understanding of how the scientific enterprise works. (BIOL 303, CHEM 303, NVTC and PHYS 303 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the three.)

    Prerequisite(s): NVTC 101 ; NVTC 102 ; completion of Core Physical & Natural Phenomena requirement; Junior standing. Recommended Preparation: MATH 181 ; a college-level statistics course.

    Units of Lecture: 2
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. create their own experiments to answer scientific questions.
    2. identify sources of systematic and random errors and design experiments to reduce them.
    3. use probes and computers to gather and analyze data.
    4. use statistics to interpret experimental results and deal with sampling errors.
    5. treat human subjects in an ethical fashion.


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  • CHEM 330 - Analytical Chemistry

    (4 units)
    Principles and techniques of quantitative chemical analysis including an introduction to instrumental methods.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 122A  and CHEM 122L  or CHEM 202 ; MATH 181 .

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 1
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. employ analytical principles and methods when solving problems.
    2. communicate the concepts and results of lecture and laboratory topics orally and in writing.
    3. execute proper laboratory techniques when applying analytical methods to quantitative analysis of chemical substances, especially for accurate and precise measurements.
    4. interpret recorded data from analyses utilizing statistical methods and discriminate between sound and unsound interpretation of data.
    5. describe the role of analytical chemistry in modern society including environmental and biomedical contexts, and evaluate the impact of precision, accuracy, and sensitivity of chemical analyses in environmental or physiological contexts.


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  • CHEM 341 - Organic Chemistry for Scientists and Professionals I

    (3 units)
    Detailed treatment of organic molecules, simple functional groups, stereochemistry, reaction mechanisms, introductory synthesis, and spectroscopy. For chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, and other pre-professional majors. Credit allowed in only one of CHEM 220A , CHEM 241 , or CHEM 341.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 202  (CHEM 122A  and CHEM 122L  acceptable).

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. draw correct organic structures from names and vice-versa, including stereochemistry, and distinguish isomers.
    2. identify and explain different bonding concepts including resonance and formal charges.
    3. apply fundamental principles of thermodynamics, kinetics and acid-base behavior to organic reactions.
    4. predict products, reagents, and starting materials in substitution, elimination, and addition reactions applied to alkyl halides, alkenes and alkynes, correctly utilizing arrow pushing mechanisms, and applying stereo-, chemo-, and regioselectivity concepts.
    5. devise simple multi-step organic syntheses.
    6. predict organic structures from proton and carbon NMR spectroscopy experiments.


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  • CHEM 342 - Organic Chemistry for Scientists and Professionals II

    (3 units)
    Continuation of CHEM 341 , with emphasis on complex functional groups, detailed reaction mechanisms, multistep syntheses, and molecules relevant to biology and materials science. Credit not allowed in both CHEM 242  and CHEM 342.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 341 , or CHEM 241  with a grade of “A” or “B”.

    Units of Lecture: 3
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. predict aromaticity in molecules and aromatic substitution products.
    2. identify oxygen-containing organic functional groups including alcohols, ketones, aldehydes, and carboxylic acids, and follow their transformations through oxidation-reduction, addition and substitution reactions.
    3. identify nitrogen containing functional groups including amines, amides, and nitriles through correct prediction of their structures, properties, and reactions.
    4. interpret IR and UV/visible spectra of organic molecules.
    5. demonstrate correct use of arrow-pushing mechanisms for complex multistep organic reactions involving multiple functional groups and including simple pericyclic reactions.
    6. apply organic structural and reactivity concepts to molecules of biological importance and complexity.


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  • CHEM 345 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory

    (2 units)
    Introduction to laboratory techniques, synthetic methods, identification of organic compounds. Credit allowed in only one of CHEM 220L , CHEM 345, or CHEM 347 .

    Corequisite(s): CHEM 242  or CHEM 342 . Restricted to non-chemistry majors; Chemistry majors should enroll in CHEM 347 .

    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2
    Offered: Every Fall and Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. safely handle laboratory glassware, equipment, chemicals, and generated waste in accordance with waste disposal and safety regulations.
    2. maintain a laboratory notebook according to course guidelines and report results in a scientific laboratory report.
    3. practice basic laboratory techniques used for the preparation, purification, and separation of organic compounds and apply the laboratory techniques to single- and multi-step organic transformations.
    4. use instrumentation such as gas chromatographs, polarimeters, infrared and nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometers for the identification of organic compounds and interpret data acquired from these instruments.
    5. correlate organic chemistry theory with experimental outcomes.
    6. use experimental data to calculate reaction metrics such as yield and atom economy.
    7. articulate and follow ethical principles in the laboratory context.


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  • CHEM 347 - Laboratory Techniques of Organic Chemistry I

    (2 units)
    Laboratory techniques and principles of the synthesis, purification, and characterization of organic compounds. For chemistry and other pre-professional majors. Credit allowed in only one of CHEM 220L , CHEM 345 , or CHEM 347.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 242  or Corequisite. Corequisite(s): CHEM 341 .

    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2
    Offered: Every Fall

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. safely handle laboratory glassware, equipment, chemicals, and generated waste in accordance with waste disposal and safety regulations.
    2. maintain a laboratory notebook according to course guidelines.
    3. practice basic laboratory techniques used for the preparation, purification, and separation of organic compounds and apply the laboratory techniques to single-step organic transformations.
    4. use instrumentation such as gas chromatographs, polarimeters, infrared and nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometers for the identification of organic compounds and interpret data acquired from these instruments.
    5. use experimental data to calculate reaction metrics such as yield and atom economy.
    6. correlate organic chemistry theory with experimental outcomes.
    7. locate current and archival chemical literature and then report literature information and experimental results in the quality and form of a scientific journal article.
    8. articulate and follow ethical principles in a scientific context, including professional standards of laboratory practice.


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  • CHEM 348 - Laboratory Techniques of Organic Chemistry II

    (2 units)
    Continuation of CHEM 347  with emphasis on synthetic techniques and spectroscopic characterization.

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 242  or CHEM 342  (prerequisite or corequisite); CHEM 347 .

    Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2
    Offered: Every Spring

    Student Learning Outcomes
    Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1. safely handle laboratory glassware, equipment, chemicals, and generated waste in accordance with waste disposal and safety regulations.
    2. maintain a laboratory notebook according to course guidelines.
    3. practice basic laboratory techniques used for the preparation, purification, and separation of organic compounds and apply the laboratory techniques to single- and multi-step organic transformations.
    4. use instrumentation such as gas chromatographs, polarimeters, infrared and nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometers for the identification of organic compounds and interpret data acquired from these instruments.
    5. correlate organic chemistry theory with experimental outcomes.
    6. use experimental data to calculate reaction metrics such as yield and atom economy.
    7. use chemical information resources such as journals and search engines to conduct a literature search, organize and synthesize the information retrieved with experimental results, and report results in the quality and form of a scientific journal article.
    8. articulate and follow ethical principles in a scientific context, including professional standards of laboratory practice, sourcing literature information without plagiarism, and crediting collaborators.


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