Department of Physical Sciences
Course Descriptions
Chemistry
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CHM 0100 - Preview of General Chemistry 0 Credit(s) 2 Equated Credit(s) Hours: 2 hrs. Required of all students who wish to enroll in CHM 1100 and do not meet the prerequisites. Lecture and workshop introduces chemical nomenclature, symbolism, structure of atoms and molecules, isotopes and atomic weight, simple chemical reactions and balancing chemical equations. Mathematics necessary for chemistry included. Critical reading of chemistry texts. Students receive intensive help with weak areas. Developmental Course. Corequisite(s): CHM 1100 |
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CHM 0200 - Introduction to Green Chemistry 3 Credit(s) Hours: 4 hrs. (2 hrs. lecture, 2 hrs. laboratory) This introductory course covers the basics in chemistry within the context of “green” principles and their applications. Laboratory modules explore relevant topics such as alternative energy, renewable resources, and environmental chemistry. Fulfills the CHM 1100 Prerequisite. Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MAT 9010 or MAT 9B0 or MAT 900 |
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CHM 1100 - General Chemistry I 4 Credit(s) Hours: 6 hrs. First of a two-semester lecture and laboratory sequence intended for science and engineering majors. Lecture topics include: atomic theory, stoichiometry of chemical reactions, types of reactions, introduction to acid-base, solubility, and reduction-oxidation chemistry, thermochemistry, quantum mechanical description of atoms, the elements and the periodic table, covalent bonding, molecular geometry, properties of real and ideal gases, liquids, and solids, and colligative properties of binary mixtures. Laboratory: An experimental approach to chemical sciences with emphasis on developing fundamental, reproducible laboratory techniques and a goal of understanding achieving precision and accuracy in laboratory experiments. Proper use of laboratory equipment and standard wet chemical methods are practiced. Areas of investigations include acid-base, precipitation, and reduction-oxidation chemistry, thermochemistry, ideal gases, spectroscopy, and green chemistry. Student must complete CHM 1100 Laboratory - Initial Student Safety Instruction & Certification prior to the first laboratory meeting. See Department of Physical Sciences website Chemistry Laboratory Safety section for information. Prerequisite(s): (1) MAT 9010 or MAT 9B0 or MAT 900 and CHM 200, or (2) MAT 9010 or MAT 9B0 or MAT 900 and Chemistry Ready Placement Score placing into
CHM 1100 or (3) Department Permission OR Corequisite(s): (4) CHM 100 based on Chemistry Ready Placement Score. Contact Department for Chemistry
Ready Placement information. |
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CHM 1200 - General Chemistry II 4 Credit(s) Hours: 6 hrs. Second semester of a two-semester lecture and laboratory sequence intended for science and engineering majors. Lecture topics include: introduction to kinetics, physical and chemical equilibrium, acid-base and solubility equilibrium, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, coordination chemistry, and introductions to nuclear, main group, and organic chemistry. Laboratory: An experimental approach to chemical sciences with emphasis on developing fundamental, reproducible laboratory technique and a goal of understanding and achieving precision and accuracy in laboratory experiments. Proper use of laboratory equipment and standard wet chemical methods are practiced. Areas of investigations include acid-base, precipitation, and reduction-oxidation equilibrium, spectroscopy, qualitative analysis, electrochemistry, and chemical synthesis. Student must complete CHM 1200 Laboratory - Initial Student Safety Instruction & Certification prior to the first laboratory meeting. See Department of Physical Sciences website Chemistry Laboratory Safety section for information. Prerequisite(s): CHM 1100; or Department Permission |
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CHM 3000 - Principles of Chemical Reactivity 3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs. Basic and advanced concepts of chemical reactivity, molecular geometry and electronic distribution in molecules. Topics include: Atomic theory, the periodic table, periodic trends and properties (with a focus on main group elements), bonding theories, Lewis structures and formal charges, valence bond theory, polar and non-polar molecules and bonds, resonance theory, molecular orbital theory: general principles; molecular orbitals for homo-nuclear and heteronuclear diatomic molecules, molecular orbital theory for organic molecules focusing on functional groups, principles of symmetry in molecules, chirality, isomerism, stereoisomerism, naming chiral centers; Newman, sawhorse and fisher projections, free-energy diagrams, reaction coordinates and transition states, reaction mechanisms: curved arrow symbolism, elementary steps. Prerequisite(s): CHM 1100 |
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CHM 3100 - Organic Chemistry I 5 Credit(s) Hours: 9 hrs. Modern concepts of organic chemistry includes: structure and bonding reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry, nomenclature and synthesis, and relationship between structure and reactivity of the functional groups representing the principal classes of organic compounds. Laboratory covers fundamental operations of organic chemistry including determination of physical properties, experimental reactions and procedures, basic instrumentation and analysis. Student must complete CHM 3100 Laboratory - Initial Student Safety Instruction & Certification prior to the first laboratory meeting. See Department of Physical Sciences website Chemistry Laboratory Safety section for information. Prerequisite(s): CHM 1200; or Department Permission |
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CHM 3200 - Organic Chemistry II 5 Credit(s) Hours: 9 hrs. Continued study of structure and reactivity of organic compounds including structure and bonding, nomenclature, synthesis, stereochemistry and reaction mechanisms of the important functional groups of organic compounds. Laboratory covers basic processes of organic chemistry, advanced instrumental methods, study of functional groups and derivatives and qualitative organic analysis. Select students may be introduced to research methods. Student must complete CHM 3200 Laboratory - Initial Student Safety Instruction & Certification prior to the first laboratory meeting. See Department of Physical Sciences website Chemistry Laboratory Safety section for information. Prerequisite(s): CHM 3100; or Department Permission |
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CHM 9201-4 - Research I-IV 1-3 Credit(s) Hours: 2-6 laboratory hrs. Planning and carrying out a undergraduate research project under supervision of a faculty member including literature readings, laboratory work, conferences with faculty member, and presentation of research results Prerequisite(s): Department permission |
Earth and Planetary Sciences
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EPS 3100 – Meteorology 4 Credit(s) Hours: 6 hrs. Fundamental physical and chemical structure of the atmosphere including weather, climate, meteorological instrumentation, and air pollution. Prerequisite(s): CUNY English and Math Proficient or Department Permission |
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EPS 3200 – Oceanography 4 Credit(s) Hours: 6 hrs. Factors that have a major influence on the physical and chemical structure of the oceans includes tides, waves, currents, oceanographic instrumentation and coastal oceanography. Course includes a laboratory component. Prerequisite(s): CUNY English and Math Proficient or Department Permission |
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EPS 3300 - Physical Geology 4 Credit(s) Hours: 6 hrs. Study of the nature of the Earth and its processes includes: mineral and rock classification, analysis of the agents of weathering and erosion, dynamics of the Earth’s crust as manifest in mountain building, volcanoes and earthquakes, recent data concerning the geology of other planets, field and laboratory techniques of the geologist. Prerequisite(s): CUNY English and Math Proficient or Department Permission |
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EPS 3500 - Introduction to Astronomy 4 Credit(s) Hours: 6 hrs. Concepts and methods of astronomical science, the early theories of the universe, astronomical instruments, the solar systems and its members, stars, galaxies, recently discovered objects, and study of modern cosmological ideas. Course includes a laboratory component. Prerequisite(s): CUNY English and Math Proficient or Department Permission |
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EPS 3600 - Planetology: A Trip Through the Solar System 4 Credit(s) Hours: 6 hrs. Introduction to the planets, moons and smaller bodies that occupy our Solar System, and to current Space Science research and technology. Topics include the origin and evolution of our solar system, the geological and chemical characteristics of the planets, moons, asteroids, comets and life in the solar system. Prerequisite(s): CUNY English and Math Proficient or Department Permission |
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EPS 3800 - Introduction to Earth Science 4 Credit(s) Hours: 6 hrs. The earth’s environment, meteorology, geology, astronomy, and oceanography. Field trips and laboratory work included. Prerequisite(s): CUNY English and Math Proficient or Department Permission |
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EPS 9201-4 - Research I-IV 1-3 Credit(s) Hours: 2-6 laboratory hrs. Planning and carrying out a undergraduate research project under supervision of a faculty member including literature readings, laboratory work, conferences with faculty member, and presentation of research results Prerequisite(s): Department permission |
Engineering Science
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EGR 2100 - Engineering Design 3 Credit(s) Hours: 5 hrs. For beginning engineering students, hands-on investigations and an appreciation of the importance of engineering in our society. In the laboratory, students will investigate problems relevant to the study of engineering, including mechanical, robotic and bridge design. Computers will be utilized for all relevant laboratory sessions. Lecture discussions will include preparation for the labs and discussions of approaches engineers have used to solve difficult problems. Prerequisite(s): CUNY English and MAT 900 |
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EGR 2200 - Introduction to Electrical Engineering 3 Credit(s) Hours: 4 hrs. First course in electrical engineering, includes: circuit elements and their voltage-current relations, Kirchoff’s laws, elementary circuit analysis, continuous and discrete signals, differential and difference equations, first order systems. Required for Engineering Science Majors. Prerequisite(s): PHY 1400 or Department Permission |
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EGR 2300 - Introduction to Engineering Thermodynamics 3 Credit(s) Hours: 4 hrs. First course in engineering thermodynamics. Topics include Zeroth Law and absolute temperature, work, heat, First Law and applications, Second Law, Carnot theorems, entropy, thermodynamic state variables and functions, reversibility, irreversibility, and availability functions, Ideal gas mixtures, mixtures of vapors and gas, and humidity calculations. Required for Engineering Science Majors. Prerequisite(s): CHM 1200 and PHY 1300 and MAT 1600 OR |
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EGR 9201-4 - Research I-IV 1-3 Credit(s) Hours: 2-6 laboratory hrs. Planning and carrying out a undergraduate research project under supervision of a faculty member including literature readings, laboratory work, conferences with faculty member, and presentation of research results Prerequisite(s): Department permission |
Physics
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PHY 0100 - Preview of General Physics 0 Credit(s) 2 Equated Credit(s) Hours: 2 hrs. Topics covered include: measurements mathematical background, vectors, motion in a straight line, motion in a plane, forces, work, energy, power, momentum, impulse and angular motion in a plane. Developmental Course Prerequisite(s): MAT 900 |
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PHY 1100 - General Physics I 4 Credit(s) Hours: 6 hrs. First term of non-calculus two-semester lecture and laboratory course in classical and modern physics. Includes study of mechanics, heat, hydrostatics and hydrodynamics, harmonic motion and waves. Physical principles are demonstrated and students receive hands-on laboratory experience. Recommended for students in liberal arts, pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-pharmacy, pre-optometry and allied health. Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MAT 1400; or PHY 1100 Skills Support, or Department Permission. Contact Department of Physical Sciences for PHY 1100 Skills Support information. |
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PHY 1200 - General Physics II 4 Credit(s) Hours: 6 hrs. Second term of General Physics. Includes sound, electricity, magnetism and optics. Laboratory sessions included. Prerequisite(s): PHY 1100 or Department Permission |
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PHY 1300 - Advanced General Physics I 4 Credit(s) Hours: 6 hrs. First term of calculus two-semester lecture and laboratory course in classical and modern physics. Includes the study of mechanics, heat, hydrostatics and hydrodynamics, harmonic motion and waves. Physical principles demonstrated and hands-on laboratory experience. Recommended for science, engineering, pre-medical and allied health students who desire a more comprehensive treatment than given in PHY 1100. Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): MAT 1500, or PHY 1300 Skills Support, or Department Permission. Contact Department
of Physical Sciences for PHY 1300 Skills Support information. |
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PHY 1400 - Advanced General Physics II 4 Credit(s) Hours: 6 hrs. Second term of PHY 1300. Topics include sound, electricity, magnetism and optics. Laboratory sessions included. Prerequisite(s): PHY 1300 |
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PHY 4200 - Ideas of Modern Physics 3 Credit(s) Hours: 3 hrs. The origin, ideas and scientific developments of modern physics including a brief description of Classical Physics, the Theory of Special and General Relativity, and Quantum Mechanics. Prerequisite(s): CUNY English and Math Proficient or Department Permission |
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PHY 9201-4 - Research I-IV 1-3 Credit(s) Hours: 2-6 laboratory hrs. Planning and carrying out a undergraduate research project under supervision of a faculty member including literature readings, laboratory work, conferences with faculty member, and presentation of research results Prerequisite(s): Department permission |
General Science
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SCI 2500 - Applied Physical Sciences for Allied Health Careers 3 Credit(s) Hours: 5 hrs. Lecture and laboratory course on chemistry and physics topics with direct bearing on health services. Includes: mechanics, electricity, optics, atomic energy, radioactivity, atomic structure, chemical bonding, chemical equations, behavior of gases, respiration and oxygen therapy, properties of liquids and solutions including hydrostatics and hydrodynamics, acids and bases, plus an introduction to organic and biochemistry and drug calculations. Student must complete SCI 2500 Laboratory - Initial Student Safety Instruction & Certification prior to the first laboratory meeting. See Department of Physical Sciences website Chemistry Laboratory Safety section for information. Prerequisite(s): CUNY English and Math Proficient or Department Permission |
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SCI 3700 - Developments in the Physical Sciences (with Laboratory) 3 Credit(s) Hours: 5 hrs. (1 hr. lecture, 4 hrs. laboratory) Basic concepts in the physical sciences and their applications in today’s technologically advanced world are presented. The impact that modern technology has on our physical environment is examined. Selected topics include: pollution, ozone layer depletion, global climate change, pesticides and chemicals in food, energy sources (renewable and non-renewable), and medical and military applications of technology. Students will engage in science through application of the methods of science (e.g. empirical, experimental and scientific method). Students will develop the ability to formulate strong, logical, science-based arguments, evaluate and discuss environmental issues, and test hypotheses to improve problem solving skills. Student must complete SCI 3700 Laboratory - Initial Student Safety Instruction & Certification prior to the first laboratory meeting. See Department of Physical Sciences website Chemistry Laboratory Safety section for information. Prerequisite(s): CUNY English and Math Proficient or Department Permission |
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SCI 5100 - Physical Sciences and the Environment (with Laboratory) 3 Credit(s) Hours: 5 hrs. (1 hr. lecture, 4 hrs. laboratory) An investigation of important topics that involve the state of the environment from a scientific perspective. This course will cover topics that include global warming, stratospheric ozone depletion, acid rain, the carbon and nitrogen cycles, chemical and industrial pollution, the impact of fossil fuels, nuclear energy, and treatment. The gathering, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of scientific data. The measure of selected physical, chemical and geological properties that influence the structure and function of ecological systems. Selected standard techniques used to observe, sample and describe natural systems. Student must complete SCI 5100 Laboratory - Initial Student Safety Instruction & Certification prior to the first laboratory meeting. See Department of Physical Sciences website Chemistry Laboratory Safety section for information. Prerequisite(s): CUNY English and Math Proficient or Department Permission |
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SCI 7000 - The Science of Nutrition (with Laboratory) 3 Credit(s) Hours: 5 hrs. (1 hr. lecture, 4 hrs. laboratory) Learn and measure the physical and chemical properties that influence the structure and function of the chemical properties that influence the structure and function of nutritional systems. Gain experience with practical applications of nutritional science. Practice the gathering, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of scientific data. Learn standard techniques used to observe, sample and describe natural systems Student must complete SCI 7000 Laboratory - Initial Student Safety Instruction & Certification prior to the first laboratory meeting. See Department of Physical Sciences website Chemistry Laboratory Safety section for information. Prerequisite(s): CUNY English and Math Proficient or Department Permission |
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SCI 9201-4 - Research I-IV 1-3 Credit(s) Hours: 2-6 laboratory hrs. Planning and carrying out a undergraduate research project under supervision of a faculty member including literature readings, laboratory work, conferences with faculty member, and presentation of research results Prerequisite(s): Department permission |