Designed to enroll students in UWM sponsored program before course work level, content and credits are determined and/or in specially prepared program course work. May be retaken w/chg in topic. Prereq: jr st; acceptance for Study Abroad Prog.
CHEM 501 - Introduction to Biochemistry (3 units; U/G)
The chemistry of biological systems. Does not count toward graduate degree in chemistry. Prereq: jr st; grade of C or better in Chem 341(P) or 345(P).
CHEM 502 - Development of Modern Chemistry (2 units; U/G)
Traces the development of chemistry from ancient to modern times. Prereq: jr st; a grade of C or better in Chem 221(P) or 223(P), & Chem 341(P) or 343(P).
CHEM 511 - Inorganic Chemistry (3 units; U/G)
Introduction to theoretical principles and descriptive chemistry of the elements. Does not count toward graduate degree in Chemistry. Prereq: jr st & grade of C or better in Chem 562(P); or grad st.
CHEM 524 - Instrumental Analysis (3 units; U/G)
Chemical equilibria, separations, and theory and practice of instrumental measurements. Does not count toward a graduate degree in chemistry. Prereq: jr st; grade of C or better in Chem 221(P) or 223(P).
Experiments using industrial fermentation approaches for isolation of biologically-relevant molecules, e.g., antibiotics; analysis of their function and activity using microbiological and biochemical techniques. Bio Sci 537 & Chem 537 are jointly offered; they count as repeats of one another. Prereq: Bio Sci 383(P) & Chem 501(P).
Experiments in the production, purification, and characterization of biopharmaceuticals for the treatment of human disease in compliance with ICH and FDA guidelines. Prereq: jr st; Chem/Bio Sci 537(P); Chem 541(P); Chem 501(P).
CHEM 560 - Biophysical Chemistry (3 units; U/G)
General course designed for majors in fields other than chemistry. Does not count toward a graduate degree in chemistry. Prereq: jr st; grade of C or better in Chem 104(P); Math 211(P) or equiv.
CHEM 561 - Physical Chemistry I (3 units; U/G)
Primary focus on chemical thermodynamics. Does not count toward a graduate degree in chemistry. Prereq: jr st; grades of C or better in Chem 104(P), Physics 210(P) & 215(P), & Math 233(P); ElecEng 234(R) or Math 234(R).
CHEM 562 - Physical Chemistry II (3 units; U/G)
Continuation of Chem 561; course content is largely kinetics, statistical mechanics, and quantum chemistry. Does not count toward a graduate degree in chemistry. Prereq: jr st; grade of C or better in Chem 561(P).
Carries grad cr for students other than chem students. Prereq: jr st & grade of C or better in Chem 221(P) or 223(P) & Chem 561(P).
CHEM 599 - Special Projects in Chemistry (3-5 units; U/G)
Directed study or research on subjects selected by the instructor. For further information consult dept chair. May be retaken to 7 cr max. Does not count toward a graduate degree in chemistry. Prereq: jr st; cons instr.
CHEM 601 - Biochemistry: Protein Structure and Function (3 units; U/G)
Cellular synthesis of proteins, protein structure/function, enzyme mechanisms. Prereq: jr st; grades of C or better in Chem 345(P), 501(P), & either 560(C) or 562(C).
Biosynthesis and metabolism of nucleic acids, structure and replication of DNA, control of gene expression, signal transduction. Prereq: jr st; grade of C or better in Chem 501(P) or cons instr.
CHEM 603 - Introduction to Biochemistry Laboratory (2 units; U/G)
Experiments in biological preparations, colorimetry, chromatography, and radioisotope techniques. Prereq: jr st; grades of C or better in Chem 221(P) or 223(P) & in Chem 501(P).
Physical and theoretical aspects of inorganic chemistry (spectroscopy, crystallography, kinetic and theoretical methods) are discussed. Prereq: Chem 511(P) or cons instr.
CHEM 612 - Transition Metal and Organometallic Chemistry (3 units; U/G)
Advanced survey of elements, emphasizing transition elements and organometallic species. Main group organometallics and actinides and lanthanides briefly discussed. Prereq: Chem 511(P) or cons instr.
CHEM 613 - Main Group Chemistry (3 units; U/G)
Advanced survey of metallic and non-metallic main group elements. Prereq: jr st & grade of C or better in Chem 511(P); or grad st.
CHEM 614 - Bio-Inorganic Chemistry (3 units; U/G)
Inorganic chemistry for biological systems; metaloproteins; coordination chemistry in enzymes. Prereq: jr st; grade of C or better in Chem 511(P).
CHEM 628 - Nuclear and Radiochemistry (3 units; U/G)
Survey of modern nuclear and radiochemistry; emphasis on the interactions of radiation with matter and application in radiation detection and measurement. Counts as repeat of Chem 726 w/same topic. Prereq: jr st.; grades of B or better in Chem 524(P), 561(P), 562(P), & 563(P) or equiv; cons instr for undergrads.
CHEM 630 - Computational Chemistry (3 units; U/G)
Computer modeling techniques for molecular systems. Prereq: jr st; grade of C or better in Chem 562(P) or cons instr.
Application of modern instrumental methods to the separation, analysis, and identification of organic compounds. Prereq: jr st, a grade of C or better in Chem 345(P), 346(P), 524(P).
CHEM 661 - Intermediate Chemical Thermodynamics (3 units; U/G)
Laws of thermodynamics equilibria between phases. Introductory statistical thermodynamics. Thermodynamic properties of gases, solids, and solutions. Prereq: sr st, a grade of C or better in Chem 562(P).
CHEM 662 - Chemical Kinetics and Dynamics (3 units; U/G)
Present understanding of reaction kinetics and dynamics. Topics range from experimental methods for kinetics measurements to microscopic theories of reaction rates. Prereq: sr st; grade of C or better in Chem 562(P).
CHEM 701 - Topics in Biochemistry: (2-4 units; G)
Selected topics in biochemistry. Two topics, each for 2 cr, will last 1/2 of the semester. Students may enroll in either (2 cr) or both (4 cr). The 3 cr option offers a more complete coverage of a single topic for a full semester. Retakable w/chg in topic to 9 cr max. Prereq: grad st; grade of C or better in Chem 501(P) or 601(P).
Graduate-level treatment of theoretical principles and descriptive chemistry of the elements. Prereq: grad st.
CHEM 711 - Topics in Inorganic Chemistry: (3 units; G)
Selected topics of current research interest in inorganic chemistry are discussed in detail. Retakable w/chg in topic to 9 cr max. Prereq: grad st.
CHEM 724 - Electrochemistry (3 units; G)
Surey of modern electrochemical theory and applications to measurement of solution concentrations, rate constants, thermodynamic quantities, transport properties, and adsorption phenomena. Prereq: grad st; grade of C or better in Chem 524(P) or 621(P).
CHEM 726 - Topics in Analytical Chemistry: (3 units; G)
Selected topics which reflect current advances in analytical chemistry. May be retaken with change in topic to max of 9 cr. Prereq: grad st.
Discussion of name reactions and other synthetic methods of preparative significance used in organic syntheses. Introduction and modification of functional groups. Recent examples of application from modern organic chemistry. Prereq: grad st; a grade of C or better in Chem 345(P).
CHEM 741 - Topics in Organic Chemistry: (2-3 units; G)
Current topics in organic chemistry, e.g., organometallic compounds, bioorganic chemistry, non-covalent interactions, reaction mechanisms, alkaloid total synthesis or photochemistry. Offered w/1 topic (3cr), w/2 (2cr ea); if two, take one or both. Retakable w/chg in topic to 9 cr max. Prereq: grad st; grade of C or better in Chem 345(P).
CHEM 743 - Medicinal Chemistry: Drug Discovery/Lead Optimization & DNA as Drug Targets (3 units; G)
Major principles of drug discovery; focus on nucleic acids as drug targets. Counts as repeat of Chem 741 w/ Medicinal Chemistry I topic. Prereq: grad st.
CHEM 744 - Medicinal Chemistry: Pharmacokinetics/Enzymes & Receptors as Drug Targets (3 units; G)
Principles of drug development; focus on protein drug targets. Counts as repeat of Chem 741 w/ Medicinal Chemistry II subtitle. Prereq: grad st.
Application of kinetics and other physical principles to the determination of reaction mechanisms. Prereq: grad st; a grade of C or better in Chem 562(P) & 640(P).
CHEM 762 - Topics in Physical Chemistry: (3 units; G)
In-depth discussion of selected topics of current interest in modern physical chemistry. Retakeable with change in topic to 9 cr max. Prereq: grad st.
Fundamental principles of statistical mechanics, with applications to topics of physiochemical interest. Prereq: grad st; grade of C or better in Chem 661(P).
CHEM 767 - Basic Quantum Chemistry (3 units; G)
Basic postulates of quantum mechanics and consequences. Exact solutions for simple systems. Approximation methods for complex systems. Group theory and applications in organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry. Prereq: grad st; a grade of C or better in Chem 562(P), 564(P), & Math 234(P).
CHEM 769 - Surface Chemistry II (3 units; G)
Discussion of kinetic methods of studying reaction mechanisms with particular emphasis on catalytic reactions. Prereq: grad st; grade of C or better in Chem 768(P).
CHEM 780 - Modern Industrial Organic Chemistry (3 units; G)
Organic chemical processes-comprehensive emphasis on chemistry, polymers (preparation, properties, application), energy aspects, raw material supplies, impact on nation's and world's economics. Recommended for minor in polymer chem. Prereq: grad st.
CHEM 781 - Pulsed NMR Spectroscopy Theory and Practice (3 units; G)
Discussion and hands on practice of modern FT NMR approaches applied to analysis of chemical structure and dynamics in organic, inorganic, and biochemical molecules. Prereq: grad st; cons instr.
Discussion and hands on practice of modern mass spectrometry, with a focus on liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry (LC/MS) and LC/tandem MS (LC/MS/MS), as well as ICP-MS. Prereq: grad st; cons instr.
CHEM 798 - Scientific Glassblowing (1 units; G)
Techniques in design and maintenance of scientific glassware including low pressure systems together with consideration of the chemical structure and properties of common glasses. Prereq: grad st.
CHEM 900 - Chemistry Colloquium (0 units; G)
Weekly lectures on current research by members of the department and visiting scientists. Fee assessed for 1 cr. Required of all Chem grad students. Prereq: grad st.
CHEM 912 - Graduate Seminar (1 units; G)
Research problems in chemistry. Weekly papers and reports. Required of all candidates for advanced degree. Prereq: grad st.
Weekly discussions and reports on recent developments and current progress in analytical chemistry. Topics will differ each semester, reflecting current work of particular interest. Retakable to 9 cr max. No more than 9 cr may be accumulated in courses numbered 931-935. Prereq: grad st & enroll in Chem 993(C).
CHEM 932 - Advanced Seminar in Biochemistry (1 units; G)
Weekly discussions and reports on recent developments and current progress in biochemistry. Topics will differ each semester, reflecting current work of particular interest. Retakable to 9 cr max. No more than 9 cr may be accumulated in courses numbered 931-935. Prereq: grad st & enroll in Chem 996(C).
Weekly discussions and reports on recent developments and current progress in inorganic chemistry. Topics will differ each semester, reflecting current work of particular interest. Retakable to 9 cr max. No more than 9 cr may be accumulated in courses numbered 931-935. Prereq: grad st & enroll in Chem 994(C).
Weekly discussions and reports on recent developments and current progress in organic chemistry. Topics will differ each semester, reflecting current work of particular interest. Retakable to 9 cr max. No more than 9 cr may be accumulated in courses numbered 931-935. Prereq: grad st & enroll in Chem 990(C).
Weekly discussions and reports on recent developments and current progress in physical chemistry. Topics will differ each semester, reflecting current work of particular interest. Retakable to 9 cr max. No more than 9 cr may be accumulated in courses numbered 931-935. Prereq: grad st & enroll in Chem 992.
CHEM 990 - Research: Organic (1-9 units; G)
Retakable. Prereq: grad st.
CHEM 991 - Research: Chemical Education (1-9 units; G)
Research in chemical education. Retakable. Prereq: grad st