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2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Chemistry Major


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Department of Chemistry

Department Chair: Michael Polen, Ph.D.

Description


Chemistry is the study of the world around us through the lens of atoms and molecules. The study of chemistry includes chemical and physical properties, reactions, kinetics, thermodynamics, and analytical and computational methods. These are accomplished through both theoretical and hands-on experiences.

The chemistry major gives students a strong foundation in chemical knowledge and experimentation in preparation for either industry or advanced studies. Recent graduates have continued their careers in numerous ways including earning advanced degrees at graduate school, starting careers in the chemical industry, and working at various government agencies. A subset of chemistry majors decide to begin their teaching careers by earning a minor in secondary education; often these students begin teaching the semester after they graduate.

Departmental Writing Requirement:


The Department of Chemistry extends writing throughout the major. Students majoring in Chemistry are required to take two required writing intensive courses as noted with the # symbol.

Total Program Hours: 54


Required Additional Course for Pre-Professional (Medical, Dental, Veterinary etc.)


Requirements for Departmental Honors


Honors in Chemistry will be awarded to graduating seniors who have earned at least a 3.50 grade point average in all courses required for the particular major, who have performed an independent laboratory research project (including a written paper and an oral presentation concerning the project), and who are recommended by the Department.

Secondary Teacher Certification


Please see Chemistry teacher certification requirements under Programs: Education minor (secondary) for Chemistry major.

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