Sep 25, 2024  
2015-2016 CSU East Bay Catalog 
    
2015-2016 CSU East Bay Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Biological Science: Graduate

  
  • BIOL 6340 - Environmental Microbiology


    Units: 4
    Key positions that microorganisms occupy in nature and their effects on global ecosystems; includes bioremediation, disease transmission/public health, biogeochemical cycling, plant-animal-insect-microbe interactions. Required project, designed, implemented and analyzed by student. Not open to students with credit for BIOL 4340 .
  
  • BIOL 6351 - Global Change Biology


    Units: 4
    Understanding the mechanisms by which plants, animals and ecosystems are responding to global change and the links between physical, chemical and biological systems and anthropogenic activities. Required project, designed, implemented, and analyzed by student. Not open to students with credit for BIOL 4355 . A-F grading only.
  
  • BIOL 6355 - Biological Conservation


    Units: 4
    Principles and theories of conservation biology, including biodiversity, extinction, habitat fragmentation, captive-breeding programs, restoration ecology, and the role of humans in western U.S. Not open to students with credit for BIOL 4350, BIOL 4351 , or 6350. A-F grading only.
  
  • BIOL 6405 - Microbial Physiology and Biochemistry


    Units: 4
    Emphasis on the study of microbial function and biology required to fully understand microbial growth relevant to medical and economic importance, including the exploitation of microbial processes for biotechnological advancement. Graduate project required. Not open to those with credit for BIOL 4405 .
  
  • BIOL 6435 - Water Quality and Human Health


    Units: 4
    Exploration of the connections between water quality and human health. Topics include the influence of waterborne pathogens on human health, detection of microbes in the environment, transmission and fate of health-related microbes, and water quality regulation. A-F grading only.
  
  • BIOL 6441 - Principles of Virology


    Units: 4
    Survey of the DNA and RNA viruses of bacteria, plants and animals. Focus on the molecular mechanisms of infection and replication, including viruses of biomedical importance such as HIV, subviral particles, prions and viroids. This is a tiered course (with BIOL 4441 ) in which students will be required to complete an advanced virology project. Not open to students with credit for BIOL 4441 . Not recommended for undergraduates. A-F grading only.
  
  • BIOL 6500 - Quantitative Methods in Physiology


    Units: 2
    Quantitative treatment and analysis of physiological data using modern methods including applied statistics, spread sheets, graphical methods and data presentation. Not open to students with credit for BIOL 4500 .
  
  • BIOL 6504 - Comparative Physiology


    Units: 4
    Physiology of metabolic, respiratory, circulatory, excretory, muscle, and nervous systems of vertebrate and invertebrate animals with an emphasis on physiological diversity and adaptation. Required project, designed, implemented and analyzed by student. Not open to students with credit for BIOL 4504 .
  
  • BIOL 6506 - Animal Physiology Laboratory


    Units: 3
    Examination of regulatory mechanisms of animal organ systems using controlled laboratory experiments, with an emphasis on experimental design and data analysis. An independent research project and oral presentation of these results will be required. May be taken concurrently or following BIOL 6504 . Not open to students with credit for BIOL 4506 .
  
  • BIOL 6513 - Animal Senses


    Units: 4
    Advanced study of how animals use remarkable sensory abilities to communicate, navigate, and detect prey, predators and mates. We will focus on extreme and unusual sensory systems such as echolocation, electroreception, and magnetoreception, as well as vision, smell, touch, and hearing.
  
  • BIOL 6515 - Neurobiology


    Units: 4
    The structure and function of the vertebrate and invertebrate nervous system with emphasis on the principles of communication, control, and sensorimotor responses. Survey of concepts of neurochemistry, feedback, learning, and high brain processes. Students are required to make oral and written presentations of a current topic in neurobiology. Not open to students with credit for BIOL 4510 .
  
  • BIOL 6517 - Environmental Toxicology


    Units: 4
    Exploration of the physiological effects of exposure to environmental toxicants in animals, from the subcellular to organismal levels. Concepts covered include routes of exposure, modes of action, and metabolism, as well as how toxicants are monitored and regulated. Oral presentation and terminal assignment required. A-F grading only.
  
  • BIOL 6520 - Mammalian Physiology Laboratory


    Units: 3
    Advanced treatment of regulatory mechanisms in mammalian organ systems. Laboratory techniques of anesthesia, surgery, instrumentation and data analysis. Emphasis on cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and gastrointestinal physiology. Terminal project required. Not open to students with credit for BIOL 4520.
  
  • BIOL 6525 - Neural Development


    Units: 4
    Survey of various aspects of vertebrate and invertebrate neural development including neurogenesis, neuron polarity, axon/dendrite guidance, target selection and synapse formation. A-F grading only.
  
  • BIOL 6801 - Graduate Seminar-Ecology


    Units: 3
    A seminar in ecology, with a different theme or subject area to be chosen each year. Course based on papers presented by students enrolled.
  
  • BIOL 6811 - Graduate Seminar-Physiology


    Units: 3
    A seminar course dependent upon papers presented by students enrolled. The specific subject area of physiology will be chosen each year.
  
  • BIOL 6821 - Graduate Seminar in Cell and Molecular Biology


    Units: 3
    A seminar course involving presentation and discussion of current research literature in cell and molecular biology. The specific subject matter will be at the discretion of the instructor.
  
  • BIOL 6822 - Biotechnology Colloquium


    Units: 4
    Biotechnology as science and business. Therapeutics research/design, diagnostics, and marketing analyzed via student presentations/industry guest speakers.
  
  • BIOL 6898 - Cooperative Education


    Units: 1-4
    Supervised work experience in which student completes academic assignments integrated with off-campus paid or volunteer activities.
  
  • BIOL 6900 - Independent Study


    Units: 1-4
  
  • BIOL 6901 - Comprehensive Examination Preparation


    Units: 2
    Preparation for graduate comprehensive examination. Directed readings and review of sample questions. Classified graduate student in Biological Sciences. Declared Plan C. May not be repeated for credit. CR/NC grading only.
  
  • BIOL 6905 - Preparation for Undergraduate Instruction in STEM


    Units: 4
    Preparation for graduate students for the roles and responsibilities of the Biology Teaching Associate (TA) with training in disciplinary pedagogy, policies, and safety.  Provides opportunities to develop teaching skills, access resources, receive feedback, and establish a support network. Prerequisites: Graduate student status. ABC/NC grading only.
  
  • BIOL 6910 - University Thesis


    Units: 1-9
    Development and writing of a formal research paper for submission to the university in the specified bound format. Supervision by a departmental committee, at least one of whom must be a Cal State East Bay faculty member. Oral defense normally required. (See “University Thesis Writing Guide,” available online at www.csueastbay.edu/thesiswritingguide.) CR/NC grading only.
  
  • BIOL 6999 - Issues in Biological Science


    Units: 2-4
    Readings, discussion, and research on contemporary and/or significant issues in biological science.

Biostatistics: Graduate

  
  • BSTA 6651 - Analysis of Categorical Data in Biostatistics


    Units: 4
    Applied methods for discrete data in Biostatistics. Topics may include: proportions and counts, contingency tables, loglinear models, logistic regression, Poisson regression, generalized linear models. Data integrity. Computing techniques and analysis of discrete data. Use of SAS. Report writing. Cross-listed STAT 6651 .
  
  • BSTA 6652 - Survival Analysis in Biostatistics


    Units: 4
    Applied methods for survival analysis in Biostatistics. Incomplete data, censored and truncated data, life tables, nonparametric methods, parametric methods, accelerated failure time models, proportional hazards models, partial likelihood, advanced topics. Data integrity. Computing techniques and analysis of clinical data. Use of SAS. Report writing.
  
  • BSTA 6653 - Clinical Trials in the Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Industries


    Units: 4
    Statistical principles, design, and management of clinical trials. Recruitment, treatment allocation, randomization, blocking, and blinding. Practical applications of advanced statistical procedures for clinical trial data. Ethics of clinical trials design, data collection, data analysis and reporting. Data integrity. Data monitoring. Domestic/International regulatory guidelines emphasized. Use of SAS. Professional protocols are studied. Formal report writing and oral presentation.
  
  • BSTA 6690 - Statistical Bioinformatics


    Units: 4
    Statistical analysis of genomic data. Includes probability and statistics application to DNA sequence analysis, phylogenetic inference, statistical population genetics and genetic mapping, statistical molecular evolution, and macromolecular structure prediction. Emphasis on large datasets. A-F grading only.
  
  • BSTA 6843 - Selected Topics in Biostatistics


    Units: 4
    Topics in biostatistics. Variable content to be specified at time of offering. Cross-listed STAT 6843 -STAT 6849 .
  
  • BSTA 6844 - Selected Topics in Biostatistics


    Units: 4
    Topics in biostatistics. Variable content to be specified at time of offering. Cross-listed STAT 6843 -STAT 6849 .
  
  • BSTA 6845 - Selected Topics in Biostatistics


    Units: 4
    Topics in biostatistics. Variable content to be specified at time of offering. Cross-listed STAT 6843 -STAT 6849 .
  
  • BSTA 6846 - Selected Topics in Biostatistics


    Units: 4
    Topics in biostatistics. Variable content to be specified at time of offering. Cross-listed STAT 6843 -STAT 6849 .
  
  • BSTA 6847 - Selected Topics in Biostatistics


    Units: 4
    Topics in biostatistics. Variable content to be specified at time of offering. Cross-listed STAT 6843 -STAT 6849 .
  
  • BSTA 6848 - Selected Topics in Biostatistics


    Units: 4
    Topics in biostatistics. Variable content to be specified at time of offering. Cross-listed STAT 6843 -STAT 6849 .
  
  • BSTA 6849 - Selected Topics in Biostatistics


    Units: 4
    Topics in biostatistics. Variable content to be specified at time of offering. Cross-listed STAT 6843 -STAT 6849 .
  
  • BSTA 6999 - Issues in Biostatistics


    Units: 4
    Readings, discussion, research, and applications on contemporary and/or significant issues in Biostatistics.

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 1101 - General Chemistry


    Units: 5
    Fundamental principles of chemistry, chemical structure, bonding, equilibrium, dynamics, and reactions. Laboratory includes study of chemical and physical behavior of elements and compounds, and qualitative and quantitative analysis. Prerequisites: CHEM 1100 , one year high school chemistry, two years high school mathematics, and one year high school physics are recommended. CHEM 1101 is prerequisite to CHEM 1102 ; CHEM 1102  is prerequisite to CHEM 1103 . Three hrs. lect., 6 hrs. lab. each.
  
  • CHEM 1102 - General Chemistry


    Units: 5
    Fundamental principles of chemistry, chemical structure, bonding, equilibrium, dynamics, and reactions. Laboratory includes study of chemical and physical behavior of elements and compounds, and qualitative and quantitative analysis. Prerequisites: CHEM 1100 , one year high school chemistry, two years high school mathematics, and one year high school physics are recommended. CHEM 1101   is prerequisite to CHEM 1102; CHEM 1102 is prerequisite to CHEM 1103 . Three hrs. lect., 6 hrs. lab. each.
  
  • CHEM 1103 - General Chemistry


    Units: 5
    Fundamental principles of chemistry, chemical structure, bonding, equilibrium, dynamics, and reactions. Laboratory includes study of chemical and physical behavior of elements and compounds, and qualitative and quantitative analysis. Prerequisites: CHEM 1100 , one year high school chemistry, two years high school mathematics, and one year high school physics are recommended. CHEM 1101  is prerequisite to CHEM 1102 ; CHEM 1102  is prerequisite to CHEM 1103. Three hrs. lect., 6 hrs. lab. each.
  
  • CHEM 1111 - General Chemistry Supplemental Instruction


    Units: 0.5
    Student-centered discussion and problem-solving. Designed to promote understanding of key concepts and enhance student success in the concurrent chemistry course (CHEM 1101 ). Co-requisites: CHEM 1101 . Not for credit in Chemistry major. CR/NC grading only.
  
  • CHEM 1112 - General Chemistry Supplemental Instruction


    Units: 0.5
    Student-centered discussion and problem-solving. Designed to promote understanding of key concepts and enhance student success in the concurrent chemistry course (CHEM 1102 ). Co-requisites: CHEM 1102 . Not for credit in Chemistry major. CR/NC grading only.
  
  • CHEM 1113 - General Chemistry Supplemental Instruction


    Units: 0.5
    Student-centered discussion and problem-solving. Designed to promote understanding of key concepts and enhance student success in the concurrent chemistry course (CHEM 1103 ). Co-requisites: CHEM 1103 . Not for credit in Chemistry major. CR/NC grading only.
  
  • CHEM 1601 - Basic Chemistry for the Health Sciences


    Units: 4
    A two quarter, terminal sequence in chemistry for students preparing for careers in health-related sciences including nursing. CHEM 1601: basic inorganic chemistry. Prerequisites: A score of 42 or above on the Entry Level Math Test or a college level math score on the SAT, ACT or AP exam or the equivalent. CHEM 1601 is not open to students with credit for CHEM 1605 . CHEM 1601 (or CHEM 1605 ) is prerequisite to CHEM 1602 . Does not satisfy chemistry requirement for physical science, geology, physics or biology B.S. majors. Three hrs. lect., 3 hrs. lab. each.
  
  • CHEM 1602 - Basic Chemistry for the Health Sciences


    Units: 4
    A two quarter, terminal sequence in chemistry for students preparing for careers in health-related sciences including nursing. CHEM 1602: basic organic chemistry and introduction to biochemistry. Prerequisites: A score of 42 or above on the Entry Level Math Test or a college level math score on the SAT, ACT or AP exam or the equivalent. CHEM 1601  (or CHEM 1605 ) is prerequisite to CHEM 1602. Does not satisfy chemistry requirement for physical science, geology, physics or biology B.S. majors. Three hrs. lect., 3 hrs. lab. each.
  
  • CHEM 1610 - Survey of Basic Chemistry for Health Sciences


    Units: 6
    One quarter, terminal course in chemistry for students preparing for careers in health-related sciences including nursing. Covers basic inorganic and organic chemistry, and an introduction to biochemistry. Not open to students with credit for CHEM 1601  , CHEM 1605  or CHEM 1615  . A-F grading only. 5 hours lecture, 3 hours lab.
  
  • CHEM 1615 - Survey of Basic Chemistry for Healthier Living


    Units: 6
    A chemical perspective for healthier living. Covers basic inorganic and organic chemistry, and an introduction to biochemistry.  Not open to students with credit for CHEM 1601 , CHEM 1605   or CHEM 1610 . A-F grading only. 5 hours lecture, 3 hours lab.
  
  • CHEM 2200 - Quantitative Analysis


    Units: 5
    Elementary gravimetric and volumetric analysis; instrumental methods of analysis. Prerequisites: CHEM 1103  . Three hrs. lect., 6 hrs. lab.
  
  • CHEM 2301 - Survey of Organic Chemistry


    Units: 4
    Classes of organic compounds and reactions emphasizing subjects in biological sciences. Prerequisites: CHEM 1103 , CHEM 2301 is prerequisite to CHEM 2302 . For non-chemistry majors not planning advanced work in organic chemistry. 3 hrs. lect., 3 hrs. lab
  
  • CHEM 2302 - Survey of Organic Chemistry


    Units: 4
    Classes of organic compounds and reactions emphasizing subjects in biological sciences. Prerequisites: CHEM 1103 , CHEM 2301  is prerequisite to CHEM 2302. For non-chemistry majors not planning advanced work in organic chemistry. 3 hrs. lect., 3 hrs. lab
  
  • CHEM 3080 - Chemistry Hands-On Laboratory


    Units: 2
    Designed to give students the opportunity to work with elementary and middle school students in a science teaching/learning environment. The hands-on lessons provide early teaching experience in science for undergraduates exploring teaching as a career. Prerequisites: CHEM 1100 .
  
  • CHEM 3200 - Bioanalytical and Forensic Instrumentation


    Units: 4
    Introduction to biotechnical and forensic laboratory analytical methods, including preparation of biological and other forensic samples for analysis. Operation and data analysis of instruments such as HPLC, GC, GC/MS and AA. Prerequisites: CHEM 2302  or CHEM 3303 . Two hrs. lect., 6 hrs. lab.
  
  • CHEM 3301 - Organic Chemistry


    Units: 5
    An introduction to the chemistry of aliphatic, aromatic, and heterocyclic compounds emphasizing basic principles. Laboratory work in basic techniques and synthesis. Prerequisites: CHEM 1103 ; CHEM 3301 is prerequisite to CHEM 3302 ; CHEM 3302  is prerequisite to CHEM 3302 . Three hrs. lect., 6 hrs. lab. each.
  
  • CHEM 3302 - Organic Chemistry


    Units: 5
    An introduction to the chemistry of aliphatic, aromatic, and heterocyclic compounds emphasizing basic principles. Laboratory work in basic techniques and synthesis. Prerequisites: CHEM 1103 ; CHEM 3301  is prerequisite to CHEM 3302; CHEM 3302 is prerequisite to CHEM 3303 . Three hrs. lect., 6 hrs. lab. each.
  
  • CHEM 3303 - Organic Chemistry


    Units: 5
    An introduction to the chemistry of aliphatic, aromatic, and heterocyclic compounds emphasizing basic principles. Laboratory work in basic techniques and synthesis. Prerequisites: CHEM 1103 ; CHEM 3301  is prerequisite to CHEM 3302 ; CHEM 3302  is prerequisite to CHEM 3303. Three hrs. lect., 6 hrs. lab. each.
  
  • CHEM 3400 - Introductory Biochemistry


    Units: 4
    A survey of biochemistry emphasizing the structure and metabolism of biomolecules such as amino acids, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids. Prerequisites: CHEM 1602  or CHEM 2302  or CHEM 3303 .
  
  • CHEM 3405 - Clinical Chemistry


    Units: 5
    Biochemical processes associated with disease; principles underlying the use of laboratory tests to monitor human health; quantitation of body fluid constituents such as enzymes, carbohydrates, cholesterol, hormones and other metabolites. Prerequisites: CHEM 3400  and CHEM 3401. Three hrs. lect., 6 hrs. lab.
  
  • CHEM 3501 - Biophysical Chemistry


    Units: 4
    A presentation of the fundamental concepts of physical chemistry with emphasis on the study of the structure and properties of biological macromolecules. Thermodynamics, spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, chemical equilibria, ultracentrifugation, electrophoresis, and molecular interactions in solution will be covered. Prerequisites: CHEM 1103 , MATH 1305 , and PHYS 2703 .
  
  • CHEM 3511 - Physical Chemistry Lecture


    Units: 3
    Fundamental physical laws, theoretical principles and mathematical relations of chemistry. Prerequisites: MATH 2304  and PHYS 1003  (or concurrent) or PHYS 2703 .  CHEM 3511 is prerequisite to CHEM 3512 CHEM 3512  is prerequisite to CHEM 3513 .
  
  
  
  • CHEM 3531 - Physical Chemistry Laboratory


    Units: 2
    Experience in the measurement of physicochemical properties, digital computer analysis of experimental data, and report writing. Prerequisites: CS 1020  or CS 1160  (or concurrent enrollment); CHEM 3511  (or concurrent enrollment); CHEM 3531 is prerequisite to CHEM 3532 . Six hrs. lab. each.
  
  • CHEM 3532 - Physical Chemistry Laboratory


    Units: 2
    Experience in the measurement of physicochemical properties, digital computer analysis of experimental data, and report writing. Prerequisites: CS 1020  or CS 1160  (or concurrent enrollment); CHEM 3511  (or concurrent enrollment); CHEM 3531  is prerequisite to CHEM 3532 . Six hrs. lab. each.
  
  • CHEM 3898 - Cooperative Education


    Units: 1-4
    Supervised work experience in which student completes academic assignments integrated with off-campus paid or volunteer activities. Prerequisites: At least a 2.0 GPA; departmental approval of activity; completion of CHEM 2200 . No units may be counted toward the Chemistry major or minor. CR/NC grading only.
  
  • CHEM 4161 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry


    Units: 3
    The bonding, structure and reactivity of inorganic compounds. Prerequisites: Prerequisites for CHEM 4161: CHEM 3303 .

     

  
  • CHEM 4162 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry


    Units: 3
    The bonding, structure and reactivity of inorganic compounds. CHEM 4162 emphasizes the structure and chemistry of coordination compounds and complex ions, including the application of group theory to spectral analysis. Prerequisites: Prerequisites for CHEM 4162: CHEM 4161 .
  
  • CHEM 4180 - Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory


    Units: 2
    Laboratory experience in the preparation and characterization of selected inorganic compounds. Prerequisites: CHEM 4162 . Six hrs. lab.
  
  • CHEM 4240 - Instrumental Methods of Analysis


    Units: 4
    Principles of operation and application of instrumental methods including visible/ultraviolet and infrared spectrophotometry, atomic emission and absorption, nuclear magnetic resonance and mass spectrometry, gas-liquid and high-performance liquid chromatography, electrochemistry, and data acquisition and instrument control using microcomputers. Prerequisites: CHEM 2302  or CHEM 3303 ; CHEM 3501  or CHEM 3511 . Two hrs. lect., 6 hrs. lab.
  
  • CHEM 4311 - Advanced Organic Chemistry


    Units: 4
    Mechanistic approaches to synthetic studies; chemistry of carbonyl compounds; chemistry of heterocyclic and polycyclic compounds with emphasis on those of natural origin or biological interest. Prerequisites: CHEM 3303 .
  
  • CHEM 4400 - Instructional Activities in Chemistry


    Units: 2
    Theory and practice of teaching chemistry concepts using modern pedagogical techniques most relevant to chemistry; guided field experiences as assistants in local high school classrooms, tutoring CSUEB students, and leading group problem-solving sessions. Prerequisites: CHEM 3303 . CR/NC grading only. One hr. lect., 2 hrs. act.
  
  • CHEM 4411 - General Biochemistry


    Units: 4
    A detailed description of the major classes of biological molecules such as amino acids, proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleotides, nucleic acids, and specialized molecules such as hormones and coenzymes. The metabolism of these molecules will be covered in detail. Prerequisites: CHEM 3303 . CHEM 4411  is prerequisite to CHEM 4412 ; CHEM 4412  is prerequisite to CHEM 4413 .
  
  • CHEM 4412 - General Biochemistry


    Units: 4
    A detailed description of the major classes of biological molecules such as amino acids, proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleotides, nucleic acids, and specialized molecules such as hormones and coenzymes. The metabolism of these molecules will be covered in detail. Prerequisites: CHEM 3303 . CHEM 4411  is prerequisite to CHEM 4412 ; CHEM 4412  is prerequisite to CHEM 4413 .
  
  • CHEM 4413 - General Biochemistry


    Units: 4
    A detailed description of the major classes of biological molecules such as amino acids, proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleotides, nucleic acids, and specialized molecules such as hormones and coenzymes. The metabolism of these molecules will be covered in detail. Prerequisites: CHEM 3303 . CHEM 4411  is prerequisite to CHEM 4412 ; CHEM 4412  is prerequisite to CHEM 4413 .
  
  • CHEM 4430 - General Biochemistry Laboratory


    Units: 4
    Laboratory techniques in biochemistry. Intended to supplement General Biochemistry, CHEM 4411  and CHEM 4412 . Prerequisite or Co-requisite: CHEM 4411 . Two hrs. lect., 6 hrs. lab.
  
  • CHEM 4431 - Advanced Biochemistry Laboratory


    Units: 2
    Advanced laboratory techniques in biochemistry. The focus is on biochemical procedures not covered in CHEM 4430 (advanced electrophoresis techniques, advanced protein characterization and emphasis on the analysis of nucleic acids). Prerequisites: CHEM 4413  (or concurrent), and CHEM 4430 . Six hrs. lab.
  
  • CHEM 4440 - Protein Structure


    Units: 3
    The basic structural motifs found in proteins such as enzymes, antibodies, membrane-bound proteins, virus-coat proteins, and nucleic acid binding proteins. Discussion will also focus on the biological significance of these structures. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: CHEM 4411 .
  
  • CHEM 4450 - Nucleic Acid Chemistry


    Units: 3
    Nucleic acid structure, modification, and processing. Oligonucleotide synthesis, methods essential to the chemical characterization of nucleic acids, and virus structure and replication. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: CHEM 4412 .
  
  • CHEM 4460 - Major Organ Biochemistry


    Units: 3
    The unique biochemistry of the major organs of the human body including brain, heart, liver, kidney, skeletal muscle, adipose tissue, endocrine glands, and reproductive organs. The metabolism unique to a particular organ system and to inter-relationships with the other organs of the body. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: CHEM 4412 .
  
  • CHEM 4521 - Elements of Chemical Thermodynamics


    Units: 4
    Selected topics in classical and statistical thermodynamics, with emphasis on thermochemical calculations. Prerequisites: CHEM 3513 .
  
  • CHEM 4601 - Environmental Chemistry I


    Units: 4
    A study of the environmental aspects of chemistry: aqueous multiple equilibria, pH effects of solubility, carbon dioxide systems, inorganic pollutants in water and soils. Prerequisites: CHEM 1103 . 3 hours. Lecture/ 3 hours Lab.
  
  • CHEM 4602 - Environmental Chemistry II


    Units: 4
    Additional environmental aspects of chemistry: organic pollutants in the environment, photochemical smog, hazardous waste treatment, toxicology, environmental chemical analysis. Prerequisites: CHEM 4601  or instructor concent. 3 hours Lecture/ 3 hours Lab.
  
  • CHEM 4700 - Survey of Chemical Literature


    Units: 2
    Systematic introduction to the use of the chemical literature, including the use of physical library resources and online database searching. Prerequisites: CHEM 3303  or equivalent.
  
  • CHEM 4810 - Undergraduate Research


    Units: 2
    Independent research under the guidance of a member of the Chemistry Department faculty. Students should consult with faculty members to determine specific research opportunities. Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
  
  • CHEM 4811 - Senior Thesis


    Units: 2
    Independent research under the guidance of a member of the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department faculty. Development and writing of a comprehensive report documenting undergraduate research. Prerequisites: CHEM 4810  and consent of instructor.
  
  • CHEM 4830 - Seminar in Forensic Research


    Units: 1
    Seminar on chemical aspects of forensic research. Current issues in forensic science based on chemical concerns.
  
  • CHEM 4900 - Independent Study


    Units: 1-4

Chemistry: Courses for Non-Science Majors

  
  • CHEM 1000 - Popular Topics in Chemistry


    Units: 4
    Nonmathematical discussions of subjects as: energy in the universe and the cell, evolution, nutrition, chemical senses, drugs, hormones, synthetics, and pollution. Designed as a general education course for non-science majors. Not open to students with credit for CHEM 2001.
  
  • CHEM 1100 - Introduction to College Chemistry


    Units: 5
    Elementary principles of chemistry: measurement, properties of matter, chemical symbols and formulas, chemical equations, stoichiometry, atomic structure, gas laws, solutions. Prerequisites: Satisfaction of the ELM exam requirement. Three hrs. lect., 6 hrs. lab., disc.
  
  • CHEM 1110 - Fundamentals of College Chemistry


    Units: 5
    Elementary principles of chemistry: measurement, properties of matter, chemical symbols and formulas, chemical equations, stoichiometry, atomic structure, and solutions. Real world applications and connections to other science disciplines. Prerequisites: Satisfaction of the ELM requirement. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 1100 . Lecture/Lab. Satisfies GE Area: B3.
  
  • CHEM 1605 - Basic Chemistry for Healthier Living


    Units: 4
    A chemical perspective for healthier living. Basic inorganic chemistry: an introduction to atomic and molecular structure. Prerequisites: A score of 42 or above on the Entry Level Math Test or a college level math score on the SAT, ACT or AP exam or the equivalent. Not open to students with credit for CHEM 1601 . A-F grading only. Three hrs. lect., 3 hrs. lab.
  
  • CHEM 1620 - Basic Biochemistry for the Health Sciences


    Units: 4
    Introduction to basic biochemistry with emphasis on the structure, function, and metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids as they relate to human health. Prerequisites: CHEM 1610 , or CHEM 1615 . Not for Chemistry or Biochemistry major credit.
  
  • CHEM 3010 - The Making of Wine


    Units: 4
    The history, chemistry and technology of wine making. Production of standard types of wine from grape varieties. Laboratory illustrates chemical principles as applied to wine making. Not an elective for the chemistry major. Three hrs. lect., 3 hrs. lab.
  
  • CHEM 3011 - Foundational Chemistry


    Units: 4
    Focus on the California State Science Standards and is designed to prepare pre-service and in-service teachers for the CSET General Science Subtest in Chemistry with the goal of obtaining a Foundational Science Credential.CHEM 1100  strongly recommended. Prerequisites: High school chemistry, or equivalent; satisfaction of the ELM. Not open to either Chemistry or Biochemistry majors.
  
  • CHEM 3012 - Foundational Chemistry Laboratory


    Units: 1
    This laboratory course supplements CHEM 3011 . Designed to prepare pre-service and in-service teachers for the CSET General Science Subtest in Chemistry with the goal of obtaining a Foundational Science Credential. Prerequisites: CHEM 1100 . Prerequisite or Co-requisite: CHEM 3011 . Not open to either Chemistry or Biochemistry majors. (Three hrs. lab)
  
  • CHEM 3999 - Issues in Chemistry


    Units: 4
    Readings, discussion, and research on contemporary and/or significant issues in chemistry.

Chemistry: Graduate

  
  • CHEM 6310 - Advanced Topics in Organic Chemistry


    Units: 3
    Selected topics in special advanced fields of organic chemistry. Topics vary each quarter. May be repeated two times for credit when content varies, for a maximum of 9 units.
  
  • CHEM 6410 - Advanced Topics in Biochemistry


    Units: 3
    Selected topics in biochemistry, e.g., advanced discussion of proteins, enzyme kinetics, physical biochemical techniques, nucleic acid chemistry. May be repeated once for credit when content varies, for a maximum of 6 units.
  
  • CHEM 6430 - Protein Chemistry Techniques


    Units: 4
    Techniques in protein chemistry. Methods for protein quantification, separation, identification, purification and sequence analysis. Emphasis on modern procedures employing techniques such as chromatography, electrophoresis, isoelectric focusing, gene splicing and immunological probing.
  
  • CHEM 6510 - Advanced Topics in Physical Chemistry


    Units: 3
    Selected topics in physical chemistry, e.g., molecular structure, spectroscopy, quantum mechanics, and crystallography. May be repeated for credit, for a maximum of 9 units.
  
  • CHEM 6521 - The Chemical Bond


    Units: 3
    The quantum mechanical description of the structure and spectroscopic properties of atoms and molecules, of the chemical bonding in molecules, and of bonding in solids and liquids.
  
  • CHEM 6820 - Seminar


    Units: 1
    Seminar based on oral presentations, given by the students enrolled, of current chemical literature or reports of research in progress. Effective communication and presentation skills will be emphasized. May be repeated two times for credit, for a maximum of 3 units. A-F grading only
 

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