CHM Chemistry (CHM)

This course is designed for non-science majors and intended to develop an understanding of basic chemistry concepts and applications important to technology and society. Topics include air and water quality, the chemistry of global climate change, petroleum and natural gas, acid rain, polymers, fuel cells, drugs, nutrition, and genetic engineering. Laboratory experiments and research projects will reinforce cooperative learning, the utilization of the scientific method, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking skills. OT36 (TMNS and TMNSVDL) approved, effective spring 2022

The course emphasizes the core principles of chemistry while developing scientific reasoning and problem-solving skills. Students explore the nature of matter, atomic and molecular structure, chemical formulas, the mole concept, stoichiometry, reaction types, solutions, and energy topics such as heat capacity. Real-world examples throughout the course highlight the relevance of chemical principles in everyday life and help students connect foundational knowledge to practical applications. TMNS Approved effective Autumn 2008.

This course is designed to introduce students to the study of forensic science and crime scene investigation. It will cover basic general chemistry and biochemistry topics with an emphasis of applying the scientific method to investigating crime. The class will follow evidence from the time it is discovered at a crime scene until it is involved in a court case. Students will learn forensic methods required to assess, test and present evidence. The laboratory experiments presented are designed to teach critical thinking and laboratory skills necessary to ensure safety and protect crucial evidence. TMNSVDL approved, effective summer 2021.

A broad overview of inorganic chemical principles. Topics include significant figures, atomic structure, chemical bonding and molecular structure of inorganic compounds. TMNS approved Spring 2012.

A broad overview of inorganic chemical principles. Topics include energy changes, gas laws, soluability, solutions and acids and bases. TMNS approved Spring 2012.

This course is a survey of fundamental concepts in general, organic, and biological chemistry. The concepts are introduced to emphasize the application of chemistry in the health and applied technology fields. Topics include measurement, chemical bonding and compounds, energy changes, gas laws, solutions, acids and bases, polymers, nuclear chemistry, organic, and biological chemistry. The structures and reactions of organic compounds are detailed to expand the understanding of the chemistry of hydrocarbons, functional groups, lipids, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, vitamins, proteins, and metabolism. Laboratory experiments reinforce hands-on experience, the scientific method, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking skills. OT36 approved TMNS, effective summer 2022

An introduction to the fundamental principles of chemistry, including measurement and calculation, chemical stoichiometry, the properties of gases, atomic and molecular structure, bonding, thermochemistry, and periodic properties. OSC023 sequence & OSC008, effective Summer 2017 OT36-TMNS, effective summer 2023

An introduction to the fundamental principles of chemistry, including measurement and calculation, chemical stoichiometry, atomic and molecular structure, bonding, thermochemistry and periodic properties.

A continuation of the study of the fundamental principles of chemistry, including chemical stoichiometry, the properties of gases, atomic and molecular structure, bonding and periodic properties.

A continuation of the study of the principles of chemistry, including solution properties, acids and bases, chemical equilibrium, thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, organic chemistry, and electrochemistry. This course is Ohio TAG approved. OSC024 sequence & OSC009, effective Summer 2017. OT36-TMNS, effective summer 2023

This course introduces students to the techniques of forensic chemistry, particularly as they relate to crime scene investigation and ongoing analysis of evidence obtained after a crime is committed. The course is an integrated study of forensic science in the areas of chemistry, toxicology, and trace analysis. The topics include but are not limited to drugs, poisons, colorants, paints, polymers, and ink. Chemistry and biochemistry concepts will be used in the forensic analysis of materials and in the chemical analysis of evidence using qualitative and quantitative analysis. The laboratory experiments in the course are designed to help students gain experience in the use of current analytical methods that are used to analyze evidence during criminal investigations. In addition to the qualitative analytical techniques, the course will explore how instrumental analysis can be used to determine the identity of a drug or poison. TMNS approved-effective Summer 2016

A broad overview of chemical principles and reactivity of organic compounds. Topics include structure, bonding, nomenclature, reactions, reaction mechanisms, and synthesis of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides, and aromatic compounds. Additional topics include stereochemistry and an introduction to spectroscopic techniques such as UV, IR, NMR, and mass spectroscopy. TAG OSC010 approved Summer 2018.

A continuation of the study of chemical principles and reactivity of organic compounds. Topics include structure, bonding, nomenclature, reactions and reaction mechanisms of aromatic compounds, alcohols, phenols, ethers, epoxides, amines, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and carboxylic acid derivatives. Additional topics include reactions and synthesis of biomolecules such as carbohydrates, amino acids, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids and synthetic polymers. The use of modern spectroscopic techniques such as IR, NMR, and mass spectroscopy also will be included. TAG OSC010 approved Summer 2018.

This course will cover the biochemical mechanisms involved in chemistry of amino acids and proteins, human immune system, catalysis and enzymes, carbohydrate and glycogen metabolism, lipids and biological membranes, and energetics of metabolic reactions.