Chemistry Major - Bachelor of Science
Graduates with a major in Chemistry may pursue careers in industry in chemical information, technical writing, chemical sales, and technical support. The chemistry major may also serve as a basis for further study in biochemistry, medicine, environmental science, pharmaceutical science, physiology or molecular biology. Students may also receive dual degrees through the 3-2 Program in Chemical Engineering. (See the description under Pre-Engineering.)
The program has three tracks. Students who wish to work in the chemical industry will follow the general track. This option will be useful for preparation for work in related fields or for professional schools when combined with other courses, minors or majors.
The environmental chemistry track prepares students to work directly in positions in the environmental industry or for graduate study in this field or law.
The chemistry teaching track is solely intended to qualify the student for state certification for secondary school chemistry teaching.
Track 1: General Chemistry
General Education Requirements
| BIOL 171 | Principles of Biology | 4 |
| CHEM 111 | Principles of Chemistry I | 4 |
| MATH 174 | Pre-Calculus Mathematics | 3 |
| | | |
| CHEM 499C | Chemistry Senior Project I | 2 |
| | and | |
| CHEM 499D | Chemistry Senior Project II | 1 |
| | or | |
| CHEM 499E | Issues in Chemistry | 3 |
| | General Education courses | variable |
| Total Credit Hours: | 38 |
Track I Requirements
General Chemistry Track Requirements
300-level elective: (BIOL 490 is also an accepted course)
Supplemental Requirements
Minor
All majors must also have a minor or additional major. See Terms to Know.
General Electives
| | General electives | variable |
| Total Credit Hours: | 24 |
Total Credit Hours: 120
Track 2: Environmental Chemistry
General Education Requirements
| BIOL 171 | Principles of Biology | 4 |
| CHEM 111 | Principles of Chemistry I | 4 |
| MATH 174 | Pre-Calculus Mathematics | 3 |
| | | |
| CHEM 499C | Chemistry Senior Project I | 2 |
| | and | |
| CHEM 499D | Chemistry Senior Project II | 1 |
| | or | |
| CHEM 499E | Issues in Chemistry | 3 |
| | General Education courses | variable |
| Total Credit Hours: | 38 |
Track 2 Requirements
Environmental Chemistry Requirements
Select one course from the following:
Supplemental Requirements
Minor
All majors must also have a minor or additional major. See Terms to Know.
| | Minor | 21 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 21 |
General Electives
| | General electives | variable |
| Total Credit Hours: | 23 |
Total Credit Hours: 120
Where students take a double major, upper division chemistry electives may be taken to replace CHEM 499C and CHEM 499D with the permission of chemistry advisor.
Track 3: Chemistry with Teacher Certification (Secondary)
General Education Requirements
| BIOL 171 | Principles of Biology | 4 |
| CHEM 111 | Principles of Chemistry I | 4 |
| MATH 174 | Pre-Calculus Mathematics | 3 |
| | | |
| CHEM 499C | Chemistry Senior Project I | 2 |
| | and | |
| CHEM 499D | Chemistry Senior Project II | 1 |
| | or | |
| CHEM 499E | Issues in Chemistry | 3 |
| | General Education courses | variable |
| Total Credit Hours: | 38 |
Track 3 Requirements
Chemistry with Teacher Certification (Secondary) Requirements
| CHEM 112 | Principles of Chemistry II | 4 |
| | or | |
| CHEM 131 | Environmental Chemistry I | 4 |
| | | |
| CHEM 326 | Organic Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHEM 351 | Bioinorganic Chemistry | 3 |
| CHEM 360 | Analytical Chemistry | 3 |
| CHEM 441 | Physical Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM | Electives above 300 | 8 |
| SCI 402 | Integrated Biology, Mathematics and Physical Science Teaching Methods* | 3 |
| SCI 403 | Integrated Biology, Mathematics and Science Field Experiences in Teaching* | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 31 |
Supplemental Requirements
Teacher Education Requirements
| EDF 207 | Foundations of Education | 3 |
| EDF 211 | Human Growth and Development | 3 |
| EDF 311 | Learning Theories, Assessment and Diversity* | 3 |
| EDSE 312 | Educational Methods and Technology* | 3 |
| EDSE 416 | Clinical Practice* | 12 |
| EDSE 483 | Classroom Organization and Management for Secondary Teachers* | 3 |
| EDSP 230 | Education of Exceptional Children | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 30 |
Minor
All minors must also have a minor or additional major. See Terms to Know.
Total Credit Hours: 132
In order to achieve state certification for teaching chemistry, the requirements for a secondary education certificate as listed by the College of Education must be satisfied. Currently, the course requirements are EDF 207, EDF 211, EDF 311, EDSE 312, EDSP 230, EDSE 416 and EDSE 483. For other requirements for certification, see the College of Education section in the catalog and an advisor in the College of Education.