SCHOOL OF CHEMISTRY
A fee of $20.00 and a breakage deposit of $5.00 are required for each course
involving laboratory work, and for research courses.
Chemistry B1: General Chemistry: The fundamental principles of chemistry.
The first term is devoted to an introduction to the atomic theory and
the chemical view of matter and a study of acids, bases, and salts. The second
term occupies a consideration of the electrolytic dissociation theory, oxidation
and reduction reactions, equilibrium, and typical nonmetallic elements. The third
term is devoted to an introduction to the chemistry of carbon, the descriptive
chemistry of the more important metals and a brief introduction to qualitative
analysis. Three hours of lecture and six hours of laboratory per week. (B.A.
or B.S. credit, 6 session-hours.)
Professor Carter, Dr. Bell and Assistants.
Chemistry B2: Qualitative Analysis: Chemistry B1 prerequisite.—A
course devoted to the study of systematic qualitative analysis. In the lecture
work special emphasis is given to the theoretical foundations of analytical
chemistry. Two hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory per week. (B.A.
or B.S. credit, 3 session-hours.)
Professor Yoe and Assistants.
Note: This course is specially recommended to pre-medical students who
wish to obtain more chemistry than the minimum requirement of the Medical
School.
Chemistry B3: Organic Chemistry: Chemistry B1 prerequisite.—An introductory
study of the compounds of carbon and their reactions, including the
application of modern chemical theories in this branch of the science. It meets
the requirements of those who enter Medical Schools and the advanced courses
in Organic Chemistry. Three hours of lecture and six hours of experimental
study per week throughout the session. (B.A. or B.S. credit, 6 session-hours.)
Professor Bird and Assistants.
Chemistry B4: Quantitative Analysis: Chemistry B2 prerequisite.—An
introductory course in volumetric and gravimetric methods of analysis. Nine
hours per week, including one lecture or recitation on the technique and theory
of quantitative analysis. (B.A. or B.S. credit, 3 session-hours.)
Professor Yoe and Assistant.
Chemistry B5: Undergraduate Research: To be eligible for this course
a student must have completed at least two of the three courses, B4, B6 and C1,
and must either have taken or be taking the third.—Properly qualified undergraduate
students are given opportunity to undertake an original investigation
of some problem in chemistry under the direction of a member of the teaching
staff. The student will be expected to devote to his problem a minimum of
nine hours per week throughout the year. (B.A. or B.S. credit, 3 session-hours.
Chemistry B6: Organic Chemistry: Chemistry B1 prerequisite.—An introductory
study of Organic Chemistry which is designed to meet the requirements
of other courses in the curricula leading to the degrees of B.S. in
Chemistry and in Chemical Engineering. Open only to those who propose to
specialize in chemistry or Engineering. Three hours of lecture and three hours
of laboratory study per week throughout the session. (Credit, 3 session-hours.
Professor Bird and Assistants.
Chemistry B7: Introductory Theoretical and Advanced General Chemistry:
Chemistry B2 and B6 prerequisite.—A course designed to give students
specializing in chemistry a more advanced introduction to the fundamental principles
than is possible in general chemistry. No laboratory. 3 lectures per week.
(Credit, 3 session-hours.)
Professor Carter.
Chemistry C1: Physical Chemistry: Chemistry B4, B6, B7, Physics B1
and some knowledge of calculus prerequisite.—An introductory study of atomic
structure theory, kinetic theory and the principle of the conservation of energy
form the foundations of the study of gases, liquids, solids, solutions and rates of
reaction. A brief study of the direction of chemical change is then followed by
the consideration of homogeneous and heterogeneous equilibria. Three hours of
lecture and six hours of laboratory per week.
Professor Benton, Assistant Professor Spencer and Assistant.
Chemistry C2: Advanced Organic Chemistry: Chemistry B3 or B6 prerequisite,
and C1 corequisite.—A systematic course of review and extension of
the facts and theories of organic chemistry from an advanced viewpoint. Introductory
discussions of special fields will be given. Particular emphasis will
be laid on mechanism of reactions, structure, and stereochemistry. The laboratory
work will consist of organic syntheses, quantitative and qualitative organic
analysis, and an introduction to the methods of organic research. Three hours
of lecture and six hours of laboratory per week.
Associate Professor Lutz.
Chemistry C3: Advanced Analytical Chemistry: Chemistry B4 prerequisite.—Lectures
and recitations on special topics, including various physico-chemical
methods of analysis and recent developments in analytical chemistry
The laboratory work varies from year to year and covers such subjects as
Rock, Ore, Steel, Gas, Coal, and Water Analysis. One class hour and six laboratory
hours per week.
Professor Yoe.
Chemistry C4: Applied Chemistry: Chemistry B6 and C1 prerequisite.—
The lectures and recitations in this course are devoted to the study of fundamental
principles underlying the more important phases of industrial chemistry,
including both theoretical and economic problems. A considerable amount of
collateral reading in descriptive industrial chemistry is assigned, and written
reports involving use of the literature are required. Better appreciation of the
quantitative relationships existing in the applications of chemistry is gained
through problem work paralleling the lecture material. A number of plant
inspection trips are arranged during the year. Lectures and recitations, three
hours per week.
Associate Professor Hitchcock.
Chemistry C5: Thermodynamics and Chemistry: A systematic study
of the application of thermodynamics in the solution of chemical problems.
Three class hours per week.
Assistant Professor Spencer.
Chemistry C6: Micro Organic Analysis: Second or third term.
Dr. Small.
Chemistry D1: Atomic Structure: An introduction to the modern theory
of atomic and molecular structure and its application in the study of the
chemical and physical properties of matter. Radioactivity, crystal structure and
an outline of the theory of atomic and molecular spectra are included. Three
class hours per week.
Professor Benton.
Chemistry D2: Special Topics in Organic Chemistry: Chemistry C1,
C2, and a reading knowledge of German prerequisite.—A course designed for
graduate students specializing in Organic Chemistry. It includes discussion of
such subjects as: Terpenes, molecular rearrangements, homo- and heterocyclics,
carbohydrates, proteins, natural products, alkaloids, drugs, dyes, electronic
concepts, and theories of reaction mechanism and valence. Individual
study of original literature and occasional reports are required. Three hours
per week.
Associate Professor Lutz.
Chemistry D3: The Kinetics of Chemical Reaction: A course designed
for graduate students interested in the field of reaction kinetics and catalysis.
Three class hours per week.
Professor Benton.
Chemistry D4: Selected Topics in Physical Chemistry: Conducted as a
seminar for students specializing in Physical Chemistry. The topics chosen
vary from year to year, and cover such fields as kinetic theory, photochemistry,
phase rule, electrochemistry, etc. Three class hours per week.
Professor Benton.
Chemistry D5: Advanced Thermodynamics: A course designed for
students specializing in Physical Chemistry, covering such topics as derivation
of thermodynamic data from band spectra, systematic calculation of thermo
dynamic data of related substances, etc. Three class hours per week.
Assistant Professor Spencer.
Research Courses: Graduate students may undertake original investigation,
under the direction of a member of the staff, in any of the branches of chemistry
for which adequate facilities are available, as indicated below. In every
case the student must satisfy the instructor that his preparation qualifies him
to pursue research with profit. Hours will be arranged in conference with the
instructor. In order that ample time may be available, no student will be permitted
to elect more than one laboratory course in addition to research.
Chemistry D20: Physical Chemistry, including Reaction Kinetics, Catalysis
and Adsorption.
Professor Benton.
Chemistry D21: Physical Chemistry, including Thermodynamics and
Electrochemistry.
Assistant Professor Spencer.
Chemistry D22: Organic Chemistry.
Professor Bird.
Chemistry D23: Organic Chemistry, including problems concerning synthesis,
structure, reaction mechanism and oxidation-reduction potentials.
Associate Professor Lutz and Dr. Small.
Note: Unusual facilities for special research in the chemistry of alkaloids
and drugs are offered in the alkaloid laboratory recently opened under the auspices
of the National Research Council. Graduate students of exceptional
ability may be admitted to this laboratory upon application to Dr. Small or
to Dr. Mosettig.
Chemistry D24: Analytical Chemistry, including Colorimetry and Nephel
ometry.
Professor Yoe.
Chemistry D25: Colloid Chemistry.
Professor Yoe.
The Chemical Journal Club will meet once a week (hour to be arranged
for the critical review and discussion of various topics of interest in current
chemical literature and of such chemical researches as are in progress in the
University. All members of the teaching staff and advanced students in chemistry
are expected to participate in these meetings and to take part in the discussions.
The Chemical Laboratory, recently completed, is of brick, fire-proof construction,
and the three floors afford 45,000 square feet of space. The seven
larger laboratories will accommodate 575 students, and in addition to these
there are numerous smaller laboratories for the use of the staff and advanced
students. There are also rooms for various special purposes, including three
dark rooms. The equipment is satisfactory for purposes of both instruction
and research. The laboratory maintains a working library containing about
5,000 volumes directly relating to chemistry, as well as complete files of the
important periodicals. A gift to the School of Chemistry from Mrs. Hamilton
Barksdale in memory of her husband, and from Delaware alumni and
friends of the University, provides an annual income sufficient for the adequate
maintenance of the library.
Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy: In addition to
fulfilling the regular University requirements for the Degree of Doctor of
Philosophy, candidates for this degree who select chemistry as their Major
Subject must give evidence of thorough training in inorganic, organic, analytical,
and physical chemistry, by passing written qualifying examinations in these
subjects; these examinations to be passed not later than October 15th of the
session in which it is expected that the degree will be conferred.
Fellowships: There are available each session a number of Service Fellowships
in Chemistry. These fellowships present the opportunity for graduate
study and research in Chemistry, accompanied by a limited amount of instructional
work. Holders of the fellowships will be expected to devote not more
than fifteen hours a week to instruction, leaving ample time for research and
work toward a graduate degree. On reappointment the required amount of
instructional work may be reduced. The fellowships are open to men who
have received a bachelor's degree from a college or university of recognized
standing, and who have received thorough undergraduate training in chemistry
and physics. Preference will be given to applicants who have studied calculus,
German, and French.
In addition to the Service Fellowships, a number of advanced Fellowships,
requiring no instructional work, are also available to students who have already
had graduate training in chemistry in this University or elsewhere.
Applications for Fellowships should be made before March 1, on forms
obtainable from the Secretary of the Chemistry Faculty.
