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Chemistry Courses
CHEM1041 General Chemistry I 3 ch (3C 1T)
Introductory course designed primarily for BSc students. Topics covered include atoms,
molecules & ions; stoichiometry; thermochemistry; atomic structure & quantum theory;
periodic trends - atomic size, ionization, electron affinity; chemical bonding - Lewis
structure, VSEPR, polarity, electronegativity, hybridization, hydrocarbons - alkanes,
alkenes, alkynes, nomenclature, isomerism, functional groups.
Prerequisite: Grade 12 Chemistry or equivalent.
Corequisite: MATH 1001 or MATH 1003 .
CHEM1046 Introductory to Chemistry Laboratory I 2 ch (3L)
A selection of experiments to accompany CHEM 1041 .
Corequisite: CHEM 1041 or equivalent.
CHEM1072 General Chemistry II
3 ch (3C 1T)
A continuation of CHEM 1041 . Topics covered include gas laws & kinetic theory;
oxidation & reduction - oxidation numbers, balancing redox equations; equilibria equilibrium constant K, Le Chatelier’s Principle, homo- and heterogeneous equilibria;
acid-base equilibria - weak acids & bases, pH, common ion effect, buffers, solubility,
selective precipitation; thermodynamics - entropy & free energy; electrochemistry electrode potentials, galvanic & electrolytic cells, quantitative aspects.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1041 .
Corequisite: MATH 1001 or MATH 1003 .
CHEM1077 Introductory Chemistry Labratory II
A selection of experiments to accompany CHEM 1072 .
2 ch (3L)
Prerequisite: CHEM 1046 or equivalent.
Corequisite: CHEM 1072 .
CHEM1831 What on Earth Isn't Chemistry (Cross-Listed: SCI 1831)
3 ch
(3C)
Intended for students (with limited chemistry background) who wish to gain a better
understanding of the chemistry in the world around them. The course will cover aspects
of ; atomic and molecular structure, the periodic table, what chemical names mean,
balancing equations (and the relationships involved), acids and bases, nuclear chemistry,
radiation and organic compounds. The concepts will be examined in the context of
understanding "everyday" chemistry. This course cannot be used as a substitute for any
other first level Chemistry course.
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CHEM1842 Chemistry for Health Sciences (O) 3 ch (3C)
An introduction to organic chemistry, including classification, nomenclature, and
reactivity; biochemistry and metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins; aspects of
body fluids, enzymes and nucleic acids.
Prerequisite: A mark of 70% or greater in grade 12 chemistry or CHEM 1831 .
CHEM1872 General Physical and Inorganic Chemistry
3 ch (3C)
Intended primarily for Engineering students who require an introduction to physical and
inorganic chemistry. This course may cover thermochemistry, chemical bonding &
molecular structure, gases, intermolecular forces & modern materials, chemical equilibria
(acid & base, buffer & solubility), chemical kinetics, chemical thermodynamics,
electrochemistry, and nuclear chemistry.
Pre-requisite: Grade 12 Chemistry (70%), or CHEM 1041 or CHEM 1831 minimum
grade of B.
CHEM1877 General Physical and Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory 2 ch (3L)
Intended primarily for Engineering students who require an introduction to physical and
inorganic chemistry. Laboratory topics may include: colligative properties, recycling,
enthalpy, gas laws, WHMIS, titration, kinetics, solubility and corrosion.
Pre-or Co-requisite: CHEM 1872 .
CHEM2009 Experience in Chemistry Research I
3 ch (3L) [W]
CHEM 2009 is a project based course where students conduct research under the
supervision of a chosen faculty member. Students must have declared a Science Major
and must have CGPA of 3.7 or better to enter after first year or a CGPA of 3.0 or higher
to enter after second year. Students will be provided with a list of projects and applicant's
names will be forwarded to project supervisors. Applications must be made, by May
15th, to the Saint John Chemistry coordinator who will be in charge of project
assignments. Since enrolment may be limited, students are encouraged to plan for
alternative courses in the case that no suitable project is available. A minimum of at least
3 scheduled hours per week is required and one seminar presentation will be required at
the end of the academic term, as well as a written report.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1041 , 1046 , 1072 and 1077 .
CHEM2065 Introductory to Biochemistry (Cross-Listed: BIOL 2065)
4 ch
(3C 3L*) [W]
Protein structure and function, techniques for protein analysis, examples of important
proteins, mechanisms and regulations of enzymatic activity, metabolism (basic concepts
and design, followed by the study of a few pathways).
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Prerequisites: BIOL 1205 (or BIOL 1551 with a grade of B or higher) and BIOL 1105
and BIOL 1017 , additionally CHEM 1041 , CHEM 1046 , CHEM 1072 and CHEM
1077 .
CHEM2111 Introductory Analytical Chemistry (O)
5 ch (3C 3L)
Theory and practice. Topics include concepts of acid-base, redox, precipitation and
solvent extraction equilibria; sample handling and preparation; calibration techniques;
error analysis and regression analysis; titrimetric and spectrophometric analysis.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1072 / 1077 .
CHEM2201 Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry
3 ch (3C)
Bonding, structures, and reactions of compounds of both main group and transition
elements.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in CHEM 1041 and CHEM 1072 .
CHEM2222 Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry II (A) 3 ch (3C)
Bonding, structures, and reactions of compounds of both main group and transition
elements.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in CHEM 2201 .
CHEM2237 Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory (A)
2 ch (3L)
Introduction to preparative techniques in inorganic chemistry. Emphasis on Main Group
and Transition Element coordination chemistry.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1041 , CHEM 1046 , CHEM 1072 , CHEM 1077 , CHEM 2201 ;
Co-requisite: CHEM 2222 .
CHEM2241 Introduction to Bio-Inorganic Chemistry 3 ch (3C)
An introduction to inorganic chemistry’s role in biological processes. Topics to include
are Bio-coordination chemistry, electron transfer systems, role of metals in enzyme
catalysis, and metal containing drugs.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1041 and CHEM 1072 .
CHEM2242 Descriptive Chemistry of the Elements
3 ch (3C)
A descriptive survey of the physical and chemical properties of the elements of the
Periodic Table including the inorganic chemistry of carbon.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1041 and CHEM 1072 .
CHEM2401 Organic Chemistry for Biological Sciences 3 ch (3C)
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An introductory course intended primarily for students requiring a one-term course in
organic chemistry. Topics covered include all principal functional groups including
carboxylic acids, amines and amides, as well as specialized topics such as
stereochemistry, carbohydrates and lipids. It is a survey course designed to provide a
broader coverage than in CHEM 2421 . It is not suitable as a prerequisite to CHEM 2422
. Credit will not be given for both CHEM 2401 and CHEM 2421 .
Prerequisite: CHEM 1072 .
CHEM2406 Organic Chemistry 4 ch (3C 3*L)
A survey course intended primarily for students requiring a one-term course in organic
chemistry. Topics covered include all principal functional groups, stereochemistry, lipids,
carbohydrates and proteins. Laboratory experiments carried out on alternate weeks will
provide fundamental skills and reinforce the lecture component. This course provides a
broader coverage than CHEM 2421 and is not suitable as prerequisite for CHEM 2422 .
Credit will not be given for both CHEM 2406 and CHEM 2421 .
Prerequisites: CHEM 1072 , CHEM 1077 .
CHEM2416 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I
2 ch (3L) [W]
Introduction to experimental (organic) chemistry. Part I.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1077 .
Corequisite: CHEM 2421 .
CHEM2421 Organic Chemistry I 3 ch (3C)
An introductory course. Topics include bonding, elementary stereochemistry, optical
isomerism, functional groups, structure determination, reactions of alkenes and alkynes.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1072 .
CHEM2422 Organic Chemistry II 3 ch (3C)
A continuation of CHEM 2421 . Topics include stereochemistry, structure determination,
alkyl halides, nucleophilic substitution and elimination reactions and their synthetic
utility.
Prerequisite: CHEM 2421 .
CHEM2457 Organic Chemistry Laboratory
2 ch (3L) [W]
A laboratory course involving synthesis and purification of organic compounds,
stereochemistry, isolation and structure elucidation of natural compounds (by both
qualitative and spectroscopic methods).
Prerequisite: CHEM 2416 .
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Corequisite CHEM 2422 .
CHEM2601 Chemical Thermodynamics I 3 ch (3C)
The three laws of thermodynamics, thermochemical calculations, chemical equilibria,
introduction to phase rule.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1072 and MATH 1003 / 1013 . Corequisite: MATH 2003 or
equivalent.
CHEM2622 Electrochemistry and Chemical Kinetics (O) 3 ch (3C)
Elementary electrochemistry, electrochemical cells, electrolysis, electromotive forces,
applications of EMF measurements. Reaction kinetics and mechanisms, uni-, bi-, and termolecular reactions, catalysis, enzyme catalysis, chain reactions, reaction dynamics,
steric effects and transition state theory.
Prerequisite: CHEM 2601 .
Corequisite: MATH 2213 , 2513 , or equivalent.
CHEM2637 Physical Chemistry Laboratory (O) 2 ch (3L)
Introduction to experimental physical chemistry.
Prerequisite: CHEM 1077 .
Corequisite: CHEM 2622 .
CHEM2886 Chemical Laboratory for Chemical Engineers I (O) 2 ch (3L)
Consists of experiments in conventional and instrumental analysis.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1072 , CHEM 1077 .
CHEM3201 Inorganic Chemistry I (O)
3 ch (3C)
Structure and chemistry of the elements; both main groups and transition metals and their
compounds.
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in CHEM 2201 and CHEM 2222 .
CHEM3222 Inorganic Chemistry II (O) 3 ch (3C)
Structure and chemistry of the elements; both main groups and transition metals and their
compounds.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better CHEM 3201 .
CHEM3236 Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory (O) 2 ch (3L)
Preparative, analytical, and instrumental techniques in Main Group and Transition Metal;
organic, organometallic and coordination chemistry.
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Prerequisite: CHEM 2237
Co-requisite: CHEM 3201 .
CHEM3245 Environmental Chemistry (A) (Cross-Listed: BIOL 3245) 4 ch (3C 3L)
Course will provide students with a chemical basis for understanding the natural
environment and current environmental issues. Topics will include: the composition of
the natural environment, the chemistry supporting environmental processes, and the main
reactions of natural & anthropogenic chemicals in the atmosphere, water, and soils. Note:
This course may be listed as either BIOL 3245 or CHEM 3245. Credit can not be
obtained for both BIOL 3245 and CHEM 3245.
Prerequisite: One term of organic chemistry at the 2nd year level.
CHEM3335 Chemical Management Practices
1 ch (3*L)
Overviews some Information systems for Hazardous materials (builds on WHMIS,
introduces TDG and GHS). Introduces aspects of chemical inventory management.
Emphasis on laboratory ethics (including environmental responsibilities, safe lab
practices, reporting). Further work on chemical handling , storage and waste
management.
Prerequisites: CHEM 1077 or equivalent and CHEM 2421 or equivalent. (6 x 3 hour
lab sessions)
CHEM3401 Organic Chemistry III (O) 3 ch (3C)
Spectroscopic methods in organic chemistry, background and application to structure
determination. Organic stereochemistry, symmetry elements and operations,
stereoisomerism. Principles of stereochemical methodology.
Prerequisite: CHEM 2422 .
CHEM3416 Organic Chemistry Laboratory (O) 2 ch (4L)
Application of UV, IR, and NMR spectroscopy, special synthetic methods, isolation of
naturally occurring compounds.
Prerequisite: CHEM 2416 .
Corequisite: CHEM 3401 .
CHEM3422 Organic Chemistry IV (O) 3 ch (3C)
Chemistry of carbonyl group, carbonion chemistry, pericyclic reactions, aromatic
substitution, organic synthesis, special topics.
Prerequisite: CHEM 3401 .
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CHEM3435 Biomolecules and Primary Metabolism (Cross-Listed: BIOL 3435) 3 ch
(3C)
This course will examine the chemistry, function, biosynthesis and metabolism of
primary metabolites. Classes of compounds covered will include carbohydrates, fatty
acids, amino acids, peptides, proteins and nucleic acids. Note: This course maybe listed
as either CHEM 3435 or BIOL 3435 . Credit can not be obtained for both CHEM 3435
or BIOL 3435 .
Prerequisites: CHEM 2422 and BIOL 2065 .
CHEM3437 Organic Chemistry Laboratory (O) 2 ch (4L)
Resolution of enantiomers; advanced synthetic methods - Grignard, Diels-Alder, Wittig,
etc.
Prerequisite: CHEM 2416 .
Corequisite: CHEM 3422 .
CHEM4435 Biologically Active Natural Products and Secondary Metabolism (CrossListed: BIOL 4435) 3 ch (3C)
This course will examine the biosynthesis, biological activity and ecological significance
of secondary metabolites. Topics include: the links between primary and secondary
metabolic pathways; an overview of the mechanisms, chemistry and coenzymes involved
in the biosynthesis of natural products; the acetate pathway; the Shikimate pathway; the
mevalonate and methyl erythritol phosphate pathways; the alkaloids; and chemical
ecology. This course maybe listed as either CHEM 4435 or BIOL 4435 . Credit can not
be obtained for both CHEM 4435 or BIOL 4435 .
Prerequisites: CHEM 2422 and BIOL 2065 .