Amoud University is a community owned institution. It was formally established in 1997 and classes commenced on November 4 th, 1998. The establishment of Amoud is a landmark in the history of education in the country. The occasion has been celebrated by a jubilant opening ceremony with a wide display of traditional dances and songs to the delight of the local, national and foreign dignitaries who were invited.
Amoud University is dedicated to the belief that individualized, facilitative and socially useful higher education requires a combination of professional and theoretical training balanced with responsible participation in society.
It is the philosophy of Amoud University that its graduate needs to be broadly educated as well as be a master of their chosen discipline. It is equally essential that they clearly see how their discipline relates to the society and that she/he is able to communicate successfully with those not trained in his/her discipline.
The quality of the student’s achievement is indicated by marks that are assigned by the instructors. The most common method of marking is on a 5-point scale, with letter grades indicating student performances. The highest mark is “A” indicating very superior accomplishment. “B” indicates work that is above average. “C” indicates average quality. “D” indicates work that is of passing grade but below average. “F” is used to designate work that is not of passing quality. Other marks used are:
Amoud University requires the student to maintain grades of a designated average quality in order to graduate or to remain in school. The common plan is to assign certain “quality points” for each of the letter grades. For example: -
The student’s total quality points are calculated by multiplying the grade points associated with the mark received in each course by the number of credit hours assigned to that course, and summing these products for all the courses for which the student has registered. The total “quality points” divided by the total credit hours yields an index known as the “grade point average”.
Graduation requires the completion of a minimum of 124 credit hours and a maximum of 136 credit hours. No student shall take more than 144 credit hours unless approved by the university.
In order to graduate, a student must maintain a minimum of 2.25 GPA in his/her major area of study, 2.0 GPA in his/her minor concentration, and 2.0 in his general education course work.
The Department of Biology is a component of the Division of Science and mathematics at the Faculty. It offers a B.Sc. degree in Biology with a combination of Zoology and Botany. Students with a major in Biology usually take a minor concentration in Chemistry.
(2) Bio. 200 Zoology I 3
(3) Bio. 210 Botany I 3
(4) Bio. 220 Zoology II 3
(5) Bio. 240 Botany II 3
(6) Bio. 300 Human Anatomy & Physiology 3
(7) Bio. 310 Tropical Crops and pests 3
(8) Bio. 320 Vertebrate Comparative Anatomy 3
(10) Bio. 350 General Ecology 3
(11) Bio. 360 Plant Anatomy and physiology 3
(12) Bio. 370 Genetics 3
(13) Bio. 400 Biochemistry 3
(14) Bio. 410 Vertebrate Embryology 3
(15) Bio. 430 Community Health 3
(16) Bio. 420 Teaching Biology 2 ( 17) Bio. 450 Senior Project 3
(1) Chem. 200 Chemistry I 3
(2) Chem. 210 Chemistry II 3
(3) Chem. 300 Organic Chem. I 3
(4) Chem. 310 Organic chem. II 3
(5) Chem. 400 Physical chem. 3
(6) Chem. 410 Quantitative inorganic chem. 3
(7) Chem. 420 Qualitative inorganic chem. 3
(1) Edu. 100 Introduction to Psychology 3
(2) Edu. 200 Child Psychology 3
(3) Edu. 210 Educational Psychology 3
(4) Edu. 300 Research Methodology 3
(5) Edu. 310 National Educational Issues 3
(6) Edu. 400 Curriculum Development 2
(7) Edu. 410 Measurement and Evaluation 2
(1) Ara. 100 Freshman Arabic 3
(2) Isl. 100 Islamic Studies 3
(3) Eng. 100 Freshman English I 3
(4) Eng. 110. Freshman II 3
(6) Eng. 210 Writing Skills 3
(8) Math. 110 Calculus I 3
(9) Math. 200 Calculus II 3
(11) Geo. 100 World Reg. Geography 3
(13) Som. 100 Somali Literature 3
(15) Phy. 110 physics II 3
This is a study of the morphological and physiological principles of animal life as revealed by the various major phyla of Invertebrates (Protozoa through Arthropoda) with emphasis on Insecta. The course is introduced with a survey of the structural and functional organization of animal life, science of zoology, protoplasm and cell, and architectural patterns of animals. Local and/or continental forms are emphasized.
This is a study of the morphological and evolutionary principles of plant life as revealed by the various major subdivisions of the thallophyte. The course discusses general systematics, morphology, life history, and evolutionary trend of the thallophyte.
This is a continuation of Zoology I. It consists of the study of biology of the non-chordates, mollusca and echinodermata, as well as the basic taxonomy, morphology, distribution and life history of chordata.
This is a continuation of Botany I. The course deals with the basic taxonomy, morphology, life history and evolution of embryophytes. It emphasizes the study of flower morphology, floral diagram and formulae, leaf morphology and phyllotaxy, and root system of flowering plants.
This course covers the organization of the human body as a whole. Topics include anatomy and physiology of skeletal, muscular, and reproductive systems together with the systems integration, control and maintenance of body metabolism. Prerequisite: Zoology I and II. Chemistry II may be taken concurrently.
This is an introductory course. It is intended to familiarize the student with tropical crops in general and those of economic importance in particular, with special reference to locally cultivated crops. The course surveys the biology, history, ecology, pathology and cultivation methods of individual crops such as maize, sorghum, sugar cane, banana, beans, sesame, cassava, melons, and others. The course requires both classroom and fieldwork. Prerequisite: Botany I and II.
This course is a detailed study of the development of an organism from hatching or birth. It includes processes of development and developmental stages of vertebrate with emphasis on the frog, chick, and human embryo development. Prerequisite: Zoology I and II.
This course includes a detailed study of classical transmission of genetic information and provides an introduction to the principles of human and microbiotic genetics. Prerequisite: Zoology I and II, Botany I and II.
This course includes a detailed study of the structures of developing and mature seed plants. Topics discussed include the internal organizational of the plant body (types of cells and tissues), the embryo and development of the adult plant from the embryo, the primary and secondary state of growth, adventitious roots and other structural types of roots and stems, histology, development and variations of the leaf, the flower, the fruit; and the seed. This course is a study of water relations in plants, plant nutrition, plant growth and development and the endogenous plant growth hormone. Prerequisite: Botany I and II.
This course examines relationships of plants and animals to their environments, both physical and biotic. Also discussed is distribution and interrelationships of landforms. The course will include visits to typical local plant and animal communities. Prerequisite: Zoology I, Botany I and II.
This course surveys the evolution of organs and organ systems and presents a comparison of structure in vertebrate classes. Homologous, analogous and prototype structures of lower forms will be examined in relation to mammalian structures: prerequisite: Zoology I and II.
Public health services will be studies and how they affect the community. Analysis and investigation of the most common health problems in Somalia will be emphasized. A community health centre will be visited. International collaboration towards combating the outbreak of epidemics and pandemic will be investigated. Prerequisite: Zoology I and II.
This course surveys major principles of biochemistry including metabolic processes, biological control mechanisms, and nutrition of animals, plants, and micro-organisms. Prerequisite: Organic Chemistry I .
This course is basically an individual study or research project supervised by the staff of the department. At the beginning of his/her senior year, a student is advised to propose a topic for his/her senior thesis. The student is then required to prepare and submit duplicate copies of the completed paper in order to graduate. A senior thesis is approximately 5000 words in length.
This course surveys the basic principles of chemistry, atomic weights, equivalent weights, formula weights, the mole concept. Emphasis will be on the quantitative problems solved in connection with these principles. Chemical bonding and the necessary quantum mechanics background, together with a study of the principles inherent in the Periodic Table are examined. Solutions, solution reactions, chemical kinematics and chemical equilibrium in aqueous solutions are studied. The chemistry of the elements of the first period and that of the non-transition groups (I-VII) are surveyed. Selected experiments are assigned to introduce the student to the laboratory techniques, methods, and disciplines as needed. Prerequisite: Physics 100.
This course is a continuation of Chemistry I, leading to an elaborate study of chemical bonding, Electrochemistry and thermochemistry are introduced in some detail. The chemistry groups I, II, V, VI, VII are explored on the basis of the theoretical background learned in Chemistry I. The first series of the transition elements is dealt with in some detail. Other transition series are explored in connection with and in comparison to the first series. The Lanthanides and Actinides are surveyed. Nuclear structure and radioactivity are introduced. Selected experiments are assigned. Prerequisite: Chemistry 110, Physics 110.
This course provides a systematic account of organic compounds starting with saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons. Organic reactions are explained on the basis of electronic properties of organic compounds and using these properties students are encouraged to predict the mechanism of some organic reactions. This is followed by the study of the physical and chemical properties, methods of preparation and chemical reactions. Some reference is made to their usefulness and application in organic halogen compounds, alcohols, phenols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, nitrites, acid, esters, amines, amides, and others. Selected equipments will be assigned to students to prepare some organic compounds, isolate them, purify them, and investigate their properties. Prerequisite: Chemistry 100.
Chem. 310 Organic Chemistry II
This course is continuation of Organic Chemistry I. In this course the reaction mechanism of the groups will be emphasized. Further studies are made on acids, amines, diazonium, salts, etc. Carbohydrates, polynuclear compounds, amino acids and proteins are also studied. As well, some other organic compounds of biological significance will be discussed. Prerequisite: Chemistry 210, Chemistry 300.
Chem. 400 Physical Chemistry
This course covers a study of properties of gas in connection with kinetic molecular theory, atomic and molecular structures. As well, energies under the principles of wave mechanics are discussed. Law of thermodynamics and their applications in chemistry are surveyed. Thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibria and electrochemistry are given quantitative and qualitative treatment. Experimental studies of molecular structures are examined in depth. Prerequisite: Chemistry I, Chemistry II, Physics I.
Chem. 410 Qualitative Inorganic
This is a laboratory course designed to provide students with actual experience in qualitative chemical analysis. Preliminary to the laboratory work, students will be provided the theoretical background of solutions, the nature of solutions, chemical equilibrium, ionic reaction, removal of ions by distillation, formation of weakly ionised substances, precipitation, the relation between solubility and solubility products. Common ion effect is also discussed. The practical part of the course encompasses the separation of the common basic constituents (cation groups I, II, III, IV, V). Prerequisite: Chemistry I.
Chem 420 Quantitative Inorganic
Part A: This is a laboratory course. Adequate theoretical foundation will be provided in connection with stoichiometric concepts. Gravimetric and volumetric principles will be covered. Emphasis will be on laboratory activity where representative examples in each section will be studied. Selected experiments include: determination of water or hydration in crystallized BaCl 2; gravimetric determination of iron sulphate (2 experiments); determination of chloride (argentometry); acid-base titration; standardization of solution, etc. Part B: This part of the course is divided into two sections: Section I – Electroanalytical methods of analysis. Emphasis is given to potentialometry and conductometric titration. Section II – Covers the main techniques of separations. This includes solvent extractions and chromatography in gnarl, paper and thin-layer chromatography are treated in depth. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: Chemistry I
EDUCATION COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Edu. 100Introduction to Psychology
Definition: its objective and its method. Heredity environment and human development. Nervous system and consciousness. Sensory process and perception. Cognitive process memory, language and thought. Learning process. Emotions and motivation personality: definition, theories and evaluation. Mental health; abnormal behaviour and therapeutic approaches. Social psychology: definition, basic concepts and applications.
Edu. 200 Child Psychology
This course is a survey of the process of human development from birth through adolescence. Development is considered with regard to physical, physiological, intellectual, emotional, social, moral and personality dimensions. The course concludes with an examination of Piaget’s theory of intellectual development.
Edu. 210Educational Psychology
This course is a survey of psychology to the learning and teaching process. Topics include: the nature of intelligence and its measurement, exceptionally in children, principles of learning, motivation in the classroom, attitudes and values and their development.
Edu. 410 Measurement and Evaluation
This course surveys techniques of educational measurement and principles of evaluation in education. Topics include: the role of objectives in education, the use of specification tables, validity and reliability, classroom testing, comparison of objective and essay tests, test construction and the use of statistical tools in preparation, scoring, and interpretation of classroom tests.
Edu. 400Curriculum Development
This course provides a survey of the decision-making process in curriculum development. Topics include: sociological, psychological and philosophical foundations of curriculum, objectives of the secondary school curriculum in modern Somalia, major types of curriculum organization, the core program, successful practices, trends in the separate subjects, and organization for curriculum development.
General University Required Courses Descriptions
Math 100 Precalc ulus
Topics include: basic algebra, trigonometry, basic geometry, algebra of matrices, and introduction to calculus.
Math 110 Calculus I
Topics include: propositional logic, sets and relations, mathematical systems, real number system, system of sets and probability, matrix and determinants. Also include functions and their graphs, circular, exponential and polynomial functions and vectors
Math 200 Calculus II
Topics: rate of change of a function (increments, slopes of a line, equation of straight line, graphs, slope of curve, derivatives of a function), limits (definitions, theorems, applications to area), derivatives of algebraic functions (polynomial functions rational functions, inverse functions, chain rule, formulae for differentiation and continuity), application of differentiation .
Eng. 100/110 Freshman English I & II
Each course is one semester; together they provide an integrated comprehensive remedial course in English language. Major emphasis is not placed on traditional grammar, but one the oral practices of the living language with exhaustive exercises in comprehension and vocabulary building. In addition to the detailed study of the prescribed oral language passages, various exercises in language structure are utilized that aim at strict practice in correct usage of different parts of speech and punctuation. Handout materials and other aids to supplement classroom teaching will be supplied at the discretion of the instructor. The prescribed text for these courses is – College English.
Eng 210 Writing Skills
The course introduces the principles of writing, and in particular involves in dealing with a variety of techniques ranging from free writing, where the student does not need to be inhibited from practicing writing, since mistakes are not being checked or marked red by the instructor, to writing effective paragraphs. Topic of study in the semester will include, for example, understanding main idea sentence, developing main idea sentence, using supporting details or specific evidences; and the bases for evaluating wiring –unity, support, coherence and sentence skills.
Eng. 200 Reading skills
The course presents a systematic approach to college textbook material that makes students more efficient in their reading and studying. The course text is on comprehension, but in addition to the essential comprehension skills, it presents study skills that are also integral to success in college.
The course emphasize essential main ideas and supporting details. It also includes reading skills such as predicting and questioning, organizing, and rehearsing of textbook material to be learned.
Phy. 100 Physics I
This course is intended for students not concentrating in Physics, Mathematics or Chemistry. Emphasis is on energy, beginning with kinematics and dynamics, and including units on oscillatory motion, electric and magnetic energy, atomic and planetary systems and heat.
Phy. 110 Physics II
This introduction to classical mechanics includes units on kinematics and dynamics of particles, work, energy and power, momentum, rotational motion, static, elastic properties of matter, wave motion, sound and fluid mechanics.
Geo. 100 World Regional Geography
This course provides a geographic survey of four major regions of the Earth; the Near East, Asia, the Americas, and Europe. Topics include: natural settings; natural resources; population distribution; important occupations; and, the problems of future development.
CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT
General Statement
The Chemistry Department is part of the Division of Mathematics and Sciences within the Faculty. It offers a program of major concentration in Chemistry with Mathematics, as a minor concentration. All four major/minor concentrations meet equal credit loads in their programs of study.
Goal Statement
- To offer a comprehensive B.Sc. in Chemistry.
- To prepare secondary school teachers with a sound theoretical and practical background.
- To create a professional who will pursue the study of Chemistry and contribute to the development of the country.
Course Requirements for Chemistry Major with mathematics minor
Total number of courses required = 12 Total number of credit hours = 39
Course Number Course title Course Credits
(1) Chem 200 Chemistry I 3
(2) Chem 210 Chemistry II 3
(3) Chem 220 Organic Chemistry I 3
(4) Chem 240 Qualitative Inorganic I 3
(5) Chem 300 Organic Chemistry II 3
(6) Chem 310 Qualitative Inorganic II 3
(7) Chem 320 Physical Chemistry I 3
(8) Chem 330 Quantitative organic 3
(9) Chem 400 Introduction to Research in Chemistry 3
(10) Chem 410 Physical Chemistry II 3
(11) Chem 420 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry 4
(12) Chem 430 Senior project 5
General Education Course Requirements
Total number of courses =8 Total number of credit hours = 23
Course Number Course Title Course Credits
(1) Edu. 100 Introduction to Psychology 3
(2) Edu. 200 Child Psychology 3
(3) Edu. 210 Educational Psychology 3
(4) Edu. 300 Research Methodology 3
(5) Edu. 310 National Educational Issues 3
(6) Edu. 400 Curriculum Development 2
(7) Edu. 410 Measurement and Evaluation 2
(8) Edu. 420 Teaching Methods 4
Course Requirements for Chemistry Major with mathematics Minor
Total number of courses required = 9 Total number of credit hours = 27
Course Number Course Title Course Credits
(1) Math 100 Pre-Calculus I 3
(2) Math 110 Calculus I 3
(3) Math 200 Calculus II 3
(4) Math 210 Linear Algebra 3
(5) Math 220 Calculus III 3
(6) Math 300 Calculus IV 3
(7) Math 310 Probability & Statistics 3
(8) Math 320 Differential Equation I 3
(9) Math 400 differential Equation II 3
General University Required Courses
Total number of courses required = 14 Total number of credit hours = 42
Course Number Course Title Course Credits
(1) Ara. 100 Freshman Arabic 3
(2) Isl. 100 Islamic Studies 3
(3) Eng. 100 Freshman English I 3
(4) Eng. 110. Freshman II 3
(6) Eng 200 Reading Skills 3
(5) Eng. 210 Writing Skills 3
(4) Bio 010 Cell Biology 3
(5) Bio 430 Biochemistry 3
(11) Geo. 100 World Reg. Geography 3
(12) Soc.100 Sociology 3
(13) Som. 100 Somali Literature 3
(14) Phy.100 Physics I 3
(15) Phy.120 Physics II 3
(16) Phy 220 Thermodynamics 3
Yearly/Semesterly distribution of courses
YEAR 1
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
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Course Code |
Course Title |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
1 |
Ara. 100 |
Freshman Arabic |
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1 |
Isl. 100 |
Islamic Study |
2 |
Eng. 100 |
Freshman English 1 |
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2 |
Eng.110 |
Freshman English II |
3 |
Math.100 |
Pre calculus |
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3 |
Math. 110 |
Calculus I |
4 |
Phy.100 |
Physics I |
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4 |
Soc.100 |
Sociology |
5 |
Geo.100 |
World Reg. Geo. |
|
5 |
Phy. 110 |
Physics II |
6 |
Bio.010 |
Cell Biology |
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6 |
Edu.100 |
Int. To Psychology |
YEAR 2
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
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Course Code |
Course Title |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
1 |
Chem. 200 |
Chemistry I |
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1 |
Chem. 210 |
Chemistry II |
2 |
Math 210 |
Linear algebra |
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2 |
Chem 220 |
Organic chemistry I |
3 |
Eng.200 |
Reading Skills |
|
3 |
Chem. 240 |
Qualitative inorganic chem.. I |
4 |
Math 200 |
Calculus II |
|
4 |
Eng. 210 |
Writing Skills |
5 |
Edu. 200 |
Child Psych. |
|
5 |
Edu. 210 |
Educational Psychology |
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6 |
Math 220 |
Calculus III |
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YEAR 3
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
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Course Code |
Course Title |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
1 |
Chem. 300 |
Organic chem. II |
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1 |
Chem. 320 |
Physical chemistry I |
2 |
Chem 310 |
Qualitative inorganic II |
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2 |
Chem. 330 |
Quantitative organic chemistry |
3 |
Bio 430 |
Biochemistry |
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3 |
Math 310 |
Prob. & statistics |
4 |
Som.100 |
Somali literature |
|
4 |
Phy 220 |
Thermodynamics |
5 |
Math 300 |
Calculus IV |
|
5 |
Edu.310 |
National Educational Issues |
6 |
Edu. 300 |
Research Methodology |
|
6 |
Math 320 |
Differential equations I |
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YEAR 4
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
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Course Code |
Course Title |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
1 |
Chem. 400 |
Intro. to Research In Chem. |
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1 |
Chem 430 |
Senior Project |
2 |
Chem. 410 |
Physical chem. II |
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2 |
Edu. 420 |
Meas. & Eval. |
3 |
Math 400 |
Differential equations II |
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3 |
Chem. 410 |
Advanced inorganic chem. |
4 |
Edu.400 |
Curriculum |
|
4 |
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|
5 |
Edu.420 |
Teaching methods |
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CHEMISTRY COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Chem. 200 Chemistry I
This course surveys the basic principles of chemistry, atomic weights, equivalent weights, formula weights, the mole concept. Emphasis will be on the quantitative problems solved in connection with these principles. Chemical bonding and the necessary quantum mechanics background, together with a study of the principles inherent in the Periodic Table are examined. Solutions, solution reactions, chemical kinematics and chemical equilibrium in aqueous solutions are studied. The chemistry of the elements of the first period and that of the non-transition groups (I-VII) are surveyed. Selected experiments are assigned to introduce the student to the laboratory techniques, methods, and disciplines as needed. Prerequisite: Physics I.
Chem. 210 Chemistry II
This course is a continuation of Chemistry I, leading to an elaborate study of chemical bonding, Electrochemistry and thermochemistry are introduced in some detail. The chemistry groups I, II, V, VI, VII are explored on the basis of the theoretical background learned in Chemistry I. The first series of the transition elements is dealt with in some detail. Other transition series are explored in connection with and in comparison to the first series. The Lanthanides and Actinides are surveyed. Nuclear structure and radioactivity are introduced. Selected experiments are assigned. Prerequisite: Chemistry I, Physics II.
Chem. 220 Organic Chemistry I
This course provides a systematic account of organic compounds starting with saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons. Organic reactions are explained on the basis of electronic properties of organic compounds and using these properties students are encouraged to predict the mechanism of some organic reactions. This is followed by the study of the physical and chemical properties, methods of preparation and chemical reactions. Some reference is made to their usefulness and application in organic halogen compounds, alcohols, phenols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, nitrites, acid, esters, amines, amides, and others. Selected equipments will be assigned to students to prepare some organic compounds, isolate them, purify them, and investigate their properties. Prerequisite: Chemistry I.
Chem. 300 Organic Chemistry II
This course is continuation of Organic Chemistry I. In this course the reaction mechanism of the groups will be emphasized. Further studies are made on acids, amines, diazonium, salts, etc. Carbohydrates, polynuclear compounds, amino acids and proteins are also studied. As well, some other organic compounds of biological significance will be discussed. Prerequisite: Chemistry I, Organic Chemistry I.
Chem. 240 Qualitative Inorganic I
This is a laboratory course designed to provide students with actual experience in qualitative chemical analysis. Preliminary to the laboratory work, students will be provided the theoretical background of solutions, the nature of solutions, chemical equilibrium, ionic reaction, removal of ions by distillation, formation of weakly ionized substances, precipitation, the relation between solubility and solubility products. Common ion effect is also discussed. The practical part of the course encompasses the separation of the common basic constituents (cation groups I, II, III, IV, V). Prerequisite: Chemistry I.
Chem. 310 Qualitative Inorganic II
This course is a continuation of Qualitative Inorganic Analysis I. The course covers the analysis of the acidic constituents (anions), simultaneous analysis of cations and anions present in solution as well as the systematic separation and identification of mixtures of cations in a solution. Prerequisite: Qualitative inorganic I.
Chem. 320 Physical Chemistry I
This course covers a study of properties of gas in connection with kinetic molecular theory, atomic and molecular structures. As well, energies under the principles of wave mechanics are discussed. Law of thermodynamics and their applications in chemistry are surveyed. Thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibria and electrochemistry are given quantitative and qualitative treatment. Experimental studies of molecular structures are examined in depth. Prerequisite: Chemistry I & II, Physics I.
Chem. 410 Physical Chemistry II
This course is a continuation of Physical Chemistry I. It includes elaboration of chemical equilibria and introduction of rates of mechanism of chemical reactions. Thermodynamics of solutions (electrolytes and non-electrolytes) and colligative properties of solutions are discussed in some depth and given both qualitative and quantitative treatment. Electrochemistry is given quantitative and qualitative treatment. Prerequisite: Physical Chemistry I.
Chem. 400 Introduction to Research in Chemistry
This course is an introductory survey of strategies for approaching scientific research. It provides basic training for students to work independently with minimum supervision. The course is intended to prepare students for Chemistry 430 and Chemistry 440. Areas of interest include hazards of chemicals, pesticides, natural products chemistry, organic synthesis, inorganic reaction chemistry, inorganic chemistry of biological processes. This course also highlights methods for encouraging students to develop appropriate techniques for teaching chemistry at (local) schools with limited laboratory equipment.
Chem. 330 Quantitative Inorganic
Part A: This is a laboratory course. Adequate theoretical foundation will be provided in connection with stoichiometric concepts. Gravimetric and volumetric principles will be covered. Emphasis will be on laboratory activity where representative examples in each section will be studied. Selected experiments include: determination of water or hydration in crystallized BaCl 2; gravimetric determination of iron sulphate (2 experiments); determination of chloride (argentometry); acid-base titration; standardization of solution, etc. Part B: This part of the course is divided into two sections: Section I – Electroanalytical methods of analysis. Emphasis is given to potentialometry and conductometric titration. Section II – Covers the main techniques of separations. This includes solvent extractions and chromatography in gnarl, paper and thin-layer chromatography are treated in depth. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: Chemistry I.
Chem. 420 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
This course provides comprehensive coverage of the field of inorganic chemistry. The course subject matter is divided into three parts. Part I is primarily concerned with general theory and constitutes the major portion of the course. Physical, theoretical and structural aspects are discussed. This first part includes the wave mechanical model of the atom, the nature of ionic substances, the nature of chemical bonding, coordination chemistry studies in terms of V.B. theory and M.O. theory, with some reaction mechanisms. Part II deals with the chemistry of the transition of metals; as well , the general characteristics, magnetic and optical properties of transition elements and the compounds are discussed. Part III is the descriptive and comparative study of the non-transitive elements. Prerequisite: Physical Chemistry I& II, Calculus IV & Linear Algebra.
Chem. 430 Senior Project
This materials development course. Students are expected to select a topic of their own choosing and the approval of the faculty. Students are to develop materials that may be used to teach Chemistry more effectively in the secondary school.
EDUCATION COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Edu. 100Introduction to Psychology
Definition: its objective and its method. Heredity environment and human development. Nervous system and consciousness. Sensory process and perception. Cognitive process memory, language and thought. Learning process. Emotions and motivation personality: definition, theories and evaluation. Mental health; abnormal behaviour and therapeutic approaches. Social psychology: definition, basic concepts and applications.
Edu. 120 Child Developmental Psychology
This course is a survey of the process of human development from birth through adolescence. Development is considered with regard to physical, physiological, intellectual, emotional, social, moral and personality dimensions. The course concludes with an examination of Piaget’s theory of intellectual development.
Edu. 210 Educational Psychology
This course is a survey of psychology to the learning and teaching process. Topics include: the nature of intelligence and its measurement, exceptionally in children, principles of learning, motivation in the classroom, attitudes and values and their development.
Edu. 410 Measurement and Evaluation
This course surveys techniques of educational measurement and principles of evaluation in education. Topics include: the role of objectives in education, the use of specification tables, validity and reliability, classroom testing, comparison of objective and essay tests, test construction and the use of statistical tools in preparation, scoring, and interpretation of classroom tests.
Edu. 400 Curriculum Development
This course provides a survey of the decision-making process in curriculum development. Topics include: sociological, psychological and philosophical foundations of curriculum, objectives of the secondary school curriculum in modern Somalia, major types of curriculum organization, the core program, successful practices, trends in the separate subjects, and organization for curriculum development.
Edu. 420 Teaching Methods and Techniques
This course surveys the socio-psychological principles and practices of effective instruction. Topics include: the spectrum of instructional methods and techniques (questioning, projects, socio-drama, role playing, debate, etc.), methodology in relation to the particular subjects taught in secondary school, curriculum, the promotion of mental health and self-discipline, planning and organization of instruction, and the profile of an effective teacher. Students will be assigned to a section of this course by major field of study and instruction will be provided by the faculty of the various academic departments.
MATH COURSE DESCRIBTIONS
Math 100 Precalculus
Topics include: basic algebra, trigonometry, basic geometry, algebra of matrices, and introduction to calculus.
Math 110 Calculus I
Topics include: propositional logic, sets and relations, mathematical systems, real number system, system of sets and probability, matrix and determinants. Also include functions and their graphs, circular, exponential and polynomial functions and vectors
Math 200 Calculus II
Topics: rate of change of a function (increments, slopes of a line, equation of straight line, graphs, slope of curve, derivatives of a function), limits (definitions, theorems, applications to area), derivatives of algebraic functions (polynomial functions rational functions, inverse functions, chain rule, formulae for differentiation and continuity), application of differentiation .
Math 220 Calculus III
Topics include: methods of integration, plane analytic geometry, polar coordinates, vectors and parametric equations.
Math 300 Calculus IV
Topics include: partial differentiation, multiple integral, infinite series, complex functions and variables.
Math 310 Probability and Statistics
Topics include: concept of raw and grouped data, measures of central tendency, variability, linear regressions and correlation, axiomatic definition of probability, dependent and independent events, expectation and variance, binomial and normal distributions.
Math 210 Linear Algebra
Topics include: vector spaces, homomorphism and isomorphism of vector spaces, linear transformation, algebra of matrices, and system of linear equation.
Math 320 Differential Equation I
Topic include: definitions and examples of ordinary differential equations and the elimination of arbitrary constants, equations of order one, differential operations with properties, auxiliary equations.
Math 400 Differential Equation II
Topics include: the LaPlace transform, inverse transforms, partial differential equations, Fourier series with applications.
General University Required Course Descriptions
Eng. 100/110 Freshman English I & II
Each course is one semester; together they provide an integrated comprehensive remedial course in English language. Major emphasis is not placed on traditional grammar, but one the oral practices of the living language with exhaustive exercises in comprehension and vocabulary building. In addition to the detailed study of the prescribed oral language passages, various exercises in language structure are utilized that aim at strict practice in correct usage of different parts of speech and punctuation. Handout materials and other aids to supplement classroom teaching will be supplied at the discretion of the instructor. The prescribed text for these courses is – College English.
Eng 210 Writing Skills
The course introduces the principles of writing, and in particular involves in dealing with a variety of techniques ranging from free writing, where the student does not need to be inhibited from practicing writing, since mistakes are not being checked or marked red by the instructor, to writing effective paragraphs. Topic of study in the semester will include, for example, understanding main idea sentence, developing main idea sentence, using supporting details or specific evidences; and the bases for evaluating wiring –unity, support, coherence and sentence skills.
Eng. 200 Reading skills
The course presents a systematic approach to college textbook material that makes students more efficient in their reading and studying. The course text is on comprehension, but in addition to the essential comprehension skills, it presents study skills that are also integral to success in college.
The course emphasizes essential main ideas and supporting details. It also includes reading skills such as predicting and questioning, organizing, and rehearsing of textbook material to be learned.
Phy. 100 Physics I
This course is intended for students not concentrating in Physics, Mathematics or Chemistry. Emphasis is on energy, beginning with kinematics and dynamics, and including units on oscillatory motion, electric and magnetic energy, atomic and planetary systems and heat.
Phy. 110 Physics II
This introduction to classical mechanics includes units on kinematics and dynamics of particles, work, energy and power, momentum, rotational motion, static, elastic properties of matter, wave motion, sound and fluid mechanics.
Phy. 220 Thermodynamics
This course provides a detailed treatment of the principles of thermodynamics. Topics include the equations of state, the first law of thermodynamics, work and heat, heat capacities of gases, change of phase, heat engines and the second law of thermodynamics, entropy, physics of low temperature, probability and definition of temperature.
Bio. 430Biochemistry
This course surveys major principles of biochemistry including metabolic processes, biological control mechanisms, and nutrition of animals, plants, and micro-organisms. Prerequisite: Organic Chemistry I
Geo. 100 World Regional Geography
This course provides a geographic survey of four major regions of the Earth; the Near East, Asia, the Americas, and Europe. Topics include: natural settings; natural resources; population distribution; important occupations; and, the problems of future development.
MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT
General Statement
The Department of Mathematics offers a major in Mathematics. It also offers a program of study as a supplementary subject to the other fields within the College. Students majoring in Mathematics are expected to minor in either Physics or Chemistry.
Goal Statement
The goals of the Department of Mathematics are:
- To enable students to master their major field of study in order to teach effectively in the secondary schools.
- To provide students with high quality training in order to interact productively with other fields of study and social institutions.
Course Requirements for Mathematics Major
Total number of courses required = 17 Total number of credit hours = 51
Course Number Course Title Course Credits
(1) Math 100 Pre-Calculus 3
(2) Math 110 Calculus I 3
(3) Math 200 Calculus II 3
(4) Math 210 Set Theory 3
(5) Math 220 Number Theory 3
(6) Math 230 Geometry I 3
(7) Math 240 Calculus III 3
(8) Math 300 Linear Algebra 3
(9) Math 310 Vector Analysis 3
(10) Math 320 Abstract Algebra 3
(11) Math 330 Differential Equation I 3
(12) Math 340 Probability and Statistics 3
(13) Math 400 Differential Equation II 3
(14) Math 410 Geometry II 3
(15) Math 420 Real Analysis 3
(16) Math 430 Logic 3
(17) Math 450 Senior project 3
Course Requirements for Mathematics Major with Chemistry Minor
Total number of courses required = 7 Total number of credit hours = 21
Course Number Course Title Course Credits
(1) Chem 200 Chemistry I 3
(2) Chem 210 Chemistry II 3
(3) Chem 220 Organic I 3
(4) Chem 300 Organic II 3
(5) Chem 240 Qualitative Inorganic 3
(6) Chem 320 Physical Chemistry 3
(7) Chem 410 Quantitative inorganic 3
General Education Course Requirements
Total number of courses =8 Total number of credit hours = 23
Course Number Course Title Course Credits
(1) Edu. 100 Introduction to Psychology 3
(2) Edu. 200 Child Psychology 3
(3) Edu. 210 Educational Psychology 3
(4) Edu. 300 Research Methodology 3
(5) Edu. 310 National Educational Issues 3
(6) Edu. 400 Curriculum Development 2
(7) Edu. 410 Measurement and Evaluation 2
(8) Edu. 420 Teaching Methods and practice 4
General University Required Courses
Total number of courses required = 13 Total number of credit hours = 39
Course Number Course Title Course Credits
(1) Ara. 100 Freshman Arabic 3
(2) Isl. 100 Islamic Studies 3
(3) Eng. 100 Freshman English I 3
(4) Eng. 110. Freshman English II 3
(5) Eng 200 Reading Skills 3
(6) Eng. 210 Writing Skills 3
(7) Bio 010 Cell Biology 3
(8) Bio 430 Biochemistry 3
(9) Geo. 100 World Reg. Geography 3
(10) Soc.100 Sociology 3
(11) Soma. 100 Somali Literature 3
(12) Phy.100 Physics I 3
(13) Phy.120 Physics II 3
Yearly/Semester distribution of courses
YEAR 1
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
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Course Code |
Course Title |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
1 |
Ara. 100 |
Freshman Arabic |
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1 |
Isl. 100 |
Islamic Study |
2 |
Eng. 100 |
Freshman English 1 |
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2 |
Eng.110 |
Freshman English II |
3 |
Math.100 |
Pre calculus |
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3 |
Math. 110 |
Calculus I |
4 |
Phy.100 |
Physics I |
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4 |
Soc.100 |
Sociology |
5 |
Geo.100 |
World Reg. Geo. |
|
5 |
Phy. 110 |
Physics II |
6 |
Bio.010 |
Cell Biology |
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6 |
Edu.100 |
Int. To Psychology |
YEAR 2
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
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Course Code |
Course Title |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
1 |
Chem. 200 |
Chemistry I |
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1 |
Chem. 210 |
Chemistry II |
2 |
Math 220 |
Number Theory |
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2 |
Chem 220 |
Organic chemistry I |
3 |
Eng.200 |
Reading Skills |
|
3 |
Math 230 |
Geometry I |
4 |
Math 200 |
Calculus II |
|
4 |
Eng. 210 |
Writing Skills |
5 |
Edu. 200 |
Child Psych. |
|
5 |
Edu. 210 |
Educational Psychology |
6 |
Math 210 |
Set theory |
|
6 |
Math 240 |
Calculus III |
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YEAR 3
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
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Course Code |
Course Title |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
1 |
Chem. 300 |
Organic chem. II |
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1 |
Bio 430 |
Biochemistry |
2 |
Chem 310 |
Qualitative inorganic |
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2 |
Chem. 320 |
Physical chem. |
3 |
Math 300 |
Linear Algebra |
|
3 |
Math 340 |
Prob. & statistics |
4 |
Som.100 |
Somali literature |
|
4 |
Math 320 |
Abstract Algebra |
5 |
Math 310 |
Vector Analysis |
|
5 |
Edu.310 |
National Educational Issues |
6 |
Edu. 300 |
Research Methodology |
|
6 |
Math 330 |
Differential equations I |
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YEAR 4
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
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Course Code |
Course Title |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
1 |
Math 420 |
Real analysis |
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1 |
Math 450 |
Senior Project |
2 |
Chem. 410 |
Quantitative organic chem |
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2 |
Edu. 410 |
Meas. & Eval. |
3 |
Math 400 |
Differential equations II |
|
3 |
Math 430 |
Logic |
4 |
Edu.400 |
Curriculum |
|
4 |
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|
5 |
Edu.410 |
Teaching methods |
|
5 |
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|
6 |
Math 420 |
Geometry II |
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Math 100 Pre-Calculus
Topics include: propositional logic, sets and relations, mathematical systems, real number system,, system of sets and probability, matrix and determinants.
Math 110 Calculus I
Topics include: propositional logic, sets and relations, mathematical systems, real number system, system of sets and probability, matrix and determinants. Also include functions and their graphs, circular, exponential and polynomial functions and vectors
Maths 200 Calculus II
Topics include: rate of change of a function (increments, slope of a line, equation of straight line, graphs, slope of a curve, derivative of a function), limits (definitions, theorems, application to area), derivatives of algebraic functions (polynomial functions, rational functions, inverse functions, chain rule, formulae for differentiation and continuity), application of differentiation. Number systems, the divisors of number, congruences, diaphantine equations
Math 210 Set Theory
Topics include: sets and their properties, relations and functions, finite and infinite sets.
Math 220 Number Theory
Topics include:, simple and finite continued fractions, generalization.
Math 240 Calculus III
Topics include: methods of integration, plane analytic geometry, polar coordinates, vectors and parametric equations. Partial differentiation, multiple integral, infinite series, complex functions and variables.
Math 340 Probability and Statistics
Topics include: concept of raw and grouped data, measures of central tendency, variability, linear regressions and correlation, axiomatic definition of probability, dependent and independent events, expectation and variance, binomial and normal distributions.
Math 230 Geometry I
Topics include: the method of analytic geometry, vectors and their properties, parametric and non-parametric equations of lines and planes, second degree curves, a survey on second degree surfaces.
Math 300 Linear Algebra
Topics include: vector spaces, homomorphism and isomorphism of vector spaces, linear transformation, algebra of matrices, and system of linear equation.
Math 330 Differential Equation I
Topic include: definitions and examples of ordinary differential equations and the elimination of arbitrary constants, equations of order one, differential operations with properties, auxiliary equations.
Math 320 Abstract Algebra
Topics include: different characteristics of groups, Ring’s theory, group theory, field extension and Galci’s Theory.
Math 310 Vector Analysis
Topics include: vector algebra directional derivatives, line integral, surface integral, divergence and curl properties, Gaussian, Green and Stokes theorems.
Math 410 Geometry II
Topics include: the axiomatic development of Euclidean geometry, a survey of Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometry.
Math 400 Differential Equation II
Topics include: the LaPlace transform, inverse transforms, partial differential equations, Fourier series with applications.
Math 420 Real Analysis
Topics include: sequences, limits and continuity, differentiability, Reemann integral.
Math 430 Logic
Topics include: basic ideas and methods, truth functional molecules, natural deduction for propositional arguments, natural deduction for quantificational arguments.
Math 450 Senior project
The student is expected to write a senior thesis with issues concerning the primary and secondary school syllabus.
EDUCATION COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Edu. 100Introduction to Psychology
Definition: its objective and its method. Heredity environment and human development. Nervous system and consciousness. Sensory process and perception. Cognitive process memory, language and thought. Learning process. Emotions and motivation personality: definition, theories and evaluation. Mental health; abnormal behaviour and therapeutic approaches. Social psychology: definition, basic concepts and applications.
Edu. 200 Child Developmental Psychology
This course is a survey of the process of human development from birth through adolescence. Development is considered with regard to physical, physiological, intellectual, emotional, social, moral and personality dimensions. The course concludes with an examination of Piaget’s theory of intellectual development.
Edu. 210 Educational Psychology
This course is a survey of psychology to the learning and teaching process. Topics include: the nature of intelligence and its measurement, exceptionally in children, principles of learning, motivation in the classroom, attitudes and values and their development.
Edu. 410 Measurement and Evaluation
This course surveys techniques of educational measurement and principles of evaluation in education. Topics include: the role of objectives in education, the use of specification tables, validity and reliability, classroom testing, comparison of objective and essay tests, test construction and the use of statistical tools in preparation, scoring, and interpretation of classroom tests.
Edu. 400 Curriculum Development
This course provides a survey of the decision-making process in curriculum development. Topics include: sociological, psychological and philosophical foundations of curriculum, objectives of the secondary school curriculum in modern Somalia, major types of curriculum organization, the core program, successful practices, trends in the separate subjects, and organization for curriculum development.
Edu. 420 Teaching Methods and Practice
This course surveys the socio-psychological principles and practices of effective instruction. Topics include: the spectrum of instructional methods and techniques (questioning, projects, socio-drama, role playing, debate, etc.), methodology in relation to the particular subjects taught in secondary school, curriculum, the promotion of mental health and self-discipline, planning and organization of instruction, and the profile of an effective teacher. Students will be assigned to a section of this course by major field of study and instruction will be provided by the faculty of the various academic departments.
CHEMISTRY COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Chem 200 Chemistry I
This course surveys the basic principles of chemistry, atomic weights, equivalent weights, formula weights, the mole concept. Emphasis will be on the quantitative problems solved in connection with these principles. Chemical bonding and the necessary quantum mechanics background, together with a study of the principles inherent in the Periodic Table are examined. Solutions, solution reactions, chemical kinematics and chemical equilibrium in aqueous solutions are studied. The chemistry of the elements of the first period and that of the non-transition groups (I-VII) are surveyed. Selected experiments are assigned to introduce the student to the laboratory techniques, methods, and disciplines as needed. Prerequisite: Physics 100.
Chem 210 Chemistry II
This course is a continuation of Chemistry I, leading to an elaborate study of chemical bonding, Electrochemistry and thermochemistry are introduced in some detail. The chemistry groups I, II, V, VI, VII are explored on the basis of the theoretical background learned in Chemistry I. The first series of the transition elements is dealt with in some detail. Other transition series are explored in connection with and in comparison to the first series. The Lanthanides and Actinides are surveyed. Nuclear structure and radioactivity are introduced. Selected experiments are assigned. Prerequisite: Chemistry 110, Physics 110.
Chem 220 Organic Chemistry I
This course provides a systematic account of organic compounds starting with saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons. Organic reactions are explained on the basis of electronic properties of organic compounds and using these properties students are encouraged to predict the mechanism of some organic reactions. This is followed by the study of the physical and chemical properties, methods of preparation and chemical reactions. Some reference is made to their usefulness and application in organic halogen compounds, alcohols, phenols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, nitrites, acid, esters, amines, amides, and others. Selected equipments will be assigned to students to prepare some organic compounds, isolate them, purify them, and investigate their properties. Prerequisite: Chemistry 100.
Chem. 300 Organic Chemistry II
This course is continuation of Organic Chemistry I. In this course the reaction mechanism of the groups will be emphasized. Further studies are made on acids, amines, diazonium, salts, etc. Carbohydrates, polynuclear compounds, amino acids and proteins are also studied. As well, some other organic compounds of biological significance will be discussed. Prerequisite: Chemistry 210, Chemistry 300.
Chem. 320 Physical Chemistry
This course covers a study of properties of gas in connection with kinetic molecular theory, atomic and molecular structures. As well, energies under the principles of wave mechanics are discussed. Law of thermodynamics and their applications in chemistry are surveyed. Thermochemistry, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibria and electrochemistry are given quantitative and qualitative treatment. Experimental studies of molecular structures are examined in depth. Prerequisite: Chemistry I, Chemistry II, Physics I.
Chem. 310 Qualitative Inorganic
This is a laboratory course designed to provide students with actual experience in qualitative chemical analysis. Preliminary to the laboratory work, students will be provided the theoretical background of solutions, the nature of solutions, chemical equilibrium, ionic reaction, removal of ions by distillation, formation of weakly ionised substances, precipitation, the relation between solubility and solubility products. Common ion effect is also discussed. The practical part of the course encompasses the separation of the common basic constituents (cation groups I, II, III, IV, V). Prerequisite: Chemistry I.
Chem 410 Quantitative Inorganic
Part A: This is a laboratory course. Adequate theoretical foundation will be provided in connection with stoichiometric concepts. Gravimetric and volumetric principles will be covered. Emphasis will be on laboratory activity where representative examples in each section will be studied. Selected experiments include: determination of water or hydration in crystallized BaCl 2; gravimetric determination of iron sulphate (2 experiments); determination of chloride (argentometry); acid-base titration; standardization of solution, etc. Part B: This part of the course is divided into two sections: Section I – Electroanalytical methods of analysis. Emphasis is given to potentialometry and conductometric titration. Section II – Covers the main techniques of separations. This includes solvent extractions and chromatography in gnarl, paper and thin-layer chromatography are treated in depth. Prerequisite or Co-requisite: Chemistry I
General University Required Course Descriptions
Eng. 100/110 Freshman English I & II
Each course is one semester; together they provide an integrated comprehensive remedial course in English language. Major emphasis is not placed on traditional grammar, but one the oral practices of the living language with exhaustive exercises in comprehension and vocabulary building. In addition to the detailed study of the prescribed oral language passages, various exercises in language structure are utilized that aim at strict practice in correct usage of different parts of speech and punctuation. Handout materials and other aids to supplement classroom teaching will be supplied at the discretion of the instructor. The prescribed text for these courses is – College English.
Eng 210 Writing Skills
The course introduces the principles of writing, and in particular involves in dealing with a variety of techniques ranging from free writing, where the student does not need to be inhibited from practicing writing, since mistakes are not being checked or marked red by the instructor, to writing effective paragraphs. Topic of study in the semester will include, for example, understanding main idea sentence, developing main idea sentence, using supporting details or specific evidences; and the bases for evaluating wiring –unity, support, coherence and sentence skills.
Eng. 200 Reading skills
The course presents a systematic approach to college textbook material that makes students more efficient in their reading and studying. The course text is on comprehension, but in addition to the essential comprehension skills, it presents study skills that are also integral to success in college.
The course emphasizes essential main ideas and supporting details. It also includes reading skills such as predicting and questioning, organizing, and rehearsing of textbook material to be learned.
Phy. 100 Physics I <
