Chemistry

Major Requirements

The Chemistry Major requires the following course work in chemistry:

• CHE 111 and 112   Chemical Principles and Analysis/Equilibrium
• CHE 205 and 206   Organic Chemistry I and II
• CHE 300   Technical Information              
• CHE 302   Instrumental Analysis             
• CHE 306   Advanced Organic Chemistry
• CHE 307   Biochemistry I                         
• CHE 331   Inorganic Chemistry                                             
• CHE 335   Physical Chemistry      
• CHE 352   Seminar
• CHE 391 or 393   Research or Internship

Also two courses from the “Controlled Pool:” 

• CHE 308   Biochemistry II
• CHE 314   Toxicology
• CHE 341   Polymers
• CHE 344   Heterocyclics
• CHE 347   Trace Evidence

Also, one year of college physics and one year of college calculus (Students going on to graduate school take additional calculus). 

Other options: Forensic Science Concentration or Teacher Certification

These programs are integrated in with the chemistry major for those who choose them.  Some special courses are associated with these pathways, and teacher candidates must complete all education courses required for certification. 

The Chemistry Minor requires the following course work in chemistry:  CHE 111, 112, 205, 206, 331, and 4 additional chemistry credits at the 300-level; also one year of physics and one year of college calculus.