Chemistry (Minor)

The minor in chemistry is a useful addition for students majoring in biology, health sciences, and social sciences, as well as students seeking secondary education teaching licensure. Through this minor, students will be able to develop a comprehensive knowledge base in chemistry as well as develop laboratory skills.

Minimum Grade Requirement: A minimum grade of C- must be earned in all courses applied to the minor. Biochemistry majors are excluded from earning a minor in chemistry.

Residency Requirement: At least two three-credit courses must be taken at Marymount University to satisfy the minor requirements.

Minor Required Courses

The chemistry minor requires a total of 22 credits.

CHM 151	Principles of Chemistry I *	3
CHM 151L	Principles of Chemistry I Lab	1
CHM 152	Principles of Chemistry II *	3
CHM 152L	Principles of Chemistry II Lab	1
CHM 221	Organic Chemistry I	3
CHM 221L	Organic Chemistry I Lab	1
CHM 222	Organic Chemistry II	3
CHM 222L	Organic Chemistry II Lab	1

Minor Elective Courses

Six (6) credits from the following elective courses:

CHM 225	Environmental Chemistry	3
CHM 441	Physical Biochemistry	3
BIO 441	Biochemistry	3
BIO 442	Nucleic Acids and Metabolism	3