Associate in Science Degree – Chemistry Option

Overview

Degree Requirements:

• General Education Courses
• Major Courses
• Chemistry Option

Student Learning Outcomes

A student successfully completing the above major will be able to:

1. Integrate scientific knowledge from biology, chemistry, and physics. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes II,VI and VII.)
2. Design experiments and analyze data. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I,II, VI and VII.)
3. Communicate through writing and communicate orally successfully. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes III and VII.)
4. Comprehend the scientific method. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I, II, and VI.)

Career Options

Why should you pursue a Associate in Science Degree - Chemistry Option?

The Associate in Science degree in chemistry is for students interested in careers such as a chemistry research associate, chemistry laboratory assistant, medical lab assistant, or pharmaceutical and medical sales professional. It can also be used as a starting point from which to add on a Bachelor of Science in chemistry after completion of the associate degree.

Possible Career Paths

• Chemistry Research Associate
• Chemistry Laboratory Assistant
• Medical Lab Assistant
• Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Requirements

Core Curriculum

Chemistry Option Requirements

Choose three lab/lecture combinations or MATH courses (12-14 credits):