Courses
CHEM A054 Chemistry Skills and Problem Solving 3 Credits
A preparatory chemistry course for students without high school chemistry or with limited mathematics background. Develops foundational problem-solving skills using basic models of chemistry. CHEM A054 is the preparatory course for CHEM A103 and CHEM A105.
Prerequisites: MATH A105 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A121 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A151 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A152 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A155 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A211 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A212 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A221 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A251 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A251F with a minimum grade of C or MATH A252 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A252F with a minimum grade of C or MATH A253 with a minimum grade of C or ALEKS Overall Test 1 with a score of 055 or ALEKS Overall Test 2 with a score of 055 or ALEKS Overall Test 3 with a score of 055 or ALEKS Overall Test 4 with a score of 055 or ALEKS Overall Test 5 with a score of 055.
CHEM A103 Introduction to General Chemistry 3 Credits
Introductory chemistry survey course for health science majors and preparatory course for science majors. Topics include: measurement, energy and matter, periodic trends, chemical composition, chemical reactions, solutions, bond theory, phases, oxidation-reduction, nuclear chemistry, problem-solving (applied mathematics), and special topics.
Special Note: This course assumes prior knowledge of algebra and high school chemistry.
Prerequisites: CHEM A054 with a minimum grade of P or MATH A121 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A151 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A152 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A155 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A251 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A251F with a minimum grade of C or ALEKS Overall Test 1 with a score of 065 or ALEKS Overall Test 2 with a score of 065 or ALEKS Overall Test 3 with a score of 065 or ALEKS Overall Test 4 with a score of 065 or ALEKS Overall Test 5 with a score of 065.
Attributes: UAA Natural Sciences GER.
CHEM A103L Introduction to General Chemistry Laboratory 1 Credit
Introductory chemistry laboratory course with experiments designed to introduce students to the basics of laboratory equipment, experimental methodology, data collection, data analysis and reporting. This course illustrates, augments and applies concepts covered in CHEM A103.
Special Note: Students who do not meet the prerequisites for this course may be administratively dropped at the discretion of the faculty. Attendance is mandatory for all chemistry laboratory courses the first week of class. Unless prior arrangements are made with the instructor, any student who does not attend the first scheduled meeting for this lab may be administratively dropped and a student on a waiting list will be added in their place. Any fees resulting from either of these drop procedures or any late registration procedure will be the responsibility of the student.
Prerequisites: CHEM A103 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.
Attributes: UAA Natural Sci Lab Only GER.
CHEM A104 Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry 3 Credits
Continues the exploration of fundamental chemical principles with a focus on the structure, properties, and reactions of organic and biologically relevant molecules. Emphasizes real-world applications for understanding biochemical processes and their impact on health, medicine, and the environment.
Prerequisites: CHEM A103 with a minimum grade of C or CHEM A105 with a minimum grade of C.
Attributes: UAA Natural Sciences GER.
CHEM A104L Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry Laboratory 1 Credit
Second semester introductory chemistry laboratory course with experiments designed to reinforce concepts, including the basics of laboratory equipment, experimental methodology, data collection, data analysis and reporting. This course illustrates, augments and applies concepts covered in CHEM A104.
Special Note: Students who do not meet the prerequisites for this course may be administratively dropped at the discretion of the faculty. Attendance is mandatory for all chemistry laboratory courses the first week of class. Unless prior arrangements are made with the instructor, any student who does not attend the first scheduled meeting for this lab may be administratively dropped and a student on a waiting list will be added in their place. Any fees resulting from either of these drop procedures or any late registration procedure will be the responsibility of the student. Pregnant students should be aware that they will be using chemicals in this course that are teratogenic and may cause harm to unborn children.
Prerequisites: CHEM A103L with a minimum grade of C and CHEM A104 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.
Attributes: UAA Natural Sci Lab Only GER.
CHEM A105 General Chemistry I 3 Credits
Introduces general chemistry and explores topics to a much greater depth than preparatory courses. Topics include: measurement, energy and matter, periodic trends, chemical composition, chemical reactions, solutions, bond theory, gases, thermodynamics, problem-solving (applied mathematics) and special topics.
Special Note: Assumes prior knowledge of algebra and high school chemistry. CHEM A105L is the lab component of this course and requires a separate registration.
Prerequisites: CHEM A054 with a minimum grade of P or MATH A151 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A152 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A155 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A251 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A251F with a minimum grade of C or ALEKS Overall Test 1 with a score of 065 or ALEKS Overall Test 2 with a score of 065 or ALEKS Overall Test 3 with a score of 065 or ALEKS Overall Test 4 with a score of 065 or ALEKS Overall Test 5 with a score of 065.
Attributes: UAA Natural Sciences GER.
CHEM A105L General Chemistry I Laboratory 1 Credit
Introductory chemistry laboratory course with experiments designed to introduce students to the basics of laboratory equipment, experimental methodology, data collection, data analysis and reporting. This course illustrates, augments and applies concepts covered in CHEM A105.
Special Note: Students who do not meet the prerequisites for this course may be administratively dropped at the discretion of the faculty. Attendance is mandatory for all chemistry laboratory courses the first week of class. Unless prior arrangements are made with the instructor, any student who does not attend the first scheduled meeting for this lab may be administratively dropped and a student on a waiting list will be added in their place. Any fees resulting from either of these drop procedures or any late registration procedure will be the responsibility of the student.
Prerequisites: CHEM A105 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.
Attributes: UAA Natural Sci Lab Only GER.
CHEM A106 General Chemistry II 3 Credits
Continues the study of general chemistry by focusing on the properties of solutions and the factors that affect them. Covers the rates and mechanisms of chemical reactions and the principles of chemical equilibrium. Includes acid-base systems, buffer solutions, and solubility equilibria, and applies thermodynamic principles to predict reaction spontaneity. Introduces electrochemical processes and foundational concepts of nuclear chemistry, providing a rigorous framework that prepares students for advanced study and applications in the sciences.
Prerequisites: CHEM A105 with a minimum grade of C.
Attributes: UAA Natural Sciences GER.
CHEM A106L General Chemistry II Laboratory 1 Credit
Second semester introductory chemistry laboratory course with experiments designed to reinforce concepts, including the basics of laboratory equipment, experimental methodology, data collection, data analysis and reporting. This course illustrates, augments and applies concepts covered in CHEM A106.
Special Note: Students who do not meet the prerequisites for this course may be administratively dropped at the discretion of the faculty. Attendance is mandatory for all chemistry laboratory courses the first week of class. Unless prior arrangements are made with the instructor, any student who does not attend the first scheduled meeting for this lab may be administratively dropped and a student on a waiting list will be added in their place. Any fees resulting from either of these drop procedures or any late registration procedure will be the responsibility of the student.
Prerequisites: CHEM A105L with a minimum grade of C and CHEM A106 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.
Attributes: UAA Natural Sci Lab Only GER.
CHEM A208 Principles of Bioinorganic Chemistry 3 Credits
Study of introductory inorganic chemistry concepts with a focus on biologically-active, organometallic compounds.
Prerequisites: CHEM A106 with a minimum grade of C.
CHEM A218 Experiential Learning: Quantitative Chemical Analysis 5 Credits
Introduces the foundational methods and theories associated with quantitative analysis of chemical substances. Learning activities present students with conceptual and chemical models followed by questions to guide them through the learning cycle of structured scientific evaluation of analytical data. Introduces the fundamentals of quantitative chemical analysis, including the basics of experimental design, analytical controls, statistical methods of data analysis, data presentation, and how to discriminate between sound and unsound data. Activities promote independent operations of solution preparation, titration, spectrophotometry and chromatography.
Special Note: Pregnant students should be aware that they will be using chemicals in this course that are teratogenic and may cause harm to unborn children.
Prerequisites: CHEM A106 with a minimum grade of C and CHEM A106L with a minimum grade of C.
CHEM A321 Organic Chemistry I 3 Credits
Investigates the chemistry of carbon compounds including alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, and arenes. Discusses physical properties, nomenclature, synthesis, reactions, reaction mechanisms, and stereochemistry of these compounds.
Prerequisites: CHEM A106 with a minimum grade of C.
CHEM A322 Organic Chemistry II 3 Credits
Continuation of CHEM A321. Includes the study of spectroscopic properties, delocalized electron systems, aromatic reactions, carbonyl compound reactions and amines. Emphasizes nomenclature, physical properties, synthetic methods and reaction mechanisms.
Special Note: It is strongly recommended that students register in CHEM A322 within one year of completing CHEM A321.
Prerequisites: CHEM A321 with a minimum grade of C.
CHEM A323L Organic Chemistry Laboratory 2 Credits
A practical implementation of the theory learned in CHEM A321 and A322. Purification techniques, spectroscopic methods and synthetic methods of organic compounds will be taught.
Special Note: It is strongly recommended that students who wish to co-register in CHEM A322 and CHEM A323L complete CHEM A321 with a minimum grade of B. Students who complete CHEM A321 with a grade of C are strongly recommended to pass CHEM A322 prior to registering in CHEM A323L. Students who do not meet the prerequisites for this course may be administratively dropped at the discretion of the faculty. Attendance is mandatory for all chemistry laboratory courses the first week of class. Unless prior arrangements are made with the instructor, any student who does not attend the first scheduled meeting for this lab may be administratively dropped and a student on a wait list will be added in their place. Any fees resulting from either of these drop procedures or any late registration procedure will be the responsibility of the student. Pregnant students should be aware that they will be using chemicals in this course that are teratogenic and may cause harm to unborn children.
Prerequisites: CHEM A106L with a minimum grade of C and CHEM A321 with a minimum grade of C and CHEM A322 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.
CHEM A381 Professional Skills I: Academic, Research, and Career Foundations in Chemistry 1 Credit
Builds essential academic and professional skills, introduces potential career paths, and cultivates scientific literacy and confidence in communication.
Prerequisites: CHEM A106 with a minimum grade of C.
CHEM A411 Biophysical Chemistry 3 Credits
Study of principles of thermodynamics, equilibrium, and kinetics with a focus on biochemical systems.
Prerequisites: CHEM A106 with a minimum grade of C and (MATH A251 with a minimum grade of C or MATH A251F with a minimum grade of C) and PHYS A124 with a minimum grade of C.
CHEM A418 Experiential Learning: Chemical Instrumentation and Methods 5 Credits
An experiential learning course that includes discussion of theories and concepts, and extensive laboratory exercises in qualitative and quantitative analysis of chemical compounds, with applications to health sciences, biomedical sciences, environmental sciences and geosciences.
Prerequisites: CHEM A218 with a minimum grade of C and CHEM A321 with a minimum grade of C.
CHEM A441 Principles of Biochemistry I 3 Credits
Explores the structure and function of key biomolecules, focusing on the chemical properties and biological roles of amino acids, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and biological membranes.
Special Note: Not available for credit to students who have completed CHEM A641.
Registration Restrictions: Junior or senior standing
May Be Stacked With: CHEM A641
Prerequisites: BIOL A108 with a minimum grade of C and CHEM A321 with a minimum grade of C.
Attributes: UAA Integrative Capstone GER.
CHEM A442 Principles of Biochemistry II 3 Credits
A study of the bioenergetics and the metabolic pathways of amino acids, proteins, carbohydrates, nucleic acids and lipids.
Special Note: Students who complete CHEM A442 as part of their undergraduate degree cannot receive credit toward their graduate degree from CHEM A642.
Prerequisites: CHEM A441 with a minimum grade of C.
CHEM A443 Biochemistry Laboratory 2 Credits
Provides instruction in modern biochemical laboratory techniques.
Prerequisites: CHEM A441 with a minimum grade of C.
CHEM A456 Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos 3 Credits
Introduces nonlinear dynamics and chaos. Develops analytical methods and geometric intuition using concrete examples from physics, biology, chemistry, and engineering. Examines topics that include phase plane analysis, iterated maps, fractals, and strange attractors.
Registration Restrictions: Completion of GER Tier 1 (basic college-level skills) courses and junior standing
Crosslisted With: BIOL A456 and PHYS A456
Prerequisites: MATH A253 with a minimum grade of C and (PHYS A124 with a minimum grade of C or PHYS A212 with a minimum grade of C).
Attributes: UAA Integrative Capstone GER.
CHEM A471 Immunology 3 Credits
Fundamental concepts of immunology including cells and tissues of the immune system, innate immunity, lymphocyte development, antigenicity, cytokine signaling, antibody responses, immunotherapies and vaccines. Discusses comparative immunological evolution of non-human species. Emphasizes immunological aspects of human disease including host-pathogen interactions, autoimmune diseases, immunodeficiencies and cancer.
Crosslisted With: BIOL A471.
Prerequisites: BIOL A242 with a minimum grade of C and BIOL A252 with a minimum grade of C.
CHEM A474 Ecotoxicology 3 Credits
Examines the chemical and ecological nature of pollution processes and the major classes and environmental fate of pollutants.
Crosslisted With: BIOL A474
Prerequisites: BIOL A271 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment or CHEM A321 with a minimum grade of C or concurrent enrollment.
Attributes: UAA Integrative Capstone GER.
CHEM A480 Molecular Spectroscopy and Structure 3 Credits
Introduction to determining constitutional and stereochemical structure of chemical compounds using spectroscopic methods (mass spectrometry, nuclear magnetic resonance, infrared, ultraviolet), with applications to health, biomedical and environmental sciences.
May Be Stacked With: CHEM A680
Prerequisites: CHEM A322 with a minimum grade of C.
CHEM A481 Professional Skills II: Green Chemistry, Ethics & Sustainability 2 Credits
Deepens understanding of chemistry’s societal role through the lens of green chemistry, ethics, and sustainability.
Prerequisites: CHEM A381 with a minimum grade of C.
CHEM A482 Professional Skills III: Professional Communication in Chemistry 2 Credits
Prepares students to synthesize and present knowledge as a developing professional chemist. Focuses on communicating chemistry to diverse audiences, writing a grant proposal, refining professional documents, and preparing for graduate programs, job applications, and professional presentations.
Prerequisites: CHEM A381 with a minimum grade of C and (CHEM A218 with a minimum grade of C or CHEM A321 with a minimum grade of C).
CHEM A498 Individual Research 1-6 Credits
Discipline-specific research for undergraduate students. Topic of study to be approved and mentored by a faculty member.
Special Note: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
Registration Restrictions: Junior or senior standing and department approval
CHEM A499 Undergraduate Research Thesis 3 Credits
Supports the development, preparation, and completion of a research thesis at the undergraduate level.
Registration Restrictions: Instructor approval, junior or senior standing and admission to the Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or related discipline.
CHEM A641 Principles of Biochemistry I 3 Credits
Explores the structure and function of key biomolecules at an advanced level, focusing on the chemical properties and biological roles of amino acids, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and biological membranes.
Special Note: Not available for credit to students who have completed CHEM A441.
Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing, a course in organic chemistry and a course in cell biology or genetics, or instructor permission
May Be Stacked With: CHEM A441
CHEM A680 Advanced Molecular Spectroscopy and Structure 3 Credits
Discusses advanced molecular spectroscopy theory and principles for structural analysis. Reviews literature with regard to recent applications to health, biomedical and environmental sciences.
Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing and instructor approval
May Be Stacked With: CHEM A480
CHEM A698 Graduate Research 1-6 Credits
Discipline-specific research for graduate students. Topic of study to be approved and directed by a faculty member.
Special Note: May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.
Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing and permission of graduate advisor
CHEM A699 Graduate Thesis 1-6 Credits
Development, preparation, and completion of thesis at a graduate level. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.
Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing and instructor permission.