2021-2022 Catalog

Chemistry, Associate of Science

The Associate of Science degree in Chemistry prepares students for a career in a variety of entry-level positions. Graduates may find employment opportunities in areas such as biotechnology, chemical manufacturing, chemical or medical research, forensics, and pharmaceuticals. The Associate of Science degree in Chemistry is strongly recommended for pre-chiropractic, pre-dental, pre-medical, pre-pharmacy, pre-veterinary, or other professional areas.

The curriculum is designed to provide students with the scientific knowledge and skills necessary to transfer into a baccalaureate program in chemistry. Students are advised to counsel with the college/university of their choice to determine if the courses required by Presentation College are applicable at a transfer institution offering a bachelor's degree in chemistry.

Chemistry AS - Degree Requirements

63 credits

Chemistry Assoc. Requirements (39 cr)

CH 153 College Chemistry I 3
CH 163 College Chemistry 3
CH 303 Organic Chemistry I 3
CH 313 Organic Chemistry II 3
CH 323 Biochemistry 3
CL 151 College Chemistry I Lab 1
CL 161 College Chemistry II Lab 1
CL 303 Organic Chemistry I Lab 1
CL 313 Organic Chemistry II Lab 1
CL 321 Biochemistry Lab 1
MA 153 College Algebra (pre-requisite to Physics) 3
PC 103 Physics I 3
PC 113 Physics II 3
PL 101 Physics I Lab 1
PL 111 Physics II Lab 1
Science Elective 4
Science Elective 4

General Education Requirements (24–27 cr):

Foundational Series—13–16 credits
  • Communication Skills (9 cr)
    • EN 113/EN 114 College Composition I (3 cr)
    • EN 133: College Composition II (3 cr)
    • CT 233: Communication Skills I: Interpersonal Communication (3 cr)
  • Science and Quantitative Reasoning (4–7 cr)
    • Natural Science Lecture + Laboratory (4 cr)
    • Minimum competency on ACT/SAT for placement into MA 153 or MA 243 OR completion of intermediate algebra course (if course necessary, 3 cr)
Intellect and Inquiry Series—3 credits
  • Social Responsibility and Civic Engagement—lower-level (3 cr)
Lantern Series—8 credits
  • Theological and Ethical Education (6 cr)
    • RS 123: The Christian Tradition (3 cr)
    • RS 293: Christian Ethics (3 cr)
  • Personal Health and Wellbeing (1 cr)
    • GE 148: Personal Health and Wellbeing (1 cr)
  • College Experience (1 cr)
    • GE 111: The College Experience (1 cr)