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Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Program Purpose

(Students who plan to transfer a completed associate degree should review the Chemistry Completion Degree information below)

The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry is a 120-credit program offered face-to-face, online, and hybrid. The curriculum is designed to align with in-demand skills and provides practical, hands-on experiences for students to apply theoretical concepts. This is achieved through co-op programs and mentored research opportunities. The core program concepts include physics, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, and physical chemistry. Additionally, students will complete coursework in biological science, data science, and mathematics to ensure they are well-equipped for the workforce.

Program Competencies

In addition to the University’s undergraduate graduation competencies, students will be able to:

1. Apply the scientific method, utilizing experimental data to answer chemistry questions.

2.Analyze, evaluate, and report chemical phenomena by deciphering complex concepts for diverse audiences.

3.Demonstrate proficiency with chemistry laboratory equipment.

4.Create solutions to practical chemistry-related problems.

5.Explore career pathways in chemistry and related fields.

6.Demonstrate effective written and oral communication of chemical results.

Curriculum

Science Core Requirements (46 Credits)

A minimum grade requirement of "C-" is required for CHE 411, CHE 371, CHE 372, CHE 400, CHE 261, CHE 262, CHE 363, CHE 364, PHY 272, PHY 273, SCI 441, and SCI 442.

Introduction to Biochemistry

Physical Chemistry I

Physical Chemistry II

Analytical & Instrumental Chemistry

Chemistry I (with Lab)

Chemistry II (with Lab)

Organic Chemistry I (with Lab)

Organic Chemistry II (with Lab)

Physics I (with Lab)

Physics II

Co-op Education Experience for Science

Co-op Education Experience for Science

General Education Requirements (43 Credits)

A minimum passing grade of "C" is required for BIO 251, ENG 121, ENG 122, ENG 131, ENG 310, MAT 205.

Computer Applications

Fundamentals of Economics

English Composition I

English Composition II

Public Speaking

Research Writing

American History

Introductory Survey of Mathematics

Pre-Calculus

Introduction to Critical Thinking

Ethics for Life

Contemporary Global Issues

Introduction to Sociology

Biology I (with Lab)

Free Electives (15 Credits)

A minimum of 120 credits are required to earn a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry.  Students with less than 16 transfer credits are required to take FYE 101 as one of their electives. Due to the mixture of 3 and 4-credit courses, students must be diligent and regularly meet with an academic advisor.

Supplementary Core Requirements (16 Credits)

A minimum grade requirement of "C-" is required for MAT 310, 311, 312, SCI 495 and CHE 410.

Calculus I

Calculus II

Business Statistics

Inorganic Chemistry

Science Major Senior Seminar

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry Completion Degree

Chemistry Completion Degree

English Composition I

English Composition II

Pre-Calculus

Introductory Survey of Mathematics

Calculus I

Chemistry I (with Lab)

Chemistry II (with Lab)

Physics I (with Lab)

Biology I (with Lab)

Calculus II

Business Statistics

Science Major Senior Seminar

Research Writing

Organic Chemistry I (with Lab)

Organic Chemistry II (with Lab)

Physical Chemistry I

Physical Chemistry II

Analytical & Instrumental Chemistry

Inorganic Chemistry

Introduction to Biochemistry

Co-op Education Experience for Science

Co-op Education Experience for Science

Physics II

What is a Completion Degree

A completion degree is an individualized degree plan for students who have completed an Associate Degree at an accredited institution. Following a review of transcripts reflecting a conferred Associate Degree, academic advisors will provide an individualized degree plan.

This information applies to students who enter this degree program during the 2024-2025 Academic Year. If you entered this degree program before the Fall 2023 semester, please refer to the academic catalog for the year you began your degree program.