Undergraduate Student Handbook 2013 2014

UCLA CHEMISTRY & BIOCHEMISTRY ORIENTATION HANDBOOK
2013-2014
Table of Contents
Welcome Newsletter...............................................................................................................................................1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................3 Professors & Advisors ...........................................................................................................................................4 Chemistry & Biochemistry Undergraduate Office .............................................................................................6 Majors in Chemistry ..............................................................................................................................................7 Biochemistry ...........................................................................................................................................................8 Chemistry..............................................................................................................................................................11 Physical Chemistry Concentration .....................................................................................................................13 Chemistry-Materials Science ..............................................................................................................................15 Chemistry-Materials Science Organic Concentration .....................................................................................16 General Chemistry ...............................................................................................................................................18 Computing Specialization ...................................................................................................................................20 Tentative Course Offerings for 2013-2014 ........................................................................................................21 Remaining Degree Planner with Unit Totals.....................................................................................................22 Chemistry and Biochemistry Research Tutorial Enrollment Instructions ....................................................24 Frequently Asked Questions ...............................................................................................................................26 Academic Programs for Undergrads in Science ...............................................................................................30 Academic Resources ............................................................................................................................................32 Campus Resources ...............................................................................................................................................33
Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry

WELCOMING THE 2013-2014 INCOMING STUDENTS
CHAIRS MESSAGE Dear Students: We are so excited and happy to welcome you to our family at UCLA Chemistry & Biochemistry. As you begin your new adventure at UCLA, we are delighted to share with you this special condensed version of the 16-page Spring Newsletter that you can nd on our revamped webpage: WWW.CHEMISTRY.UCLA.EDU We invite you to visit our webpage and also join our Facebook (Facebook.com/uclachem) and Twitter (twitter.com/ UCLAChemBiochem) pages, where you can nd weekly updates about the exciting accomplishments and happenings taking place at our department! From these resources, you will nd countless ways to get involved and build new relationships at our department. I am condent that the year will be full of rewarding experiences for all of us. We look forward to sharing this exciting journey with you. Yours Sincerely, Miguel Garcia-Garibay, Chair, UCLA Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry
Photo: Ted Spiegel/ Ted Spiegel/CORBIS
Image from The Super Supercapacitor, a 3-minute video made by award-winning director Brian Davis
Frances Arnold being awarded the National Medal of Technology & Innovation by President Obama
Fast Facts
There are 12 Nobel Laureates with ties to UCLA (3 are alumni and 3 are faculty of the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry) The London Times Higher Education ranks UCLA as the 13th top University in the World and 8th in World Reputation UCLA has 10 National Medal of Science Winners (5 of whom are faculty members in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry) There are 50 National Academy of Science Members (12 of whom are Chemistry & Biochemistry faculty)
The Super Supercapacitor

In The Super Supercapacitor, Maher ElKady (a student in Prof. Richard Kaners group receiving his Ph.D. today!) can be seen throwing a handful of batteries into the battery recycling bin, in favor of running everyday gadgets with a superior replacement, the graphene supercapacitor. Graphene supercapacitors are not only biodegradable, but are also able to charge and discharge about 100 to 1000 times faster than the average alkaline battery.*
Distinguished Lecture Series

We welcome you to join us for the inaugural UCLA Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry Distinguished Lecture Series. The lecture series will be geared toward students, faculty, friends, and alumni whose interests range from systems biology and complex molecule synthesis, to nanomaterials and chemical theory. The Inaugural Fall Lecture will be presented by Professor Frances H. Arnold (CalTech) on November 6, 2013 at UCLA.*
*Full versions of these articles are available in the 2013 Spring Newsletter: www.chemistry.ucla.edu/featured
The 2013 Glenn T. Seaborg Medal will be awarded to Professor Kendall Houk. Houk received A.B., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees at Harvard. He has taught at Louisiana State University and the University of Pittsburgh, before coming to UCLA in 1986. From 1988-1990, he was Director of the Chemistry Division of the National Science Foundation. He was chair of the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry from 1991-1994, and became the Saul Winstein Chair in Organic Chemistry in 2009. The 2013 Seaborg Symposium & Medal Award Dinner will take place on Oct. 26, 2013. Please visit www.seaborg.ucla.edu for more information.
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AWARDS & HONORS Many awards and honors have been bestowed upon our faculty in the past year. These include the ISCB Sr. Scientist Accomplishment Award (Prof. David Eisenberg), $1 Million W.M. Keck Foundation Grant (Prof. Paul Weiss & colleagues), Humboldt Research Award (Prof. Shimon Weiss), and many more, featured on the full version of our newsletter (available at www.chemistry.ucla.edu/featured).
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: RAYMOND AND DOROTHY WILSON Chemistry grabbed hold of Raymond A. Wilson (class of 43) as a teenager, and never let go. Born in Boyle Heights and raised in Inglewood, Wilson recalled having a bent for the sciences, and in high school he took all the science courses that were offered. He enrolled at UCLA in 1939 and never wavered from his decision to major in chemistry. Although Raymond Wilson graduated seventy years ago, he has enduring memories of several UCLA chemistry professors who profoundly affected his life. Wilson credits his UCLA education for giving him an excellent start to an immensely satisfying 40-year career with Shell Oil Company. The Wilsons started their journey of giving back to UCLA in the 1990s, when they donated a piece of real estate to the Chemistry & Biochemistry Department to help fund the new Chemistry Building. During a visit to see the nearly completed building, they were so impressed by Professor Richard Kaner (their tour guide) that they decided to donate funds to support his researchand have done so ever since. Wilsons next major gift came in 2001, when he named UCLA as the beneciary of a large IRA and established the Ray and Dorothy Wilson Endowment in Chemistry, which supports visiting professors and student fellowships in the Department. Over the years, the Shell Oil matching gift program has added generously to the endowment. Through their generosity, Raymond and Dorothy Wilson have built a solid legacy in the Department that is also a lasting tribute to the chemistry professors who, seventy years ago, had such a profound impact on a bright young chemistry student.
The generous support of our Alumni & Friends keeps UCLA at the forefront of innovation and discovery. Please visit www.chemistry.ucla.edu/support-us to nd out how you can join the department in our ongoing efforts to strive for excellence in education and research!
2013 Upcoming Events

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Hawthorne Lecture, Presented by Prof. Philip Power, UC Davis October 9, 2013 (Time and location to be announced*) Seaborg Symposium & Medal Award Dinner, Honoring Prof. Kendall Houk October 26, 2013 (CNSI Auditorium, 12-5:30p.m., Covel Commons, 6:30-8:30 p.m.)
Distinguished Lecture Series, Presented by Prof. Frances H. Arnold, CalTech November 6, 2013 (4:00 p.m., Location to be announced*) Departmental Awards Ceremony November 18, 2013 (Court of Sciences, Room 24, 4:00 p.m.) *You can find more events, seminars, and updates by visiting our website:
WWW.CHEMISTRY.UCLA.EDU
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115th Faculty Research Lectureship, Presented by Prof. Richard Kaner Time and location information to be announced*
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Introduction Welcome to the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry! Enclosed in this packet is some important information about the department, your major, and the College of Letters & Science. All this information and more can be found in the Undergraduate Handbook that is available on our website at: http://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/undergraduate. Please take some time this summer and review the handbook online. Chemistry is concerned with the composition,
structure, and properties of substances. It analyzes the transformations of these substances into others by reactions, and studies the kinds of energy changes that accompany these reactions. The UCLA Chemistry and Biochemistry Department is organized into four inter-related and overlapping sub-disciplines, including: o Inorganic Chemistry - the chemistry of inorganic substances o Organic Chemistry - the chemistry of carbon-containing compounds o Biochemistry - the chemistry of living systems o Physical Chemistry - the physical behavior of substances in relation to their structures and chemical properties Chemistry and biochemistry are complex subjects that require a strong background in math, physics, and biology. As a chemistry or biochemistry major, you will be required to take a series of rigorous preparation courses to aid you in your understanding of the various chemical fields. The organization of the curriculum allows you to begin taking chemistry courses, along with other preparation courses, during your first quarters at UCLA. Since many upper division major courses have preparation courses as prerequisites, you should begin your background preparation early. In fact, we recommend that you take at least one chemistry course each quarter. Additionally, we recommend that you utilize your GE requirements to take courses in writing. The mastery of English is extremely important, and well-developed verbal and writing skills are essential for success in any technical career. Upon completion of the major, you will be equipped to pursue a variety of career options based on your exposure to a wide assortment of fields of study during your undergraduate career. There are many people on campus that can assist you in finding courses, planning for the future, and exploring other resources on campus. Check out the Academic Resources section to make sure you know where to go for help. This packet should serve as a great resource for questions you may have about the department or the major. For further questions, contact the Chemistry & Biochemistry Undergraduate Office Office: 4006 Young Hall Phone: (310) 825-4660 or (310) 825-1859 E-mail: ugrad@chem.ucla.edu
Professors and Advisors Faculty

Department Chairman Miguel Garcia-Garibay Analytical Chemistry Faculty Anne M. Andrews Louis-Serge Bouchard James U. Bowie Xiangfeng Duan Miguel Garcia-Garibay
James K. Gimzewski Yung-Ya Lin Joseph A. Loo Heather D. Maynard Sabeeha S. Merchant
John T. Wasson Paul S. Weiss Shimon Weiss
Bioenergy and the Environment Faculty James U. Bowie Juli Feigon Robert T. Clubb James C. Liao David S. Eisenberg Sabeeha S. Merchant Biophysics Faculty Anastassia N. Alexandrova Anne M. Andrews James U. Bowie Robert T. Clubb David S. Eisenberg Juli Feigon Inorganic Chemistry Faculty Paula L. Diaconescu Xiangfeng Duan Materials and Nanoscience Faculty Anastassia N. Alexandrova Anne M. Andrews Delroy A. Baugh Timothy J. Deming Xiangfeng Duan
Todd O. Yeates
William M. Gelbart James K. Gimzewski Wayne L. Hubbell Christopher J. Lee Alexander J. Levine Raphael D. Levine
Yung-Ya Lin Thomas G. Mason Margot E. Quinlan Paul S. Weiss Shimon Weiss Todd O. Yeates
Richard B. Kaner John T. Wasson
Jeffrey I. Zink
Miguel A. Garcia-Garibay James K. Gimzewski Richard B. Kaner Thomas G. Mason Heather D. Maynard
Yves F. Rubin Benjamin J. Schwartz Sarah H. Tolbert Paul S. Weiss Jeffrey I. Zink
Metabolism, Aging and Development Faculty Guillaume F. Chanfreau Albert J. Courey Catherine F. Clarke Carla M. Koehler Steven G. Clarke Margot E. Quinlan Organic Chemistry Faculty Anne M. Andrews Timothy J. Deming Miguel A. Garcia-Garibay Neil K. Garg Robin L. Garrell
Richard L. Weiss
Patrick G. Harran Kendall N. Houk Michael E. Jung Ohyun Kwon Heather D. Maynard
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Craig A. Merlic Yves F. Rubin Yi Tang
Physical Chemistry Faculty Anastassia N. Alexandrova Anne M. Andrews Delroy A. Baugh David B. Bensimon Louis-Serge Bouchard Peter M. Felker William M. Gelbart
James K. Gimzewski Alexander J. Levine Raphael D. Levine Yung-Ya Lin Thomas G. Mason Daniel Neuhauser Benjamin J. Schwartz
Sarah H. Tolbert Paul S. Weiss Shimon Weiss Gerard C. L. Wong Jeffrey I. Zink
Structural and Computational Biology Faculty James U. Bowie Wayne L. Hubbell Robert T. Clubb Christopher J. Lee David S. Eisenberg Joseph A. Loo Juli Feigon Margot E. Quinlan Systems Biology and Biological Regulation Faculty James U. Bowie Juli Feigon Guillaume F. Chanfreau James W. Gober Catherine F. Clarke Carla M. Koehler Steven G. Clarke James C. Liao Robert T. Clubb Joseph A. Loo Albert J. Courey Harold G. Martinson Systems Biology and Biological Regulation Faculty Anastassia N. Alexandrova James K. Gimzewski Paula L. Diaconescu Kendall N. Houk David S. Eisenberg Christopher J. Lee William M. Gelbart Alexander J. Levine
Emil Reisler Todd O. Yeates
Sabeeha S. Merchant Margot E. Quinlan Emil Reisler Jorge Z. Torres Joan S. Valentine Richard L. Weiss
Raphael D. Levine Daniel Neuhauser Benjamin J. Schwartz Todd O. Yeates
Faculty Advisors
Faculty Advisors provide assistance with academic course planning and meet with students who want to know more details about the content of their chemistry courses. They can also provide important information about different careers in chemistry. Biochemistry Faculty Advisor Dr. Richard Weiss weiss@chem.ucla.edu 5072A Young Hall Chemistry Faculty Advisor Dr. Paula Diaconescu pld@chem.ucla.edu 1515 Molecular Science Bldg. Physical Chemistry Advisor Dr. Tom Mason mason@chem.ucla.edu 3040 Young Hall
Chemistry Materials Science Advisor Dr. Sarah Tolbert tolbert@chem.ucla.edu 3045A Young Hall
General Chemistry Advisor Dr. Steve Hardinger harding@chem.ucla.edu 3077C Young Hall
Chemistry & Biochemistry Undergraduate Office

Undergraduate Office is located in 4006 Young Hall.
Walk-In Hours Only

Undergraduate Advisor Tim Mahlanza tim@chem.ucla.edu 310-825-1859
Monday Friday
8:15AM-5:00 PM
Scheduling & Enrollment Coordinator, Undergraduate Advisor Denise Mantonya denise@chem.ucla.edu 310-825-4660
If you need assistance in planning your schedule or have questions regarding petitions, then stop by. We also answer questions regarding Departmental and/or University regulations, career planning and problems of academic status, information about research projects (Chemistry/Biochemistry 196, 199), faculty room and phone numbers, summer internships, tutoring, scholarships, fellowships and job openings, questions concerning enrollment for all chemistry courses and schedule changes. For more information, please look at the website for the undergraduate program: http://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/undergraduate College Counselors For questions regarding University or College of Letters & Science requirements (e.g. General Education, Foreign Language, Writing I/II, ECP, etc.) and petitions, meet with your College Counseling Unit. o Honors Students - Honors Counseling Office in A-311 Murphy Hall o Academic Advancement Program (AAP) Students AAP Office in 1209 Campbell Hall o Athletes The George Kneller Academic Center (J.D. Morgan Center Suites 121, 127) http://www.uclabruins.com/academics/ucla-academics.html o All Other Students College Counselors in A-316 Murphy Hall http://www.ugeducation.ucla.edu/counseling
MAJORS IN CHEMISTRY
The UCLA Chemistry and Biochemistry Department offers four undergraduate majors, two concentrations, and one specialization: Biochemistry This major is designed primarily for students who are interested in attending graduate school in Biochemistry or related areas. It also satisfies many of the requirements for applying to medical school and other professional schools. Designed primarily for students who are interested in attending graduate school in Chemistry or related areas. It also satisfies some of the requirements for applying to medical school and other professional schools. Physical Chemistry Concentration Designed primarily for Chemistry majors who are interested in attending graduate school in Physical Chemistry, Physics, or related areas. Chemistry-Materials Science Designed primarily for students who are interested in chemistry with an emphasis on material properties. The major provides appropriate preparation for graduate studies in fields emphasizing interdisciplinary research involving chemistry, engineering, and applied science. Chemistry-Materials Science Organic Concentration Designed primarily for students who are interested in chemistry with an emphasis on the material properties of organic matter. The major provides appropriate preparation for graduate studies in fields emphasizing interdisciplinary research involving chemistry, engineering, and applied science. General Chemistry* Intended for students who wish to acquire considerable background in chemistry in preparation for careers outside chemistry. It may be appropriate for students who plan careers in environmental science, patent law, public health, or teaching with an emphasis on science, or other career paths. Can be added to any of the four majors above. Designed for students who are interested in adding computer programming and computational chemistry to their Chemistry, Biochemistry, General Chemistry, or Chemistry-Materials Science degree.
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*NoteThis major requires a proposal and departmental approval
UCLA BIOCHEMISTRY MAJOR 2013-2014

BIOCHEMISTRY MAJOR (B.S.): This major is designed primarily for students who are interested in attending graduate school in Biochemistry or related areas. It also satisfies many of the requirements of pre-medical and other pre-professional schools. Refer to the UCLA General Catalog (http://www.registrar.ucla.edu/catalog) for course descriptions and requisites. For more details about this major and others offered in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, consult the Undergraduate Office in 4006 Young Hall.
Preparation for the Major

General Chemistry (Chem) Organic Chemistry (Chem) Math Physics Life Science 20A(H), 20B(H), 20L, 30AL 30A(H), 30B, 30BL, 30C 31A, 31B, 32A (33A recommended) 6A(H), 6B(H), 6C(H) OR 1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 4BL Lifesci 2, Lifesci 23L*, Lifesci 3, Lifesci 4
(H) indicates that an HONORS section may be available *consult the Life Sciences Core Office about the sequencing of this course
Upper Division (UD) Major Requirements

Chemistry (Chem) Biochemistry (Chem) One Chemistry or Biochemistry Elective (4 Units) Three Electives (12 Units) 110A 153A(H), 153B(H), 153C(H), 153L, 154, 156 One upper division or graduate-level Chemistry (Chem) course Three upper division or graduate level courses from the approved list (see separate list).
Important Notes
You may not take or repeat a chemistry or biochemistry course for credit if it is a prerequisite for a more advanced course for which you already have credit. Seminars, individual study courses, and research courses (e.g. 196, 199) may not be used to satisfy the requirements for the biochemistry major. You must maintain at least an overall 2.0 GPA in the upper division coursework taken to fulfill the major requirements. All Prep for Major and UD Major courses must be taken for a letter grade. Contact the Life Sciences Core Office about scheduling Lifesci 23L.
Class Scheduling
The following is a possible schedule for the first six quarters for students planning to major in Biochemistry. A normal course load is 16 units per quarter; students should also integrate their lower division general education requirements. Course Chemistry Mathematics Physics Other English 3 (5) 1 (units) 20A (4) 31A (4) 2 (units) 20B (4) & 20L (3) 31B (4) 3 (units) 30A (4) & 30AL (4) 32A (4) 6A (5) Life Sci. 2 (4) 6B (5) 6C (5) QUARTER 4 (units) 30B (4) 5 (units) 30C (4) & 30BL (3) 6 (units) 153A (4)
Life Sci. 3 (4) Life Sci. 4 (5)
Class Scheduling
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This table outlines the recommended course combinations and timing for the advanced Chemistry courses: Quarter Chemistry 7 153L, [153B(H) or 153C(H)] 8 110A, [153B(H) or 153C(H)] 9 154 10 156 11 12
Upper Division (UD) Chemistry Courses

The program of upper division courses for the Biochemistry major should be planned with care. Particular attention should be paid to prerequisites for advanced courses and to the quarter(s) in which courses are offered. Course 110A 153A(H) 153B(H) 153C(H) 153L 154 156 Course Title Physical Chemistry: Chemical Thermodynamics Prerequisite(s) Chem 20B; Math 32A; [Physics 1A, 1B, 1C*, OR Physics 6A, 6B, 6C*]
Biochemistry: Intro to Structure, Chem 30B with grade of C- or better; Enzymes, and Metabolism (Life Science 2, 23L, 3) Biochemistry: DNA, RNA, and Protein Synthesis Biochemistry: Biosynthetic and Energy Metabolism and Its Regulation Biochemical Methods I Biochemical Methods II Physical Biochemistry Chem 153A(H); Life Science 2, 3 Chem 153A(H) Chem 30B, 30BL, 153A(H)* with grades of C- or better Chem 153A(H), 153B(H), 153L with grades of C- or better; (156) Chem 110A, 153A(H)
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* indicates may be taken concurrently with the course
College Requirements for the B.S. Degree

Requirements for the B.S. degree established by the College of Letters and Science are listed in the UCLA General Catalog. A minimum of 180 quarter units are required for the degree; 60 of these 180 units must be upper division (course numbers 100-199). Check your DPR to determine your allotted maximum number of quarter units. Note: the Biochemistry UD Requirements satisfy at least 45 UD units.
BIOCHEMISTRY UPPER DIVISION (UD) ELECTIVES

Students entering major before Fall 2011: One Chem Elective (4 units) Four UD Electives (16 units)
Chem C100 Chem 103 Chem M104 Chem C105 Chem C108 Chem 110B Chem 113A Chem C113B Chem 114 Chem C115A Chem C115B Chem M117 Chem 118 Chem M120 Chem 121 Chem C123A Chem C123B Chem 125 Chem C126A Chem CM127 Chem 136 Chem C140 Chem C143A Chem C143B Chem 144 Chem C145 Chem C159A Chem C159B Chem CM160A Chem C160B Chem C161A Chem C164 Chem C165 Chem CM170 Chem 171 Chem 172 Chem C174 Chem C175 Chem C176 Chem C179 Chem C180 Chem C181 Chem 184 Chem C185 Anthro 153 A&O Sci 104 A&O Sci M105 A&O Sci M140 A&O Sci 141 A&O Sci 145 BioEng 100 Biol Ch M140 Biomath 106 Biomath 108 Biomath C108C Biomath 110 Biomath 160 Biomath 170A BioMed Eng C101 BioMed Eng CM180 BioMed Eng C185 Biostat 100A Biostat 100B Biostat 110A Biostat 110B Biostat 115 ChemEng 100 ChemEng 101A ChemEng 109 ChemEng 110 ChemEng CM145 C&EE 108 EE Biol 100 EE Biol 101 EE Biol 103 EE Biol 105 EE Biol 109 EE Biol 110 EE Biol 111 EE Biol 112 EE Biol 113A EE Biol 114A EE Biol 115 EE Biol 116 EE Biol 117 EE Biol C119 EE Biol 120 EE Biol 121 EE Biol 122 EE Biol 128 EE Biol 129 EE Biol 130 EE Biol 134A EE Biol 135 EE Biol 136 EE Biol 137 EE Biol M139 EE Biol M145 EE Biol 146 EE Biol 151A EE Biol 154 EE Biol M158 EE Biol 162 EE Biol 168 EE Biol 170 EE Biol 175 EE Biol 181 Elec Eng M185 Environ 121 Env Hlt 100 Env Hlt C140 Env Hlt C185B Epidem 100 E&S Sci C107 E&S Sci C109 E&S Sci M118 Grntlgy M119X Hum Gen C144 Hum Gen CM156 M Pharm 110A M Pharm 110B Math 110A(H) Math 110B(H) Math 110C Math 111 Math 115A Math 115B Math 117 Math 120A Math 120B Math 121 Math 123 Math 131A Math 131AX Math 131B Math 131C Math 132 Math 134 Math 135 Math 136 Math 142
Students entering major Fall 2011 and later: One Chem Elective (4 units) Three UD Electives (12 units)
Math 143 Math 146 Math 149 Math 151A Math 151B Math 153 Math 157 Math 164 Math 167 Math 170A Math 170B Math 171 Math 172A Math 172B MCD Bio 100 MCD Bio 138 MCD Bio M140 MCD Bio C141 MCD Bio 143 MCD Bio C150 MCD Bio 155 MCD Bio CM156 MCD Bio 162 MCD Bio 165A MCD Bio 165B MCD Bio 168 MCD Bio M170 MCD Bio 172 MCD Bio C174A MCD Bio C174B MCD Bio C174D MCD Bio M175A MCD Bio M175B MCD Bio M175C Med Hist M169 MIMG 100L MIMG 101 MIMG 102 MIMG 103L MIMG 106 MIMG 120 MIMG 132 MIMG CM133 MIMG CM156 MIMG 168 MIMG C174 MIMG 185A Mol Tox M110A MS&Eng CM180 Neurbio M169 Neurosc M101A Neurosc M101B Neurosc M101C Neurosc 101L Neurosc 102 Neurosc M119L Neurosc M119N Neurosc M130 Neurosc M145 Neurosc M148 Neurosc C172 Philos M134 PhySci 100 PhySci 111A PhySci 111B PhySci 111L PhySci 124 PhySci C126 PhySci 133 PhySci 135 PhySci 136 PhySci C137 PhySci 138 PhySci C144 PhySci M145 PhySci 147 PhySci M148 PhySci 149 PhySci C150 PhySci C152 PhySci 153 PhySci 155 PhySci M158 PhySci 165 PhySci 166 PhySci 167 PhySci 173 PhySci M180A PhySci M180B PhySci M180C PhySci M181 Physics 105A Physics 105B Physics 108 Physics 110A Physics 110B Physics 112 Physics 114 Physics 115A Physics 115B Physics 115C Physics 116 Physics 117 Physics M122 Physics 123 Physics 124 Physics 126 Physics 131 Physics 132 Physics 140A Physics 140B Physics 150 Physics 160 Physics 180A Physics 180B Physics 180C Physics 180D Physics 180E Physics C185 Psych 100A Psych 115 Psych 116 Psych M117A Psych M117B Psych M117C Psych M117J Psych M119L Psych M119N Psych 119R Psych M119X Pub Hlt 150 SocGen 102W (M102) Stats 100A Stats 100B Stats 100C
If electives do not show up on your DPR, call your department advisor at (310) 825-1859.
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UCLA CHEMISTRY MAJOR 2013-2014

CHEMISTRY MAJOR (B.S.): This major is designed primarily for students who are interested in attending graduate school in Chemistry or related areas. It also satisfies some of the requirements of pre-medical and pre-professional schools. Refer to the UCLA General Catalog (www.registrar.ucla.edu/catalog) for course descriptions and requisites. For more details about this major and others offered in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, consult the Undergraduate Office in 4006 Young Hall.

General Chemistry (Chem) Organic Chemistry (Chem) Math Physics 20A(H), 20B(H), 20L, 30AL 30A(H), 30B, 30BL, 30C, 30CL 31A, 31B, 32A, 32B, 33B 1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 4BL
(H) indicates that an HONORS section may be available
Upper Division Major Requirements

Chemistry (Chem) Biochemistry (Chem) One Chemistry Elective (4 units) Chemistry Laboratory (Choose one)
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110A, 113A, [110B OR C113B], 114(H), [136+ OR 144+], 171, C172 153A(H), 153L One upper division or graduate-level Chemistry (Chem) course (see list on back) 118, 136+, 144+, 154, C174, 184, C185
[ ] Pick one course enclosed in brackets
Course may only be applied once to the major
Important Notes
You may not take or repeat a chemistry or biochemistry course for credit if it is a prerequisite for a more advanced course for which you already have credit. Seminars, individual study courses, and research courses (e.g. 196, 199) may not be used to satisfy the requirements for the Chemistry major. You must maintain at least an overall 2.0 GPA in the upper division coursework taken to fulfill the major requirements. All Prep for Major and UD Major courses must be taken for a letter grade.
Class Scheduling
The following schedule for the first six quarters is recommended for students planning to major in Chemistry. A normal course load is 16 units per quarter; students should also integrate their lower division general education requirements. Course Chemistry Mathematics Physics 1 (units) 20A (4) 31A (4) 2 (units) 20B (4) & 20L (3) 31B (4) 1A (5) QUARTER 3 (units) 4 (units) 30A (4) & 30AL (4) 32A (4) 1B (5) 30B (4) & 30BL (3) 32B (4) 1C (5) & 4BL (2) 5 (units) 30C (4) & 30CL (4) 33B (4) 6 (units) 171 (4) & [110A (4) OR 113A (4)]
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Upper Division (UD) Chemistry Elective Courses

The program of upper division courses for the Chemistry major should be planned with care. Particular attention should be paid to prerequisites for advanced courses and to the quarter(s) in which courses are offered. Please use the following list as a guide to plan your elective courses. Course
103 C115A C115B 118 C123A C123B 125 C126A 136 C140 C143A C143B 144 C145 153B(H) 153C(H) CM153G 154 156 CM160A C160B
Course Title
Environmental Chemistry Quantum Chemistry Quantum Chemistry Colloidal Dynamics Laboratory Classical and Statistical Thermodynamics Classical and Statistical Thermodynamics Computers in Chemistry Computational Methods for Chemists Organic Structural Methods Bionanotechnology Structure and Mechanism in Organic Chemistry Mechanism and Structure in Organic Chemistry Practical and Theoretical Introductory Organic Synthesis Theoretical and Computational Organic Chemistry Biochemistry: DNA, RNA, and Protein Synthesis Biochemistry: Biosynthetic and Energy Metabolism and Its Regulation Advanced Principles of Molecular and Cellular Biosciences I Biochemical Methods II Physical Biochemistry Intro to Bioinformatics
Prerequisite(s)
Chem 30B, 30BL, 110A, 153A(H), 153L Chem 113A; Math 32B, 33A with grades of C- or better (see catalog) Chem C115A with grade of C- or better [Chem 110A, 110B with grades of B or better OR equivalent Statistical Mechanics courses from engineering, math, or physics] Chem [110B or 156] (113A) Chem [110B or 156] (113A) Chem 110A, 110B, 113A; Prep: working knowledge of Fortran IV or PL/1 Chem 110A; Math 33B; Prep: programming experience in BASIC, Fortran, C, C++, Java, or Pascal Chem 30C, 30CL with grades of C- or better Chem 30C, 110A Chem 30C, 30CL*, 110B, 113A with grades of C- or better Chem C143A with grade of C- or better Chem 30C, 30CL with grades of C- or better Chem 30C, 113A Chem 153A(H); Life Sciences 2, 3 Chem 153A(H) Chem 110A, 153A, 153B, 153C, 156 Chem 153A(H), 153B(H), 153L with grades of C- or better (156) Chem 110A, 153A [Biostats 100A OR 110A OR Math 170A OR Stats 100A OR 110A]; [Comp Sci 180 OR PIC 60] with grades of C- or better. Chem CM160A with grade of C- or better (PIC 60; Stats 100A, 110A) Chem 153C Chem 153A and [153B OR 153C] with grades of C- or better Chem 30CL, C172 with grades of C- or better Chem 110A, 110B, 113A, C172 Chem 113A, C172 Chem Chem Chem Chem Chem 153A(H), 171 C172 30B, 110A 30CL, 110A with grades of C- or better 30AL, 110A, 113A, 171 [ ] pick one course enclosed in brackets bold indicates courses that satisfy the lab requirement
Algorithms in Bioinformatics and Systems Biology C161A Plant Biochemistry C164 Free Radicals in Biology and Medicine C174 Inorganic and Metalorganic Lab Methods C175 Inorganic Reaction Mechanisms C176 Group Theory and Applications to Inorganic Chemistry C179 Biological Inorganic Chemistry C180 Solid-State Chemistry C181 Polymer Chemistry 184 Chemical Instrumentation C185 Materials Chemistry Lab * indicates may be taken concurrently with the course ( ) recommended courses

Requirements for the B.S. degree established by the College of Letters and Science are listed in the UCLA General Catalog. A total of at least 180 quarter units are required for the degree; 60 of these 180 units must be upper division (course numbers 100-199). ). Check your DPR to determine your allotted maximum number of quarter units. Note: the Chemistry UD Requirements satisfy at least 47 UD units.
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UCLA PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CONCENTRATION 2013-2014

CHEMISTRY MAJOR (B.S.), PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CONCENTRATION: This concentration is designed primarily for Chemistry majors who are interested in attending graduate school in Physical Chemistry/Physics or related areas. It may also satisfy some of the needs of pre-medical and other pre-professional schools. Refer to the UCLA General Catalog (www.registrar.ucla.edu/catalog) for course descriptions and requisites. For more details about this major and others offered in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, consult the Undergraduate Office in 4006 Young Hall.

General Chemistry (Chem) Organic Chemistry (Chem) Math Physics 20A(H), 20B(H), 20L, 30AL 30A(H), 30B, 30BL 31A, 31B, 32A, 32B, 33A, 33B 1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 4BL
Concentration Course Requirements

Chemistry (Chem) One Laboratory Elective (4 units) 110A, 110B, 113A, C113B, [114(H) OR 118+], 153A(H), 171, C172 Chem 118+, M120, 184, C185; Physics 117, 180B, 180C; Electrical Engineering 122L, 172L Three approved elective lectures chosen from upper division or graduate courses Three Lecture Electives in physics, mathematics, electrical engineering, physical chemistry, physical (12 units) inorganic chemistry, biophysical chemistry, or physical organic chemistry (see approved elective list on back). + course may only be applied once to the major
Important Notes You may not take or repeat a chemistry or biochemistry course for credit if it is a prerequisite for a
more advanced course for which you already have credit. the requirements for the Physical Chemistry major. requirements.
Seminars, individual study courses, and research courses (e.g. 196, 199) may not be used to satisfy You must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA in the upper division coursework taken to fulfill the major All Prep for Major and UD Major courses must be taken for a letter grade. By their junior year, students are strongly encouraged to join a research group within the physical
chemistry division to obtain research experience. Chemistry, Math, and Physics.
You must have at least a combined 3.0 GPA in the following Prep for Major courses: General
Class Scheduling Preparation for the Major
The following schedule for the first six quarters is recommended for students planning to major in the Physical Chemistry Concentration. A normal course load is 16 units per quarter; students should also integrate their lower division general education requirements.
Course Chemistry Mathematics Physics
1 (units)
20A (4) 31A (4)
2 (units)
20B (4) & 20L (3) 31B (4) 1A (5)
QUARTER 3 (units) 4 (units)

30A (4) & 30AL (4) 32A (4) 1B (5) 30B (4) & 30BL (3) 32B (4) 1C (5) & 4BL (2)
5 (units)
171 (4) & 110A (4) 33A (4)
6 (units)
153A (4) 33B (4)
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Approved Upper Division (UD) Lecture Electives (pick 3
12 units)
The program of upper division courses for the Physical Chemistry major should be planned with care. Particular attention should be paid to prerequisites for advanced courses and the quarter(s) in which courses are offered. Course Chemistry C115A C115B C123A C123B 125 C143A C145 156 C176 C180 C215C 215D M223C 225 Physics 105A 105B 110A 110B 131 132 140A Quantum Chemistry Quantum Chemistry Classical & Statistical Thermodynamics Classical & Statistical Thermodynamics Computers in Chemistry Structure & Mechanism in Organic Chem Theoretical & Computational OChem Physical Biochemistry Group Theory & Apps to Inorganic Chem Solid-State Chemistry Advanced Quantum Chem: Applications Molecular Spectra, Diffraction,& Structure Nonequilibritum Statistical Mechanics & Molecular Biophysics Chemical Kinetics Chem 113A; Math 32B, 33A with grades of C- or better (See catalog) [Chem 115A OR Physics 115B] with grade of C- or better Chem [110B OR 156] (113A) Chem [110B OR 156] (113A) Chem 110A, 110B, 113A; Prep: See catalog Chem 30C, 30CL*, 110B, 113A with grades of C- or better Chem 30C, 113A Chem 110A, 153A Chem 113A, C172 Chem C172 Chem C215B Chem C215B; Physics 131 [{Chem C215B and C223B} OR Physics 215A] Chem C215B, C223B Physics 1A(H), 1B(H), Physics 1A(H), 1B(H), Physics 1A(H), 1B(H), Physics 1A(H), 1B(H), Physics 1A(H), 1B(H), Physics 1A(H), 1B(H), Physics 112 Physics 1A(H), 1B(H), Prep: See catalog Math Math Math Math Math Math Math Math Math Math Math 1C(H); 1C(H), 1C(H), 1C(H), 1C(H); 1C(H), Math 32B, 33A, 33B* 105A 131; Math 32B, 33A, 33B 110A; Math 32B, 33A, 33B Math 32B, 33A, 33B 131; Math 32B, 33A, 33B Course Title Prerequisite(s)
Analytic Mechanics Analytic Mechanics Electricity and Magnetism Electricity and Magnetism Mathematical Methods of Physics Mathematical Methods of Physics Intro to Solid-State Physics Numerical Analysis Techniques & Particle 160 Simulations Mathematics 115A Liner Algebra 115B Linear Algebra 132 Complex Analysis for Applications 134 Linear & Nonlinear Systems of Diff. Eq. 135 Ordinary Differential Equations 136 Partial Differential Equations 142 Mathematical Modeling 146 Methods of Applied Mathematics 151A Applied Numerical Methods 151B Applied Numerical Methods 153 Numerical Methods for Partial Diff. Eq. Electrical Engineering 100 Electrical & Electronic Circuits 101 Engineering Electromagentics 102 Systems and Signals 121B Principles of Semiconductor Device Design 136 Intro to Eng. Optimization Techniques 172 Intro to Lasers & Quantum Electronics 173 Photonic Devices
* indicates may be taken concurrently with the course
1C(H), 105A, 105B, 110A, 110B;
33A 115A 32B, 33B 33B, 115A 33A, 33B 33A, 33B 32B, 33B 32B, 33B 32B, 33B, 115A; PIC 10A 151A 151A, 151B
[ElecEng 1 OR Physics 1C]; Math 33A, 33B

[ElecEng 1 OR Physics 1C]; [{Math 32A & 32B} OR {33A & 33B}]
[ElecEng 1 OR Physics 1C]; Math 33A, 33B ElecEng 2 ElecEng 103; Math 32A, 33A ElecEng 101 ElecEng 101
( ) recommended courses
[ ] pick one course enclosed in brackets

Requirements for the B.S. degree established by the College of Letters and Science are listed in the UCLA General Catalog. A total of 180 quarter units are required for the degree; 60 of these 180 units must be upper division (course numbers 100-199). Check your DPR to determine your allotted maximum number of quarter units. Note: the Physical Chemistry Concentration UD Requirements satisfy at least 49 UD units.
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UCLA CHEMISTRY-MATERIALS SCIENCE MAJOR 2013-2014

CHEMISTRY-MATERIALS SCIENCE MAJOR (B.S.): This major is designed primarily for students who are interested in chemistry with an emphasis on material properties. The major provides appropriate preparation for graduate studies in fields emphasizing interdisciplinary research involving chemistry, engineering, and applied science. Refer to the UCLA General Catalog (www.registrar.ucla.edu/catalog) for course descriptions and requisites. For more details about this major and others offered in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, consult the Undergraduate Office in 4006 Young Hall.

General Chemistry (Chem) Organic Chemistry (Chem) Math Physics 20A(H), 20B(H), 20L, 30AL 30A(H) 31A, 31B, 32A, 32B, 33B 1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 4BL
(H) indicates that an HONORS section is available

Chemistry (Chem) One Chemistry Elective (4 units) Materials Science & Engineering Two Materials Science & Engineering Electives (8 units) Laboratory Electives (7 units)
+
110A, 113A, 171, C185, [C172+ or C180+ or C181+] 110B, 113B, C172+, C174, C175, C176, C180+, C181+ 104, 110, 110L, 120, 131, [121+ or 150+ or 160+] 111, 121+, 122, 132, 150+, 160+, 162, CM180 Chem 114, 118, 184; Materials Science & Engineering 121L, 131L, 161L [ ] Pick one course enclosed in brackets
Course may only be applied once to the major
Important Notes You may not take or repeat a chemistry or biochemistry course for credit if it is a prerequisite for a more
advanced course for which you already have credit.
Seminars, individual study courses, and research courses (e.g. 196, 199) may not be used to satisfy the
requirements for the Chemistry Materials Science major. requirements.
You must maintain at least an overall 2.0 GPA in the upper division coursework taken to fulfill the major All Prep for Major and UD Major courses must be taken for a letter grade. Class Scheduling Preparation for the Major
The following schedule for the first six quarters is recommended for students planning to major in Chemistry-Materials Science. A normal course load is 16 units per quarter; students should also integrate their lower division general education requirements.
Course
Chemistry MatSci &Eng Mathematics Physics
QUARTER
1 (units) 20A (4) 2 (units) 20B (4) & 20L (3) 3 (units) 30A (4) & 30AL (4) 104 (4) 31A (4) 31B (4) 1A (5) 32A (4) 1B (5) 32B (4) 1C (5) 33B (4) 4BL (2) 4 (units) 5 (units) 171 (4) 6 (units) [110A (4) OR C172 (4)] 110 (4) & 110L (2)
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Upper Division (UD) Courses

The program of upper division courses for the Chemistry-Materials Science major should be planned with care. Particular attention should be paid to prerequisites for advanced courses and the quarter(s) in which courses are offered. Course 110A 110B 113A C113B 114 (H) 118 171 C172 C174 C175 C176 C180 C181 184 C185 104 110 Course Title Physical Chemistry: Chemical Thermodynamics Physical Chemistry: Intro to Statistical Mechanics and Kinetics Physical Chemistry: Intro to Quantum Mechanics Physical Chemistry: Intro to Molecular Spectroscopy Physical Chemistry Lab Colloidal Dynamics Lab Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Inorganic and Metalorganic Lab Methods Inorganic Reaction Mechanisms Group Theory and Applications to Inorganic Chemistry Solid-State Chemistry Polymer Chemistry Chemical Instrumentation Materials Chemistry Lab Prerequisite(s) Chem 20B; Math 32A; Physics 1A, 1B, 1C* Chem 110A, 113A; Math 32B Chem 20B; Math 32A, 32B, 33B; Physics 1A, 1B, 1C with grades of C- or better Chem 113A Chem 30AL, 110A, 113A with grades of C- or better; [110B* OR C113B*] [Chem 110A, 110B with grades of B or better OR equivalent Statistical Mechanics courses from engineering, math, or physics] Chem 30B with grade of C- or better Chem 171 with grade of C- or better Chem 30CL, C172 with grades of C- or better Chem 110A, 110B, 113A, C172 Chem 113A, C172 Chem Chem Chem Chem C172 30B, 110A 30CL, 110A with grades of C- or better 30AL, 110A, 113A, 171
Chemistry
Material Science & Engineering

Science of Engineering Materials Intro to Materials Characterization A (Crystal Structure, Nanostructures, and X-Ray Scattering) 110L Intro to Materials Characterization A Lab 111 Intro to Materials Characterization B (Electron Microscopy) 120 Physics of Materials 121 Materials Science of Semiconductors 121L Materials Science of Semiconductors Lab 122 Principles of Electronic Materials Processing 131 Diffusion and Diffusion-Controlled Reactions 131L Diffusion and Diffusion-Controlled Reactions Lab 132 Structure and Properties of Metallic Alloys 150 Intro to Polymers 160 Intro to Ceramics and Glasses 161L Lab in Ceramics 162 Electronic Ceramics CM180 Intro to Biomaterials * indicates may be taken concurrently with the course ( ) recommended courses Chem 20A, 20B, 20L; Physics 1A, 1B MatSci&Eng 104 MatSci&Eng 104 MatSci&Eng 104, 110 [{MatSci&Eng 104 and 110} OR Chem 113A] MatSci&Eng 120 MatSci&Eng 121* MatSci&Eng 104 MatSci&Eng 130 MatSci&Eng 131* MatSci&Eng 131 None MatSci&Eng 104, 130 MatSci&Eng 160 (161*) MatSci&Eng 104; [Electrical Eng 1 OR Physics 1] [MatSci&Eng 104 OR {Chem 20A, 20B and 20L}] [ ] pick one course enclosed in brackets bold indicates courses that satisfy the lab requirement
College Requirements for the B.S. Degree Requirements for the B.S. degree established by the College of Letters and Science are listed in the UCLA General Catalog. A total of 180 quarter units are required for the degree; 60 of these 180 units must be upper division (course numbers 100-199). Check your DPR to determine your allotted maximum number of quarter units. Note: the Chemistry-Materials Science UD Requirements satisfy at least 58 UD units.
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UCLA CHEMISTRY-MATERIALS SCIENCE ORGANIC CONCENTRATION 2013-2014

CHEMISTRY-MATERIALS SCIENCE MAJOR (B.S.), ORGANIC CONCENTRATION: This concentration is designed primarily for students who are interested in chemistry with an emphasis on the material properties of organic matter. The major provides appropriate preparation for graduate studies in fields emphasizing interdisciplinary research involving chemistry, engineering, and applied science. Refer to the UCLA General Catalog (www.registrar.ucla.edu/catalog) for course descriptions and requisites. For more details about this major and others offered in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, consult the Undergraduate Office in 4006 Young Hall.

General Chemistry (Chem) Organic Chemistry (Chem) Math Physics 20A(H), 20B(H), 20L, 30AL 30A(H), 30B, 30BL, 30C, 30CL 31A, 31B, 32A, 32B, 33B 1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 4BL
(H) indicates that an HONORS section is available

Chemistry (Chem) One Chemistry Elective (4 units) Materials Science & Engineering One Materials Science & Engineering Elective (4 units) Laboratory Electives (7 units) 110A, 113A, 136, 171, C185 110B, C113B, C143A, C143B, 144, C172, C174, C175, C176, C180, C181 104, 110, 110L, 120, 150 111, 121, 122, 131, 132, 160, 162, CM180 Chem 114, 118, 184; Materials Science & Engineering 121L, 131L, 161L
Important Notes You may not take or repeat a chemistry or biochemistry course for credit if it is a prerequisite for a
more advanced course for which you already have credit.
Seminars, individual study courses, and research courses (e.g. 196, 199) may not be used to satisfy
the requirements for the Chemistry Materials Science Organic Concentration major. requirements.
You must maintain at least an overall 2.0 GPA in the upper division coursework taken to fulfill the major All Prep for Major and UD Major courses must be taken for a letter grade. Class Scheduling Preparation for the Major
The following schedule for the first six quarters is strongly recommended for students planning to major in ChemistryMaterials Science with the Organic Concentration. A normal course load is 16 units per quarter; students should also integrate their lower division general education requirements.
COURSES
Chemistry MatSci&Eng Mathematics Physics
QUARTER
1 (units) 20A (4) 2 (units) 20B (4) & 20L (3) 3 (units) 30A (4) & 30AL (4) 4 (units) 30B (4) & 30BL (3) 5 (units) 30C (4) & 30CL (4) 6 (units) 171 (4) & 110A (4) 104 (4) 31A (4) 31B (4) 1A (5) 32A (4) 1B (5) 32B (4) 1C (5) 33B (4) 4BL (2)
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Upper Division (UD) Courses

The program of upper division courses for the Chemistry-Materials Science major should be planned with care. Particular attention should be paid to prerequisites for advanced courses and the quarter(s) in which courses are offered.
Course
Course Title Physical Chemistry: Chemical Thermo Physical Chemistry: Intro to Statistical Mechanics and Kinetics Physical Chemistry: Intro to Quantum Mechanics Physical Chemistry: Intro to Molecular Spectroscopy Physical Chemistry Lab Colloidal Dynamics Lab Organic Structural Methods Structure and Mechanism in Organic Chemistry Mechanism and Structure in Organic Chemistry Practical and Theoretical Introductory Organic Synthesis Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Inorganic and Metalorganic Lab Methods Inorganic Reaction Mechanisms Group Theory and Applications to Inorganic Chemistry Solid-State Chemistry Polymer Chemistry Chemical Instrumentation Materials Chemistry Laboratory Science of Engineering Materials Intro to Materials Characterization A (Crystal Structure, Nanostructures, and X-Ray Scattering) Intro to Materials Characterization A Lab Intro to Materials Characterization B (Electron Microscopy) Physics of Materials Materials Science of Semiconductors Materials Science of Semiconductors Lab Principles of Electronic Materials Processing Diffusion and Diffusion-Controlled Reactions Diffusion and Diffusion-Controlled Reactions Lab Structure and Properties of Metallic Alloys Intro to Polymers Intro to Ceramics and Glasses Laboratory in Ceramics Electronic Ceramics Introduction to Biomaterials
Prerequisite(s) Chem 20B; Math 32A or 3C; Physics 1A, 1B, 1C* Chem 110A, 113A; Math 32B Chem 20B; Math 32A, 32B, 33B; Physics 1A, 1B, 1C with grades of C- or better Chem 113A Chem 30AL, 110A, 113A with grades of C- or better; [110B* OR C113B*] [Chem 110A, 110B with grades of B or better OR equivalent Statistical Mechanics course from engineering, math, or physics] Chem 30C, 30CL with grades of C- or better Chem 30C, 30CL*, 110B, 113A with grades of C- or better Chem C143A with grade of C- or better Chem 30C, 30CL with grades of C- or better Chem Chem Chem Chem Chem Chem Chem Chem Chem 30B with grade of C- or better 171 with grade of C- or better 30CL, C172 with grades of C- or better 110A, 110B, 113A, C172 113A, C172 C172 30B, 110A 30CL, 110A with grades of C- or better 30AL, 110A, 113A, 171
Chemistry
110A 110B 113A C113B 114 (H) 118 136 C143A C143B 144 171 C172 C174 C175 C176 C180 C181 184 C185 104 110 110L 111 120 121 121L 122 131 131L 132 150 160 161L 162 CM180
Materials Science & Engineering

Chem 20A, 20B, 20L; Physics 1A, 1B MatSci&Eng 104 MatSci&Eng 104 MatSci&Eng 104, 110 [{MatSci&Eng 104 and 110} OR Chem 113A] MatSci&Eng 120 MatSci&Eng 121* MatSci&Eng 104 MatSci&Eng 130 MatSci&Eng 131* MatSci&Eng 131 None MatSci&Eng 104, 130 MatSci&Eng 160 (161*) MatSci&Eng 104; [Electrical Eng 1 OR Physics 1] [MatSci&Eng 104 OR Chem {20A, 20B and 20L}]
[ ] pick one course enclosed in brackets bold indicates courses that satisfy the lab requirement
* indicates may be taken concurrently with the course ( ) recommended courses

Requirements for the B.S. degree established by the College of Letters and Science are listed in the UCLA General Catalog. A total of 180 quarter units are required for the degree; 60 of these 180 units must be upper division (course numbers 100-199). Check your DPR to determine your allotted maximum number of quarter units. Note: the Chemistry-Materials Science Organic Concentration UD Requirements satisfy at least 51 UD units.
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UCLA GENERAL CHEMISTRY MAJOR 2013-2014

Advisor: Dr. Steve Hardinger, 3077C Young Hall, harding@chem.ucla.edu
GENERAL CHEMISTRY MAJOR (B.S.): The General Chemistry major is intended for students who wish to acquire considerable background in chemistry in preparation for careers outside chemistry. It may be appropriate for students who plan careers in environmental science, patent law, public health, or teaching with an emphasis on science, or other career paths. Please note the following: This General Chemistry major is not a shortcut to early graduation or a way to avoid the intellectual challenge presented by upper division chemistry courses. The General Chemistry major is usually not suitable for students interested in medical or related professional schools. This major cannot be used as part of a double major. Students MUST declare the General Chemistry major before reaching senior status (135 units, not including AP credit)

General Chemistry (Chem) Organic Chemistry (Chem) Math Physics 20A(H), 20B(H), 20L, 30AL 30A(H), 30B, 30BL, 30C, 30CL 31A, 31B, 32A, 33B 1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 4BL

Chemistry & Biochemistry (Chem) Two Chemistry Electives (8 units) Chemistry Laboratory (Choose one) Additional Electives (24 units) 110A, 153A(H), 153L, 171 Two (2) upper division Chem electives (see list on back) 118, 136, 144, 154, C174, 184, C185 Six (6) additional upper division courses in any department
Written Proposal Guidelines

Any student who is considering the General Chemistry major should prepare a written proposal for submission. It should be written in essay format and should include items 1-3 below. 1. 2. 3. Your specific career interests A detailed statement of your rationale for choosing each of the nine elective courses and how each of them contribute to a coherent major, relative to your overall career goals A proposed schedule of the courses you still need to take (including the nine proposed electives) showing when you will complete all of your requirements. You will need to contact the departments outside the Chemistry & Biochemistry Department to determine: a. the quarters in which the courses are offered b. availability - i.e. if the courses are limited to majors; if they fill up quickly Fill out a change of major petition in the Undergraduate Chemistry & Biochemistry Office, 4006 Young Hall Email your proposal to harding@chem.ucla.edu and tim@chem.ucla.edu Please allow one week for your proposal to be evaluated. http://web.chem.ucla.edu/~harding/
4. 5. 6.
Important Notes You may not take or repeat a chemistry or biochemistry course for credit if it is a prerequisite for a more
advanced course for which you already have credit.
Individual study courses and research courses (e.g. 196, 199) may not be used to satisfy the requirements
for the General Chemistry major. Seminars and workshop courses are usually not acceptable. requirements.
You must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA in all upper division coursework taken to fulfill the major All Prep for Major and UD Major courses must be taken for a letter grade. Until the proposal has been approved, there is NO guarantee that the proposed courses can be used for the
major, even if they have already been taken.
Upper Division (UD) Chemistry Elective Courses
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The program of upper division courses for the General Chemistry major should be planned with care. Particular attention should be paid to prerequisites for advanced courses and to the quarter(s) in which courses are offered. Please use the following list as a guide to plan your Chemistry electives.
Course
103 C115A C115B 118 C123A C123B 125 C126A 136 C140 C143A C143B 144 C145 153B(H) 153C(H) CM153G 154 156 CM160A C160B
Course Title
Environmental Chemistry Quantum Chemistry Quantum Chemistry Colloidal Dynamics Laboratory Classical and Statistical Thermodynamics Classical and Statistical Thermodynamics Computers in Chemistry Computational Methods for Chemists Organic Structural Methods Bionanotechnology Structure and Mechanism in Organic Chemistry Mechanism and Structure in Organic Chemistry Practical and Theoretical Introductory Organic Synthesis Theoretical and Computational Organic Chemistry Biochemistry: DNA, RNA, and Protein Synthesis Biochemistry: Biosynthetic and Energy Metabolism and Its Regulation Advanced Principles of Molecular and Cellular Biosciences I Biochemical Methods II Physical Biochemistry Intro to Bioinformatics
Prerequisite(s)
Chem 30B, 30BL, 110A, 153A(H), 153L Chem 113A; Math 32B, 33A with grades of C- or better (see catalog) Chem C115A with grade of C- or better [Chem 110A, 110B with grades of B or better OR equivalent Statistical Mechanics courses from engineering, math, or physics] Chem [110B or 156] (113A) Chem [110B or 156] (113A) Chem 110A, 110B, 113A; Prep: working knowledge of Fortran IV or PL/1 Chem 110A; Math 33B; Prep: programming experience in BASIC, Fortran, C, C++, Java, or Pascal Chem 30C, 30CL with grades of C- or better Chem 30C, 110A Chem 30C, 30CL*, 110B, 113A with grades of C- or better Chem C143A with grade of C- or better Chem 30C, 30CL with grades of C- or better Chem 30C, 113A Chem 153A(H); Life Sciences 2, 3 Chem 153A(H) Chem 110A, 153A, 153B, 153C, 156 Chem 153A(H), 153B(H), 153L with grades of C- or better (156) Chem 110A, 153A [Biostats 100A OR 110A OR Math 170A OR Stats 100A OR 110A]; [Comp Sci 180 OR PIC 60] with grades of C- or better. Chem CM160A with grade of C- or better (PIC 60; Stats 100A, 110A) Chem 153C Chem 153A and [153B OR 153C] with grades of C- or better Chem 30CL, C172 with grades of C- or better Chem 110A, 110B, 113A, C172 Chem 113A, C172 Chem Chem Chem Chem Chem 153A(H), 171 C172 30B, 110A 30CL, 110A with grades of C- or better 30AL, 110A, 113A, 171 [ ] pick one course enclosed in brackets bold indicates courses that satisfy the lab requirement
Algorithms in Bioinformatics and Systems Biology C161A Plant Biochemistry C164 Free Radicals in Biology and Medicine C174 Inorganic and Metalorganic Lab Methods C175 Inorganic Reaction Mechanisms C176 Group Theory and Applications to Inorganic Chemistry C179 Biological Inorganic Chemistry C180 Solid-State Chemistry C181 Polymer Chemistry 184 Chemical Instrumentation C185 Materials Chemistry Lab * indicates may be taken concurrently with the course ( ) recommended courses

Requirements for the B.S. degree established by the College of Letters and Science are listed in the UCLA General Catalog. A total of at least 180 quarter units are required for the degree; 60 of these 180 units must be upper division (course numbers 100-199). ). Check your DPR to determine your allotted maximum number of quarter units. Note: the General Chemistry UD Requirements satisfy at least 52 UD units.
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UCLA COMPUTING SPECIALIZATION 2013-2014

COMPUTING SPECIALIZATION: This computing specialization is designed for students who are interested in adding computer programming and computational chemistry to their Chemistry, Biochemistry, General Chemistry, or Chemistry-Materials Science degree. Refer to the UCLA General Catalog (www.registrar.ucla.edu/catalog) for course descriptions and requisites. For more details about this specialization offered in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, consult the Undergraduate Office in 4006 Young Hall.
Specialization Requirements
Major Requirements Program in Computing (PIC) Program in Computing (PIC) Elective (Choose one) Chemistry (Chem) (8 units) degree in the specified major within the Chemistry and Biochemistry department. 10A, 10B 10C, 15, 20A, 30, 40A, 60 C126A, C145, CM160A, C160B
Important Notes
Courses must be completed with a combined GPA of at least 2.0. Students must petition for admission to this program AFTER they complete Programming in Computing 10A and 10B. Petitions should be filed in the Undergraduate Office in 4006 Young Hall. d a specialization in computing. Program In Computing courses are offered through the Mathematics Department
Course Information
Course Course Title Program In Computing
10A 10B 10C 15 20A 30 40A 60 Intro to Programming Intermediate Programming Advanced Programming Intro to Lisp and Symbolic Computation Principles of Java Language with Applications Machine Organization and Assembly Language Programming Intro to Programming for the Internet Data Structures and Algorithms
Prerequisite(s)
None (PIC 1 if no prior computing experience) PIC 10A PIC 10B PIC 10A PIC 10A PIC 10B PIC 10A (10B) PIC 10B; Math 31A, 31B, 61 Chem 110A; Math 33B (see catalog for preparation) Chem 30C, 113A [Biostats 100A OR 110A OR Math 170A OR Stats 100A OR 110A]; [CompSci 180 OR PIC 60] with grades of C- or better Chem C160A with grade of C- or better (PIC 60; Stats 100A, 110A) [ ] pick one course enclosed in brackets
Chemistry
C126A C145 CM160A C160B Computational Methods for Chemists Theoretical and Computational Organic Chemistry Intro to Bioinformatics
Algorithms in Bioinformatics and Systems Biology ( ) recommended courses
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Chemistry & Biochemistry Tentative Course Offerings for 2013-2014

Course 14A 14B 14BL 14C 14CL 14D 19 20A 20AH 20B 20BH 20L 30A 30AL 30B 30BL 30C 30CL 98XA/XB C100/C200 103 CM105/CM205A 110A 110B 113A C113B/C213B 114/114H C115A/C215A C115B/C215B C122/C222 C123A/C223A C123B/C223B 125 136 C1140/C240 C143A/C243A C143B/C243B 144 C145/C245 153A 153B 153C 153L 154 156 C159A/C259A C159B/C259B CM160A/CM260A C160B/C260B Fall X X X X X X X X Winter X X X X X X Spring X X X X X Course CM161A/C261A C164/C264 C165/C265 171 172 C174/C274 C176/C276A C179/C279 C180/C280 C181/C281 184 C185 192A/B 201 203A 203B 203D 204 M205B 206 207 209 218 M223C 228 M230B M230D 236 241A 241B 244A 244B 247 248 249B M254 257 258 266 268 269A 269B 269C 269D 269E 271 272G 278 276B C285 Fall Winter X Spring X X X X X Not Offered X Not Offered X Offered Every Other Year X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Not Offered X
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Chemistry & Biochemistry Research Tutorial Enrollment Instructions DUE DATE: 10/7/13 (13F)_______
Please follow the instructions on this form as they are DIFFERENT than the instructions that automatically print with the contract!
PREREQUISITES: Prerequisites for participation include junior standing with a 3.0 GPA in the major OR senior standing OR consent of the instructor and department chair. STUDENT INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Go to the Contracts link on your MyUCLA page. Select and download the appropriate contract (196A, 196B, or 199). You must enroll in 196A for the first 8 units (mandatory P/NP) and 196B or 199 after that (P/NP or Letter Grading). See Course Information and Grading Policies below. 2. Fill in your student ID number, name, major, e-mail address, name of instructor, term/quarter, department, units, and grading basis. 3. In the area designated for the description of the project, write "See Attached." You must write a proposal with the help of your Faculty Mentor (see back of form for guidelines). The Undergraduate Office staff will submit the proposal to the appropriate Faculty Advisor for review and approval before you can be enrolled. 4. In the area designated for the description of your tangible evidence to be completed at the end of the quarter, write "Report." You will have to write a final report that is due to the Undergraduate Office by Friday of Finals week. Guidelines for the final report will be e-mailed to you during 6th or 7th week. 5. Obtain your faculty mentors signature on the Contract. The Undergraduate Office staff will obtain the Department Chairs signature. 6. Turn in the completed contract and proposal to the Undergraduate Office (4006 Young) by the date indicated above (Monday of the second week of the quarter). To ensure approval by the enrollment deadline, it is imperative that your proposal be submitted no later than the due date. Late proposals will not be accepted. COURSE INFORMATION AND GRADING POLICIES: There are three different Research Tutorials in which students can enroll. The appropriate course is determined by the students previous Research Tutorials completed. Typically, students enroll in Research Tutorials for 4 units, which usually require working 12-20 hrs/week (monitored by the instructor). Chem 196A (previously 199A): Research Apprenticeship (take during 1st & 2nd research quarters) To be taken for the first 8 units of Research Tutorials in Chemistry and Biochemistry. Variable 2 to 4 units a quarter. Mandatory P/NP grading. Chem 196B (previously 199B): Research Apprenticeship (take during 3rd research quarter) Prerequisites: 8 units of 196A, consent of instructor, and consent of department chair. Variable 2 to 4 units per quarter. May be taken for a maximum of 4 units. P/NP or letter grading. Chem 199 (previously 190): Directed Research Prerequisites: 8 units of 196A on related material, consent of instructor, and consent of department chair. Variable 2-4 units per quarter. Can be repeated for 12 units max. PROPOSAL AND REPORT GUIDELINES: A Chemistry and Biochemistry Research Tutorial requires an approved written proposal to enroll and a written report at the end of the quarter. Both of these papers must be typed. Guidelines for writing a proposal are on the back of this form, and guidelines for the final report will be e-mailed to you during 6th or 7th week.
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Chemistry and Biochemistry

(New and Continuing Research Tutorial Students)
In order to enroll in Chemistry & Biochemistry Research Tutorial each quarter, you are required to submit a research proposal describing your research project. Clearly describing your research project will aid you in carrying out the research during the quarter and in writing your research report which must be submitted at the end of the quarter. You should work with your research mentor in preparing your proposal and research report. The College of Letters and Science Research Counselor, Dr. Tama Hasson, can also assist you in preparing your research proposal and report. Appointments with Dr. Hasson can be made in the Undergraduate Research Center, 2121 Life Science (310-794-4227). In addition to the guidelines outlined below, you are required to indicate the amount of time you expect to spend on this course (12 hours/week is considered minimum for 4 units of Research Tutorials), and how frequently you expect to meet with your faculty mentor. Your proposal must be typed.
Research Proposal Guidelines

Your research proposal should include the following: 1. 2. A descriptive Title. A brief (<250 words) Abstract describing the background, long-term goal(s), short-term objectives, and specific methods of investigation of your proposed research project. A brief Introduction summarizing the background of your proposed investigation and your previous research accomplishments on the project (if applicable). The background should clearly summarize the essential chemistry or biochemistry relevant to your project and place your project in context of known science. You must have citations to the scientific literature. Indicate how this quarter's objectives relate to the work you have completed in previous quarters (if applicable). Explain how it is different (if applicable). A description of what you propose to do (Methods). What hypotheses will your work test or what questions do you hope to answer? Describe the tasks or plan of experiments you will be performing including laboratory techniques you will be learning (or applying) and the kind of data you will be collecting (if applicable). A brief Discussion describing how your proposed experiments will contribute to the short or long-term objectives of your research project- i.e. how does your work fit into the "big picture". Describe the direction your research project will follow in succeeding quarters. A list of cited References using the proper format for literature citations. For Chemistry research use the format found in the Journal of the American Chemical Society and for Biochemistry research use the format found in Biochemistry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
I cant enroll in a Chemistry class. What can I do?

If you have taken the prerequisites for a UCLA chemistry class at a different school, URSA will not recognize the transfer credit, even if it shows correctly on your DPR. If this happens, or you cannot enroll for another reason-- please stop by the Undergraduate Office in 4006 Young Hall to fill out an enrollment form. Or, you can e-mail Denise Mantonya, the enrollment coordinator, at denise@chem.ucla.edu with the following information: o o o o o Your Name Student ID number The term The Course The Course ID number
You will be enrolled within 24 hours (on business days) of submitting an enrollment request if there are no other restrictions and space is available. Enrollment requests are processed in order of receipt. Can I enroll in a class that I have not met the prerequisites for? You are not able to enroll in a chemistry class unless you meet the prerequisites. This rule is only waived if you bring in written permission from the instructor stating that s/he knows the prerequisites have not been completed and is still allowing you to enroll in the class. These permission notes should be brought to Denise Mantonya in 4006 Young Hall. Professors will not waive prerequisites simply because you need the class to graduate. And be careful, as it is difficult to do well in courses where you are not fully prepared. Also, Chemistry courses are sequential and once an advanced course is completed, you cannot go back and take an earlier course in the sequence for unit credit (wont count towards unit max) or grade credit (wont count in your GPA).
What is my chance of getting into a Chemistry class if I am waitlisted? What if I cant even get on the waiting list?
Chemistry waitlists are realistic. If you are waitlisted, you have a good chance of getting into the class, but there is no guarantee. Enrollment decisions will be made no earlier than the first day of the class. Be sure to attend class on the first day, even if you are not on the waiting list. The professor will communicate the most updated enrollment information on the first day of class. Why are there some Chemistry classes where you can only enroll on the waitlist? The following upper division lab classes have priority enrollment given to graduating seniors: 114, 136, 144, 154, C174, 184, and C185. You should sign up on the waiting list and show up to class on the first day. The professor will give enrollment spots to graduating seniors first. Even if your name is on the waitlist, you must show up on the first day of class or your spot will be given to someone else.
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How can I drop a class? You must not complete your class in any way (i.e., take the final, turn in a term paper) if you wish to drop the course from your study list. Non-impacted Courses How to Drop URSA URSA URSA Green Drop Petition^ Red Drop Petition Fee None $5 $20 $35 $50 Transcript Notation? No No Yes Yes Yes
Weeks 1-2 Weeks 3-4 Weeks 5-7 Weeks 8-10* After Week 10+
*Students are restricted to three drops during this period throughout their academic careers. ^If you are dropping more than 3 courses in Weeks 8-10, you must submit a Red Drop Petition. + These petitions are generally only approved for extenuating and documented circumstances. Impacted Courses Impacted courses may not be dropped after the second week of a term for other than exceptionally extenuating circumstances. Exceptionally extenuating circumstances do not include circumstances of short duration where other alternatives exist, including but not limited to a late drop of other (non-impacted) courses or taking an Incomplete in the impacted course. How to Drop URSA Red Drop Petition Red Drop Petition Fee None $20 $50 Transcript Notation? No Yes Yes
Weeks 1-2 Weeks 3 -10+ After Week 10+

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These petitions are generally only approved for extenuating and documented circumstances.
All fees are charged to your BAR account. The following Chemistry courses are impacted: 14BL, 14CL, 20L, 30A, 30AL, 30B, 30BL, 30C, 30CL, 110A, 114, 114H, 144, 153A, 153B, 153BH, 153C, 153L, 154, C174, and 184. All other impacted courses can be found at: http://www.registrar.ucla.edu/soc/impact.htm What do I do if I have an emergency and need to drop all of my classes for the quarter? You can withdraw from the term provided that you have not completed the work in any course taken that term. A UCLA Notice of Withdrawal from the Term form must be filed with your College Counseling unit. If you have any questions about the process, talk to your College Counseling Unit. Withdrawing from a quarter can affect financial aid, international student status, athletic scholarships, and on-campus housing status, so students should check with these departments before withdrawing. When can I view my final exam from a previous term? Final exams are available to view and pick up from the undergraduate office starting Week 3 of the quarter AFTER the course was taken, until the 8th week of the quarter. Students must have their ID and can only pick up their own exam(s). Once an exam leaves the undergraduate office, no submissions for totaling errors will be accepted. No re-grades are accepted.
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What if I have a time conflict for midterm and/or final exams? If there is a final exam or midterm time conflict, no accommodations will be made. The final exam schedule is published at the beginning of every quarter, when the Schedule of Classes is posted. How can I find a tutor? The undergraduate office publishes a quarterly list of private tutors, who are graduate students in chemistry. Each tutor charges a different hourly rate, so please contact each individual tutor. Minors There is not a minor offered in the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department. A list of available minors can be found in the General Catalog. To declare a minor, start by meeting with an advisor in the department that offers the minor. http://cis.ucla.edu/studyArea/ - mixes minors with majors, but provides links to more information Declaring/Changing Your Major To declare a major in the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department, fill out a change of major petition (http://www.registrar.ucla.edu/forms/programchange.pdf) and bring it to the Undergraduate Office in 4006 Young Hall. When petitioning, we will look at your overall progress, check to see if you have at least a 2.0 GPA, make sure you do not have any outstanding Ds or Fs in any courses for the major, verify that there are no holds on your record, and that you can complete the major within your unit maximum (216 + AP units).
You must be in good academic standing (2.0 GPA) with at least 12 units completed at UCLA (including at least one chemistry course) before being allowed to declare or change majors.
If there are any problems with processing of the change of major request, you will be contacted. If the petition is approved, you will receive an e-mail and the update will be made on URSA and MyUCLA. If you decide a major in the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department is not for you, visit the department you are interested in and find out their requirements. Listserv In addition to our Facebook page, sign up and receive e-mails with the most current announcements on jobs, internships, scholarships, awards, and department updates. 1. Send an e-mail to majordomo@chem.ucla.edu 2. Leave the subject link blank 3. In the body text write: subscribe ugradlist myname@ucla.edu You should receive a message that will request a reply to complete your registration. http://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/pages/ugrad/listserv
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Course Information
Advanced Placement (AP) Credit A 4 or 5 on the AP Chemistry test will give you the option of credit for Chem 20A. If you want to apply your AP credit, contact the Undergraduate Office. For more information, please view: http://www.admissions.ucla.edu/Prospect/APCreditLS.htm Note: Medical Schools do not recognize AP credit! If there is any chance you will apply to medical school, you should take Chem 20A(H) at UCLA. Transfer Credit You can take classes at another college to complete UCLA requirements, but you must verify that the course will be equivalent to the course you need at UCLA. Some things to keep in mind when you are considering taking classes at another school: o Concurrent Enrollment Students will not receive credit for coursework completed at another institution while simultaneously enrolled at UCLA as a regular session student (regular session includes Fall, Winter, Spring, but not Summer). This policy includes Extension classes. o Summer School Students may receive course credit for courses taken at other UC campuses, other fouryear institutions and community college provided that the courses are deemed equivalent o Units Students who have completed 105 units or more will not receive credit for classes taken at a community college, but you will receive course credit if the courses have been deemed equivalent*. o Grade Point Average (GPA) Only UC courses or UCLA Extension classes marked XLC will apply to a students UCLA GPA o Residency Requirements o Senior Residency 35 of the last 45 units towards a students degree must be completed at UCLA o Major Residency a minimum 24 upper division units must be completed in the major while at UCLA *If you transfer coursework to UCLA that is not given equivalent credit to a UCLA course, you may need to petition to get course credit. To find out if there is an established equivalent course or if you need to petition, contact the appropriate department as outlined below. o For GE courses and College requirements, contact your College Counseling unit. o For Chemistry courses, ask the Chemistry & Biochemistry Undergraduate Office. o For other courses, i.e. Math, Physics, Life Science, etc., contact the department directly.
Use http://www.assist.org to look up equivalent credit at other California schools. After completing the course(s), order the official transcripts from the institution and have them sent to: UCLA Office of Undergraduate Admissions & Relations with Schools 1147 Murphy Hall Box 951436 Los Angeles, CA 90095-1436 Allow 4-6 weeks for the course(s) to post onto your Degree Progress Report (DPR). Impacted Classes Impacted courses may not be dropped after the second week of a term for other than exceptionally extenuating circumstances. For more information and a complete list of impacted courses, go to:
http://www.registrar.ucla.edu/soc/impact.htm
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Academic Programs for Undergrads in Science

Departmental Scholar Program (B.S/M.S. Program) Exceptionally promising undergraduate students may petition to pursue their Bachelors (B.S.) and Masters (M.S.) degrees simultaneously. Qualifications include the following: o A UC cumulative GPA and major GPA of 3.5 or better o Has at least one term of coursework remaining at UCLA o Doing research with a faculty member in the department If you are interested in becoming a Departmental Scholar, consult the Chemistry & Biochemistry Graduate Office in advance of application dates for graduate admission. The Graduate Office is located in 4009 Young Hall, or you can call (310) 825-3150. Student Organizations Get Involved! From pre-med to Shakespeare theres a student group out there for you: http://www.studentgroups.ucla.edu Alpha Chi Sigma (AXE) Alpha Chi Sigma is a student fraternity for men and women who have taken at least one chemistry course at UCLA. The members of this group participate in social events together and support each other academically by striving for the advancement of chemistry, both as a science and as a profession. These students work in the Alpha Chi Sigma office (1275 Young Hall) to offer free tutoring services and sell lab equipment to current UCLA students. www.chem.ucla.edu/AXE/ The Student Members of the American Chemical Society (SMACS) UCLA Chapter The American Chemical Society (ACS) is the worlds largest scientific organization, recognized and joined by all of the faculty members of the department. At UCLA, SMACS is an ACS student chapter open to any undergraduate interested in chemistry, regardless of his/her major. SMACS works closely with the undergraduate office and with Alpha Chi Sigma (AXE) to provide resources to keep you informed and involved throughout your undergraduate chemistry career. Even without national membership with ACS or any official SMACS membership, you may use the resources provided and attend events hosted by SMACS-UCLA at any time during the school year. Activities and resources will pertain to research, outreach, careers, classes, and social events where you can network with your peers, graduate students, and professors in a casual forum. For more information or to stay updated on events, please join the mailing list by sending an email to: bruinsforchem@gmail.com. The ACS website is at: www.chemistry.org. You may visit the SMACS UCLA website at: https://sites.google.com/site/smacsucla/. Program for Excellence in Education and Research in the Sciences (PEERS) The Program for Excellence in Education and Research in the Sciences starts students out on the right foot, offering first-year students an opportunity to create a network of assistance during their academic career at UCLA. PEERS students receive personal academic advising, tutoring, and assistance with research opportunities. They also attend collaborative learning workshops in math and science courses, career planning workshops, and seminars with UCLA faculty experts. PEERS targets students who have overcome significant hurdles prior to being accepted at UCLA. www.ugeducation.ucla.edu/urc-care/progpeers.htm
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The Center for Academic and Research Excellence (CARE) CARE facilitates student placement in paid laboratory research positions with UCLA faculty members in the College of Letters & Science and three of the professional schools (Engineering, Medicine, and Public Health). CARE also offers research opportunities at other UC campuses, California research universities, and national laboratories. Research stipends, funded by federal and private agencies, are available during the summer and academic year on a competitive basis. CARE emphasizes the need to increase the number of historically underrepresented individuals who will attain bachelors and graduate science degrees as well as promotes a more ethnically diverse science community. Students from educationally or socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds are encouraged to apply. www.ugeducation.ucla.edu/urc-care Science Teacher Education Program (STEP) The College of Letters and Science and the Graduate School of Education and Informational Studies offers a joint B.S./M.Ed./credential program for students planning science teaching careers. Students can begin preparing for a career in science teaching as early as their sophomore year. The Junior and Senior programs are highly structured, and include the completion of major classes for the B.S., graduate-level courses for the M.Ed., and part-time student teaching. Students earn increasing levels of financial support for their teaching. For further information, contact: Dr. Arlene Russell, Advisor russell@chem.ucla.edu (310) 825-7570 www.nslc.ucla.edu/STEP California Teach (CalTeach) California Teach is a collaborative academic program between the College of Letters and Science and Graduate School of Education and Information Studies. The goal of California Teach is to increase the number and retention of new, highly qualified math and science teachers in California. The program offers undergraduates paid field experience in elementary, middle and high school classrooms, guided exploration of teaching as a career, advising for students exploring and preparing for teaching careers, and support for subject matter preparation. As early as your 1st year, you can get involved in California Teach. For more information, contact Janice Daniel or Marlena Raimey at CaTeach@ucla.edu, to set up an individual advising session. www.nslc.ucla.edu/cateach
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Academic Resources
UCLA General Catalog This is where you can find policies and procedures, course descriptions, prerequisites, unit credit, and more helpful stuff. It is your responsibility for the information contained in the Catalog for the academic year in which they were admitted to UCLA. http://www.registrar.ucla.edu/catalog UCLA Schedule of Classes This is where you can find a list of all the courses offered each quarter. It includes discussion and laboratory sections, final exam dates and times, class sizes and location, and more. The link also leads to information on important deadline dates for the current academic year, registration policies, billing and fees information, financial support, academic counseling, URSA, enrollment, official notices, libraries, emergency instructions, student services, and listings of GE classes and impacted courses. http://www.registrar.ucla.edu/schedule MyUCLA View and model your DPR, receive important messages Course Planner, webmail, virtual counseling, GPA calculator, helpful links, grades, class information from professors http://www.my.ucla.edu/ University Records System Access URSA This is where you go to enroll in courses and access your official University academic records. You can also set up and manage third-party access for others to access your data and Billing and Receivable (BAR) account. You can also access BruinAlert, which is in place to alert you in the event of a UCLA emergency. You can receive alerts via email and text messaging if contact information is provided. http://www.ursa.ucla.edu
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Campus Resources
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) While the transition to UCLA can be an exciting challenge, some students may be coping with personal, financial, health, and other stressors. The cornerstone of CAPS services is their confidential individualized therapy and psychiatric care, provided by a diverse and multicultural professional staff. And they also offer a range of group services and wellness workshops. Their website also provides a free, anonymous screening (OnLine Mental Health Screening link) to help you decide whether professional consultation would be useful. http://www.counseling.ucla.edu Registrar Need to get an official or unofficial transcript or verify that you are a full time student? The Registrars Office is the place to go. You can view academic calendars, as well as final exam schedules. http://www.registrar.ucla.edu Career Center Career counseling, workshops, graduate and professional school services, and pre-health services, including list of required courses for professional school and a library of resources. http://www.career.ucla.edu International Education Office Interested in studying abroad? We have had students take Chemistry and Biochemistry courses in England, Australia, South Korea, Spain, China, and France, just to name a few places. You can go for a summer or a whole year, so go ahead and get out of here! http://www.ieo.ucla.edu Student Legal Services Did you know that as a currently registered and enrolled UCLA student, you have access to legal counseling on campus? http://www.studentlegal.ucla.edu Financial Aid The mission of the Financial Aid Office is to help remove financial barriers to assist student in meeting the rising cost of attendance at UCLA. Financial aid types include Scholarships, Grants, Work Study, and Loans. http://www.fao.ucla.edu Dean of Students Academic Dishonesty Policy Cheating will result in disciplinary action taken against you by the Dean of Student Office. Cheating includes, but is not limited to: o Copying or permitting copying from notes or another students exam o Plagiarizing on laboratory reports or from scientific papers o Altering an exam or lab report before resubmitting for a grade Presenting false medical excuses for missing an exam is also grounds for disciplinary action. The consequences of cheating include dismissal from the University. www.deanofstudents.ucla.edu
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UCLA CHEMISTRY & BIOCHEMISTRY ORIENTATION HANDBOOK

Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry

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Professors and Advisors Faculty

John T. Wasson Paul S. Weiss Shimon Weiss

Richard B. Kaner John T. Wasson

Craig A. Merlic Yves F. Rubin Yi Tang

Emil Reisler Todd O. Yeates

Raphael D. Levine Daniel Neuhauser Benjamin J. Schwartz Todd O. Yeates

Chemistry & Biochemistry Undergraduate Office

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*NoteThis major requires a proposal and departmental approval

UCLA BIOCHEMISTRY MAJOR 2013-2014

Preparation for the Major

Upper Division (UD) Major Requirements

Preparation for the Major

Life Sci. 3 (4) Life Sci. 4 (5)

Upper Division Courses 8

Upper Division (UD) Chemistry Courses

* indicates may be taken concurrently with the course

College Requirements for the B.S. Degree

BIOCHEMISTRY UPPER DIVISION (UD) ELECTIVES

UCLA CHEMISTRY MAJOR 2013-2014

Preparation for the Major

(H) indicates that an HONORS section may be available

Upper Division Major Requirements

Course may only be applied once to the major

Preparation for the Major

Upper Division (UD) Chemistry Elective Courses

College Requirements for the B.S. Degree

UCLA PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CONCENTRATION 2013-2014

Preparation for the Major

(H) indicates that an HONORS section may be available

Concentration Course Requirements

Course Chemistry Mathematics Physics

QUARTER 3 (units) 4 (units)

Approved Upper Division (UD) Lecture Electives (pick 3

1C(H), 105A, 105B, 110A, 110B;

[ElecEng 1 OR Physics 1C]; Math 33A, 33B

[ ] pick one course enclosed in brackets

College Requirements for the B.S. Degree

UCLA CHEMISTRY-MATERIALS SCIENCE MAJOR 2013-2014

Preparation for the Major

(H) indicates that an HONORS section is available

Upper Division Major Requirements

Course may only be applied once to the major

Upper Division (UD) Courses

Material Science & Engineering

UCLA CHEMISTRY-MATERIALS SCIENCE ORGANIC CONCENTRATION 2013-2014

Preparation for the Major

(H) indicates that an HONORS section is available

Upper Division Major Requirements

Upper Division (UD) Courses

Materials Science & Engineering

* indicates may be taken concurrently with the course ( ) recommended courses

College Requirements for the B.S. Degree

UCLA GENERAL CHEMISTRY MAJOR 2013-2014