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320 Pasteur, 457-5290
www.winona.edu/chemistry
Chairperson: Charla Miertschin
Graduate Faculty: Engen, Franz, Hein, Kopitzke, Miertschin, Nalli, Ng, Svingen

John C. Deming, Assistant Professor, Chemical Education/Environmental Chemistry; B.S., Ph.D., University of Montana; 2006-
Mark A. Engen, Professor, Environmental Chemistry; B.S., Bemidji State University; Ph.D., Montana State University; 1997-
Jeanne L. Franz, Professor, Analytical Chemistry; B.A., Augustana College; Ph.D., University of Minnesota, Twin Cities; 1996-
Sara M. Hein, Associate Professor, Bioorganic Chemistry; B.S., University of Wisconsin, La Crosse; Ph.D., University of Iowa; 2000-
Robert W. Kopitzke, Associate Professor, Polymer Chemistry, B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Florida Institute of Technology; 1999-
Charla S. Miertschin, Professor, Inorganic Chemistry; B.S., Abilene Christian University; Ph.D. Texas A&M University; 1995-
Thomas W. Nalli, Professor, Physical Organic Chemistry; B.S., Union College, Schenectady N.Y.; M.S., Ph.D., University of Rochester; 1995-
C.B. William Ng, Professor, Physical Chemistry; B.S., M.S., Ph.D., University of British Columbia; 1986-
Bruce A. Svingen, Professor, Biochemistry; B.A., St. Olaf College; Ph.D., Michigan State University; 1987-

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
 510/410 Polymer Chemistry - S.H.
An overview of polymer chemistry is presented. Major topics include polymerization reactions and kinetics, polymer morphology, polymer properties and polymer characterization. Prerequisites: CHEM 340 or CHEM 351 and CHEM 412 or ENGR 300. Offered yearly.
 520/420 Topics in Industrial Chemistry - 2 S.H.
Applications of chemistry in industry. The chemistry and technology of selected industrial processes with emphasis on industrial organic chemistry. Prerequisites: CHEM 340 or CHEM 350. Offered every two or three years.
 526/426 Analytical Chemistry II - 4 S.H.
A course stressing modern analytical chemistry. A study of the theory and practice of the quantitative examination of chemical systems. Covers the instrumental methods of: UVvis, emission, and AA spectroscopy, electrical methods, and gas and liquid chromatography. Prerequisites: CHEM 425 and CHEM 412. Offered yearly.
 527/427 Topics in Instrumental Chemistry - 2 S.H.
Selected topics from the principles and application of the instrumental methods of: IR, UVvis and AA spectroscopy; NMR and mass spectrometry; gas and liquid chromatography. Prerequisites: organic and analytical chemistry and instructor’s permission. Offered every two or three years.
 538/438 Medicinal Chemistry - 2 S.H.
An introductory course describing selected topics in the chemistry of synthetic and naturally occurring organic medicinals. Chemical structure and its relationship to biological activity. Lecture and problem solving discussions. Prerequisites: CHEM 340 or CHEM 350. Offered every two or three years.
 547/447 Advanced Organic Chemistry - 2 S.H.
A study of organic reaction mechanisms. The correlated acidity, basicity and general reactivity of organic compounds. Application of chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, stereochemical concepts and the use of isotopes. Lecture course. Prerequisites: CHEM 351 and CHEM 412. Offered every two or three years.
 565/465 History of Chemistry - 1 S.H.
A chemistry course emphasizing the fascinating interplay of ideas during the development of the chemical body of knowledge. Prerequisite: one semester of organic chemistry. Offered on demand.
 570/470 Isotope, Nuclear and Radiochemistry - 2 S.H.
Introduction and basic treatment of the nucleus with emphasis on concepts in chemistry. Interactions of radiation with matter. Nuclear structure, stabilities and associated radioactive decay processes. Applications in nuclear reactors, particle accelerators, and medical therapies. Prerequisite: CHEM 412. Offered every two or three years.
 575/475 Seminar in Chemistry - 1 S.H.
Students are expected to make oaral and poster presentations on literature or laboratory research. Exploration of presentations by persons outside the department is included. Additional outreach opportunities will be scheduled as permitted. Prerequisite: 20 semester hours of chemistry. Offered yearly.

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