Course Descriptions for Master of Analytical Chemistry

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CHEM 500 Advanced Analytical Chemistry
An overview of analytical chemistry with discussions of complex ionic equilibria, electroanalytical techniques including potentiometric, voltammetric, coulometric, and conductometric methods, ion chromatography, capillary electrophoresis and sensor technology. (3 - 0 - 3)

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CHEM 503 Chromatographic Techniques
Theory and practice of separation methods other than gas and high performance liquid chromatography. Topics to be discussed include size exclusion chromatography, affinity chromatography, thin layer chromatography, supercritical fluid chromatography, electrophoresis, high speed countercurrent chromatography and flow injection analysis. (3 - 0 - 3)

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CHEM 505 Spectroscopic Methods I
Theories of spectroscopic transitions and their applications in structural elucidations and quantitative analysis. Topics include ultraviolet/visible, infrared, Raman, nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy and mass spectrometry. (3 - 0 - 3)

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CHEM 506 Sampling and Sample Preparation
Techniques and devices for sampling in diverse media will be treated, followed by a discussion of sample treatment prior to analysis including isolation, concentration and fractionation of analytes and classes of analytes. (3 - 0 - 3)

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CHEM 508 Analytical Methods Development
A seminar course presenting analytical methods in complex matrices with emphasis on methods development and validation. (2 - 0 - 2)

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CHEM 509 Physical Methods of Characterization
A survey of physical methods of characterization including X-ray diffraction and fluorescence, surface techniques including SEM, TEM, AES and ESCA, thermal methods and synchrotron radiation methods. (3 - 0 - 3)

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CHEM 511 Project Management
The course will cover a wide range of business principles highlighting project management and the components of business that employees may encounter. The goal of the course is to help the student understand basic business principles and project management skills, help the student understand the application of organizational behavior in today's workplace and equip the student to function more effectively both independently and as a team in today's organizations. (2 - 0 - 2)

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CHEM 512 Spectroscopic Methods II
A continuation of the study of optical methods covering atomic absorption spectroscopy, atomic and flame emission spectroscopy, chemiluminescence, fluorescence, phosphorescence, light scattering and refractometry. (2 - 0 - 2)

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CHEM 513 Statistics for Analytical Chemistry
A survey providing sufficient statistical background for scientists. The topics covered include probability, statistics, sampling estimation, regression analysis, experimental design, data analysis and signal enhancement. (3 - 0 - 3)

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CHEM 515 Fundamentals of Separation Science
Fundamentals of separation science theory and concepts of separation science; and their practical application in solving analytical problems. Covered topics include chromatographic fractionation extraction and emerging methods for the separation and analysis of complex mixtures. (3 - 0 - 3)

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CHEM 516 Applied Liquid and Gas Chromatography
Introduction to the operating principles and applications of state-of-the-art LC/GC instrumentation and analysis. Topic to be discussed include the basic concepts of gas and liquid chromatography, optimization of LC and GC separations, and the diverse range of analytical applications amenable to GC/LC analysis. Prerequisites: CHEM 515. (3 - 0 - 3)

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CHEM 542 Polymer Characterization and Analysis
Overview of various characterization and analysis techniques in polymer science and technology such as thermal analysis, mechanical property measurements, chromatographic separations, techniques for the determination of molecular weights and chemical analysis of polymer additives in polymer research, product development, quality control, and in degradation studies. A general discussion on industrial problem solving using multiple characterization techniques. (3-0-3)

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CHEM 543 Analytical Chemistry in Pharmaceutical Sciences
This course is designed to compliment the current curriculum of the professional master degree in analytical chemistry. It is a review of the requirements a student may face as a professional chemist in a regulated industry. The course focus is on the requirements and common topics facing today's pharmaceutical industry. While individual agencies have specific regulations, the fundamental ideas of these regulations are largely consistent across the board. For example, an analytical chemist versed in Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) under FDA can quickly pick up the GLP's required by EPA. (2 - 0 - 2)

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CHEM 544 Colloids and Colloid Analysis
This course will begin a general overview of colloid science. This part of the course will introduce various types of colloids, touch on factors and conditions leading to their stability or instability, consider their evolution and will include a very limited discussion of the conditions under which they can form. The second part of the course will consist of a series of discussions of specific analytical techniques used to characterize colloidal systems, with particular emphasis on the physical characterization of the dispersed phase. (2 - 0 - 2)

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INTM 511 Industrial Leadership
Supervision and management practices are key to all components and sectors of industry. People are the key resources and their effective use is critical to a successful operation. As companies move to become high performance organizations, traditional management tools and techniques have to be reviewed and reconsidered. Skills covered include motivation, developing consensus, conflict avoidance and negotiations. Group dynamics along with handling of individual workers is critical. (3-0-3)

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COM 423 Communication in the Workplace
A study of communications relating to scientific, technological, and corporate structures. This course will help students develop workplace communication skills, including the ability to analyze situations, determine appropriate communications forms, write and revise work-related documents, and give oral presentations. (3-0-3)

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