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Chemistry and Biochemistry Minor

NSM PEAK

The central science of chemistry is at the intersection of biology, physics, and mathematics. Thus, an understanding and appreciation of its precepts, practices, and limitations is germane to all sciences and is a vital component of the liberal arts curriculum. The quantitative nature of chemistry necessitates an ability to gain and apply mathematical tools. Students are assumed to be proficient in algebra and are expected to complete a minimum of one mathematics course (MAT-125 or higher).

Chemistry majors may not also complete the Chemistry and Biochemistry minor.

Major Requirements

15-16 credits

Mathematics

The credits for the math requirement (MAT-125 or higher) are counted in the Professional Foundations minor.
MAT-
One course MAT-125 or higher

3-4 credits

General Chemistry (8 credits)

CHE-141General Chemistry I

3 credits
CHE-141LGeneral Chemistry Laboratory I

1 credit
CHE-142General Chemistry II

3 credits
CHE-142LGeneral Chemistry Laboratory II

1 credit

Additional Chemistry Courses (7 credits)

Complete at least 7 additional credits, including at least one lecture-lab combination, from the following.

CHE-220Introduction to Functional Materials

3 credits
CHE-220LIntroduction to Functional Materials Lab

1 credit
CHE-252Analytical Chemistry I

3 credits
CHE-252LAnalytical Chemistry I Lab

1 credit
CHE-301Organic Chemistry I

3 credits
CHE-301LOrganic Chemistry I Lab

1 credit
CHE-352Analytical Chemistry II

3 credits
CHE-352LAnalytical Chemistry Lab II

1 credit
CHE-412Biochemistry

3 credits
CHE-412LBiochemistry Laboratory

1 credit

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this minor, students will be able to:

1)  Have broad exposure to the field of chemistry, with a specific educational emphasis on the technologically and industrially significant areas of Analytical and Organic Chemistry and Instrumental Analysis;

2)  Carry out scientific experiments to test a hypothesis as well as accurately record and analyze the results of such experiments;

3)  Apply problem-solving, critical-thinking, and analytical-reasoning skills to scientific problems;

4)  Clearly communicate the results of scientific work in written and electronic formats;

5)  Understand how to act ethically when collecting, analyzing, and presenting experimental data; and

6)  Function as a member of an interdisciplinary, problem-solving team.