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7/25/2022 9:44:06 AM
Chemistry, Associate in Science
Total Program Credits: 60
Many careers are open to Chemistry majors. Lab technician positions in the chemical industry are available for students with an associate in science degree. Students continuing with a four-year Chemistry major program have career possibilities in research, government, patent law, business administration, sales and purchasing, chemical engineering, environmental work (pollution control and ecology) and quality control in the food industry. Students planning a career in medicine, dentistry or veterinary science often major in Chemistry with supporting Biology courses.
The following courses are recommended for transfer to a four-year college or university for students intending to major in Chemistry. To complete the associate in science degree, all general education requirements must be completed, plus additional courses for a total of 64 credits.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Associate in Science Degree (Chemistry) emphasis, the graduate will be able to:
- apply the scientific method by conducting experiments, using instrumentation, testing hypotheses and completing lab reports;
- use proper techniques for good laboratory practice, including basic principles of lab safety, to acquire the skills necessary for continuing education and/or employment in chemical industry;
- demonstrate the ability to read, comprehend, and critically review scientific literature to recognize legitimate sources and conduct scientific research;
- identify the nomenclature, structure, and properties of chemical molecules;
- classify chemical reactions and processes (including sustainable and ecologically-conscious ones) in order to recognize their application to everyday life;
- illustrate the principles of qualitative and quantitative problem-solving in the classroom and in the laboratory; and
- develop an awareness of chemistry-related fields and careers in preparation for future employment or higher education.
(Fall 2021)
Placement Measures
Program Map for Students
| CHM 140 ◊ # General Chemistry I | Physical Science Gen-ed | 5 |
| MAT 131 ◊ # Calculus & Analytic Geometry I | Mathematics Gen-ed | 5 |
| RHT 101 ◊ # Freshman Rhetoric & Composition I | Communications Gen-ed | 3 |
| Take Credits | Social and Behavioral Science Gen-ed | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 16 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan.
Explore transfer institutions and admissions requirements by attending transfer events. |
Note: Grade of “C” or higher is an IAI requirement for RHT 101◊ and RHT 102◊.
| CHM 141 ◊ # General Chemistry II | Core Course | 5 |
| MAT 133 ◊ # Calculus & Analytic Geometry II | Mathematics Gen-ed | 5 |
| RHT 102 ◊ # Freshman Rhetoric & Composition II | Communications Gen-ed | 3 |
| Take Credits | Social and Behavioral Science Gen-ed | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 16 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic and transfer plan.
Create a Transferology account to explore how coursework transfers. Attend a Transfer 101 Workshop. |
Note: Grade of “C” or higher is an IAI requirement for RHT 101◊ and RHT 102◊.
| CHM 234 ◊ # Organic Chemistry I | Core Course | 5 |
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| PHY 101 ◊ # General Physics (Mechanics, Heat & Sound) | Physical Science Gen-ed | 5 |
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| PHY 106 ◊ # General Physics (Mechanics) | Physical Science Gen-ed | 4 |
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| SPE 101 ◊ # Principles of Effective Speaking | Communications Gen-ed | 3 |
| Take Credits | Humanities Gen-ed | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 15-16 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic and transfer plan.
Attend a Ready to Apply Workshop.
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| CHM 235 ◊ # Organic Chemistry II | Core Course | 5 |
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| PHY 102 ◊ # General Physics (Electricity, Magnetism, Optics & Modern Physics) | Core Course | 5 |
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| PHY 107 ◊ # General Physics (Electricity, Magnetism, and Thermodynamics) | Core Course | 4 |
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| MAT 235 ◊ # Calculus & Analytic Geometry III | Mathematics Gen-ed | 5 |
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| Take Credits | Fine Arts Gen-ed | 3 |
| Take Credits | Life Science Gen-ed | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 15-16 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your transfer plan.
Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabi.)
Apply to your transfer institution(s). GECC Note: Take one additional Humanities or Fine Arts and one additional Social and Behavioral Science course, to be eligible for the General Education Core Curriculum (GECC) Credential. |
GECC Note: Take one additional Humanities or Fine Arts and one additional Social and Behavioral Science course, to be eligible for the General Education Core Curriculum (GECC) Credential.
| CHM 141 ◊ # General Chemistry II | Core Course | 5 |
| CHM 234 ◊ # Organic Chemistry I | Core Course | 5 |
| CHM 235 ◊ # Organic Chemistry II | Core Course | 5 |
| MAT 235 ◊ # Calculus & Analytic Geometry III | Mathematics Gen-ed | 5 |
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| PHY 102 ◊ # General Physics (Electricity, Magnetism, Optics & Modern Physics) | Core Course | 5 |
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| PHY 107 ◊ # General Physics (Electricity, Magnetism, and Thermodynamics) | Core Course | 4 |
(Select courses that meet the BS requirements of your transfer college. Foreign Language encouraged if transferring.)
Notes: PHY 106◊, PHY 107◊ and PHY 108◊ are required for students planning to major in Engineering.
CHM 234◊, CHM 235◊: Recommend completion of CHM 234◊ and CHM 235◊ sequence at Triton.
See Associate in Science Graduation Requirements: http://triton.smartcatalogiq.com/2021-2022/Triton-College-Catalog/Arts-and-Sciences-Programs/Associate-in-Science/Associate-in-Science-Degree-Requirements
Foreign Language encouraged if transferring to a four-year institution.
See CHM course descriptions
Chairperson: Sheldon Turner, Ext. 3008; email: sheldonturner@triton.edu