COURSE OFFERINGS
~ CHM
01 --
PREVIEW of GENERAL CHEMISTRY (0 crs. 2 hrs. -- 2 equated credits)
Lecture and workshop introduces chemical nomenclature, symbolism, structure
of atoms and molecules, simple chemical reactions and basic stoichiometry. Mathematics
and solution of simple verbal problems included. Critical reading of chemistry
texts. Students receive intensive help with weak areas.
Required of all students who wish to enroll in CHM 11 and do not meet the
prerequisites.
Corequisite: MAT 09 or equivalent
CHM 00500
-- Chemistry for Nutritional Sciences 5 crs., 7 hrs. (3 hrs. lecture, 1 hr.
recitation, 3 hrs. lab)
Principles of chemistry with applications to biological systems and processes.
Metric system, physical and chemical properties of matter, chemical nomenclature,
symbolism, atomic and molecular structure, nuclear processes, basics of chemical
bonding and reactions, stoichiometry, properties of the states of matter, solids,
liquids and gasses, chemistry of solutions, colloids, acids and bases and the
basic structure and nomenclature of organic molecules will be introduced so
students can proceed to organic chemistry in health-related fields.
Prerequisites:
Department permission and passing scores on CUNY Math Assessment Exam &
ACT in Reading & Writing. May be taken by any student.
+ CHM
11 -- GENERAL CHEMISTRY I (4 crs. 6 hrs.)
Two-semester classroom and laboratory course. First term introduces: chemical
equations, stoichiometry, chemical nomenclature, atomic structure, periodic
properties, bonding, (especially of carbon compounds), the gaseous, liquid and
solid states, phase changes, electrolytes, and the properties of selected elements
in relation to environmental problems.
Prerequisites: MAT 9 and either successful
completion of CHM 01 with a grade of "C" or better
or a passing score on the CHM 01 exemption
exam or passsing grade on Part III of CUNY Math Skills Exam. Contact
the Physical Sciences Department for information regarding the exemption exams.
CHM
12 -- GENERAL CHEMISTRY II (4 crs. 6 hrs.)
Study of chemical kinetics, equilibrium, acids, bases, salts, weak electrolytes
and pH, solubility, thermochemistry, electrochemistry, transition metal chemistry
and selected topics in organic chemistry. Laboratory experiments include classical
and modern chemistry methods.
Prerequisite: CHM 11
CHM
31 -- ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I (5 crs. 9 hrs.)
Modern concepts of organic chemistry. Includes: structure and bonding reaction
mechanisms, stereochemistry, nomenclature and synthesis; relationship between
structure and reactivity of the functional groups representing the principal
classes of organic compounds. Laboratory covers fundamental operations of organic
chemistry including determination of physical properties, experimental reactions
and procedures, basic instrumentation and analysis.
Prerequisite: CHM 12
CHM
32 -- ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II (5 crs. 9 hrs.)
Continued study of structure and reactivity of organic compounds including;
structure and bonding, nomenclature, synthesis, stereochemistry and reaction
mechanisms of the important functional groups of organic compounds. Laboratory
covers basic processes of organic chemistry, advanced instrumental methods,
study of functional groups and derivatives and qualitative organic analysis.
Select students may be introduced to research methods.
Prerequisite: CHM 31
CHM
81 -- INDEPENDENT STUDY (1-3 crs. 1-3 hrs.)
Independent study of Chemistry is developed individually between student and
faculty member and must be approved by the Department.
CHM
82 -- (1-3 crs. 1-3 hrs.)
This course is of a topical and pilot nature and is designed to meet the immediate
needs and interests of various student populations. It is offered for a maximum
of two semesters.
ENGINEERING SCIENCE
EGR
21 -- ENGINEERING DESIGN (3 crs. 5 hrs.)
For beginning engineering students, hands-on investigations and an appreciation
of the importance of engineering in our society. In the laboratory, students
will investigate problems relevant to the study of engineering, including mechanical,
thermodynamic and optical systems. Computers will be utilized for some laboratory
sessions. Lecture discussions will include preparations for the labs, selected
videos about engineering, guest spekers and discussions of approaches engineers
have used to solve difficult problems.
Prerequisites: Passing CUNY ACT in reading and writing
Corequisite: MAT 14
EGR
22 -- INTRODUCTION to ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (3 crs. 4 hrs.)
First course in electrical engineering includes: circuit elements and their
voltage-current relations; Kirchoff's laws; elementary circuit analysis; continuous
and descrete signals; differential and difference equations; first order systems.
Reguired for Engineering Science Majors.
Prerequisites: MAT 21, PHY
14
Corequisite: MAT 55
EGR
23 -- INTRODUCTION to ENGINEERING THERMODYNAMICS (3 crs. 4 hrs.)
First course in engineering thermodynamics, topics include: Zeroth Law and absolute
temperature; work, heat, First Law and applications; Second Law, Carnot theorems,
entropy, thermodynamics state variables and functions, reversibility, irreversibility,
and availability functions; Ideal gas mixtures of vapors and gas, humidity calculations.
Reguired for Engineering Science Majors.
Prerequisites: CHM 12, PHY 14
Corequisite: CP 51
EARTH AND PLANETARY SCIENCE
+EPS
31 -- METEOROLOGY (3 crs. 3 hrs.)
Fundamental physical and chemical structure of the atmosphere including weather,
climate, meteorological instrumentation, and air pollution.
+EPS
32 -- PHYSICAL OCEANOGRAPHY (3 crs. 3 hrs.)
Factors that have a major influence on the physical and chemical structure of
the oceans includes tides, waves, currents, oceanographic instrumentation and
coastal oceanography.
+EPS
33 -- PHYSICAL GEOLOGY (4 crs. 5 hrs.)
Study of the nature of the Earth and its processes includes: mineral and rock
classification; analysis of the agents of weathering and erosion; dynamics of
the Earth's crust as manifest in mountain building, volcanos and earthquakes;
recent data concerning the geology of other planets; field and laboratory techniques
of the geologist.
+EPS
36 -- INTRODUCTION to EARTH SCIENCE # (4 crs. 5 hrs.) +EPS
38-- PLANETOLOGY: A TRIP THROUGH THE SOLAR SYSTEM (4 crs. 5 hrs.) PHYSICS
+PHY
11 -- GENERAL PHYSICS I (4 crs. 6 hrs.) PHY
12 -- GENERAL PHYSICS II (4 crs. 6 hrs.) +PHY
13 -- ADVANCED GENERAL PHYSICS I (4 crs. 6 hrs.) +PHY
35 -- INTRODUCTION to ASTRONOMY (3 crs. 3 hrs.) +SCI
25 -- APPLIED PHYSICAL SCIENCES for ALLIED HEALTH CAREERS (3 crs. 5 hrs.) +SCI
37 -- CHEMISTRY, TECHNOLOGY and the ENVIRONMENT # (4 crs. 5 hrs.) +SCI
51 -- PEOPLE and the ENVIRONMENT (2 crs. 2 hrs.) +SCI 70 -- THE SCIENCE
of NUTRITION (3 crs. 3 hrs.) ~ Remedial Course
The earth's environment, meteorology, geology, astronomy, and oceanography.
Field trips and laboratory work included.
Introduction to the planets, moons and smaller bodies that occupy our Solar
System, and to current Space Science research and technology. Topics include
the origin and evolution of our solar system, the geological and chemical characteristics
of the planets, moons, asteroids, comets and life in the solar system.
First term of non-calculus two-semester lecture and laboratory course in classical
and modern physics: includes study of mechanics, heat, hydrostatics and hydrodynamics,
harmonic motion and waves. Physical principles are demonstrated and students
receive "hands on" laboratory experience.
Prerequisite: MAT 14 or higher
Recommended for students in liberal arts, pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-pharmacy,
pre-optometry and allied health.
Second term of General Physics. Topics include: sound, electricity, magnetism,
atomic and nuclear physics and optics. Laboratory sessions included.
Prerequisite: PHY 11
First term of calculus two-semester lecture and laboratory course in classical
and modern physics. Includes the study of mechanics, heat, hydrostatics and
hydrodynamics, harmonic motion and waves. Physical principles demonstrated and
"hands on" laboratory experience.
Corequisite: MAT 15
Recommended for science, engineering, pre-medical and allied health students
who desire a more comprehensive treatment than given in
PHY 11.
PHY 14 -- ADVANCED GENERAL PHYSICS II (4 crs. 6 hrs.)
Second term of PHY 13. Topics include: sound, electricity,
magnetism, atomic and nuclear physics and optics. Laboratory sessions included.
Prerequisite: PHY 13
Corequisite: MAT 16
Concepts and methods of astronomical science, the early theories of the universe,
astronomical instruments, the solar systems and its members, stars, galaxies,
recently discovered objects, and study of modern cosmological ideas.
Prerequisite: 11th year Math or Department permission
Lecture and laboratory course on chemistry and physics topics with direct bearing
on health services. Includes: mechanics, electricity, optics, atomic energy,
radioactivity, atomic structure, chemical bonding, chemical equations, behavior
of gases, respiration and oxygen therapy, properties of liquids and solutions
including hydrostatics and hydrodynamics, acids and bases, plus an introduction
to organic and biochemistry.
For Nursing Majors only
Prerequisites: MR2,
ENG 04 or satisfactory completion of BIO 10
or Department permission
+SCI 35 -- INTRODUCTION to MODERN PHYSICS # (4
crs. 5 hrs.)
A one-semester lecture and laboratory college-level survey course in classical
and modern physics; includes mechanics, heat, wave motion, electricity, optics,
atomic and nuclear physics.
Balancing potential benefits and risks associated with modern chemical sciences
in a technological society. Selected topics include: plastics, energy production,
nuclear chemistry, semiconductors, drug design, personal care products, the
earth as a resource, air and water pollution, ozone layer depletion, global
warming, acid rain and nuclear waste.
From a chemical point of view, course assesses what is known of the environment
and how to conserve it; the actions designed to expand that knowledge and its
use. Important contemporary problem of energy consumption and related pollution
problems, waste disposal, and recycling.
Note: This is a Basic Course. It does NOT require any prerequisite.
Increased food processing and addition of chemical substances in foods make
it important to understand the basic ideas of modern nutrition. This interdisciplinary
course is taught jointly by the Biological Sciences and Physical Sciences Departments.
Such concepts as biochemical individuality as related to nutrition for optimum
health are integrated with surveys of carbohydrate, protein and fat metabolism;
the role of vitamins and minerals in metabolic processes and their still-controversial
role in orthomolecular nutrition, food selection, diet during pregnancy and
infancy, special diets during illness, and the safety of the food supply. Students
are asked to analyze their own diet.
Open to all students in partial fulfillment of their science requirement.
# Recommended for Liberal Arts and Career students
+ Basic Course