SC111 - Foundations of Chemistry I

The first in a two-semester sequence presenting the fundamental laws and theories of chemistry. Major topics include chemical stoichiometry, periodic trends, atomic structure, chemical equilibrium, thermodynamics, nuclear chemistry, electrochemistry and kinetics. The lecture material is complemented with experiments designed to develop the student's laboratory skills. Naval applications of chemistry are introduced throughout the courses to provide an awareness of chemistry in normal Navy operations. 

SC111 - Foundations of Chemistry II 

This is the second in the two-course foundations of chemistry sequence. See SC111 for a general course description. In this version of SC112, naval applications of chemistry including body armor, corrosion, nuclear power, boiler water quality, aircraft deicing, and scuba diving will be emphasized. 

SC345 - Physical Chemistry I

This course explores physical and chemical phenomena with an emphasis on thermodynamics. An introduction to kinetics is included.  

SC346 - Physical Chemistry II

A continuation of SC345, with an emphasis on the quantum theory of atomic and molecular structure including spectroscopy.

SC361 - Integrated Laboratory III - Physical Principles and Quantitative Analysis

The course Integrated Lab III - Physical Principles and Quantitative Analysis examines the theory and behavior of molecules and ions in solution. These are studied in the laboratory by classical and modern instrumental methods of analysis. Quantitative laboratory technique is stressed and sampling techniques and statistical analysis of data are introduced. Experimental design and application of analytical methods to real systems is emphasized. Students apply these techniques in a laboratory analysis of their own design. 

SC364 - Integrated Laboratory IV - Advanced Lab and Seminar

This laboratory course emphasizes the theory, structure, synthesis and characterization of inorganic and organometallic compounds through application of a number of advanced techniques. Advanced synthetic methods include photochemical, high temperature and inert-atmosphere reactions. Advanced analytical methods include magnetic susceptibility measurements, EPR, Raman and high-resolution, gas-phase spectroscopy and fast reaction (stopped-flow) kinetics. In addition, a weekly seminar that includes discussions and presentations by faculty, student and distinguished visitors provides exposure to the wide-ranging scope of chemistry.

SC485D - Biophysical Chemistry (Majors Elective)

Biophysical chemistry is the study of biological systems through the use of theories and methods of the physical sciences. We will use fundamental principles to gain molecular and structural insights into the mechanisms of biological processes. 

SC495/496 - Chemistry Research Project

• Research in the Yates lab fulfills the Biochemistry concentration research requirement. 

Two-semester research course (Fall : SC495, Spring : SC496).  Midshipmen will work 6 hours a week (3 credits) in lab with Dr. Yates on her current research projects involving disease and functional amyloid proteins and barnacle adhesives.