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  • 4.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3600 or BIOL 3600, and University Advanced Standing. Introduces students to the field of molecular modeling and simulations and to the wide range of problems that can be tackled using computational methods. Focuses on biomolecular simulations and computer-aided drug discovery. Emphasizes the connection between structure, dynamics, and function. Teaches application of algorithmic thinking to solving complex problems. Develops practical skills needed to perform simulations and analyze the results. Develops understanding of the inherent approximations and limitations of the methods for adequate assessment of modeling results. Covers topics such as molecular visualization and rendering, molecular dynamics simulations, and computer-aided drug discovery through virtual screening and small molecule docking.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s):CHEM 1210 and CHEM 1215. Offers a comprehensive training for a potential formulations chemist to create formulations for the kinds of products that are being formulated in Utah by many different companies. Covers the different classes of compounds, and their contributing properties, that are included in health and beauty products. Provides training to create formulas with precision and accuracy. Covers the driving force for formulation decisions including environmental awareness, customer interests and financial implications. Course lab fee of $104 applies for equipment and supplies.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1210 and CHEM 1215. Focuses on nutritional supplements and ingested products that range from single molecule extracted supplements to protein shakes made from raw materials. Offers a comprehensive training for a potential formulations chemist to create formulations for the kinds of nutritional supplements and edible products that are being formulated in Utah by many different companies. Covers the different classes of compounds, and raw materials and their contributing properties, that are included in nutritional supplement and edible products. Provides training to create formulas with precision and accuracy. Covers the driving force for formulation decisions including environmental awareness, ethical concerns, customer interests and financial implications. This course can be taken prior to or in conjunction with CHEM 3410. Course lab fee of $104 applies for equipment and supplies.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing. Pre- or Corequisite(s): CHEM 2320. Introduces principles of the chemical processes that define living organisms. Covers structure and function of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids. Explores metabolic pathways, biosynthesis, enzymatics, thermodynamics, membrane dynamics and related processes within a living cell. Emphasizes molecular mechanisms of reactions and their outcome.
  • 1.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing. Corequisite(s): BIOL 3600. Introduces laboratory techniques in biochemistry. Studies methods and theory behind purification of proteins and nucleic acids including chromatography and electrophoresis. Uses methods in assessing enzyme activity and kinetics and protein structure analysis. Includes analysis and manipulation of DNA and RNA.. Course Lab fee of $145 applies. Corequisite:    CHEM 3600
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): (CHEM 3600 or BIOL 3600) and University Advanced Standing. Is a continuation of CHEM 3600. Teaches in-depth the biochemistry of molecular and cell biology processes. Explores the topics of molecular information flow and signaling. Examines current understanding in biochemical methods and ideas beyond those discussed in Biochem I.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): (PHYS 1010 or PHSC 1000 or GEO 1010 or GEO 2040 or METO 1010) and (MATH 1050 or MATH 1055) and CHEM 1010 and University Advanced Standing. Covers the science of energy production and consumption. Quantitatively analyzes various methods of energy production, distribution, and end use in all sectors of our society, including transportation, residential living, and industry. Examines the impacts of our energy consumption on the environment and prospects for alternative energy sources. Is intended for science majors interested in energy use in society or in an energy related career, and for students in other majors who feel that a technical understanding of energy use will help them to understand and mitigate its impact in our society.
  • 2.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3000, and University Advanced Standing. Corequisite(s): CHEM 4005. Covers modern instrumental methods and basic principles of instrumentation. Includes spectroscopic and chromatographic analysis. Corequisite:    CHEM 4005
    General Education Course
  • 2.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 3000, CHEM 2325, and University Advanced Standing. Corequisite(s): CHEM 4000. Experiments in selected areas of instrumental methods of analysis. Covers both quantitative and qualitative methods of analysis. Includes introductory laboratory exercises and laboratories using advanced sample preparation and instrumental analysis techniques. Involves the independent creation and implementation of an advanced laboratory exercise.. Course Lab fee of $333 applies. Corequisite:    CHEM 4000
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): CHEM 1220, MATH 1210, and University Advanced Standing. Introduces nuclear and radiochemistry, stressing the fundamentals of nuclear structure, systematics of nuclear decay, the detection and measurement of radiation, radiation protection, and the role of nuclear chemistry in medical, environmental and scientific applications. Discusses nuclear fuel cycles and nuclear waste problems.