B.S. Plan A, ACS Certified Option
This B.S. in Chemistry degree option is approved by the Committee on Professional Training of the American Chemical Society. This formal recognition means that the department has the faculty, curriculum and the instrumentation necessary to provide a quality education for undergraduate students. Graduates of this approved program are certified by the American Chemical Society.
Upon completion of this degree program the student will have acquired:
- A well-developed understanding of the major areas of chemistry including organic, analytical, physical, and inorganic chemistry
- The ability to formulate significant research questions, design experiments, carry out experimental protocol, and analyze and interpret data
- An understanding of mathematical formalism as applied to chemistry
- The ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written presentations
- Proficiency in retrieving information from the literature
- The ability to use appropriate computer applications and information technology as applied to chemistry
- Adequate preparation to compete successfully in a science-related career and/or a graduate or professional program
- An understanding of the impact of chemistry in a global/societal context
Requirement |
Hours |
42 |
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Core Area A must include MATH 1113* |
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Core Area D must include MATH 1634* (*2 hrs moved to Area F), and PHYS 2211, PHYS 2212 is recommended. |
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Core Area F: Courses specific to the major |
18 |
4 |
|
4 |
|
CHEM 1212K or CHEM 2422 and 2422L |
4 |
4 |
|
MATH credit from Area A and D |
2 |
Concentration |
47-51 |
Courses from the major: |
|
1 |
|
0‑4 |
|
4 |
|
4 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
2 |
|
2 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
4 |
|
CHEM 4084*** |
1 |
CHEM 47xx |
3 |
CHEM electives** |
6 |
Courses from supporting disciplines: |
|
4 |
|
3 |
|
Electives |
10-14 |
TOTAL |
120 |
General Restrictions: Students are allowed only one D in the courses used to satisfy the major. A maximum of 7 hours of research is allowed in the degree program. Six (6) hours of WAC courses are required.
**Chemistry Electives: The following courses are not allowed: CHEM 3130, CHEM 3140, CHEM 4083, CHEM 4084, and CHEM 4185.
***A senior thesis paper and oral presentation are required.
