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Chemistry & Physics

Chemistry Programs

Chemistry - 36.5 to 41.5 Hours
2007-2009 Catalog

Students planning to pursue graduate study in chemistry should plan to take the following:

Required Courses:

  • Chem 101/102 Bonds and Structure I and II (8)
  • Chem 201/202 Organic Chemistry I and II (8)
  • Chem 205 Quantitative Analysis (4)
  • Chem 301/302 Physical Chemistry I and II
  • Chem 307 Instrumental Analysis
  • Chem 369/370 Chemistry/Biochemistry Seminar (1.5) 
  • Chem 398 Research (1 -1.5)

Electives in Chemistry:

  • 4-9 hours in chemistry courses not already used 

Required Supporting Courses

  • Math 151/152 Calculus I and II  (8) Additional math may be needed for students planning to study certain areas of chemistry.
  • Phys 191/192 General Physics I and II (4)

The minimum expectations for other applications of the major are given below:

Chemistry Courses

  • Chem 101/102 Bonds and Structure I and II (8)
  • Chem 201/202 Organic Chemistry I and II (8)
  • Chem 205 Quantitative Analysis (4)
  • Chem 369 Chemistry Seminar OR Chem 370 Biochemistry Seminar (1-1.5)OR Chem 398 Research
  • Chemistry Electives (minimum)

Required Supporting Courses:

  • Math 140 Elements of Calculus OR Math 151 Calculus I recommended (4)
  • Phys 151/152 Principles of Physics I and II OR Phys 191/192 General Physics I and II (8)

Students should consult with the department chairperson to determine the chemistry electives and supporting courses best suited for the intended application of the major. A wide variety of combinations of courses is possible.

Chemistry Minor - 19 to 20 Hours
2007-2009 Catalog

Required Courses:

  • Chem 101/102 Bonds and Structure I and II (8)
  • Chem 201 Organic Chemistry I (4)

Elective in Chemistry (3 to 4):

  • Additional Chemistry Elective not already used

Elective - one of the following:

  • Chem 205 Quantitative Analysis (4)
  • Chem 307 Instrumental Analysis (4)

View course descriptions for Chemistry, Physics and Math

 

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