College of Science
Department Office: 2020 Henry Eyring Building, 581-6681
Department Chair. Peter B. Armentrout
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Distinguished Professors. P. Armentrout, D. Grant, J. Harris, J. Miller, D. Poulter, P. Stang.
Professors. S. Anderson, W. Breckenridge, C. Burrows, S. David, R. Ernst, E. Eyring, C. Grissom, G. Keck, M. Morse, R. Ragsdale, J. Simons, T. Truong, G. Voth, H. White, C. Wight.
Associate Professors. P. Beal, J.Rainier, T. Richmond.
Assistant Professors. J. Conboy, P. Flynn, E. Hegg, J. Louie, M. Sigman, Ilya Zharov.
Adjunct Professors. K. Caldwell, A. Epstein, J. Facelli, J. Futrell, J. Gladysz, D. Goldenberg, C. Ireland, L. Knight, J. Linderberg, J. McCloskey, T. Meyer, J. Michl, E. Misochko, J. Morrison, G. Prestwich, R. Pugmire, D. Rolison, H. Schlegel, F. West.
Adjunct Associate Professors. A. Boldyrev, P. Skurski.
Adjunct Assistant Professors. A. Orendt, R. Green.
Professor-Lecturers. M. Carlson, J. Driscoll, L. Kesner, R. Steiner
Assistant Professor-Lecturer. G. Owens.
Research Professors. D. Alderman, K. Pokhodnya.
Research Associate Professors. A. Arif, C. Mayne, J. Muller.
Research Assistant Professors. G. Ayton, D. Bellert, R. Gdanitz.
Advisor. Thomas G. Richmond, 2404 HEB (801) 581-7487, Richmond@chemistry.utah.edu
Chemistry is often called the "central science" because of its pervasive impact on our lives. It is a discipline considered essential to the training of life scientists, engineers, physicians, physical and earth scientists, and other professions with a technological base. Chemists are employed in a variety of fields not traditionally considered “chemistry.” The wide applicability of the field is emphasized in the scope of the interdisciplinary majors offered in the department. These programs of study are grounded in the chemistry core, but offer sufficient flexibility to allow students to develop individualized programs for both general and specialized training.
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All chemistry degree programs share a common core of required courses within the department as well as a group of allied courses in mathematics and physics. The additional requirements that give the professional major and each of the interdisciplinary majors their unique foci are listed below.
Normal progress toward the bachelor’s degree in chemistry requires the completion of Mathematics 1210 (Calculus I) by the end of the freshman year, meaning that entering freshmen must be able to pass the University’s mathematics placement examination in college algebra. Otherwise, deficiencies in mathematics should be made up as soon as possible prior to entering the second year of study. Consult with the Mathematics and Physics departments for proper placement in courses based on performance on AP examinations in those subjects. A score of 3, 4, or 5 on the AP Chemistry Exam normally will earn 8 semester hours of credit equivalent to Chemistry 1210 and 1220. In general, students earning a 4 or 5 on the Chemistry AP exam should be prepared to begin the organic chemistry sequence (CHEM 2310, 2320). However, students should consult with Professor Ron Ragsdale at 801-581-7621 for proper placement. Premedical students should be aware that many medical schools will not accept a score of 3 on this exam and also encourage students to take additional upper-division chemistry courses. Any of the degree programs outlined below are appropriate for premedical students, who should consult the Premedical Student Adviser for more information on the application procedure to medical schools.
Students who register for any chemistry class who have not satisfied the stated prerequisite(s) may be dropped from the class at the instructor’s discretion. Courses substituted for those specifically listed as prerequisites, including courses in allied areas, should be approved by the instructor prior to registration. Specific course prerequisites are listed in the course descriptions later in this section.
Chemistry 1010, 1020, 1030, 1040, and 1050 are designed for non-science majors and satisfy the University’s science intellectual explorations requirement. Chemistry 1200 is a preparatory course for students with a weak background in high school chemistry who plan to take the general chemistry sequence. The Chemistry 1110, 1120 sequence is primarily for students in nursing and other allied health areas requiring a one-year introductory sequence in general, organic, and biochemistry. This sequence also satisfies the science intellectual explorations requirement. None of the above courses satisfy any requirements for the chemistry or other science majors.
Science majors should begin the general chemistry sequence with Chemistry 1210 and its associated laboratory course, Chemistry 1230. Students wishing an early exposure to organic chemistry may then take the CHEM 2310, 2320 sequence (with labs CHEM 2330, 2340) and then conclude their introductory studies with CHEM 1220 (and lab CHEM 1240). Alternatively, students may complete the full general chemistry sequence (CHEM 1210, 1220, 1230, 1240) in the first year and then organic chemistry (CHEM 2310, 2320, 2330, 2340) in the second year. Honors courses for the second semester of general chemistry (CHEM 1221) and for organic chemistry (CHEM 2311, 2321) may be identified by their course number, which ends in one (1). In addition, the undergraduate research section for Honors students is numbered CHEM 4999.
Chemistry majors must complete all university wide graduation requirements, including those in the following areas: writing (WRTG 2010), intellectual explorations [eight 3-semester-hour courses with two in each of fine arts, humanities, physical and life sciences (courses in the chemistry major may satisfy this requirement), and social sciences], American institutions (one 3-semester-hour course from an approved list), and diversity (one 3-semester-hour course from an approved list). An appropriately chosen diversity course can double count as an intellectual explorations course. Any two 3-semester-hour mathematics courses numbered above 1100 will meet the 6-semester-hour quantitative/reasoning requirement (for example, the calculus sequence MATH 1210 and 1220). The communication/writing requirement is met by CHEM 3000, which is designated as a writing intensive course, as is CHEM 5700. However, we encourage students to consider upper-division writing courses such as WRTG 3400 (Professional Writing) to hone their skills in this important area. Those seeking the B.A. degree must complete 16 semester hours split evenly between first-year and second-year language courses. Most chemistry majors earn a B.S. degree, which requires 6 semester hours of upper-division quantitatively intensive courses (CHEM 3060, 3070, and 3090 meet this criteria).
The above section is designed to guide chemistry majors in meeting University graduation requirements, and does not supersede or replace any such rules. Students should consult with the University College, 450 SSB, for assistance in meeting these and other university wide requirements.
A minimum of 122 semester hours is required to graduate and at least 40 semester hours must be in upper-division courses numbered 3000 and above. Most of the chemistry degree programs require about 32 upper-division hours; thus, students should plan to take additional upper-division work in chemistry, physics, or mathematics, or in their general education courses to meet this 40-semester-hour standard. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.00 based on University of Utah work only is required by the University. In addition, the department requires a minimum GPA of 2.00 based on all courses taken in the College of Science at the University of Utah for the particular degree option chosen. A minimum of 12 upper-division semester hours of chemistry courses must be taken in residence at the University of Utah. Finally, all chemistry majors must pass the departmental comprehensive exams in analytical, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry, which are normally given in April and August of each year. Students are advised to check with the department early in the spring semester for examination dates.
A chemistry minor requires a minimum of 20 semester hours of chemistry courses numbered 1210 or above, including two 3000-level or above courses (6 semester hours) in chemistry. A minimum of 6 semester hours must be taken in the Chemistry Department at the University of Utah. The GPA for chemistry courses taken at Utah must be 2.00 or greater. Students are encouraged to take a 5000-level advanced lab course.
B.A., B.S.
Students seeking a bachelor’s degree in chemistry may select from two program options: professional and interdisciplinary. The program options, each with their own goals and curriculum requirements, are described in detail.
(required of all majors):
CHEM 1210, 1220 General Chemistry I, II (4, 4)
CHEM 1230, 1240 General Chemistry Lab I, II (1, 1)
CHEM 2310, 2320 Organic Chemistry I, II (4, 4)
CHEM 2330, 2340 Organic Chemistry Lab I, II (1, 1)
CHEM 3000 Quantitative Analysis (4)
CHEM 3060 Physical Chemistry I (4)
CHEM 3100 Inorganic Chemistry (5)
Math and Physics Core (required of all majors)
MATH 1210, 1220, 2210 Calculus I, II, III (4, 4, 3)
PHYCS 2210, 2220 Physics I, II (4, 4)
PHYCS 2219, 2229 Physics Lab I, II (1, 1)
(Minimum total credits: 75)
The professional major is designed for students who plan a career in chemistry or an allied field. The program satisfies American Chemical Society requirements for an accredited bachelor’s degree in chemistry.
Core courses, plus:
MATH 2250 Ordinary Differential Equations and Linear Algebra (3)
MATH 3150 Partial Differential Equations (2)
CHEM 3070 Physical Chemistry II (4)
CHEM 3510 Biological Chemistry I (3)
Five laboratory courses selected from the following:
CHEM 5700 Advanced Analytical Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5710 Advanced Organic Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5720 Advanced Physical Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5730 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 3515 or 3525 Biological Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 4800 or 4999 Undergraduate Research (2)
(Minimum total credits: 72)
The interdisciplinary major is for students interested in combining a sound chemistry background with extensive work in another area of their choice. All interdisciplinary majors include the chemistry core.
Note: Many of these courses have prerequisites, and the student should consult the individual course listings under the appropriate department to determine what these are.
Core courses, plus:
BIOL 2020 Principles of Cell Biology (3)
BIOL 2030 Genetics (3)
BIOL 3510 Biological Chemistry I (3)
BIOL 3515 or 3525 Biological Chemistry Laboratory (2)
BIOL 3520 Biological Chemistry II (3)
CHEM 3070 Physical Chemistry II (4) or
CHEM 3090 Biophysical Chemistry (3)
Five or more semester units selected from approved Biology courses numbered 3000 or higher. Selected chemistry graduate level courses may be used to fulfill this requirement with the approval of the chemistry advisor.
Two laboratory courses selected from:
CHEM 5700 Advanced Analytical Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5710 Advanced Organic Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5720 Advanced Physical Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5730 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Lab (2)
Students should consult with the College of Business Undergraduate Studies Office for additional information. (NOTE: Several of these courses have prerequisites, and students will not be allowed to register for courses for which they have not completed the prerequisites.)
Core courses, plus:
CHEM 3070 Physical Chemistry II (4)
or CHEM 3090 Biophysical Chemistry (3)
Two laboratory courses selected from:
CHEM 5700 Advanced Analytical Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5710 Advanced Organic Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5720 Advanced Physical Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5730 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Lab (2)
Twelve or more units selected from the following (consult course descriptions for prerequisites):
ACCTG 2610 Survey of Accounting I (3)
FINAN 1200 Management of Personal Finance (3)
FINAN 3040 Financial Management I (3)
FINAN 3050 Financial Management II (3)
FINAN 4050 Intermediate Investments (3)
MGT 1010 Foundations of Business Thought (3)
MGT 2390 Business Statistics I (3)
MGT 2490 Business Statistics II (3)
MGT 3410 Business Law (3)
MGT 3500 Principles of Management (3)
MGT 3660 Production Operations Management (3)
MGT 3680 Human Behavior in Organizations (3)
MGT 4560 Small Business Management (3)
MGT 5770 Innovation and Entrepreneurship (3)
MKTG 3010 Principles of Marketing (3)
MKTG 3450 Marketing Research (3)
Core courses, plus:
CHEM 3070 Physical Chemistry II (4)
MATH 2250 Ordinary Differential Equations and Linear Algebra (3)
MATH 3150 Partial Differential Equations for Engineers (3)
MATH 3160 Complex Variables for Engineers (2)
MATH Elective (3 credits) chosen in consultation with the chemistry advisor
Two laboratory courses selected from:
CHEM 5700 Advanced Analytical Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5710 Advanced Organic Chemistry Lab (2
CHEM 5720 Advanced Physical Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5730 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Lab (2)
Six or more units selected from the following:
CHEM 6000 Introduction to Quantum Mechanics I (2)
CHEM 6010 Introduction to Quantum Mechanics II (2)
CHEM 6020 Introduction to Spectroscopy I (2)
CHEM 6030 Introduction to Spectroscopy II (2)
CHEM 6040 Statistical Thermodynamics (2)
CHEM 6050 Classical Thermodynamics (2)
CHEM 6070 Chemical Kinetics (2)
CHEM 6080 Chemical Dynamics (2)
Teaching Major, Minor, Certification. Please refer to Education in the Colleges section for information on teaching major and minor course requirements and state secondary teacher certification.
Core courses, plus:
CHEM 3070 Physical Chemistry II (4)
Two laboratory courses selected from:
CHEM 5700 Advanced Analytical Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5710 Advanced Organic Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5720 Advanced Physical Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5730 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Lab (2)
Twelve or more units selected from the following:
GG 1110 Physical Geology (3)
GG 3060 Structural Geology (3)
GG 3080 Mineralogy (4)
GG 3090 Introduction to Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology (4)
GG 4100 Optical Mineralogy (3)
GG 5450 Mineral Deposits (3)
GG 5660 Geochemistry (3)
GG 5670 Isotope Geology (3)
Core courses, plus:
MATH 2250 Ordinary Differential Equations and Linear Algebra (3)
CHEM 3070 Physical Chemistry II (4)
Two laboratory courses selected from:
CHEM 5700 Advanced Analytical Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5710 Advanced Organic Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5720 Advanced Physical Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5730 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Lab (2)
Fifteen or more units selected from the following:
MSE 2010 Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering (4)
MSE 3010 Materials Processing Lab (2)
MSE 3210 Electronic Properties of Solids (2)
MSE 3310 Introduction to Ceramics (3)
MSE 3410 Introduction to Polymers (3)
MSE 3510 Introduction to Metallic Materials (3)
MSE 5032 Thermodynamics of Solids (4)
MSE 5034 Kinetics of Solid-state Processes (3)
MSE 5010 X-Ray Diffraction (2.5)
MSE 5473 Polymer Synthesis and Characterization (4)
Core courses, plus:
CHEM 3070 Physical Chemistry II (4)
MATH 2250 Ordinary Differential Equations and Linear Algebra (3)
MATH 3150 Partial Differential Equations for Engineers (2)
MATH 3160 Complex Variables for Engineers (2)
MATH Elective (3 credits) chosen in consultation with the chemistry advisor
Two laboratory courses selected from:
CHEM 5700 Advanced Analytical Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5710 Advanced Organic Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5720 Advanced Physical Chemistry Lab (2)
CHEM 5730 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Lab (2)
Six or more units selected from the following:
MATH 5010 Introduction to Probability (3)
MATH 5080 Statistical Inference I (3)
MATH 5090 Statistical Inference II (3)
MATH 5210 Introduction to Real Analysis (3)
MATH 5600 Survey of Numerical Analysis (4)
MATH 5610 Introduction to Numerical Analysis I (4)
MATH 5620 Introduction to Numerical Analysis II (4)
Students may also design a degree program that emphasizes another specialized area, provided they obtain departmental approval of their proposed program before entering their last two years of undergraduate study. Please note that such proposed programs must contain the chemistry, physics, and mathematics core courses listed above, have an additional semester of physical chemistry, and at least two advanced laboratory courses. In intellectual rigor, they should be similar to the approved programs listed above and have some rational connection to the field of chemistry. Students are encouraged to consult the departmental advisor, Professor Tom Richmond, 2404 Henry Eyring Building, 801-581-7487, e-mail: Richmond@chemistry.utah.edu for additional information or advice in planning their program.
M.S., Ph.D.
Research programs leading to the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees are offered in the areas of analytical, biological, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry and in chemical physics. Please refer to our website www.chem.utah.edu to learn about the research interests of our faculty members.
Domestic Students
- Graduation from a recognized four-year college, university, or institute of technology.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- GRE scores are required. Applicants should take the package of General Test measures containing the Mathematical Reasoning test.
International Students
- Graduation from a recognized four-year college, university, or institute of technology.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
- GRE scores are required. Applicants should take the package of General Test measures containing the Mathematical Reasoning test.
- TSE score of at least 50.
- TOEFL score of at least 630 on the paper based exam or 250 on the computer based exam.
All new students are offered a Teaching Assistantship for the academic year and additional support (either a teaching or research stipend) for the summer following the first academic year. International students must pass a University Teaching workshop before being allowed to teach. Non-teaching first year stipend is lower than a Teaching Assistantship. Continued support is guaranteed for 5 years for students in "good standing" pursuing the Ph.D. degree. The stipend amount changes yearly. Please check the website above for the most recent figure. Tuition is paid by the Graduate School or the research advisor for five years (for students in the Ph.D. program).
Students complete a series of approximately nine half-semester "core" courses during their first year in residence. The choice of courses depend upon the area of specialization. All students receive counseling to assist them with the proper choice of courses. Satisfactory performance in these courses allows a student to become a candidate for the Ph.D. degree.
All graduate students are encouraged to select a research director and to begin their thesis research no later than the end of the second semester in residence. The graduate program is flexible in order to meet the specific objectives of the candidate. It is possible to work on a problem involving collaborations with more than one faculty member.
At the beginning of the third year, all students must pass an informal oral examination designed to assure that significant progress has been made in the design and execution of the Ph.D. research project. Students are required to give a seminar in the Department or at a national meeting. The Ph.D. course of study typically requires 4-5 years. The final requirement for graduation is an oral defense of a thesis written by the candidate as a formal exposition of his or her research accomplishments.
The Graduate Education Committee monitors the progress of students. This committee handles all problems students might have with degree requirements and is the place to go to seek clarification and consideration. Professor Henry S. White is the present Director of Graduate Studies.
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