All Chemistry majors take the core courses
which include: General Chemistry I and II, Organic Chemistry I and II,
Analytical Chemistry, Instrumental Analysis, Physical Chemistry I, Computers
in Science, Research in Chemistry, and Physics I and II.
Students in the
Traditional Concentration also take
Thermodynamics, Spectroscopy, Advanced Physical Chemistry Lab, Inorganic Chemistry and Calculus
I and II. These students often minor in mathematics or computer science.
The Traditional Concentration stresses physical chemistry and is usually
chosen by those interested in employment or graduate programs in physical,
organic, inorganic, or analytical chemistry.
Students in the
Biochemistry Concentration also take
Biochemistry I and II, Calculus with Applications, and Statistics. They
complete a minor in molecular biology. This area of study can lead to
employment or graduate studies in the biochemical/biomedical fields.
Students planning to go to medical, dental, veterinary, or pharmacy schools
usually choose the Biochemistry Concentration.
Did you know that you can also study Secondary Education (grade 9-12) with a specialization in Chemistry? Students on this track take General Chemistry I and II, Organic Chemistry I and II, Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry I, Biochemistry I, and a chemistry elective, in addition to their Education coursework.
