Chemistry (B.A.)
Broadly based in the liberal arts tradition, the B.A. in Chemistry has been designed for students interested in careers in areas that use chemistry as a base, such as the health-related professions, pharmaceutical marketing, secondary science education, chemistry-related industry, and/or entrance to graduate school. By combining this major with any one of a number of majors or minors, considerable flexibility is provided to the student. A specific articulation with the Education department (secondary option) is available and allows students to complete a dual major (B.A. in Chemistry, B.S. in Education) with Chemistry certification.
Integrative Studies Requirements
40 credits minimum
Code | Title | Credits |
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Major Requirements (48 credits) | ||
Core Courses: | ||
INCHEM-111 | General Chemistry | 4 |
CHEM-112 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
CHEM-221 | Organic Chemistry I | 4 |
CHEM-222 | Organic Chemistry II | 4 |
Upper-Level Chemistry Courses | ||
Select one of the following: | 4 | |
Physical Chemistry | ||
Analytical Chemistry | ||
Inorganic Chemistry | ||
Biochemistry | ||
Advanced Special Topics | ||
Select one of the following: | 4 | |
Synthesis and Characterization | ||
Empirical Physical Chemistry | ||
Experimental Chemical Analysis | ||
Select two additional Chemistry courses at the 300/400 level | 8 | |
Related Field: | ||
INBIO-110 | Cells and Molecules | 4 |
MATH-141 | Introductory Statistics | 4 |
INPHYS-141 | College Physics I | 4 |
or INPHYS-241 | University Physics I | |
PHYS-142 | College Physics II | 4 |
or PHYS-242 | University Physics II | |
Total Credits | 48 |
Electives
Select additional courses to reach a total of 120 credits.
Degree Requirements
120 credits
40 credits at the upper-level
Upon completion of the Chemistry major students will:
- Understand a broad range of knowledge in analytical, biochemical, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry
- Apply their knowledge and critical thinking skills to the solution of theoretical and practical problems in chemistry
- Understand the basic theory and use of modern instrumentation. Specifically, to be able to demonstrate the ability to acquire, interpret, and analyze data using instrumental methods
- Demonstrate laboratory skills appropriate to the study of chemistry, including
- The ability to perform quantitative or qualitative chemical measurements,
- The ability to perform basic synthetic reactions
- The ability to maintain a laboratory notebook
- The ability to work safely in a laboratory setting
- Prepare effective written scientific reports and oral presentations assisted by the use of computer technology (word processing, spreadsheets, chemical structure drawing programs, and chemical information retrieval services)
- Understand the importance of chemistry as it applies to industrial, economic, environmental, and social issues, and maintain an interest in the study and practice of chemistry
- Be successful in pursuing graduate studies or employment in chemistry or a chemically-related field