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ChemistryFull Time Faculty: Ronald Brisbois, Paul Fischer, Rebecca Hoye (Chair), Keith Kuwata, Kathleen Parson, Kathryn Splan, Thomas Varberg Part Time Faculty: Amy Rice Laboratory Supervisor: Robert Rossi The chemistry curriculum is designed to serve three purposes: 1. To enhance and broaden the general culture of all its students by a consideration of some of the great intellectual achievements and current frontiers in the field of chemistry. 2. To lay the foundation for graduate study and professional careers in chemistry and biochemistry in the academic, research, or industrial fields. 3. To provide the training in chemistry necessary for those who plan scientifically oriented careers in such fields as biology, environmental studies, geology, physics, dentistry, and medicine. General Distribution Requirement All courses in the chemistry department count toward the general distribution requirement in mathematics and natural science except courses numbered 194, 294, 394, and 494 (topics), 300, 614, 624 and 634. General Education Requirements Courses that meet the general education requirements in writing, quantitative thinking, internationalism and multiculturalism will be posted on the Registrar’s web page in advance of registration for each semester. Additional information regarding the general distribution requirement and the general education requirements can be found in the graduation requirements section of this catalog. Major Requirements The major in chemistry consists of Chemistry 111 and 112 (or 112 alone), or 115, 222, 211 and 212, 311 and 312, 411 and 300 (4 semesters); Physics 226 and 227; Mathematics 137 and 237. The senior capstone requirement for chemistry majors is satisfied by participation in Chemistry 300 (Chemistry Seminar), which includes oral presentations during the junior and/or senior year. The Chemistry Department is on the approved list of the American Chemical Society (ACS). To earn the ACS-certified degree, students must have a Macalester chemistry major plus Chemistry 351 and one advanced chemistry course. In certain cases, advanced courses from other science areas or mathematics may be substituted for the advanced chemistry course. Students who complete the emphasis in biochemistry (see below) automatically meet the requirements for ACS certification. Students interested in ACS certification should confer with the department chair. Students interested in secondary teaching should consult with Professor Ronald Brisbois and the Educational Studies Department. Suggested Course Sequence for a Chemistry Major Fall Semester Spring Semester First Year Chemistry 111 or 115 Chemistry 112 or 222 Mathematics 135 or 137 Mathematics 135 or 137 Sophomore Chemistry 211 Chemistry 212 Mathematics 137 or 237* Chemistry 222* Physics 226 Physics 227 Junior Chemistry 311 Chemistry 312 (Chemistry 351) Chemistry 300 Chemistry 300 (Advanced elective) Senior Chemistry 411 Chemistry 300 (Chemistry 351*) (Advanced elective) Chemistry 300 **if not taken earlier Courses in parentheses are not required for a major, but a selection of one to three advanced courses is highly recommended, especially for graduate study in chemistry. Note that Multivariable Calculus (Mathematics 237) should be taken before enrolling in Chemistry 312. Enrollment in Chemistry 222 is strongly encouraged during the first or second year. Depending upon their interests and career goals, chemistry majors often elect to supplement their required courses with courses in mathematics, physics, biology, geology, and/or economics. However, chemistry majors have also taken second majors or minors in a wide variety of disciplines, such as classics, theater and dance, and music. The Chemistry Department supports Macalester’s emphasis on internationalism. Chemistry majors who wish to study abroad should consult with their advisor as early as possible. The junior-level courses in physical chemistry (311 and 312) can be taken in either order, so that students studying abroad in the fall of their junior year can take Chemistry 312 in the spring, followed by Chemistry 311 in the fall of their senior year. In some study-abroad programs, suitable chemistry courses may be taken that fulfill requirements for the major, but these must be approved by the department in advance. During their term abroad, chemistry majors are excused from the Chemistry Seminar (300) requirement. Requirements for a Major in Chemistry with added emphasis in biochemistry Students interested in biochemistry should consider majoring in chemistry with an added emphasis in biochemistry. Students choosing this option will have this noted on their transcripts as Chemistry Major with Added Emphasis in Biochemistry. To earn an emphasis in biochemistry, students must complete all of the requirements of the Macalester chemistry major plus Chemistry 351 and 352. In addition, Biology 260 and 265 must be taken. Advanced electives in chemistry or biology are encouraged. Students who complete the added emphasis in biochemistry also meet the requirements for ACS certification. Minor Requirements The minor in chemistry consists of Chemistry 112 or 115, 211, 212 and three additional chemistry courses, one of which must be 222 or 311 or 312. Chemistry 111 can serve as one of these three additional chemistry courses, but Independent Projects (614) and Internships (624) cannot. In addition, chemistry minors must enroll in the Chemistry Seminar (300) for two semesters. Honors Program The chemistry department participates in the Honors Program. Eligibility requirements, application procedures and specific project expectations for the chemistry department are available from the department office. Topics Courses 194, 294, 394, 494 Examination of a topic of general interest in chemistry, the topic to be announced in advance of registration. Recent titles have been Medicinal Chemistry, Chemical Physics, and Organometallic Chemistry. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. To be announced at registration. (4 credits)
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