 | The University of Virginia record January 15, 1936 |  |
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, 2 courses.)
Professor Carter, Dr. Fink 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, 1 course.)
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 constitution and chemical changes which characterize
organic compounds, both "simple" and "mixed." Emphasis is placed
upon principles and reaction tendencies and upon the influence of conditions,
groups of atoms, etc., as factors in promoting and controlling reactions. It
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, 2 courses.)
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, 1 course.)
Professor Yoe and Assistant.
Chemistry B5: Undergraduate Research: Chemistry C1 corequisite.—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, 1 course.)
Chemistry B6: Organic Chemistry: Chemistry B1 prerequisite.—An introductory
study of Organic Chemistry designed to meet the prerequisites 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 experimental study
per week throughout the session. (Credit, 1 course.)
Professor Bird and Assistants.
Chemistry B7: Introductory Theoretical and Advanced General Chemistry:
Chemistry B2 and B6 (or B3) 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, 1 course.)
Professor Carter.
Chemistry C1: Physical Chemistry: Chemistry B4, B6 (or B3), 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 B6 (or B3) 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
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 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 (or B3) 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 in-inspection
trips are arranged during the year. Lectures and recitations, three
hours per week.
Associate Professor Hitchcock.
Chemistry C5: Thermodynamics and Chemistry: Chemistry C1 prerequisite.—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: Chemistry B4 prerequisite.—
Nine hours laboratory per week. Second or third term.
Dr. Small.
Chemistry C7: Physico-Chemical Methods of Analysis: Chemistry C1
prerequisite.—One class hour conducted as a seminar and four laboratory hours
per week. First or second term.
Professor Yoe.
Except by special permission Chemistry C2 and C5 are corequisite to all
D courses.
Chemistry D1: Atomic and Molecular 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 and
C2 prerequisite.—A course designed for students specializing in Organic Chemistry
and dealing largely with natural products, heterocylics, and other advanced
subjects. Occasional reports are required. Three class 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 relations
of statistical mechanics and thermodynamics, derivation of thermodynamic
data from band spectra, systematic calculation of thermodynamic data of
related substances, etc. Three class hours per week.
Assistant Professor Spencer.
Chemistry D6: Organic Seminar: A course required of all candidates
for the Ph.D. degree in Organic Chemistry. Participation for three years is
necessary for credit. One hour per week.
Associate Professor Lutz and Others.
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.
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.
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. Prospective graduate students
desiring admission to this laboratory should address the Director of the
Laboratory.
Chemistry D24: Analytical Chemistry, including Colorimetry and Nephelometry.
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. The fellowships are open to
men who have received a bachelor's degree from a college or university of
rcognized standing, and who have received thorough undergraduate training
in chemistry and physics. Preference will be given to applicants who have
studied the 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.
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