Objectives for the Chemistry Major
Upon completion of the program, the student will:
1. Demonstrate a clear understanding of the scientific method.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of basic chemical concepts.
3. Demonstrate ability to discuss/explain/evaluate chemical concepts in both oral and written forms.
4. Be capable of searching the scientific literature for specific information, whether the sources are electronic or print.
5. Be able to critically evaluate and analyze scientific data found in the literature.
6. Demonstrate mastery of laboratory skills and experimental methods common to the critical sciences.
7. Show an ability to plan and modify chemical experiments.
8. Be capable of evaluating and analyzing experimental results.
9. Demonstrate an ability to present experimental results in written and oral form.
10. Be aware and capable of dealing with the hazards inherent in the use of chemicals and chemical compounds.
11. Show an ability to create and maintain a complete and accurate record of experimental data.
12. Understand environmental principles and issues as they pertain to the chemical sciences.
Chemistry Major
Requires a minimum of 36 hours in chemistry which shall include
CHEM 175 Principles of Chemistry I........................4 hrs.176 Principles of Chemistry II.......................4 hrs.
271 Quantitative Analysis............................4 hrs.
355 Organic Chemistry I..............................3 hrs.
356 Organic Chemistry II.............................3 hrs.
357 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I...................1 hr.
358 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II..................1 hr.
363 Physical Chemistry...............................4 hrs.
499A Chemistry Seminar I.............................1 hr.
499B Chemistry Seminar II............................1 hr.
As support courses, the student must take
MATH 231 Calculus I.......................................4 hrs.
232 Calculus II......................................4 hrs.
PHYS 210 General Physics I................................4 hrs.
220 General Physics I................................4 hrs.
either
MDLG 103 Elementary German I............................3-4 hrs.
104 Elementary German II...........................3-4 hrs.
or
CS 201 Computer Programming I...........................4 hrs.
202 Computer Programming II..........................3 hrs.
A minimum of six hours of field experience are required for graduation.
A concentration of a minimum of 16 hours in chemistry including General Chemistry I and II (CHEM 175, 176.) The courses CHEM 271 Analytical Chemistry, and CHEM 355, 357 Organic Chemistry are especially recommended.
Chemistry-Secondary Teaching Major
Requires a minimum of 28 hours in chemistry, 16 hours of required support courses to consist of MATH 231, 232; PHYS 210, 220. The student is strongly advised to prepare a second concentration in an allied area. Biology, mathematics or computer science are desirable possibilities. A coaching endorsement is sometimes a useful elective.*
Chemistry-Secondary Teaching Minor
Requires a minimum of 15 hours of chemistry if the student has a major of 30 hours within the broad area of science (biology, chemistry, physics), OR a minimum of 24 hours of chemistry. The life science major may be an especially desirable option.*
* Students who plan to teach in the secondary school should consult the Education Division section concerning licensure requirements.
