Chemistry Chemistry General Information 362. Taxonomy of Vascular Plants (5) S A study of the basic principles and concepts of vascular plant systematics with emphasis on the identification and classification of flowering plants. Prerequisite: Botany 298. Three lectures and two 3-hour labs per week. 364. Intermountain Flora (5) A (Odd numbered years) A taxonomic and ecological study of mountain, desert, marsh, and aquatic plants. Emphasizes important plants for range and wildlife. Prerequisite: Botany 298. Two lectures and two 3-hour labs per week. 370. Microtechnique (4) Collection, preservation and preparation of plant materials for microscopic examination. Prerequisite: Botany 298. Two lectures and two 3-hour labs per week. 411. Plant Form and Reproduction (5) S (Odd numbered years) The development and reproduction of the Bryophytes and the vascular plants. Prerequisite: Botany 298. Three lectures and two 3-hour labs per week. 425. Cell Culture (3) W (Even Years) Basic methods and applications for culturing plant and animal cells. Prerequisite: Botany 298 or Micro LS205. Two lectures and two 2-hour labs per week. 480. Individual Research (2) A, W, S Prerequisites: Botany 298, two upper division Botany courses, and approval of instructor. Course can be repeated. 483. Readings in Botany (2) A, W, S Prerequisites: Botany 298, two upper division Botany courses, and approval of instructor. Course may be repeated. 484. Thesis Readings (2) Literature search and evaluation, culminating in the writing of a thesis proposal. Prerequisites: Botany 298, 2 upper division Botany courses, and approval of thesis advisor. 485. Thesis Research (2) Independent research related to a student's approved thesis proposal. Can be repeated as long as satisfactory progress is being made on the thesis topic. Prerequisite: Botany 484 and approval of thesis advisor. 489. Cooperative Work Experience (1-9) A continuation of Botany 289. Open to all students in the Botany Department who meet the minimum Cooperative Work Experience requirements of the department. Provides academic credit for on-the-job experience. Grade and amount of credit will be determined by the department. Prerequisite: Two upper- division Botany courses. 490. Graduation Assessment (1) Final evaluation of the student's portfolio and taking of Botany graduation assessment examination. The course is to be taken the last quarter of the senior year. Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in courses needed to meet the minimum requirements for a degree in Botany. 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. Prerequisites: Two upper division Botany courses. 495. Advanced Field Botany (1-5) W, S A concentrated study of the flora of a specific geographical region or an extended, organized field trip under supervision. The course involves extensive pre- and post-trip exercises and evaluation. Prerequisite: At least one upper division Botany course and specified courses selected by the instructor for a specific field trip as indicated in the schedule, and with consent of the instructor. 497. Botany Thesis (2) Written and oral presentation of thesis research results and evaluation. Prerequisite: Botany 485. 499. Seminar in Botany (1) S Literature research and discussion. Prerequisite: Minimum of two upper division Botany courses and Botany 498. 503. Botany for Teachers (3-5) A, W, S Science content course for teachers in M.Ed. Science Emphasis Program. To register, select another departmental course and develop a contract detailing additional work required for graduate credit. Course may be repeated. Contract must be approved by instructor, department chair, and Director of the Master of Education Program. DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY Chair: Helen J. James Location: Science Lab, Room 502M Telephone Contact: Debbie Lacey 626-6952 Professors: E. Park Guymon, Helen J. James, Barry A. Lloyd, Bryant A. Miner, Spencer L. Seager, Michael R. Slabaugh, Robert B. Smith, H. Stephen Stoker, Edward Walker, Garth L. Welch; Assistant Professors: Todd M. Johnson, Pamela J. Stenberg Description The Department of Chemistry is approved and certified by the American Chemical Society. Two options are offered which lead to the bachelor of arts or bachelor of science degree in Chemistry. Option 1 meets all the requirements of the ACS and the graduates' names are submitted to the ACS and certified by the department. Option 2 does not meet the requirements of the ACS, but provides a good foundation in chemistry. It is suitable for such students as pre-med, pre-dental, etc., who need a sound chemical background. Option 2 can be completed in two academic years after the completion of freshman chemistry. A teaching major leading to the bachelor of science degree in Secondary Education, a departmental minor, and a teaching minor are also available. A two-year chemical technician program is also offered. This program, leading to an associate of applied science degree or a certificate of skill proficiency, is designed to emphasize skills required for employment as a technician in chemical laboratories. PROGRAM: CHEMISTRY MAJOR AND CHEMISTRY TEACHING MAJOR BACHELOR DEGREE General Requirements: • WSU Core Requirements (see index). • General Education Requirements (see index). • A minor is required. • Chemistry majors must have an average GPA of 2.00 or better in major courses, and an overall GPA of 2.00 or better. • Chemistry teaching majors must have a C or better in major courses, and an overall GPA of 2.50 or better. • 183 total hours are required for this degree, sixty of which must be upper division (courses numbered 300 and above.) Specific Requirements: Chemistry Major: Option 1 (ACS certified): • Minimum of 62 credit hours in Chemistry courses. Chemistry courses required: Chem PS 121 (5), 122 (5), 123 (5), 213 (5), 311 (4), 312 (4), 313 (4), 341 (4), 342 (4), 343 (4), 453 (3), 454 (5), 460 (5), 470 (3), 480 (2). • Support courses required: Math 211 (5), 212 (5), 213 (4), 321 (3); Phsx PS261 (4), 262 (4), 263 (4), PS264 (1), 265(1), 266(1). • Fifteen hours of German or 9-15 hours of computer language, or their equivalent, are recommended, but not required. • Additional upper division math courses are strongly recommended for students planning to attend graduate school and study chemistry or chemical engineering. Option 2: • Minimum of 51 credit hours in Chemistry courses. • Chemistry courses required: Chem PS 121 (5), 122 (5), 123 (5), 213 (5), 311 (4), 312 (4), 313 (4), 341 (4), 342 (4), 454 (5). • Chemistry courses to elect from (6-10 credit hours): Chem 307 (5), 343 (4), 453 (3), 460 (5), 470 (3 credit hours minimum). • Support courses required: Math 211 (5), 212 (5), 213 (4);PhsxPSlll (4), 112(4), 113 (4), PS114 (1), 115 (1), 116 (1) or Phsx PS261 (4), 262 (4), 263 (4), PS264 (1),265(1), 266(1). Chemistry Teaching Major: Minimum of 43 credit hours in Chemistry courses. • Chemistry courses required: Chem PS 121 (5), 122 (5), 123 (5), 213 (5), 311 (4), 312 (4), 341 (4). • Chemistry courses to elect from (3 courses): Chem 305 (4), 306 (4), 307 (5), 313 (4), 342 (4), 343 (4), 453 (3), 454 (5), 460 (5). • Support courses required: Math 211 (5), 212 (5), 213 (4); Phsx PS261 (4), 262 (4), 263 (4), PS264 (1), 265 (1), 266 (1) or Phsx PS111 (4), 112 (4), 113 (4), PS114 (1), 115 (1), 116 (1); Commun HU102 (3), Hist 341 (5), Zool 381 (4) Students obtaining a Chemistry Teaching major must satisfy the College of Education Certification Program. (See Teacher Education Program.) These courses must include the following: Educ 195 (1), 300 (2), 301 (4), 303 (3), 305 (3), 462 (4), 463 (4), 495 (15), 499 (3). PROGRAM: PHYSICAL SCIENCE/ MATHEMATICS/COMPUTER SCIENCE COMPOSITE TEACHING MAJOR BACHELOR DEGREE - (See program requirements in the Composite Teaching Majors section of the College of Education.) PROGRAM: CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENTAL HONORS General Requirements: • Enroll in the General Honors Program and complete 10 hours of General Honors courses (see the Interdisciplinary Programs section of the catalog). • Maintain an overall GPA of 3.3. Fulfill requirements for either Option 1 or Option 2 departmental major. Specific Requirements: • In fulfilling requirements for a Chemistry major take at least 18 hours of Chemistry Honors credit. • Complete a Chemistry Honors Senior Project in Chem 480 for a minimum of 2 hours; credit received in 480 may count as part of the required 18 hours. • A student may receive Chemistry Honors credit in the following courses: Chem PS 121, 122, 123,213,307,311, 312, 313, 341, 342, 343, 453, 454, 460, 470, 471, 480, 499. Permission from the department chair should be sought before registering in a course for Honors credit. A written agreement should be reached with the appropriate professor regarding the work expected for Honors credit. (See the Interdisciplinary Programs section of the catalog.) Student Services Interdisc. Programs Applied Science & Technology Arts& Humanities Business & Economics Education Health Professions Science Social & Behavioral Sciences 236 237 Continuing Education