Overview
Degree Requirements:
- General Education Courses
- Core Curriculum
- Option(s) Courses
Student Learning Outcomes
A student successfully completing the Chemistry major or minor will be able to:
- Integrate knowledge. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I and VII.)
- Read, analyze and evaluate experimental data. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I, II and VI.)
- Communicate scientific ideas in written form. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I, III and VII.)
- Communicate scientific ideas in oral form. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I, III, and VII.)
- Demonstrate awareness of major chemistry issues and appreciate the global system. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I, II, V, VI and VII.)
Requirements
Chemistry Core Curriculum
In order to graduate, a minimum 2.30 cumulative science GPA is required in fulfillment of a natural science degree or minor as well as ENGL 110, ENGL 120, and COMM 110.
Geology Option
This program prepares students for long-term careers in chemistry with a focus on geology and the energy industry. The coursework teaches the science content knowledge, the critical thinking skills, and the research skills needed to start a career as chemist working for an oil company, an environmental consulting company, a geological survey company, and so much more. This program also prepares students to attend chemistry graduate school to gain additional education.