Examples of offerings include FT NMR techniques, bio-organic and bio-inorganic chemistry and advanced topics in analytical, physical and organometallic chemistry.

The basic principles of biochemistry. Emphasis is on nucleic acid chemistry, carbohydrates and immune response.

Advanced studies of organic reactions and reaction mechanisms. Strategies of stereoselective synthesis of complex organic molecules will be studied.

Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Topic and format must be approved by the Department Chairperson and Dean.

Individual research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. Topic and format must be approved by the Department Chairperson and Dean.

This course builds a descriptive and theoretical framework for understanding inorganic systems. Advanced atomic structure and bonding theories will be applied to understanding the properties and reactions of inorganic compounds. Nomenclature, electron counting, and isomerism of coordination compounds will be introduced, and special topics such as solid state chemistry will be addressed.

This course is the capstone course in Chemistry and Biochemistry. Students will analyze research that they have previously accumulated, culminating in a research paper and/or a research talk. Professional development aimed to prepare students for graduate studies and careers will also be covered.

This course serves as an introduction to the world of forensics focusing on the aspects of chemistry used during an investigation. Several forensic techniques will be practiced and used to solve a mock crime and analyze case studies of real crimes, such as: fingerprint analysis, fiber, glass, and firearms identification. No prior chemistry experience is needed for this course.

This course covers the basic principles of biochemistry. Emphasis is on the structure and function of common building block molecules, proteins, nucleic acids, polysaccharides and membranes, and the regulation and metabolic processes occurring within living organisms.

A comprehensive study of the biologically active constituents of plants of the Southwest and elsewhere. Medicinal compounds, poisons, and allelochemicals are emphasized. Chemical structures, physiological activity, plant sources and biosynthetic pathways are discussed. Lab work includes field gathering, isolation and identification of compounds.