Chemistry

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Program at a Glance

Degree(s)

Bachelor of Science

College(s)/School(s)

College of Natural and Behavioral Sciences

Department(s)

Molecular Biology and Chemistry

Unleash the power of chemistry as you explore the natural world at the molecular and chemical level. Our program offers a comprehensive curriculum that combines classroom instruction, laboratory work, and research experiences. Develop a strong foundation in core areas of chemistry, with a focus on carbon-based compounds. Advance your studies in specialized areas such as the physical characteristics of matter, detection and quantification, and non-carbon-based compounds. Gain practical skills, analytical thinking, and scientific expertise through hands-on experiments and research opportunities that will enable you to make impactful contributions in various fields.

Degree Requirements

Students majoring in Chemistry who complete all requirements earn the degree of BS, Chemistry.

Core

  • CHEM 121/121L - General Chemistry I and Laboratory
  • CHEM 122/122L - General Chemistry II and Laboratory
  • MATH 140 (Calculus and Analytic Geometry) or MATH 148 (Accelerated Calculus) and MATH 240 (Intermediate Calculus)
  • PHYS 201/201L - General Physics and Laboratory
  • PHYS 202/202L - General Physics and Laboratory
  • CHEM 321/321L - Organic Chemistry I and Laboratory I
  • CHEM 322/322L - Organic Chemistry II and Laboratory
  • CHEM 341 - Physical Chemistry I
  • CHEM 342/342L - Physical Chemistry and Laboratory
  • CHEM 361/361L - Analytical Chemistry and Laboratory
  • CHEM 391W - Investigating Chemical Literature
  • CHEM 401/401L - Inorganic Chemistry and Laboratory
  • CHEM 445/445L - Instrumental Analysis and Laboratory
  • CHEM 492W - POGIA-A Chemistry Capstone Course

Electives

  • Six additional credits:
    • CHEM 395 Special topics
    • CHEM 435 - Nanochemistry and Nanotechnology
    • CHEM 443 - Atmospheric Chemistry
    • CHEM 465 - Environmental Chemistry
    • CHEM 470 - Advanced Organic Chemistry
    • CHEM 492W - POGIA-A Chemistry Capstone Course
    • CHEM 495 - Special Topics
    • CHEM 499 - Independent Study and Research

Core

  • CHEM 121L - General Chemistry I Laboratory
  • CHEM 122L - General Chemistry II Laboratory
  • CHEM 321L - Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
  • CHEM 322L - Organic Chemistry II Laboratory

Electives

  • At least seven additional credit hours in chemistry at the 300- or 400-level
    • CHEM 321/321L - Organic Chemistry I and Laboratory
    • CHEM 322/322L - Organic Chemistry II and Laboratory
    • CHEM 341 - Physical Chemistry I
    • CHEM 342/342L - Physical Chemistry II and Laboratory
    • CHEM 361/361L - Analytical Chemistry and Laboratory
    • CHEM 391W - Investigating Chemical Literature
    • CHEM 395 - Special Topics
    • CHEM 401/401L - Inorganic Chemistry and Laboratory
    • CHEM 435 - Nanochemistry and Nanotechnology
    • CHEM 443 - Atmospheric Chemistry
    • CHEM 445/445L - Instrumental Analysis and Laboratory
    • CHEM 465 - Environmental Chemistry
    • CHEM 470 - Advanced Organic Chemistry
    • CHEM 492W - POGIA-A Chemistry Capstone Course
    • CHEM 495 - Special Topics
    • CHEM 499 - Independent Study and Research
Course Catalog

Career Options

  • Research Scientist
  • Analytical Chemist
  • Chemical Engineer
  • Quality Control Specialist
  • Environmental Scientist
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