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UCLA CHEMISTRY &

BIOCHEMISTRY 2013-2014 ORIENTATION HANDBOOK

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

CHAIR’S 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 find 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 find weekly updates about the exciting accomplishments and happenings taking place at our department! From these resources, you will find countless ways to get involved and build new relationships at our department. I am confident 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

Image from “The Super Supercapacitor,” Frances Arnold being awarded the a 3-minute video made by National Medal of Technology &

Photo: Ted Spiegel/© Ted Spiegel/CORBIS award-winning director Brian Davis Innovation by President Obama

Fast Facts The Super Supercapacitor Distinguished Lecture Series

• There are 12 Nobel Laureates with ties to In “The Super Supercapacitor,” Maher El- We welcome you to join us for the inaugural UCLA (3 are alumni and 3 are faculty of the Kady (a student in Prof. Richard Kaner’s UCLA Department of Chemistry & Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry) group receiving his Ph.D. today!) can be seen Biochemistry Distinguished Lecture Series. • The London Times Higher Education ranks throwing a handful of batteries into the The lecture series will be geared toward UCLA as the 13th top University in the “battery recycling bin,” in favor of running students, faculty, friends, and alumni whose World and 8th in World Reputation everyday gadgets with a superior interests range from systems biology and • UCLA has 10 National Medal of Science replacement, the graphene supercapacitor. complex molecule synthesis, to nanomaterials Winners (5 of whom are faculty members in Graphene supercapacitors are not only and chemical theory. the Department of Chemistry & biodegradable, but are also able to charge The Inaugural Fall Lecture will be Biochemistry) and discharge about 100 to 1000 times faster presented by Professor Frances H. Arnold • There are 50 National Academy of Science than the average alkaline battery.* (CalTech) on November 6, 2013 at UCLA.* Members (12 of whom are Chemistry & *Full versions of these articles are available in the 2013 Spring Newsletter: www.chemistry.ucla.edu/featured Biochemistry faculty)

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.

THE FULL VERSION OF OUR NEWSLETTER IS AVAILABLE AT WWW.CHEMISTRY.UCLA.EDU/FEATURED Eisenberg P. Weiss Alexandrova Garg Garcia-Garibay Liao S. Weiss Maynard Torres

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 research–and have done so ever since. Wilson’s next major gift came in 2001, when he named UCLA as the beneﬁciary 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 ﬁnd out how you can join the department in our ongoing efforts to strive for excellence in education and research!

2013 Upcoming Events in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry

Oct. Hawthorne Lecture, Presented by Nov. Distinguished Lecture Series, Presented by Prof. Philip Power, UC Davis Prof. Frances H. Arnold, CalTech 9 6 October 9, 2013 (Time and location to be November 6, 2013 (4:00 p.m., Location to be announced*) announced*)

Oct. Seaborg Symposium & Medal Award Nov. Departmental Awards Ceremony Dinner, Honoring Prof. Kendall Houk November 18, 2013 (Court of Sciences, Room 24, 18 26 October 26, 2013 (CNSI Auditorium, 12-5:30p.m., 4:00 p.m.) Covel Commons, 6:30-8:30 p.m.) *You can find more events, seminars, Fall 115th Faculty Research Lectureship, Presented by Prof. Richard Kaner and updates by visiting our website: TBA Time and location information to be announced* WWW.CHEMISTRY.UCLA.EDU

THE FULL VERSION OF OUR NEWSLETTER IS AVAILABLE AT WWW.CHEMISTRY.UCLA.EDU/FEATURED 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, Since many upper division major courses have structure, and properties of substances. It analyzes preparation courses as prerequisites, you should the transformations of these substances into others begin your background preparation early. In fact, by reactions, and studies the kinds of energy we recommend that you take at least one chemistry changes that accompany these reactions. course each quarter. Additionally, we recommend that you utilize your GE requirements to take The UCLA Chemistry and Biochemistry courses in writing. The mastery of English is Department is organized into four inter-related and extremely important, and well-developed verbal and overlapping sub-disciplines, including: writing skills are essential for success in any o Inorganic Chemistry - the chemistry of technical career. inorganic substances Upon completion of the major, you will be o Organic Chemistry - the chemistry of equipped to pursue a variety of career options based carbon-containing compounds on your exposure to a wide assortment of fields of o Biochemistry - the chemistry of living study during your undergraduate career. systems o Physical Chemistry - the physical behavior There are many people on campus that can assist of substances in relation to their structures you in finding courses, planning for the future, and and chemical properties exploring other resources on campus. Check out the “Academic Resources” section to make sure you Chemistry and biochemistry are complex subjects know where to go for help. that require a strong background in math, physics, This packet should serve as a great resource for and biology. As a chemistry or biochemistry major, questions you may have about the department or the you will be required to take a series of rigorous major. For further questions, contact the preparation courses to aid you in your understanding of the various chemical fields. The Chemistry & Biochemistry Undergraduate organization of the curriculum allows you to begin Office taking chemistry courses, along with other Office: 4006 Young Hall preparation courses, during your first quarters at Phone: (310) 825-4660 or (310) 825-1859 UCLA. E-mail: [email protected]

3 Faculty and Advisors Faculty

Department Chairman Miguel Garcia-Garibay

Analytical Chemistry Faculty Anne M. Andrews James K. Gimzewski John T. Wasson Louis-Serge Bouchard Yung-Ya Lin Paul S. Weiss James U. Bowie Joseph A. Loo Shimon Weiss Xiangfeng Duan Heather D. Maynard Miguel Garcia-Garibay Sabeeha Merchant

Bioenergy and the Environment Faculty James U. Bowie Juli Feigon Todd O. Yeates Robert T. Clubb James C. Liao David S. Eisenberg Sabeeha Merchant

Biophysics Faculty Anastassia N. Alexandrova William M. Gelbart Yung-Ya Lin Anne M. Andrews James K. Gimzewski Thomas G. Mason James U. Bowie Wayne L. Hubbell Margot E. Quinlan Robert T. Clubb Christopher J. Lee Paul S. Weiss David S. Eisenberg Alexander J. Levine Shimon Weiss Juli Feigon Raphael D. Levine Todd O. Yeates

Inorganic Chemistry Faculty Paula L. Diaconescu Richard B. Kaner Jeffrey I. Zink Xiangfeng Duan John T. Wasson

Materials and Nanoscience Faculty Anastassia N. Alexandrova Miguel A. Garcia-Garibay Yves F. Rubin Anne M. Andrews James K. Gimzewski Benjamin J. Schwartz Delroy A. Baugh Richard B. Kaner Sarah H. Tolbert Timothy J. Deming Thomas G. Mason Paul S. Weiss Xiangfeng Duan Heather D. Maynard Jeffrey I. Zink

Metabolism, Aging and Development Faculty Guillaume F. Chanfreau Albert J. Courey Richard L. Weiss Catherine F. Clarke Carla M. Koehler Steven G. Clarke Margot E. Quinlan

Organic Chemistry Faculty Anne M. Andrews Patrick G. Harran Craig A. Merlic Timothy J. Deming Kendall N. Houk Yves F. Rubin Miguel A. Garcia-Garibay Michael E. Jung Yi Tang Neil K. Garg Ohyun Kwon Robin L. Garrell Heather D. Maynard

4 Physical Chemistry Faculty Anastassia N. Alexandrova William M. Gelbart Benjamin J. Schwartz Anne M. Andrews James K. Gimzewski Sarah H. Tolbert Delroy A. Baugh Alexander J. Levine Paul S. Weiss David B. Bensimon Raphael D. Levine Shimon Weiss Louis-Serge Bouchard Yung-Ya Lin Gerard C. L. Wong Robin Bruinsma Thomas G. Mason Jeffrey I. Zink Peter M. Felker Daniel Neuhauser

Structural and Computational Biology Faculty James U. Bowie Wayne L. Hubbell Emil Reisler Robert T. Clubb Christopher J. Lee Todd O. Yeates David S. Eisenberg Joseph A. Loo Juli Feigon Margot E. Quinlan

Systems Biology and Biological Regulation Faculty James U. Bowie Juli Feigon Sabeeha Merchant Guillaume F. Chanfreau James W. Gober Margot E. Quinlan Catherine F. Clarke Carla M. Koehler Emil Reisler Steven G. Clarke James C. Liao Jorge Torres Robert T. Clubb Joseph A. Loo Joan S. Valentine Albert J. Courey Harold G. Martinson Richard L. Weiss

Theory and Computation Anastassia N. Alexandrova James K. Gimzewski Raphael D. Levine Paula L. Diaconescu Kendall N. Houk Daniel Neuhauser David S. Eisenberg Christopher J. Lee Benjamin J. Schwartz William M. Gelbart Alexander J. Levine Todd O. Yeates

Instructional Division Alfred D. Bacher Max Kopelevich Arlene Russell Jonah Chang Laurence Lavelle Eric Scerri Steven A. Hardinger Stacie Nakamoto Heather Tienson Maher M. Henary Sharon Neufeldt Christina Vizcarra Steven J. Kim Johnny Pang 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 Chemistry Faculty Advisor Physical Chemistry Advisor Dr. Richard Weiss Dr. Paula Diaconescu Dr. Tom Mason [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 5072A Young Hall 1515 Molecular Science Bldg. 3040 Young Hall Chemistry Materials Science Advisor General Chemistry Advisor Dr. Sarah Tolbert Dr. Steve Hardinger [email protected] [email protected] 3045A Young Hall 3077C Young Hall

5 Chemistry & Biochemistry Undergraduate Office

Undergraduate Office is located in 4006 Young Hall.

Walk-In Hours Only Monday –Friday 8:15AM-5:00 PM

Scheduling & Enrollment Coordinator, Undergraduate Advisor Undergraduate Advisor Tim Mahlanza Denise Mantonya [email protected] [email protected] 310-825-1859 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

6 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.

Chemistry 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.

Computing Specialization 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. *Note—This major requires a proposal and departmental approval

7 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) 20A(H), 20B(H), 20L, 30AL Organic Chemistry (Chem) 30A(H), 30B, 30BL, 30C Math 31A, 31B, 32A (33A recommended) Physics 6A(H), 6B(H), 6C(H) OR 1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 4BL Life Science 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) 110A Biochemistry (Chem) 153A(H), 153B(H), 153C(H), 153L, 154, 156 One Chemistry or One upper division or graduate-level Chemistry (Chem) Biochemistry Elective course (4 Units) Three Electives Three upper division or graduate level courses from the (12 Units) 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 Preparation for the Major 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.

QUARTER Course 1 (units) 2 (units) 3 (units) 4 (units) 5 (units) 6 (units) 20B (4) & 30A (4) & 30C (4) & Chemistry 20A (4) 30B (4) 153A (4) 20L (3) 30AL (4) 30BL (3) Mathematics 31A (4) 31B (4) 32A (4)

Physics 6A (5) 6B (5) 6C (5)

Other English 3 (5) Life Sci. 2 (4) Life Sci. 3 (4) Life Sci. 4 (5)

Class Scheduling Upper Division Courses 8

This table outlines the recommended course combinations and timing for the advanced Chemistry courses:

Quarter 7 8 9 10 11 12 153L, 110A, Chemistry 154 156 [153B(H) or 153C(H)] [153B(H) or 153C(H)]

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 Course Title Prerequisite(s) Physical Chemistry: Chemical Chem 20B; Math 32A; [Physics 1A, 1B, 1C*, OR Physics 110A Thermodynamics 6A, 6B, 6C*] Biochemistry: Intro to Structure, Chem 30B with grade of C- or better; 153A(H) Enzymes, and Metabolism (Life Science 2, 23L, 3) Biochemistry: DNA, RNA, and 153B(H) Chem 153A(H); Life Science 2, 3 Protein Synthesis Biochemistry: Biosynthetic and 153C(H) Energy Metabolism and Its Chem 153A(H) Regulation

153L Biochemical Methods I Chem 30B, 30BL, 153A(H)* with grades of C- or better

Chem 153A(H), 153B(H), 153L with grades of C- or 154 Biochemical Methods II better; (156)

156 Physical Biochemistry Chem 110A, 153A(H)

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

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.

9 BIOCHEMISTRY UPPER DIVISION (UD) ELECTIVES

Students entering major before Fall 2011: Students entering major Fall 2011 and later:  One Chem Elective (4 units)  One Chem Elective (4 units)  Four UD Electives (16 units)  Three UD Electives (12 units)

Chem C100 A&O Sci M140 EE Biol 136 Math 143 Mol Tox M110A Physics 110A Chem 103 A&O Sci 141 EE Biol 137 Math 146 MS&Eng CM180 Physics 110B Chem M104 A&O Sci 145 EE Biol M139 Math 149 Neurbio M169 Physics 112 Chem C105 BioEng 100 EE Biol M145 Math 151A Neurosc M101A Physics 114 Chem C108 Biol Ch M140 EE Biol 146 Math 151B Neurosc M101B Physics 115A Chem 110B Biomath 106 EE Biol 151A Math 153 Neurosc M101C Physics 115B Chem 113A Biomath 108 EE Biol 154 Math 157 Neurosc 101L Physics 115C Chem C113B Biomath C108C EE Biol M158 Math 164 Neurosc 102 Physics 116 Chem 114 Biomath 110 EE Biol 162 Math 167 Neurosc M119L Physics 117 Chem C115A Biomath 160 EE Biol 168 Math 170A Neurosc M119N Physics M122 Chem C115B Biomath 170A EE Biol 170 Math 170B Neurosc M130 Physics 123 Chem M117 BioMed Eng C101 EE Biol 175 Math 171 Neurosc M145 Physics 124 Chem 118 BioMed Eng CM180 EE Biol 181 Math 172A Neurosc M148 Physics 126 Chem M120 BioMed Eng C185 Elec Eng M185 Math 172B Neurosc C172 Physics 131 Chem 121 Biostat 100A Environ 121 MCD Bio 100 Philos M134 Physics 132 Chem C123A Biostat 100B Env Hlt 100 MCD Bio 138 PhySci 100 Physics 140A Chem C123B Biostat 110A Env Hlt C140 MCD Bio M140 PhySci 111A Physics 140B Chem 125 Biostat 110B Env Hlt C185B MCD Bio C141 PhySci 111B Physics 150 Chem C126A Biostat 115 Epidem 100 MCD Bio 143 PhySci 111L Physics 160 Chem CM127 ChemEng 100 E&S Sci C107 MCD Bio C150 PhySci 124 Physics 180A Chem 136 ChemEng 101A E&S Sci C109 MCD Bio 155 PhySci C126 Physics 180B Chem C140 ChemEng 109 E&S Sci M118 MCD Bio CM156 PhySci 133 Physics 180C Chem C143A ChemEng 110 Grntlgy M119X MCD Bio 162 PhySci 135 Physics 180D Chem C143B ChemEng CM145 Hum Gen C144 MCD Bio 165A PhySci 136 Physics 180E Chem 144 C&EE 108 Hum Gen CM156 MCD Bio 165B PhySci C137 Physics C185 Chem C145 EE Biol 100 M Pharm 110A MCD Bio 168 PhySci 138 Psych 100A Chem C159A EE Biol 101 M Pharm 110B MCD Bio M170 PhySci C144 Psych 115 Chem C159B EE Biol 103 Math 110A(H) MCD Bio 172 PhySci M145 Psych 116 Chem CM160A EE Biol 105 Math 110B(H) MCD Bio C174A PhySci 147 Psych M117A Chem C160B EE Biol 109 Math 110C MCD Bio C174B PhySci M148 Psych M117B Chem C161A EE Biol 110 Math 111 MCD Bio C174D PhySci 149 Psych M117C Chem C164 EE Biol 111 Math 115A MCD Bio M175A PhySci C150 Psych M117J Chem C165 EE Biol 112 Math 115B MCD Bio M175B PhySci C152 Psych M119L Chem CM170 EE Biol 113A Math 117 MCD Bio M175C PhySci 153 Psych M119N Chem 171 EE Biol 114A Math 120A Med Hist M169 PhySci 155 Psych 119R Chem 172 EE Biol 115 Math 120B MIMG 100L PhySci M158 Psych M119X Chem C174 EE Biol 116 Math 121 MIMG 101 PhySci 165 Pub Hlt 150 Chem C175 EE Biol 117 Math 123 MIMG 102 PhySci 166 SocGen 102W (M102) Chem C176 EE Biol C119 Math 131A MIMG 103L PhySci 167 Stats 100A Chem C179 EE Biol 120 Math 131AX MIMG 106 PhySci 173 Stats 100B Chem C180 EE Biol 121 Math 131B MIMG 120 PhySci M180A Stats 100C Chem C181 EE Biol 122 Math 131C MIMG 132 PhySci M180B Chem 184 EE Biol 128 Math 132 MIMG CM133 PhySci M180C Chem C185 EE Biol 129 Math 134 MIMG CM156 PhySci M181 Anthro 153 EE Biol 130 Math 135 MIMG 168 Physics 105A A&O Sci 104 EE Biol 134A Math 136 MIMG C174 Physics 105B A&O Sci M105 EE Biol 135 Math 142 MIMG 185A Physics 108

If electives do not show up on your DPR, call your department advisor at (310) 825-1859. 07/2013

10 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.

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

Upper Division Major Requirements Chemistry (Chem) 110A, 113A, [110B OR C113B], 114(H), [136+ OR 144+], 171, C172 Biochemistry (Chem) 153A(H), 153L One Chemistry Elective One upper division or graduate-level Chemistry (Chem) course (4 units) (see list on back) Chemistry Laboratory 118, 136+, 144+, 154, C174, 184, C185 (Choose one) +Course may only be applied once to the major [ ] Pick one course enclosed in brackets

Important Notes

Class Scheduling Preparation for the Major

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.

QUARTER Course 1 (units) 2 (units) 3 (units) 4 (units) 5 (units) 6 (units) 171 (4) & 20B (4) & 30A (4) & 30B (4) & 30C (4) & Chemistry 20A (4) [110A (4) OR 20L (3) 30AL (4) 30BL (3) 30CL (4) 113A (4)] Mathematics 31A (4) 31B (4) 32A (4) 32B (4) 33B (4) 1C (5) & Physics 1A (5) 1B (5) 4BL (2)

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

12 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.

Preparation for the Major General Chemistry (Chem) 20A(H), 20B(H), 20L, 30AL

Organic Chemistry (Chem) 30A(H), 30B, 30BL Math 31A, 31B, 32A, 32B, 33A, 33B

Physics 1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 4BL (H) indicates that an HONORS section may be available

Concentration Course Requirements Chemistry (Chem) 110A, 110B, 113A, C113B, [114(H) OR 118+], 153A(H), 171, C172 One Laboratory Elective Chem 118+, M120, 184, C185; Physics 117, 180B, 180C; Electrical Engineering (4 units) 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.  Seminars, individual study courses, and research courses (e.g. 196, 199) may not be used to satisfy the requirements for the Physical Chemistry major.  You must maintain at least a 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.  By their junior year, students are strongly encouraged to join a research group within the physical chemistry division to obtain research experience.  You must have at least a combined 3.0 GPA in the following Prep for Major courses: General Chemistry, Math, and Physics.

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.

QUARTER Course 1 (units) 2 (units) 3 (units) 4 (units) 5 (units) 6 (units) 20B (4) & 30A (4) & 30B (4) & 171 (4) & Chemistry 20A (4) 153A (4) 20L (3) 30AL (4) 30BL (3) 110A (4) Mathematics 31A (4) 31B (4) 32A (4) 32B (4) 33A (4) 33B (4) 1C (5) & Physics 1A (5) 1B (5) 4BL (2)

13 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 Course Title Prerequisite(s) Chemistry Chem 113A; Math 32B, 33A with grades of C- or better (See C115A Quantum Chemistry catalog) C115B Quantum Chemistry [Chem 115A OR Physics 115B] with grade of C- or better C123A Classical & Statistical Thermodynamics Chem [110B OR 156] (113A) C123B Classical & Statistical Thermodynamics Chem [110B OR 156] (113A) 125 Computers in Chemistry Chem 110A, 110B, 113A; Prep: See catalog C143A Structure & Mechanism in Organic Chem Chem 30C, 30CL*, 110B, 113A with grades of C- or better C145 Theoretical & Computational OChem Chem 30C, 113A 156 Physical Biochemistry Chem 110A, 153A C176 Group Theory & Apps to Inorganic Chem Chem 113A, C172 C180 Solid-State Chemistry Chem C172 C215C Advanced Quantum Chem: Applications Chem C215B 215D Molecular Spectra, Diffraction,& Structure Chem C215B; Physics 131 Nonequilibritum Statistical Mechanics & M223C [{Chem C215B and C223B} OR Physics 215A] Molecular Biophysics 225 Chemical Kinetics Chem C215B, C223B Physics 105A Analytic Mechanics Physics 1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H); Math 32B, 33A, 33B* 105B Analytic Mechanics Physics 1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 105A 110A Electricity and Magnetism Physics 1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 131; Math 32B, 33A, 33B 110B Electricity and Magnetism Physics 1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 110A; Math 32B, 33A, 33B 131 Mathematical Methods of Physics Physics 1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H); Math 32B, 33A, 33B 132 Mathematical Methods of Physics Physics 1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 131; Math 32B, 33A, 33B 140A Intro to Solid-State Physics Physics 112 Numerical Analysis Techniques & Particle Physics 1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 105A, 105B, 110A, 110B; 160 Simulations Prep: See catalog Mathematics 115A Liner Algebra Math 33A 115B Linear Algebra Math 115A 132 Complex Analysis for Applications Math 32B, 33B 134 Linear & Nonlinear Systems of Diff. Eq. Math 33B, 115A 135 Ordinary Differential Equations Math 33A, 33B 136 Partial Differential Equations Math 33A, 33B 142 Mathematical Modeling Math 32B, 33B 146 Methods of Applied Mathematics Math 32B, 33B 151A Applied Numerical Methods Math 32B, 33B, 115A; PIC 10A 151B Applied Numerical Methods Math 151A 153 Numerical Methods for Partial Diff. Eq. Math 151A, 151B Electrical Engineering 100 Electrical & Electronic Circuits [ElecEng 1 OR Physics 1C]; Math 33A, 33B 101 Engineering Electromagentics [ElecEng 1 OR Physics 1C]; [{Math 32A & 32B} OR {33A & 33B}] 102 Systems and Signals [ElecEng 1 OR Physics 1C]; Math 33A, 33B 121B Principles of Semiconductor Device Design ElecEng 2 136 Intro to Eng. Optimization Techniques ElecEng 103; Math 32A, 33A 172 Intro to Lasers & Quantum Electronics ElecEng 101 173 Photonic Devices ElecEng 101 * indicates may be taken concurrently with the course [ ] pick one course enclosed in brackets ( ) recommended courses 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 Physical Chemistry Concentration UD Requirements satisfy at least 49 UD units.

14 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.

Preparation for the Major General Chemistry (Chem) 20A(H), 20B(H), 20L, 30AL

Organic Chemistry (Chem) 30A(H)

Math 31A, 31B, 32A, 32B, 33B

Physics 1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 4BL

(H) indicates that an HONORS section is available

Upper Division Major Requirements Chemistry (Chem) 110A, 113A, 171, C185, [C172+ or C180+ or C181+] One Chemistry Elective 110B, 113B, C172+, C174, C175, C176, C180+, C181+ (4 units) Materials Science & 104, 110, 110L, 120, 131, [121+ or 150+ or 160+] Engineering Two Materials Science & Engineering Electives 111, 121+, 122, 132, 150+, 160+, 162, CM180 (8 units) Laboratory Electives Chem 114, 118, 184; Materials Science & Engineering 121L, 131L, 161L (7 units) +Course may only be applied once to the major [ ] Pick one course enclosed in brackets

Important Notes

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.

QUARTER Course 1 (units) 2 (units) 3 (units) 4 (units) 5 (units) 6 (units) 20B (4) & 30A (4) & [110A (4) OR Chemistry 20A (4) 171 (4) 20L (3) 30AL (4) C172 (4)] 110 (4) & 110L MatSci &Eng 104 (4) (2) Mathematics 31A (4) 31B (4) 32A (4) 32B (4) 33B (4) Physics 1A (5) 1B (5) 1C (5) 4BL (2)

15 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 Prerequisite(s) Chemistry 110A Physical Chemistry: Chemical Chem 20B; Math 32A; Physics 1A, 1B, 1C* Thermodynamics 110B Physical Chemistry: Intro to Statistical Chem 110A, 113A; Math 32B Mechanics and Kinetics 113A Physical Chemistry: Intro to Quantum Chem 20B; Math 32A, 32B, 33B; Physics 1A, 1B, 1C with grades of Mechanics C- or better C113B Physical Chemistry: Intro to Molecular Chem 113A Spectroscopy 114 (H) Physical Chemistry Lab Chem 30AL, 110A, 113A with grades of C- or better; [110B* OR C113B*] 118 Colloidal Dynamics Lab [Chem 110A, 110B with grades of B or better OR equivalent Statistical Mechanics courses from engineering, math, or physics] 171 Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry Chem 30B with grade of C- or better C172 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Chem 171 with grade of C- or better C174 Inorganic and Metalorganic Lab Methods Chem 30CL, C172 with grades of C- or better C175 Inorganic Reaction Mechanisms Chem 110A, 110B, 113A, C172 C176 Group Theory and Applications to Chem 113A, C172 Inorganic Chemistry C180 Solid-State Chemistry Chem C172 C181 Polymer Chemistry Chem 30B, 110A 184 Chemical Instrumentation Chem 30CL, 110A with grades of C- or better C185 Materials Chemistry Lab Chem 30AL, 110A, 113A, 171 Material Science & Engineering 104 Science of Engineering Materials Chem 20A, 20B, 20L; Physics 1A, 1B 110 Intro to Materials Characterization A MatSci&Eng 104 (Crystal Structure, Nanostructures, and X-Ray Scattering) 110L Intro to Materials Characterization A Lab MatSci&Eng 104 111 Intro to Materials Characterization B MatSci&Eng 104, 110 (Electron Microscopy) 120 Physics of Materials [{MatSci&Eng 104 and 110} OR Chem 113A] 121 Materials Science of Semiconductors MatSci&Eng 120 121L Materials Science of Semiconductors Lab MatSci&Eng 121* 122 Principles of Electronic Materials MatSci&Eng 104 Processing 131 Diffusion and Diffusion-Controlled MatSci&Eng 130 Reactions 131L Diffusion and Diffusion-Controlled MatSci&Eng 131* Reactions Lab 132 Structure and Properties of Metallic Alloys MatSci&Eng 131 150 Intro to Polymers None 160 Intro to Ceramics and Glasses MatSci&Eng 104, 130 161L Lab in Ceramics MatSci&Eng 160 (161*) 162 Electronic Ceramics MatSci&Eng 104; [Electrical Eng 1 OR Physics 1] CM180 Intro to Biomaterials [MatSci&Eng 104 OR {Chem 20A, 20B and 20L}] * indicates may be taken concurrently with the course [ ] pick one course enclosed in brackets ( ) recommended courses 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.

16 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.

Preparation for the Major General Chemistry (Chem) 20A(H), 20B(H), 20L, 30AL

Organic Chemistry (Chem) 30A(H), 30B, 30BL, 30C, 30CL

Math 31A, 31B, 32A, 32B, 33B

Physics 1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 4BL (H) indicates that an HONORS section is available

Upper Division Major Requirements Chemistry (Chem) 110A, 113A, 136, 171, C185 One Chemistry Elective 110B, C113B, C143A, C143B, 144, C172, C174, C175, C176, C180, C181 (4 units) Materials Science & 104, 110, 110L, 120, 150 Engineering One Materials Science & Engineering Elective 111, 121, 122, 131, 132, 160, 162, CM180 (4 units) Laboratory Electives Chem 114, 118, 184; Materials Science & Engineering 121L, 131L, 161L (7 units)

Important Notes

Class Scheduling Preparation for the Major

The following schedule for the first six quarters is strongly recommended for students planning to major in Chemistry- Materials Science with the Organic Concentration. A normal course load is 16 units per quarter; students should also integrate their lower division general education requirements.

QUARTER COURSES 1 (units) 2 (units) 3 (units) 4 (units) 5 (units) 6 (units) 20B (4) & 30A (4) & 30B (4) & 30C (4) & 171 (4) & Chemistry 20A (4) 20L (3) 30AL (4) 30BL (3) 30CL (4) 110A (4) MatSci&Eng 104 (4) Mathematics 31A (4) 31B (4) 32A (4) 32B (4) 33B (4) Physics 1A (5) 1B (5) 1C (5) 4BL (2)

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 Prerequisite(s) Chemistry 110A Physical Chemistry: Chemical Thermo Chem 20B; Math 32A or 3C; Physics 1A, 1B, 1C* 110B Physical Chemistry: Intro to Statistical Chem 110A, 113A; Math 32B Mechanics and Kinetics 113A Physical Chemistry: Intro to Quantum Chem 20B; Math 32A, 32B, 33B; Physics 1A, 1B, 1C with grades of Mechanics C- or better C113B Physical Chemistry: Intro to Molecular Chem 113A Spectroscopy 114 (H) Physical Chemistry Lab Chem 30AL, 110A, 113A with grades of C- or better; [110B* OR C113B*] 118 Colloidal Dynamics Lab [Chem 110A, 110B with grades of B or better OR equivalent Statistical Mechanics course from engineering, math, or physics] 136 Organic Structural Methods Chem 30C, 30CL with grades of C- or better C143A Structure and Mechanism in Organic Chem 30C, 30CL*, 110B, 113A with grades of C- or better Chemistry C143B Mechanism and Structure in Organic Chem C143A with grade of C- or better Chemistry 144 Practical and Theoretical Introductory Chem 30C, 30CL with grades of C- or better Organic Synthesis 171 Intermediate Inorganic Chemistry Chem 30B with grade of C- or better C172 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Chem 171 with grade of C- or better C174 Inorganic and Metalorganic Lab Methods Chem 30CL, C172 with grades of C- or better C175 Inorganic Reaction Mechanisms Chem 110A, 110B, 113A, C172 C176 Group Theory and Applications to Chem 113A, C172 Inorganic Chemistry C180 Solid-State Chemistry Chem C172 C181 Polymer Chemistry Chem 30B, 110A 184 Chemical Instrumentation Chem 30CL, 110A with grades of C- or better C185 Materials Chemistry Laboratory Chem 30AL, 110A, 113A, 171 Materials Science & Engineering 104 Science of Engineering Materials Chem 20A, 20B, 20L; Physics 1A, 1B 110 Intro to Materials Characterization A MatSci&Eng 104 (Crystal Structure, Nanostructures, and X-Ray Scattering) 110L Intro to Materials Characterization A Lab MatSci&Eng 104 111 Intro to Materials Characterization B MatSci&Eng 104, 110 (Electron Microscopy) 120 Physics of Materials [{MatSci&Eng 104 and 110} OR Chem 113A] 121 Materials Science of Semiconductors MatSci&Eng 120 121L Materials Science of Semiconductors Lab MatSci&Eng 121* 122 Principles of Electronic Materials MatSci&Eng 104 Processing 131 Diffusion and Diffusion-Controlled MatSci&Eng 130 Reactions 131L Diffusion and Diffusion-Controlled MatSci&Eng 131* Reactions Lab 132 Structure and Properties of Metallic Alloys MatSci&Eng 131 150 Intro to Polymers None 160 Intro to Ceramics and Glasses MatSci&Eng 104, 130 161L Laboratory in Ceramics MatSci&Eng 160 (161*) 162 Electronic Ceramics MatSci&Eng 104; [Electrical Eng 1 OR Physics 1] CM180 Introduction to Biomaterials [MatSci&Eng 104 OR Chem {20A, 20B and 20L}] * indicates may be taken concurrently with the course [ ] pick one course enclosed in brackets ( ) recommended courses 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 Organic Concentration UD Requirements satisfy at least 51 UD units.

18 UCLA GENERAL CHEMISTRY MAJOR 2013-2014 Advisor: Dr. Steve Hardinger, 3077C Young Hall, [email protected]

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)

Preparation for the Major General Chemistry (Chem) 20A(H), 20B(H), 20L, 30AL

Organic Chemistry (Chem) 30A(H), 30B, 30BL, 30C, 30CL

Math 31A, 31B, 32A, 33B Physics 1A(H), 1B(H), 1C(H), 4BL (H) indicates that an HONORS section may be available

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

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. Your specific career interests 2. 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 3. 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 4. Fill out a change of major petition in the Undergraduate Chemistry & Biochemistry Office, 4006 Young Hall 5. Email your proposal to [email protected] and [email protected] 6. Please allow one week for your proposal to be evaluated.

http://web.chem.ucla.edu/~harding/

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.  You must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA in all upper division coursework taken to fulfill the major requirements.  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 19

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.

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 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.

20 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 degree in the specified major within the Chemistry and Biochemistry department. Program in Computing (PIC) 10A, 10B Program in Computing (PIC) Elective 10C, 15, 20A, 30, 40A, 60 (Choose one) Chemistry (Chem) C126A, C145, CM160A, C160B (8 units)

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.   Program In Computing courses are offered through the Mathematics Department

Course Information

Course Course Title Prerequisite(s) Program In Computing 10A Intro to Programming None (PIC 1 if no prior computing experience) 10B Intermediate Programming PIC 10A 10C Advanced Programming PIC 10B Intro to Lisp and Symbolic 15 PIC 10A Computation Principles of Java Language with 20A PIC 10A Applications Machine Organization and Assembly 30 PIC 10B Language Programming 40A Intro to Programming for the Internet PIC 10A (10B) 60 Data Structures and Algorithms PIC 10B; Math 31A, 31B, 61 Chemistry Chem 110A; Math 33B (see catalog for C126A Computational Methods for Chemists preparation) Theoretical and Computational C145 Chem 30C, 113A Organic Chemistry [Biostats 100A OR 110A OR Math 170A OR Stats CM160A Intro to Bioinformatics 100A OR 110A]; [CompSci 180 OR PIC 60] with grades of C- or better Algorithms in Bioinformatics and Chem C160A with grade of C- or better (PIC 60; C160B Systems Biology Stats 100A, 110A) ( ) recommended courses [ ] pick one course enclosed in brackets

21 Chemistry & Biochemistry Tentative Course Offerings for 2013-2014 Course Fall Winter Spring Course Fall Winter Spring 14A X X CM161A/C261A X

14B X X C164/C264 X

14BL X X X C165/C265 X 14C X X X 171 X X 14CL X X X 172 X C174/C274 Not Offered 14D X X X C176/C276A X C179/C279 Not Offered 19 X C180/C280 X 20A X X C181/C281 Offered Every Other Year

20AH X 184 X

20B X X C185 X

20BH X 192A/B X X X

20L X X X 201 X 30A X X 203A X

30AL X X X 203B X 30B X X 203D X

30BL X X X 204 X X 30C X X M205B X

30CL X X 206 X X X 98XA/XB X X X 207 X C100/C200 X 209 X 103 Not Offered 218 X X X CM105/CM205A X M223C X

110A X X X 228 X X X 110B X M230B X

113A X X X M230D X C113B/C213B X 236 X

114/114H X X X 241A X C115A/C215A X 241B X

C115B/C215B X 244A X

C122/C222 X 244B X

C123A/C223A X 247 X X X

C123B/C223B X 248 X X X

125 X 249B X X X

136 X M254 X

C1140/C240 Not offered 257 X C143A/C243A X 258 X

C143B/C243B X 266 X

144 X 268 X X X

C145/C245 Offered Every Other Year 269A X 153A X X X 269B X 153B X X X 269C X 153C X X X 269D X 153L X X X 269E X 154 X X X 271 X 156 X X 272G X X X

C159A/C259A X 278 X X X C159B/C259B X 276B Not Offered CM160A/CM260A X C285 X C160B/C260B Not Offered All Information is Subject to Change

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23 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 mentor’s signature on the Contract. The Undergraduate Office staff will obtain the Department Chair’s 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 student’s 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.

24 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. A descriptive Title.

2. 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.

3. 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).

4. 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).

5. 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.

6. 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.

25 Frequently Asked Questions

I can’t 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 [email protected] with the following information: o Your Name o Student ID number o The term o The Course o 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 (won’t count towards unit max) or grade credit (won’t count in your GPA).

What is my chance of getting into a Chemistry class if I am waitlisted? What if I can’t 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.

26 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 Fee Transcript Notation? Weeks 1-2 URSA None No Weeks 3-4 URSA $5 No Weeks 5-7 URSA $20 Yes Weeks 8-10* Green Drop Petition^ $35 Yes After Week Red Drop Petition $50 Yes 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 Fee Transcript Notation? Weeks 1-2 URSA None No Weeks 3 -10+ Red Drop Petition $20 Yes After Week 10+ Red Drop Petition $50 Yes

+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.

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 You must be in good To declare a major in the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department, fill out a change of major petition academic standing (2.0 (http://www.registrar.ucla.edu/forms/programchange.pdf) and bring it to GPA) with at least 12 units the Undergraduate Office in 4006 Young Hall. completed at UCLA (including at least one When petitioning, we will look at your overall progress, check to see if you chemistry course) before have at least a 2.0 GPA, make sure you do not have any outstanding D’s or being allowed to declare or F’s 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 change majors. units). 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 [email protected] 2. Leave the subject link blank 3. In the body text write: subscribe ugradlist [email protected]

You should receive a message that will request a reply to complete your registration. http://www.chemistry.ucla.edu/pages/ugrad/listserv

28 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 four- year 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 student’s UCLA GPA o Residency Requirements o Senior Residency – 35 of the last 45 units towards a student’s 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

29 Academic Programs for Undergrads in Science

Departmental Scholar Program (B.S/M.S. Program) Exceptionally promising undergraduate students may petition to pursue their Bachelor’s (B.S.) and Master’s (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 there’s 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 world’s 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: [email protected]. 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

30 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 bachelor’s 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 [email protected] (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 [email protected], to set up an individual advising session. www.nslc.ucla.edu/cateach

31 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

32 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 (On- Line 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 Registrar’s 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 student’s 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