The Chemistry Department offers a program for obtaining a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, covering theoretical and practical knowledge.
Knowledge
PK1 Elucidate basic facts, principles and theories and describe industrial applications in relation to organic, inorganic, analytical and physical chemistry.
PK2 Using appropriate terminology for chemical compounds, either by common names or according to the IUPAC system.
PK3 Describe the quantitative and qualitative principles of chemical analysis, using traditional and instrumental methods.
Skills
1. Intellectual Skills
PI1 Interpret the nature and behavior of chemical compounds, in terms of their classification, chemical structure, reactivity, mechanisms, physical properties, and methods of characterizations using different techniques.
PI2 Analyze chemical data by performing calculations related to general, analytical, physical, organic, and inorganic chemistry.
2. Practical Skills
PP1 Use laboratory equipment and standard procedures safely.
PP2 Carry out various experiments and make precise and careful measurements to generate reliable results.
PP3 Prepare, separate, and analyze compounds.
PP4 Use chemical data effectively, and prepare reports
3. Transferable Skills
PT1 Oral, written and electronic communications.
PT2 Work effectively within a team.
Competences
PC1 Solving problems skill related to quantitative and qualitative information, and solving problems when limited information is available.
PC2 To be able to manage and control quality in factories, scientific and research institutions.
PC3 Continuing professional development
Jordanian General Secondary Certificate with min 60% for Jordanians, 50% for others.
101101 – General Chemistry (1) (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: None
Covers foundational concepts in general chemistry, including the atomic/molecular view of matter, scientific measurements, elements and compounds, the periodic table, the mole and stoichiometry, reactions in aqueous solutions, redox reactions, the quantum mechanical atom, chemical bonding, and bonding theories and structures.
(3-3-0 = total credit hours – lecture – lab/practical)
101102 – General Chemistry (2) (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101101
Focuses on properties of gases, liquids, and solids, intermolecular forces, solutions, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, thermodynamics, and energy changes in chemical processes.
101103 – General Chemistry (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: None
Introduces chemical fundamentals, atomic/molecular concepts, the periodic table, stoichiometry, redox reactions, quantum mechanical atom, basic chemical bonding, and bonding theories.
101106 – General Chemistry (1) Laboratory (1-0-1)
Prerequisites: 101101 or concurrent
Practical course introducing lab safety, equipment usage, qualitative and quantitative analysis, determination of density, empirical formula, limiting reactants, hydrated compounds, volumetric analysis, and chemical analysis in everyday life.
101107 – General Chemistry (2) Laboratory (1-0-1)
Prerequisites: 101106 or concurrent
Practical experiments in molecular weight determination, pH, equilibrium constants, solubility, Faraday’s constant, reaction rates, analysis of hydrogen peroxide, colligative properties, titrations, electrolytic cells, hydrolysis, and buffer systems.
101108 – General Chemistry Laboratory (1-0-1)
Prerequisites: 101103 or concurrent
Lab experiments covering safety, equipment, qualitative tests, and quantitative experiments including empirical formulas, limiting reactants, molecular weights, Faraday’s constant, solubility, volumetric analysis, and vinegar analysis.
101115 – Organic Chemistry for Medical Sciences (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101103
Introduces classification of organic compounds, chemical bonding, hydrocarbons (alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, cycloalkanes, aromatics), stereochemistry, alkyl halides, alcohols, phenols, ethers, epoxides, aldehydes, ketones, amines, carboxylic acids, and derivatives.
101117 – Organic Chemistry Laboratory (1-0-1)
Prerequisites: 101115 or concurrent
Covers separation, purification, synthesis techniques, and identification of functional groups in organic compounds.
101211 – Organic Chemistry (1) (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101102
Covers atomic structure and bonding in organic compounds, classes of compounds (alkanes, cycloalkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl halides), nomenclature, stereochemistry, reaction mechanisms, and synthetic organic chemistry.
101212 – Organic Chemistry (2) (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101211
Covers spectroscopic techniques (MS, UV-Vis, IR, NMR), chemistry of aromatics and functional groups (alcohols, phenols, ethers, epoxides, aldehydes, ketones, acids), nomenclature, stereochemistry, reaction mechanisms, and synthesis.
101213 – Organic Chemistry Laboratory (1) (2-0-2)
Prerequisites: 101211
Practical exercises in separation, purification, synthesis, and functional group identification.
101231 – Inorganic Chemistry (1) (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101102
Introduces atomic structure, electromagnetic radiation, spectra, Bohr model, quantum mechanics, orbitals, bonding theories, VSEPR, molecular symmetry, polyatomic molecules, crystal structures, alloys, ionic bonding, and molecular symmetry concepts.
101232 – Inorganic Chemistry (2) (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101231
Covers Lewis acids/bases, transition metals, coordination chemistry, bonding, electronic structures, isomerism, crystal field and ligand-field theories, transition metal complexes, colors, and spectra.
101241 – Analytical Chemistry (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101102
Introduces analytical chemistry concepts, quantitative analysis, titrimetric and gravimetric methods, chemical equilibrium, acid-base titrations, complex formation, and data treatment.
101243 – Analytical Chemistry Laboratory (1-0-1)
Prerequisites: 101107 or concurrent
Practical lab covering gravimetric and volumetric analysis, acid-base, and redox reactions.
101245 – Chemical Toxicology and Safety (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101102
Covers industrial exposures, toxicology, occupational hygiene, safety rules, medical management, and ecotoxicology.
101311 – Organic Chemistry (3) (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101212
Covers advanced organic chemistry topics: carbanions, enolates, amines, heterocycles, polyaromatics, pericyclic reactions, stereochemistry, reaction mechanisms, and synthesis.
101312 – Organic Chemistry Laboratory (2) (2-0-2)
Prerequisites: 101213
Advanced techniques for separating organic mixtures and identifying compounds based on physical, chemical, and spectral properties.
101313 – Biochemistry (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101212
Covers chemistry of carbohydrates, amino acids, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, metabolic pathways, vitamins, and stereochemistry in biological systems.
101321 – Physical Chemistry (1) (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101102, 103102
Introduces kinetic-molecular theory, molecular collisions, equilibrium, thermodynamics laws, phase recognition, vapor pressure, Clausius-Clapeyron, chemical potential, phase rule, and phase diagrams.
101322 – Physical Chemistry (2) (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101321
Covers chemical kinetics, reactions in solutions, ionic strength, hydrostatic pressure, reaction dynamics, catalysis, electrolyte solutions, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, surface chemistry, and Langmuir isotherms.
101323 – Physical Chemistry Laboratory (1) (2-0-2)
Prerequisites: 101321
Practical experiments in thermodynamics, thermochemistry, spectrophotometry, solutions, and phase equilibria.
101331 – Inorganic Chemistry (3) (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101232
Covers organometallic compounds (s, p, d, f blocks), electron rules, carbonyls, ligands, catalysis, industrial processes, and polymerization.
101333 – Green Chemistry (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101231
Focuses on sustainable chemical products and processes, reducing hazardous substances, energy use, and waste, and the societal impact of green chemistry.
101343 – Instrumental Methods of Analysis (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101243
Covers theoretical and practical aspects of instrumental analysis, including UV/Vis spectroscopy, flame photometry, atomic absorption, IR spectroscopy, electroanalytical methods, HPLC, and GC.
101344 – Instrumental Methods of Analysis Laboratory (1-0-1)
Prerequisites: 101343 or concurrent
Practical exercises using instrumental analysis techniques for qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis.
101345 – Electro-analytical Chemistry (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101241
Covers potentiometry, voltammetry, polarography, coulometry, gas probes, electrogravimetry, and analytical applications.
101346 – Analysis and Synthesis of Chemical Products (1-1-0)
Prerequisites: 101241
Covers preparation, analysis, and applications of industrial chemicals such as detergents, dyes, soaps, and natural products.
101347 – Analysis and Synthesis of Chemical Products Lab (1-0-1)
Prerequisites: 101348 or concurrent
Lab exercises in manufacturing, analyzing, and applying industrial products, including polymers, detergents, cosmetics, dyes, oils, and natural products.
101413 – Heterocyclic Chemistry (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101212
Covers synthesis and reactions of heterocycles, nomenclature, natural occurrence, and biological activity.
101421 – Physical Chemistry (3) (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101322, 103222
Focus on quantum chemistry: electromagnetic radiation, old quantum theory, hydrogen-like atoms, multi-electron atoms, molecular orbital theory, Hückel theory, spectroscopy, Beer-Lambert law, Zeeman effect, and NMR.
101422 – Physical Chemistry Laboratory (2) (2-0-2)
Prerequisites: 101323
Experiments in chemical kinetics, electrochemistry, transport processes, and spectroscopy.
101425 – Colloids and Surface Chemistry (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101322
Introduction to colloid and surface chemistry, properties, preparation, applications, stability, characterization, rheology, coagulation, critical micelle concentration, and emulsions.
101431 – Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory (2-0-2)
Prerequisites: 101232
Practical experiments in synthesis and characterization of transition metal complexes.
101435 – Special Topics in Chemistry (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101232
Courses taught by faculty experts in specialized topics according to their expertise.
101441 – Environmental Chemistry (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101102
Covers environmental chemical concepts, atmosphere, stratospheric chemistry, smog, aerosols, urban/indoor chemistry, and global climate chemistry.
101442 – Chemical Physics (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101421
Focuses on angular momentum, electron spin, and matrices representing electronic structure.
101443 – Physical Organic Chemistry (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101311
Covers the relationship between chemical structure and reactivity, mechanism studies, kinetics, stereochemistry, and spectroscopy.
101446 – Scientific Writing and Seminar (1-1-0)
Prerequisites: None
Introduces literature surveys, citation guidelines, copyrights, plagiarism, and scientific writing, emphasizing research and publication skills.
101447 – Quality Control (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101241
Covers principles of quality, GMP, statistics, lab accreditation, quality costs, inspection, and testing methods.
101448 – Research Project (2-0-2)
Prerequisites: 101445
Conduct research projects under faculty supervision, with possible collaboration with local industries.
101451 – Nuclear Chemistry (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101241
Covers radioactivity, nuclear structure, nuclear properties, decay processes, interactions of radiation with matter, and applications in medicine and analysis.
101452 – Environmental Pollution (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101102
Covers types, causes, and effects of environmental pollution (water, air, noise, soil), ecological impacts, global warming, acid rain, ozone depletion, regulations, and control methods.
101453 – Petroleum Chemistry (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101212
Covers composition of natural gas, coal, petroleum, refining, syngas, methanol, petrochemicals, gasoline, and octane rating.
101454 – Organic Industries (1) (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101212
Introduces industrial organic chemistry, industrial catalysis, and selected organic industries.
101455 – Inorganic Industries (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101232
Covers industrial inorganic chemical production, including sulfur, nitrogen products, minerals, fertilizers, water, gases, solids, cement, glasses, and pigments.
101456 – Computer Applications in Chemistry (1) (3-0-3)
Prerequisites: 101321
Applications of computers in chemistry, including graphing and data analysis.
101457 – Computer Applications in Chemistry (2) (3-0-3)
Prerequisites: 101321
Computer programming for chemistry applications using basic and Fortran languages.
101458 – Organic Industries (2) (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: 101212
Covers additional industrial organic topics: polymers, rubber, plastics, resins, synthetic fibers, sponges, and adhesives.
9100101 – Science and Life (3-3-0)
Prerequisites: None
Covers history of science in the Arab-Islamic world, science and technology in society, contemporary science, technological impacts, and science in developing countries.
