Chemistry (CHM), Physics
(PHS) and Astronomy (AST)
Dakota Wesleyan University offers a minor in chemistry and
a number of courses in physics, which provide a general background
for students seeking to prepare for careers in teaching, positions
in scientific occupations, or further study in graduate or professional
schools. Courses in chemistry and physics provide a basic understanding
of the components and processes related to the composition and uses
of matter. Understanding the physical parameters of our world facilitates
responsible action with regard to matter and energy and their uses.
| Chemistry
Minor |
|
| CHM 150 |
General Chemistry I |
4 |
| CHM 160 |
General Chemistry II |
4 |
| CHM 331 |
Organic Chemistry I |
4 |
| CHM 332 |
Organic Chemistry II |
4 |
| CHM 323 |
Qualitative and Quantitative
Analysis OR |
4 |
| CHM 320 |
Intro to Biochemistry OR
|
4 |
| CHM 341 |
Biochemistry I
|
4 |
|
Total |
20 |
7-12 Chemistry Education Endorsement
This endorsement requires a teaching major in 7-12, K-8 or K-12 and passage
of the appropriate PRAXIS II test. The following courses are only suggested
content in preparation for exceeding the minimum score of the PRAXIS II
series test. These classes are not required for this endorsement; see your
adviser or the education department chair for any clarification.
| CHM 150 |
General Chemistry I |
4 |
| CHM 160 |
General Chemistry II |
4 |
| CHM 323 |
Qualitative and Quantitative
Analysis |
4 |
| CHM 331 |
Organic Chemistry I |
4 |
| CHM 332 |
Organic Chemistry II |
4 |
| EDU 343 |
Science Content and Methods |
2 |
7-12 Physical Science Education Endorsement
This endorsement requires a teaching major in 7-12, K-8 or K-12 and passage
of the appropriate PRAXIS II test. The following courses are only suggested
content in preparation for exceeding the minimum score of the PRAXIS
II series test. These classes are not required for this endorsement;
see your adviser or the education department chair for any clarification.
| CHM 150 |
General Chemistry I |
4 |
| CHM 160 |
General Chemistry II |
4 |
| AST 100 |
Introduction to Astronomy |
3 |
| EDU 343 |
Science Content and Methods |
2 |
| PHS 210 |
General Physics I |
4 |
| PHS 220 |
General Physics II |
4 |
Pre-Engineering
Students seeking professional training in engineering
should consult with the institutions and departments of engineering
concerning the appropriate prerequisites needed for admittance and
for degree completion.
Course Descriptions
Astronomy (AST)
100 Introduction to Astronomy 3 hours S
This course is an introduction to heavenly bodies, such as planets,
stars, nebulae and galaxies, their formation, their structure, their
behavior over time, and the history and processes that make modern-day
astronomy possible. Students must be available for night-time observing.
General Education: Natural Science and its Methods–Physical
Science
Course Descriptions
Chemistry (CHM)
104 Chemistry and Society 3 hours TBA
The course acquaints students with the basic concepts of chemistry and
helps them to understand and cope with the problems in our society and
environment that are chemical in origin. Three lectures.
General Education: Natural Science and its Methods–Physical Science
113 Physiological Chemistry 3 hours F
This course introduces basic principles of inorganic, organic and biological
chemistry. Primary emphasis is on the chemistry of the human body. Three
lectures.
General Education: Natural Science and its Methods–Physical Science
150 General Chemistry I 4 hours F
This course provides an introduction to the laws of chemical combination
and reaction through the study of atomic structure, chemical bonding and
the geometry of molecules, nomenclature, the properties of gaseous compounds,
and the flow of heat energy in chemical reactions. Three lectures, one
two-hour laboratory.
Prerequisite: MTH 120 or consent of instructor.
General Education: Natural Science and its Methods–Physical Science
160 General Chemistry II 4 hours S
This course is a continuation of CHM 150. Students will study properties
of liquids, solids and solutions; chemical equilibria; acids and bases;
and thermodynamics. Three lectures, one three-hour laboratory.
Prerequisite: CHM 150.
170 Introduction to Chemistry 3 hours TBA
This course introduces the basic concepts of chemistry. CHM 170 is open
only to high school students in an approved DWU dual-credit program.
Refer to "Academic Programs" or contact the office of academic
affairs for further information.
Comparable to: CHM 150
172 Introduction to Chemistry II 1 hour TBA
This course expands on the basic concepts of chemistry. CHM
172 is open only to high school students in an approved DUW dual-credit
program. Refer to “Academic Programs” or contact the office
of academic affairs for further information.
Prerequisite: CHM 170
Comparable to: CHM Elective
299 Selected Topics - Basic 1-3 hours TBA
323 Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis 4 hours S08
Students will study quantitative analytical methods, principles, details
and applications, including the statistical treatment of data. Lab exercises
cover the qualitative analysis scheme in the first half of the semester
and more specific analytical problems in the second half. Three lectures,
one three-hour laboratory plus extra lab hours by arrangement.
Prerequisite: CHM 160.
331 Organic Chemistry I 4 hours F06
This is an introduction to the nomenclature, structure, properties, reactions
and uses of the compounds of carbon. Three lectures, one three-hour laboratory.
Prerequisite: CHM 160.
332 Organic Chemistry II 4 hours S07
This course is a continuation of CHM 331. Students will study the structure,
properties, reactions and uses of the compounds of carbon. Three lectures,
one three-hour laboratory.
Prerequisites: CHM 160 and CHM 331.
335 Introduction to Biochemistry 3 hours TBA
This is an overview of the primary structural molecules and processes
occurring in living cells.
Prerequisite: CHM 331.
336 Introduction to Biochemistry Lab 1 hour TBA
This is an overview of the primary techniques used in biochemistry.
Prerequisite: CHM 331.
341 Biochemistry I 4 hours S07
This is the first semester of a comprehensive biochemistry course
providing an introduction to the chemical and physical properties
of biologically
important molecules. Topics to be discussed in this course include carbohydrates,
proteins, nucleic acids, lipids and enzymes.
Prerequisite: CHM 331.
342 Biochemistry II 4 hours S07
This is the second semester of a comprehensive biochemistry course with emphasis
on metabolism, energy utilization and synthesis of biologically important
molecules.
Prerequisite: CHM 341.
360 Physical Chemistry 3 hours S07
This course introduces the basic theoretical concepts of the chemical sciences:
thermodynamics, chemical and physical equilibria, chemical kinetics and
the behavior of matter in the solid, liquid, gaseous and solution states.
Prerequisites: CHM 160 and MTH 210.
460 Independent Study 1-4 hours F,S
Students study selected topics in advanced areas, including projects, research
investigations and surveys of the literature. Hours and fees will be arranged.
499 Selected Topics - Advanced 1-3 hours TBA
Course Descriptions
Physics (PHS)
100 Physical Science: Physics and the Atomic Nature of Matter 3 hours
F,S
This is a project-oriented course explaining the fundamental laws of mechanics,
electromagnetism, heat and light without the aid of mathematics.
General Education: Natural Science and its Methods–Physical Science
101 Physical Science: Chemistry, Earth and Space 3 hours
F,S
This course is a basic study in physical science, including chemistry, geology
and astronomy.
General Education: Natural Science and its Methods–Physical Science
170 Introduction to Physics 3 hours TBA
This course introduces the basic concepts of physics. PHS 170
is open only to high school students in an approved DWU dual-credit
program. Refer to "Academic Programs" or contact the office
of academic affairs for further information.
Comparable to: PHS 101
210 General Physics I 4 hours F07
Students will study fundamental laws of physics as applied to mechanics,
heat and sound. Three lectures, one laboratory.
Prerequisite: MTH 130 or consent of instructor.
General Education: Natural Science and its Methods–Physical Science
220 General Physics II 4 hours S08
Students will study fundamental laws of physics as applied to light, electricity
and magnetism and be introduced to modern physics. Three lectures, one
laboratory.
Prerequisites: PHS 210 and/or consent of instructor.
General Education: Natural Science and its Methods–Physical Science
260 University Physics I 4 hours F06
This is a calculus-based course in the fundamental laws of physics as applied
to mechanics, heat and sound.
270 University Physics II 4 hours S07
This a calculus-based course in the fundamental laws of physics as applied
to light, electricity and magnetism. It also serves as an introduction
to modern physics.
299 Selected Topics - Basic 1-3 hours TBA
499 Selected Topics - Advanced 1-3 hours TBA
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