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Course ID	Course
CHEM 409	CHEM 409 Thesis Preparation Course Credits: 1 In consultation with a faculty advisor, the student will propose a chemical research project, which will actually be investigated in the follow-up course, CHEM 410. The student must first do a thorough search of the relevant chemical literature. A specific project proposal is then to be formulated and presented in a written report. Prerequisite(s): Advanced standing in chemistry or instructor's consent.
CHEM 410	CHEM 410 Senior Thesis Course Credits: 2 The course follows up on CHEM 409; the research project that was proposed in CHEM 409 is actually carried out in CHEM 410. This is done under the supervision of a faculty member of the chemistry department. As a result, there are no lectures; rather the course is centered on the lab. In addition to the facilities at Trinity Western, other facilities may be utilized where possible and useful. The project will result in a written thesis and public presentation. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 409, a related directed study in preparation, or instructor's consent.
CHEM 411	CHEM 411 Senior Thesis Course Credits: 3 Students research a chosen area of chemistry and provide a final written report. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 409, a related directed study in preparation, or instructor's consent. NB: This course can only be taken by prior arrangement with the department chair and the Office of the Registrar.
CHEM 431	CHEM 431 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Course Credits: 3 This course looks at the chemistry of the transition metals. Emphasis during the first semester is on classical coordination chemistry, including stereochemistry, symmetry, theories of bonding and electronic structure in complexes. The second semester includes a variety of special topics in inorganic chemistry, such as organometallic chemistry, catalysis, and bioinorganic chemistry. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 230. (3-4; 3-0) NB: CHEM 431 should precede 432. Not offered every year. See department chair.
CHEM 432	CHEM 432 Organometallic Chemistry Course Credits: 3 Organometallic complexes contain organic groups bonded to metals in transition metal complexes. This advanced inorganic chemistry course explores the structure, chemical and physical properties, and reactivity of organometallic complexes. An overview of key ligand classes and typical reactivity patterns leads to exploration of catalysis reactions mediated by organometallic complexes and their resulting impact on human society. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 230. (3-4; 3-0) NB: Not offered every year See department chair
CHEM 461	CHEM 461 Chemical & Biological Nanotechnology Course Credits: 3 Nanotechnology is the use of science, engineering and technology for the design and implementation of protocols that lead to novel materials as well as devices on the nanometer size. The objective of this course will be to provide chemistry and biology students with an introduction to the principles that underpin the synthesis, Prerequisite(s): CHEM 103/104 or CHEM 111/112 and MATH 123; or instructor's consent. Co-requisite(s): PHYS 111 NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
CHEM 469	CHEM 469 Polymer Chemistry Course Credits: 3 A study of organic and structural aspects of several polymer families, physical properties including molecular weight and distribution, solution properties of macromolecules, kinetics of polymerization in free radical, ionic, and condensation systems. Stereochemistry of polymers. Application to the properties of selected synthetic rubbers and plastics. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 221, 222. NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
CHIN 101	CHIN 101 Introduction to Chinese Language & Culture I Course Credits: 3 A basic introduction to Mandarin Chinese for students with no previous knowledge of either Mandarin or Cantonese. The course focuses on speaking and listening comprehension, but also introduce reading and writing. With Chinese culture as a major component, students gain insight into the significance of China today and over the centuries
CHIN 102	CHIN 102 Introduction to Chinese Language & Culture II Course Credits: 3 A basic introduction to Mandarin Chinese for students with no previous knowledge of either Mandarin or Cantonese. The course focuses on speaking and listening comprehension, but also introduce reading and writing. With Chinese culture as a major component, students gain insight into the significance of China today and over the centuries. Prerequisite(s): CHIN 101, or Instructor's permission following a successful Mandarin Placement test.

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