CHE 460 - Green Chemistry

3 Semester Hour(s)

Prerequisite(s): CHE 226 and CHE 228
Green chemistry is an advanced level course in synThetic organic chemistry. The topics to be discussed in the course include basic understanding of the driving principles of green chemistry, problems associated with waste production, prevention of chemical waste production, organic solvents, renewable resources, alternative greener technologies, and designing greener chemical processes. The course also gives an overview of environmental legislation and aims of the EPA. Offered every fall.