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| Title | Offering | Standing | Credits | Credits | When | F | W | S | Su | Description | Preparatory | Faculty | Days | Multiple Standings | Start Quarters | Open Quarters |
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Paula Schofield and Andrew Brabban
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Program | SO–SRSophomore - Senior | 16 | 16 | Day | S 12Spring | The aim of this program is to apply fundamental knowledge and theories of biology and chemistry to practical, real world situations. The application of biology and chemistry has huge impacts on our society, particularly influencing our economy and quality of life. Cutting edge techniques and processes are continually being developed by biologists and chemists to produce the medicines, chemicals and materials we use daily. Products include pharmaceuticals - from synthetic drugs to gene therapies - used to prevent disease and cure illness; biocompatible materials for use in the medical field; fossil-fuel derived synthetic polymers (plastics, fibers, rubbers etc.); and modern "green" or "sustainable" materials that include biodegradable polymers. These products are widely used by the general public, as well as in a wide array of industries and professions: agriculture, sports, health-care, law enforcement, the military, automotive, food, etc. In this program we will focus on the practical applications of modern biology and chemistry, studying both small and large molecules, natural and synthetic. Based predominantly in the laboratory, students will learn the theoretical principles and relevant lab and instrumentation techniques needed to synthesize, isolate and analyze small molecules and macromolecules. We will examine small biological molecules as well as organic molecules, moving to important biological macromolecules (DNA, RNA, proteins) and synthetic polymers (plastics, fibers, biodegradable polymers, green materials). Theory and techniques of molecular cloning, protein biochemistry, biocatalysis, and transgenics will be emphasized, as well as synthesis and characterization of relevant organic molecules, polymers and green materials. Seminars on technical literature and student presentations will be significant components of the program. We will also discuss the professional biologist's and chemist's relationship with industry, government and universities, and examine employment opportunities for biologists and chemists. Students will be evaluated based on their laboratory techniques, laboratory reports, class presentations, and homework assignments. | biotechnology, biology, chemistry, polymer and material science, health science, education and medicine. | Paula Schofield Andrew Brabban | Mon Tue Wed Wed Thu | Sophomore SO Junior JR Senior SR | Spring | Spring | |||
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Dharshi Bopegedera
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Program | JR–SRJunior - Senior | 16 | 16 | Day | F 11 Fall | W 12Winter | S 12Spring | This upper division program offers advanced studies in chemistry to prepare students for graduate studies or a career in chemistry. Based on the theme "What do chemists do?", our classroom studies will be connected with the applications chemists encounter in their everyday work. In fall quarter we will study topics in quantum mechanics and descriptive inorganic chemistry. We will study simple quantum mechanical systems, apply them to solve simple chemical problems, and investigate how they can be adapted for more complex systems. In inorganic chemistry, we will explore atomic structure, simple bonding models, molecular symmetry, group theory and its applications, molecular orbital theory and acid-base chemistry. In winter quarter we will continue our studies in quantum mechanics to include more complex systems, and investigate the use of spectroscopy to validate the quantum mechanical theories. Inorganic chemistry topics will include the study of coordination compounds and the solid state. In addition, we will begin our study of thermodynamics by exploring the laws of thermodynamics that lay the foundation in this field of study. Spring quarter will find us doing in-depth investigations of the spectrometric methods, including a detailed analysis of the high resolution infrared spectrum of a diatomic molecule. We will continue our studies in thermodynamics with topics in chemical equilibria and kinetics. In the laboratory, students will work with a selection of analytical instrumentation. This will include an exploration of the physical principles as well as analysis of samples. Students are strongly encouraged to work with individual chemistry faculty on research projects during the course of the year. The results of these projects will be presented at the annual Undergraduate Research Symposium of the Puget Sound Section of the American Chemical Society. | chemistry, physics, physical science, health science, biological sciences, medicine, environmental sciences, and teaching. | Dharshi Bopegedera | Junior JR Senior SR | Fall | Fall Winter Spring | ||
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Dharshi Bopegedera
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Program | JR–SRJunior - Senior | 4, 8 | 04 08 | Day | F 11 Fall | W 12Winter | Students are welcome to study the advanced inorganic chemistry component that is offered as part of the program. In fall quarter we will explore atomic structure, simple bonding models, molecular symmetry, group theory and its applications, molecular orbital theory, and acid-base chemistry. In winter quarter we will study the chemistry of coordination compounds and the solid state.This is being offered for 8 credits in fall quarter and 4 credits in winter quarter. | mistry, physics, physical science, health science, biological sciences, medicine, environmental sciences, and teaching. | Dharshi Bopegedera | Junior JR Senior SR | Fall | Fall Winter | |||
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Dharshi Bopegedera
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Course | JR–SRJunior - Senior | 4 | 04 | Day | F 11 Fall | W 12Winter | S 12Spring | Students are welcome to study the quantum chemistry component that is offered in the program. In fall quarter we will study simple quantum mechanical systems, apply them to solve simple chemical problems, and investigate how they can be adapted for more complex systems. In winter quarter we will continue the study of complex systems and investigate the use of spectroscopy to validate the quantum mechanical theories. This will be followed by in-depth investigations of the spectrometric methods including a detailed analysis of the high resolution infrared spectrum of a diatomic molecule in spring quarter. | chemistry, physics, physical science, medicine, engineering, environmental science and teaching. | Dharshi Bopegedera | Junior JR Senior SR | Fall | Fall Winter Spring | ||
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Dharshi Bopegedera
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Program | JR–SRJunior - Senior | 4, 8 | 04 08 | Day | W 12Winter | S 12Spring | Students are welcome to study the thermodynamics component that is offered as part of the program. In winter quarter we will begin our study by exploring the gas laws and the laws of thermodynamics. In spring quarter, we will apply these laws to chemical systems and investigate heats of chemical reactions, equilibria and kinetics. This is being offered for 4 credits in winter quarter and 8 credits in spring quarter. | chemistry, physics, physical science, medicine, engineering, environmental science and teaching. | Dharshi Bopegedera | Junior JR Senior SR | Winter | Winter Spring | |||
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Peter Pessiki
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Course | FR–SRFreshmen - Senior | 2 | 02 | Evening | W 12Winter | Through a series of learning experiences, this course will relate general chemistry to everyday life in a manner suited for those with no science background. Learning experiences will focus on inorganic molecules, acids and bases, and energy. Each learning experience will consist of a mix of lectures, workshops, presentations, labs, and discussions. All students will be given the opportunity to make physical measurements, handle chemicals and glassware, perform chemical reactions, and learn how to put a calculator to use. | Peter Pessiki | Mon | Freshmen FR Sophomore SO Junior JR Senior SR | Winter | Winter | ||||
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Rebecca Sunderman
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Program | FR–SRFreshmen - Senior | 8 | 08 | Day | Su 12Summer Session II | Your body is a chemical factory. In this program we will explore several of these chemical systems including biochemical families, vitamin uptake and storage, blood chemistry, and immunochemistry. No previous science courses are required, but do come ready to explore the amazing world of chemistry within the human body. This program also serves as a great review for MCAT preparation. | health-related fields, teaching, chemistry, nutrition | Rebecca Sunderman | Wed Fri | Freshmen FR Sophomore SO Junior JR Senior SR | Summer | Summer | |||
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Frances V. Rains and Rebecca Sunderman
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Program | FR–SOFreshmen - Sophomore | 16 | 16 | Day | S 12Spring | This program brings together a variety of climate and energy issues occurring on Native American homelands. Students will explore the science and ethics of energy production and consumption, the environmental impacts of energy, and topics in alternative energy. For example, we will investigate the impacts of hydro-power on Native communities and cultures, while learning the science associated with this energy source. Students will also examine contemporary Native American struggles to resist cultural and environmental devastation to their communities, and their efforts to affirm tribal sovereignty and Indigenous knowledge. A solid understanding of these issues requires background in both the science of energy and knowledge of Native American Tribal sovereignty. We will approach our learning through a variety of modes, including hands-on labs, lectures, workshops, field trips, group work, research papers, and weekly seminars on a variety of related topics. | chemistry, physics, Native American studies, environmentally-related fields and science education. | Frances V. Rains Rebecca Sunderman | Freshmen FR Sophomore SO | Spring | Spring | ||||
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Benjamin Simon, Glenn Landram and Lydia McKinstry
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Winter Spring
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Program | FR–SRFreshmen - Senior | 16 | 16 | Day | F 11 Fall | W 12Winter | S 12Spring | This year-long, laboratory-based program will offer students a conceptual and methodological introduction to biology and chemistry with a focus on health and medicine. We will use organizing themes that link the science of human health with the economic, financial, ethical and legal issues associated with the demand and cost of medical research and public health care. Over the course of three quarters, we will study portions of general chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, general biology, microbiology, anatomy and physiology, nutrition, statistics, economics and management, and human behavior. Students will use scientific processes, quantitative reasoning and hands-on experiences to develop problem-solving skills directed at understanding these subjects in the context of human health. This program is primarily designed for students contemplating work in medicine and allied health fields, including nursing, physical therapy, midwifery, athletic training, nutrition and others. This program is also appropriate for students interested in public health or public policy who want a solid foundation in biology and chemistry or students who wish to study rigorous science as part of a liberal arts education. Program activities will include lectures, laboratories, small-group problem-solving workshops, homework, field trips and seminars. Our readings and discussions will be concerned with the economic, ethical and scientific aspects of human health as they relate to the global community as well as individuals. Students will undertake assignments focused on interpreting and integrating the topics covered. During spring quarter, students will participate in small-group collaboration on a scientific investigation relevant to the program content. Project topics will be developed under the direction of the faculty and students will describe the results of this research through formal writing and public presentation. All program work will emphasize quantitative reasoning, critical thinking and development of proficiency in scientific writing and speaking skills. Upon completion of this program students will have gained some of the prerequisites necessary for careers in the allied health fields and public health administration. Students will also be prepared for further studies in upper division science. Students who master the biology and chemistry work in this program will be prepared to enroll in the Molecule to Organism program. Students preparing for medical school will likely need further coursework in inorganic or general chemistry to fulfill prerequisites for medical school. Overall, we expect students to end the program in the spring with a working knowledge of scientific, social and economic principles relating to human health and public health care. We also expect that they will have gained an ability to apply these principles to solving real world problems relating to natural science, disease and human health. | medicine and allied health fields, and public health administration. | Benjamin Simon Glenn Landram Lydia McKinstry | Freshmen FR Sophomore SO Junior JR Senior SR | Fall | Fall Winter Spring | ||
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Peter Pessiki
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Program | FR–SRFreshmen - Senior | 8 | 08 | Evening | F 11 Fall | W 12Winter | S 12Spring | This year-long program in general chemistry provides prerequisites for many studies in science, health, and medicine as well as basic laboratory science for students seeking a well-rounded liberal arts education. Emphasis in fall quarter will be placed on calculations involving conversions, molar quantities, and thermodynamics. Understanding atoms in terms of subatomic particles, chemical reactivity of inorganic compounds, and the gas laws will also be covered. We will end with an in-depth investigation of atomic structure and periodicity. In the laboratory, students will routinely utilize a variety of scientific glassware and equipment and be taught how to handle chemicals safely. Students will also learn to be observant of chemical changes and to make precise physical measurements. Relevant scientific literature is introduced and often used to retrieve needed physical data. Winter quarter will start with a thorough investigation of how atoms unite to form molecules with a focus on covalent bonding. Next we will focus on the role of intermolecular forces in liquids and solids. This will be followed by chemical kinetics and an in-depth investigation of equilibrium. We will end the quarter with an introduction to acid-base chemistry. Labs will include titrations, crystal growth, pH titrations, and absorption spectroscopy. An introduction to chemical instrumentation will be incorporated into lab exercises, and students will be required to utilize chemical drawing programs. Spring quarter will continue with acid-base chemistry, pH, and polyprotic acids. Next we will look at buffers and complex ion equilibria. We then will cover entropy and free energy followed by an introduction to electrochemistry and electrochemical cells. Our final few weeks will be spent investigating a wide range of topics including transition metals and the crystal field model, nuclear chemistry, and other selected topics. The lab portion of the class will include buffer making, electrochemical measurements, and the use of ion exchange columns. In addition, students will be expected to partake in the on-campus Science Carnival as well as attend a locally held science conference. | science, medicine | Peter Pessiki | Tue Thu | Freshmen FR Sophomore SO Junior JR Senior SR | Fall | Fall Winter Spring | |
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Dharshi Bopegedera
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Program | FR–SRFreshmen - Senior | 8 | 08 | Day | Su 12Summer Session I | We will begin the study of general chemistry by exploring the structure of the atom and the nature of the chemical bond and then proceed towards an understanding of molecular geometry. This will lead us to discussions of the periodic table, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, and properties of gases. Time permitting other topics such as thermochemistry and kinetics may be explored.In the laboratory we will work to develop the skills needed to be successful in a chemistry lab. In particular we will focus on measurements, preparing solutions, titrations, and spectroscopy. | Dharshi Bopegedera | Tue Wed Thu | Freshmen FR Sophomore SO Junior JR Senior SR | Summer | Summer | ||||
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Lydia McKinstry
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Program | FR–SRFreshmen - Senior | 8 | 08 | Day | Su 12Summer Session II | This course is designed to offer the equivalent of the second half of a year-long course in general chemistry. The topics to be presented will include thermochemistry, properties and physical changes of matter, solution chemistry, kinetics, thermodynamics, chemical equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, and aqueous equilibria. Additional topics in electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, and coordination chemistry may be presented if time permits. Course activities will include lectures, small-group problem-solving workshops, and laboratories. Laboratory work will build upon the skills learned in General Chemistry I, and provide hands-on experience with additional methods relevant to the topics presented in lecture. | Lydia McKinstry | Tue Wed Thu | Freshmen FR Sophomore SO Junior JR Senior SR | Summer | Summer | ||||
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Martin Beagle and Erin Martin
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Winter
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Program | FR–SRFreshmen - Senior | 16 | 16 | Day | F 11 Fall | W 12Winter | This program offers an integrated study of biology and chemistry that serves as an introduction to the concepts, theories, and structures which underlie all the natural sciences. Students in this program will develop foundational scientific skills and an appreciation for the human dimensions of science. Emphasis will be placed on developing ways of thinking and methods of analysis. Further details about specific themes and topics will be added in the coming weeks. In fall quarter, we will structure our weekly learning around coordinated sequences of core modules that include lectures, workshops, laboratory and/or field work, and seminar. Much of the time will be spent in workshops where students are expected to collaborate in small groups, solving problems and discussing concepts to acquire confidence in their knowledge and real facility with scientific principles. Laboratory work that closely parallels and amplifies the core material will be an integral part of the program. Seminar will enable us to apply our growing understanding of scientific principles and methodology to societal issues, such as the impact of geoduck aquaculture on water quality and aquatic communities; the debate over unpasteurized dairy products for public consumption; and the commercial pursuit of genetically modified organisms. We will emphasize analysis of the issues through reading, discussion, and writing. All students are expected to take part in all of these core activities, but students may participate more intensively in areas of special interest through additional lab work or readings. We will continue with this format in winter quarter. In addition, students will work in small groups on a research project that allows them to pursue questions sparked by their curiosity about the natural world and provides hands-on experience in scientific method. Students who successfully complete the program will have a solid background in general biology and general chemistry. They will have also practical experience in scientific method and improved abilities to reason critically. Students who successfully complete this program will be prepared for more advanced study in science programs such as Molecule to Organism or Environmental Analysis. The main prerequisite is an eagerness to work hard and to explore the “real life” applications of the scientific method. Students should also be competent in high school algebra. | biology, chemistry, environmental studies, geology, and health professions. | Martin Beagle Erin Martin | Freshmen FR Sophomore SO Junior JR Senior SR | Fall | Fall Winter | |||
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David McAvity and Rebecca Sunderman
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Winter Spring
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Program | FR–SRFreshmen - Senior | 16 | 16 | Day | F 11 Fall | W 12Winter | S 12Spring | Careful observation of the natural world reveals an underlying order, which scientists try to understand and explain through model building and experimentation. Physical scientists seek to reveal the fundamental nature of matter, its composition, and its interactions. This program lays the foundation for doing this work. Students will study a full year of general chemistry, calculus and calculus-based physics through lectures, small group workshops, labs, seminars and field trips. The material will be closely integrated thematically. In fall the focus will be on motion and energetics. In winter we'll explore the interactions of science, technology and society. Spring quarter will further delve into topics in modern physics and mathematical modeling. | chemistry, engineering, mathematics, medical fields, physics and teaching. | David McAvity Rebecca Sunderman | Freshmen FR Sophomore SO Junior JR Senior SR | Fall | Fall Winter Spring | ||
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James Neitzel, Steven Verhey and Michael Paros
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Program | SO–SRSophomore - Senior | 16 | 16 | Day | F 11 Fall | W 12Winter | S 12Spring | biology, chemistry, education, medicine, pharmacy and health science. | James Neitzel Steven Verhey Michael Paros | Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri | Sophomore SO Junior JR Senior SR | Fall | Fall Winter Spring | ||
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Peter Pessiki
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Program | FR–SRFreshmen - Senior | 8, 12 | 08 12 | Day | Su 12Summer Full | This upper-division program provides 8 credits of lecture and 4 credits of lab. Lectures will begin with an overview of the chemical bonding theories relevant to organic molecules. Reactivity, preparation, and physical properties of organic compounds will be the bulk of the lecture material that follows, with an emphasis on functional groups that are relevant to biological systems. Organic reagents, reaction mechanisms, acid-base chemistry, and stereochemistry will also be covered. The theory of NMR, IR, and absorption spectroscopy will be incorporated into lectureIn lab, students will perform experiments utilizing techniques such as pH dependent extractions, fractional and steam distillations, and column chromatography. Opportunity to operate refractometers and GC instrumentation interfaced with computers will be made available. Natural product isolation and some synthesis will be performed. An introduction to the scientific literature/resources and LD-50 values will be incorporated into the lab and a lab notebook will be expected. Advanced natural product isolation is possible.Students registering for 12 credits will attend lecture and lab. Students may register for 8 credits to only attend lecture. | chemisty, medicine, physical sciences, education | Peter Pessiki | Mon Tue Wed Thu | Freshmen FR Sophomore SO Junior JR Senior SR | Summer | Summer | |||
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Lalita Calabria and Peter Pessiki
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Program | FR–SRFreshmen - Senior | 8 | 08 | Evening and Weekend | S 12Spring | Plants produce an outstanding number of chemical compounds that function as protection against pests, as colorings, as scent attractants, as hormones, and more. Many of these compounds have proven to be important for human survival and are utilized by humans for food, medicine, poison, and spiritual ceremony. This program will explore plants and the chemicals produced by these plants that humans find useful. We will utilize lectures, labs, and fieldwork to focus on the botany and chemistry of these productive plants. The chemistry lectures will be based on classes of chemical constituents, and the botany lectures will outline the taxonomy, ethnobotany, and chemical ecology of the major groups of plants as it relates to their chemistry (chemotaxonomy). Labs will focus on learning how to isolate plant chemicals using techniques such as soxhlet extraction, column chromatography, and distillation. The fieldwork component will take advantage of our unique campus setting and may include wildcrafting, some kitchen-based labs, and utilizing the many gardens on campus in a variety of ways. | Lalita Calabria Peter Pessiki | Mon Wed Sat | Freshmen FR Sophomore SO Junior JR Senior SR | Spring | Spring | ||||
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Paula Schofield and Andrew Brabban
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Program | FR ONLYFreshmen Only | 16 | 16 | Day | F 11 Fall | W 12Winter | Are you curious about the world around you? Would you like to really understand "buzz terms" the media uses such as sustainability, green materials, climate change, the water crisis, the energy debate, genetic engineering, DNA fingerprinting and cloning? How can we believe what we are being told? What is the evidence? How is scientific data actually collected, and what analytical methods and instrumentation are being used? Are the correct conclusions being drawn? As responsible citizens we should know the answers to these questions.In this two-quarter program we will use various themes to demystify the hype surrounding popular myths, critically examine the data, and use scientific reasoning and experimental design to come to our own conclusions. In fall quarter we will study "water" and "energy" as themes to examine our environment, considering local, nationwide and global water issues. We will also examine current energy use and demand, critically assessing various sources of energy: fossil fuels, nuclear, hydropower, etc. We will begin the program on , one week before the regularly scheduled start of fall quarter (during Orientation Week). This will enable us to prepare for an extended field trip the following week by beginning our study of energy, and to establish our learning community. The field trip, to Eastern Washington, will be a unique opportunity to visit Hanford Nuclear Facilty and Grand Coulee Dam. Personalized tours at each will include the B-Reactor at Hanford, the world's first full-scale nuclear reactor which produced the plutonium used in the "Fat Man" bomb dropped over Nagasaki, Japan, in August of 1945, and at Grand Coulee, the largest hydropower producer in the United States. On this trip we will also learn key field science techniques: how to take measurements in the field, collect samples for laboratory analysis, and identify and precisely determine the concentrations of nutrients and pollutants. In winter quarter we will use "natural and synthetic materials" as a theme to study petrochemical plastics, biodegradable plastics and other sustainable materials, biomedical polymers, as well as key biological materials such as proteins and DNA. We will carefully examine the properties of these materials in the laboratory and study their role in the real world. "Forensics" will be our final theme, learning techniques such as DNA fingerprinting, blood spatter analysis and ballistics, as well as other modern forensic procedures. We will gather our own data from mock crime scenes to practice these techniques. Winter quarter will culminate in a student-originated and designed research project.In this field- and lab-based program, scientific analysis—rather than conjecture or gut-feeling—will be the foundation of our work. Throughout our studies we will use and apply state-of-the-art scientific instrumentation. Other class activities will include small group problem-solving workshops, seminars and lectures. | environmental and laboratory sciences, the liberal arts and education. | Paula Schofield Andrew Brabban | Mon Tue Wed Thu | Freshmen FR | Fall | Fall Winter | ||
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Paul Butler and Dylan Fischer
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Program | JR–SRJunior - Senior | 16 | 16 | Day | F 11 Fall | Temperate rainforests are poorly understood and highly valued ecosystems of the Pacific Northwest and other coastal landscapes around the world. This type of ecosystem supports complex interactions among constituents of the atmosphere, the forest and the underlying geology. By focusing on the biogeochemistry and nutrient cycling of the forest, we will understand the interplay between the biotic and abiotic components of these ecosystems. We will examine the pools and fluxes of organic and inorganic nutrients as well as the processes that link them. We will examine forest ecosystem science in temperate rainforests worldwide, and our lectures and field labs will emphasize the temperate rainforests of the Olympic Peninsula, with a three-day field trip at the beginning of the quarter. Students will gain field experience with group independent studies on campus and at remote sites. Students will acquire experience with various sampling techniques that are used measure nitrogen, water, and carbon in forested ecosystems in a single, intensive, multiple-week lab exercise on forest biogeochemistry. Weekly seminars will focus on reading a major forest-ecology textbook and and understanding scientific articles from the primary literature. Each student will develop a scientific research proposal throughout the quarter that requires the development of research and quantitative skills. Finally, controversy over forest management is an integral component of human interactions with modern temperate rainforests. We will explore current and past controversies in forest ecology related to old-growth forests, spotted owls and other endangered species, sustainable forestry, and biofuels. We will also visit local second growth forests to examine the impacts of sustainable forest management on temperate rainforest ecosystems. Readings and guest lectures will introduce students to major ecological issues for temperate rainforests. | forest ecology, chemistry, geology and field research. | Paul Butler Dylan Fischer | Junior JR Senior SR | Fall | Fall | ||||
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Clyde Barlow
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Fall Winter Spring
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Research | SO–SRSophomore - Senior | V | V | Day | F 11 Fall | W 12Winter | S 12Spring | Rigorous quantitative and qualitative research is an important component of academic learning in Scientific Inquiry. This independent learning opportunity allows advanced students to delve into real-world research with faculty who are currently engaged in specific projects. Students typically begin by working in apprenticeship with faculty or laboratory staff and gradually take on more independent projects within the context of the specific research program as they gain experience. Students can develop vital skills in research design, data acquisition and interpretation, written and oral communication, collaboration, and critical thinking that are valuable for students pursuing a graduate degree or entering the job market. (chemistry) works with biophysical applications of spectroscopy to study physiological processes at the organ level, with direct applications to health problems. Students with backgrounds in biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics or computer science can obtain practical experience in applying their backgrounds to biomedical research problems in an interdisciplinary laboratory environment. | Clyde Barlow | Sophomore SO Junior JR Senior SR | Fall | Fall Winter Spring | |||
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Dharshi Bopegedera
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Fall Winter Spring
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Research | SO–SRSophomore - Senior | V | V | Day | F 11 Fall | W 12Winter | S 12Spring | Rigorous quantitative and qualitative research is an important component of academic learning in Scientific Inquiry. This independent learning opportunity allows advanced students to delve into real-world research with faculty who are currently engaged in specific projects. Students typically begin by working in apprenticeship with faculty or laboratory staff and gradually take on more independent projects within the context of the specific research program as they gain experience. Students can develop vital skills in research design, data acquisition and interpretation, written and oral communication, collaboration, and critical thinking that are valuable for students pursuing a graduate degree or entering the job market. (chemistry) would like to engage students in two projects: 1) quantitative determination of metals in the stalactites formed in aging concrete using ICP-MS and 2) science and education. Students who are interested in learning about the ICP-MS technique and using it for quantitative analysis will find the first project interesting. Students who have an interest in teaching science and who have completed general chemistry with laboratory would be ideal for the second project. We will work with local teachers to develop lab activities that enhance the science curriculum in local schools. | Dharshi Bopegedera | Sophomore SO Junior JR Senior SR | Fall | Fall Winter Spring | |||
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Lydia McKinstry
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Fall Winter Spring
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Research | SO–SRSophomore - Senior | V | V | Day | F 11 Fall | W 12Winter | S 12Spring | Rigorous quantitative and qualitative research is an important component of academic learning in Scientific Inquiry. This independent learning opportunity allows advanced students to delve into real-world research with faculty who are currently engaged in specific projects. Students typically begin by working in apprenticeship with faculty or laboratory staff and gradually take on more independent projects within the context of the specific research program as they gain experience. Students can develop vital skills in research design, data acquisition and interpretation, written and oral communication, collaboration, and critical thinking that are valuable for students pursuing a graduate degree or entering the job market. (organic chemistry) is interested in organic synthesis research, including asymmetric synthesis methodology, chemical reaction dynamics and small molecule synthesis. One specific study involves the design and synthesis of enzyme inhibitor molecules to be used as effective laboratory tools with which to study the mechanistic steps of programmed cell death (e.g. in cancer cells). Students with a background in organic chemistry and biology will gain experience with the laboratory techniques of organic synthesis as well as the techniques of spectroscopy. | chemistry, health sciences. | Lydia McKinstry | Sophomore SO Junior JR Senior SR | Fall | Fall Winter Spring | ||
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Paula Schofield
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Fall Winter Spring
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Research | SO–SRSophomore - Senior | V | V | Day | F 11 Fall | W 12Winter | S 12Spring | Rigorous quantitative and qualitative research is an important component of academic learning in Scientific Inquiry. This independent learning opportunity allows advanced students to delve into real-world research with faculty who are currently engaged in specific projects. Students typically begin by working in apprenticeship with faculty or laboratory staff and gradually take on more independent projects within the context of the specific research program as they gain experience. Students can develop vital skills in research design, data acquisition and interpretation, written and oral communication, collaboration, and critical thinking that are valuable for students pursuing a graduate degree or entering the job market. (organic, polymer, materials chemistry) is interested in the interdisciplinary fields of biodegradable plastics and biomedical polymers. Research in the field of biodegradable plastics is becoming increasingly important to replace current petroleum-derived materials, and to reduce the environmental impact of plastic wastes. Modification of starch through copolymerization and use of bacterial polyesters show promise in this endeavor. Specific projects within biomedical polymers involve the synthesis of poly (lactic acid) copolymers that have potential for use in tissue engineering. Students with a background in chemistry and biology will gain experience in the synthesis and characterization of these novel polymer materials. Students will present their work at American Chemical Society (ACS) conferences. | Paula Schofield | Sophomore SO Junior JR Senior SR | Fall | Fall Winter Spring | |||
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Rebecca Sunderman
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Fall Winter Spring
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Research | SO–SRSophomore - Senior | V | V | Day | F 11 Fall | W 12Winter | S 12Spring | Rigorous quantitative and qualitative research is an important component of academic learning in Scientific Inquiry. This independent learning opportunity allows advanced students to delve into real-world research with faculty who are currently engaged in specific projects. Students typically begin by working in apprenticeship with faculty or laboratory staff and gradually take on more independent projects within the context of the specific research program as they gain experience. Students can develop vital skills in research design, data acquisition and interpretation, written and oral communication, collaboration, and critical thinking that are valuable for students pursuing a graduate degree or entering the job market. (inorganic/materials chemistry and physical chemistry) is interested in the synthesis and property characterization of new bismuth-containing materials. These compounds have been characterized as electronic conductors, attractive activators for luminescent materials, second harmonic generators and oxidation catalysts for several organic compounds. Traditional solid-state synthesis methods will be utilized to prepare new complex bismuth oxides. Once synthesized, powder x-ray diffraction patterns will be obtained and material properties such as conductivity, melting point, biocidal tendency, coherent light production and magnetic behavior will be examined when appropriate. | Rebecca Sunderman | Sophomore SO Junior JR Senior SR | Fall | Fall Winter Spring | |||
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Lydia McKinstry
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Summer
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Research | SO–SRSophomore - Senior | V | V | Day, Evening and Weekend | Su 12Summer Full | This program is intended for students with a solid foundation and interest in organic chemistry. The overall goal is to offer a research opportunity where students can gain real, hands-on experience with advanced chemical research techniques and methods. Students will develop their skills in the theory and practice of advanced organic synthesis by working in apprenticeship with chemistry faculty on an ongoing faculty-designed research project or on a student-designed research project. This laboratory-based work may involve complex reaction techniques including the handling of air- and moisture-sensitive reagents, chromatography, and application of instrumental analysis techniques in the characterization of synthesized compounds. The analytical instrumentation used may include the gas chromatograph-mass spectrometer (GC-MS), the infrared (FT-IR) spectrometer and the nuclear magnetic resonance (FT-NMR) spectrometer. | Lydia McKinstry | Sophomore SO Junior JR Senior SR | Summer | Summer |
