Courses by semester
Courses for Spring 2025
Complete Cornell University course descriptions and section times are in the Class Roster.
| Course ID | Title | Offered |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 1008 |
Academic Support for CHEM 2080
CHEM 1008 reviews material presented in CHEM 2080 lectures and also provides problem-solving strategies and practice. |
Spring. |
| CHEM 1058 |
Academic Support for CHEM 3580
Reviews material presented in CHEM 3580 lectures and offers practice with CHEM 3580 material. Weekly review sessions focus on the most important topics covered in lecture and office hours held throughout the week are designed to help improve performance in CHEM 3580. |
Spring. |
| CHEM 1570 |
Introduction to Organic and Biological Chemistry
Introduction to organic chemistry concepts with emphasis on structure, reactivity, and mechanisms of carbon compounds relevant to the life sciences. Catalog Distribution: (PHS-AS) (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG) Full details for CHEM 1570 - Introduction to Organic and Biological Chemistry |
Spring, Summer. |
| CHEM 2070 |
General Chemistry I
Covers fundamental chemical principles, with considerable attention given to the quantitative aspects and techniques important for further work in chemistry. Main topics include chemical transformations and equations, periodic trends of the elements, electronic structure of atoms, chemical bonding, and the collective behavior of molecules. Catalog Distribution: (PHS-AS) (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG) |
Fall, Spring, Summer. |
| CHEM 2080 |
General Chemistry II
Covers fundamental chemical principles, including reaction kinetics, thermodynamics, and equilibrium. These principles are presented quantitatively and explored in the laboratory. Considerable attention is given to the quantitative calculations and techniques important for further work in chemistry. Catalog Distribution: (PHS-AS) (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG) |
Fall, Spring, Summer. |
| CHEM 2090 |
Engineering General Chemistry
Covers basic chemical concepts, such as reactivity and bonding of molecules, introductory quantum mechanics, and intermolecular forces in liquids and solids and gases. Attention will be focused on aspects and applications of chemistry most pertinent to engineering. Catalog Distribution: (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG) |
Fall, Spring. |
| CHEM 2510 |
Introduction to Experimental Organic Chemistry
Introduction to the synthesis, separation, characterization, and handling of materials, including chromatography, extraction, crystallization, infrared spectroscopy, and others. An experiment is performed the first week of lab. Students need to enroll in the course Canvas site and complete the appropriate pre-lab assignments outlined on that site before coming to the first lab. Catalog Distribution: (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG) Full details for CHEM 2510 - Introduction to Experimental Organic Chemistry |
Fall, Spring, Summer. |
| CHEM 2780 |
Methods in Chemical Education II
CHEM 2780 is the second teaching methods companion class to CHEM 2070 and CHEM 2080. CHEM 2780 students will co-lead weekly 2-hour review sessions; meet in 2-hour group meetings to develop and refine teaching materials; attend a 1-hour discussion class on a current STEM pedagogical theory; and assess teaching progress for 1-hour (all activities on a weekly basis). Full details for CHEM 2780 - Methods in Chemical Education II |
Spring. |
| CHEM 2900 |
Introductory Physical Chemistry Laboratory
Survey of the methods basic to the experimental study of physical chemistry, with a focus on the areas of chemical equilibrium, kinetics, thermodynamics, and molecular spectroscopy. Catalog Distribution: (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG) Full details for CHEM 2900 - Introductory Physical Chemistry Laboratory |
Spring. |
| CHEM 3010 |
Honors Experimental Chemistry I
Introduction to the techniques of synthetic organic chemistry. A representative selection of the most important classes of organic reactions is explored in the first half of the semester, augmented by lectures on the reaction chemistry and the theory of separation and characterization techniques. Catalog Distribution: (PHS-AS) (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG) Full details for CHEM 3010 - Honors Experimental Chemistry I |
Spring. |
| CHEM 3030 |
Honors Experimental Chemistry III
Introduction to experimental physical chemistry, including topics in spectroscopy and kinetics. The analysis and numerical simulation of experimental data is stressed. Catalog Distribution: (PHS-AS, SDS-AS) (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG) Full details for CHEM 3030 - Honors Experimental Chemistry III |
Spring. |
| CHEM 3570 |
Organic Chemistry for the Life Sciences
Study of the important classes of carbon compounds-including those encountered in the biological sciences. The course emphasizes their three-dimensional structures, mechanisms of their characteristic reactions, their synthesis, methods of identifying them, and their role in modern science and technology. Catalog Distribution: (PHS-AS) (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG) Full details for CHEM 3570 - Organic Chemistry for the Life Sciences |
Fall, Spring, Summer. |
| CHEM 3580 |
Organic Chemistry for the Life Sciences
The course emphasizes the important classes of organic compounds, with particular emphasis on their three-dimensional structures, mechanisms of their characteristic reactions, their synthesis, methods for their identification, and their applications in modern technology and medicine. Catalog Distribution: (PHS-AS) (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG) Full details for CHEM 3580 - Organic Chemistry for the Life Sciences |
Fall, Spring, Summer. |
| CHEM 3590 |
Honors Organic Chemistry I
The course provides an intensive introduction to organic chemistry as a solid foundation for subsequent study in the fields of chemical, biological, materials and physical sciences. Students will learn a set of important tools and concepts that will enable appreciation and powerful application of modern organic chemistry. Catalog Distribution: (PHS-AS) (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG) |
Spring. |
| CHEM 3880 |
Basics of Biophysical Chemistry
This course builds on principles of physical chemistry as can be applied to molecular biochemistry and cell biology. Topics include thermodynamics of solutions, equilibrium binding and kinetics of biomolecular processes, oxidation-reduction reactions and electrochemical potential of membranes, and spectroscopy to examine structures and dynamics. Catalog Distribution: (PHS-AS) (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG) Full details for CHEM 3880 - Basics of Biophysical Chemistry |
Spring. |
| CHEM 3900 |
Honors Physical Chemistry II
CHEM 3900 is a continuation of CHEM 3890 and discusses the thermodynamic behavior of macroscopic systems in the context of quantum and statistical mechanics. After an introduction to the behavior of ensembles of quantum mechanical particles, the laws of thermodynamics, concepts of equilibrium, and chemical kinetics are covered in detail. Catalog Distribution: (PHS-AS) (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG) |
Spring. |
| CHEM 4100 |
Inorganic Chemistry
Discussion of chemical bonding and reactivity with an emphasis on the transition metals. A "ground up" approach will be taken, building bonding models from atomic electronic structure to molecular orbital theory. Course will also introduce concepts germane to solid state chemistry, bioinorganic chemistry, and organometallic catalysis. Catalog Distribution: (PHS-AS) (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG) |
Spring. |
| CHEM 4210 |
Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry Research
Research in inorganic chemistry involving both laboratory and library work, planned in consultation with a faculty member. Full details for CHEM 4210 - Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry Research |
Fall, Spring. |
| CHEM 4330 |
Introduction to Analytical Chemistry Research
Research in analytical chemistry involving both laboratory and library work, planned in consultation with a faculty member. Full details for CHEM 4330 - Introduction to Analytical Chemistry Research |
Fall, Spring. |
| CHEM 4430 |
Introduction to Chemical Biology Research
Research in chemical biology involving both laboratory and library work, planned in consultation with a faculty member. Full details for CHEM 4430 - Introduction to Chemical Biology Research |
Fall, Spring. |
| CHEM 4610 |
Introduction to Organic Chemistry Research
Research in organic chemistry involving both laboratory and library work, planned in consultation with a faculty member. Full details for CHEM 4610 - Introduction to Organic Chemistry Research |
Fall, Spring. |
| CHEM 4770 |
Introduction to Physical Chemistry Research
Research in physical chemistry involving both laboratory and library work, planned in consultation with a faculty member. Full details for CHEM 4770 - Introduction to Physical Chemistry Research |
Fall, Spring. |
| CHEM 4810 |
Computational Methods in Chemistry
This course provides a broad overview of modern computational methods in Chemistry. Topics covered will include investigating the statistical mechanics of condensed phase chemical systems using Monte Carlo and Molecular Dynamics, quantum mechanical characterization of molecular energetics and structure using Electronic Structure Theory (Hartree Fock, Perturbation Theory, and Density Functional Theory), and time-dependent approaches to investigate chemical reaction dynamics and kinetics. Catalog Distribution: (PHS-AS) (CHPH-AG, OPHLS-AG) Full details for CHEM 4810 - Computational Methods in Chemistry |
Spring. |
| CHEM 4980 |
Honors Seminar
In the Chemistry Honors Seminar students will present their research in written and oral form. The course will also include a broader discussion of professional issues and life skills in the world of chemistry. |
Spring. |
| CHEM 5120 |
Capstone Research Project
Supervision of Capstone Research Project. |
Fall, Spring. |
| CHEM 5810 |
Computational Methods in Chemistry
This course provides a broad overview of modern computational methods in Chemistry. Topics covered will include investigating the statistical mechanics of condensed phase chemical systems using Monte Carlo and Molecular Dynamics, quantum mechanical characterization of molecular energetics and structure using Electronic Structure Theory (Hartree Fock, Perturbation Theory, and Density Functional Theory), and time-dependent approaches to investigate chemical reaction dynamics and kinetics. Full details for CHEM 5810 - Computational Methods in Chemistry |
Spring. |
| CHEM 6090 |
Nanomaterials: Chemistry and Physics
This course will provide a foundational background in the science of nanoscale materials, a research field that has been extremely active for more than twenty years. Simplified models of quantum mechanics, band theory, statistical mechanics, thermodynamics, and surface science will be presented. This theoretical background will be used to understand the structure and properties of inorganic materials, such as nanocrystals and nanowires, and organic materials, such as carbon nanotubes, graphene, and π-conjugated molecules. Previous exposure to quantum mechanics at the level of the Schrödinger equation will be assumed. The intended audience is first-year graduate students and upper-level undergraduate students in chemistry and related fields, including applied physics, physics, and materials/chemical/electrical/mechanical engineering. Full details for CHEM 6090 - Nanomaterials: Chemistry and Physics |
Spring. |
| CHEM 6250 |
Advanced Analytical Chemistry I
Application of NMR spectroscopy and high-resolution mass spectroscopy in organic chemistry, metabolomics, chemical biology, synthesis, inorganic chemistry, and polymer chemistry. Optional labs provide hands-on experience with NMR and MS instruments in the Cornell Chemistry Department and at Boyce Thompson Institute. Full details for CHEM 6250 - Advanced Analytical Chemistry I |
Spring. |
| CHEM 6290 |
Electrochemistry
Fundamentals and applications of electrochemistry. Topics include the fundamentals of electrode kinetics, electron transfer theory, the electrical double layer, diffusion, and other modes of mass transport. A broad range of electrochemical methods, techniques and instrumentation will also be covered. Additional subjects may be covered depending on class interest. |
Spring. |
| CHEM 6400 | Bioinorganic Chemistry |
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| CHEM 6650 |
Advanced Organic Chemistry
The course focuses on stereoelectronic properties of organic compounds, conformational analysis, reaction thermodynamics and kinetics, stereochemistry, reactive intermediates, and catalysis. Case studies will focus on applications of these concepts and corresponding techniques that lead to creative design of selective organic synthesis and mechanistic insights into complex organic transformations. A particular emphasis is on the development of chemical and mechanistic intuition that will facilitate the students' laboratory research efforts. |
Spring. |
| CHEM 6690 |
Modern Catalytic Reactions in Organic Synthesis
Catalysis is fundamental and essential to modern organic synthesis. This course will cover topics in transition metal catalysis, biocatalysis, photoredox catalysis, and electrosynthesis with a focus on reaction mechanism and synthetic applications. Topics of current interest are emphasized. Transition metal-based catalysts are invaluable in both organic and polymer synthesis. This course begins with an overview of organometallic chemistry and catalysis. Subsequent modules on catalytic synthesis of small molecules and polymers are then presented. Topics of current interest are emphasized. Full details for CHEM 6690 - Modern Catalytic Reactions in Organic Synthesis |
Spring. |
| CHEM 6880 |
Basics of Biophysical Chemistry
This course builds on principles of physical chemistry as can be applied to molecular biochemistry and cell biology. Topics include thermodynamics of solutions, equilibrium binding and kinetics of biomolecular processes, oxidation-reduction reactions and electrochemical potential of membranes, and spectroscopy to examine structures and dynamics. Full details for CHEM 6880 - Basics of Biophysical Chemistry |
Spring. |
| CHEM 7870 |
Computational Methods of Physical Chemistry
This course will introduce students to analytical and computational methods useful for graduate-level research in both experimental and theoretical physical chemistry. These methods will be used to explore interesting topics in quantum mechanics and statistical mechanics. The goal of this course is to bridge the gap between the analytical techniques taught in introductory courses and the computational (and visualization) methods required for modern research problems. Topics explored will include: scientific programming and visualization, numerical solution of the Schrödinger equation, linear and nonlinear optimization techniques, stochastic/Monte Carlo methods, and Machine Learning. Full details for CHEM 7870 - Computational Methods of Physical Chemistry |
Spring. |
| CHEM 7940 | Quantum Mechanics II |
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