University General Course Catalog 2019-2020

Dec 11, 2024

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Chemistry, Biophysical–Organic Option, Minor

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I. Contact Information

Chemistry Department
213 Chemistry Building
(775) 784-6041
chair@chem.unr.edu

II. Description

Chemistry is the science of the structure, reactions, energetics, and control of matter. Chemistry majors complete courses providing a solid background in the physical sciences and mathematics, together with a sequence of courses in general, organic, inorganic, analytical, and physical chemistry. Chemistry minor options are offered with analytical-organic or biophysical-organic emphases.

III. Program Requirements (21 units)

A. Required Courses

CHEM 121A - General Chemistry I (3 units) CO4 AND
CHEM 121L - General Chemistry Laboratory I (1 unit) CO4L OR
CHEM 201 - General Chemistry for Scientists and Engineers I (4 units) CO4L
CHEM 122A - General Chemistry II (3 units) CO4, CO9 AND
CHEM 122L - General Chemistry Laboratory II (1 unit) CO4L, CO9 OR
CHEM 202 - General Chemistry for Scientists and Engineers II (4 units) CO4L, CO9
CHEM 341 - Organic Chemistry for Scientists and Professionals I (3 units)
CHEM 342 - Organic Chemistry for Scientists and Professionals II (3 units)
CHEM 345 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory (2 units)
CHEM 425 - Biophysical Chemistry (3 units)
CHEM 443 - Organic Spectroscopy and Structure (2 units)

IV. Note(s):

Deviations from these sequences are possible with approval of a chemistry advisor. Minimum requirements are a total of 20 chemistry units, including nine upper-division units and a two-unit organic chemistry laboratory course.