An introduction to the theory and practice of organic chemistry. The course focuses on structure, nomenclature, physical and chemical properties of organic compounds and infrared and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy for structural analysis. Reactions of carbonyl compounds and alkenes are studied in depth. Prerequisite: 111 or 118. Enrollment limited to 16 per lab section. Multiple sections are offered at different times, as detailed in the Schedule of Classes. At the time of registration students must register for both a lecture and a lab section that fit their course schedule.

An introduction to the theory and practice of organic chemistry. The course focuses on structure, nomenclature, physical and chemical properties of organic compounds and infrared and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy for structural analysis. Reactions of carbonyl compounds and alkenes are studied in depth. Prerequisite: 111 or 118. Enrollment limited to 16 per lab section. Multiple sections are offered at different times, as detailed in the Schedule of Classes. At the time of registration students must register for both a lecture and a lab section that fit their course schedule.

Same as CHM 108. An introduction to environmental chemistry, applying chemical concepts to topics such as acid rain, greenhouse gases, air quality, pesticides and waste treatment. Chemical concepts are developed as needed.

Same as ENV 108. An introduction to environmental chemistry, applying chemical concepts to topics such as acid rain, greenhouse gases, air quality, pesticides and waste treatment. Chemical concepts are developed as needed.

Topics course. Enrollment limit of 16: In this museum-based course, chemistry is discussed in the context of art. We focus on materials used by artists and how the chemistry of these materials influences their longevity. Current analytical methods as well as preservation and conservation practices are discussed along with examples from the Smith College Museum of Art. Course meetings take place in the museum and consist of three hours of lecture, discussion and demonstration. Enrollment limited to 16.

This Global FLEX program will bring students to Kyoto University for a three week intensive study focused on Buddhist Studies, widely understood—doctrine, history, art and architecture, performing arts (tea, Noh), martial arts, contemporary philosophy, Buddhist psychology, ritual and contemplative practice, and visits to temples and other sites. Classes will be taught by a team of Kyoto University faculty and colleagues along with the Smith faculty member who accompanies the group.

This course emphasizes the tools and methods used to study the physical chemistry of biological systems. The laboratory will focus on the applications of experimental techniques in elucidating the principles of biochemical systems. Prerequisite: BCH 253 and CHM 224. BCH 335 is a co-requisite for the course and must be taken concurrently.

This course emphasizes the tools and methods used to study the physical chemistry of biological systems. The laboratory will focus on the applications of experimental techniques in elucidating the principles of biochemical systems. Prerequisite: BCH 253 and CHM 224. BCH 335 is a co-requisite for the course and must be taken concurrently.

The course focuses on the tools and methods used to study the physical chemistry of biological systems. Topics include thermodynamics and equilibria, solution properties, enzyme kinetics and membrane transport processes. Prerequisite: BCH 252 and CHM 224. BCH 336 must be taken concurrently by biochemistry majors; optional for others..

Same as BCH 317. In recent years, new methods have been developed for interfacing with biological systems at the nanoscale, enabling a range of new experimental approaches. Many of these techniques make use of repurposed or reengineered biological building blocks. As a class, we will employ the Design Thinking approach to investigate a complex biological molecular machine and co-create a detailed written experimental plan for answering previously inaccessible question about the machine’s molecular mechanisms.