College of Natural and Social Sciences
Department of
CHEMISTRY
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The Chemistry program is on the American Chemical Society's list of approved programs.
Department Objectives:
- To prepare students to work as professional chemists;
- To prepare teachers in subject matter and in methods for the teaching of chemistry and related subjects;
- To give a background in chemistry for students in biology, physics, family and consumer sciences, earth science, and
physical education;
- To furnish pre-professional work for those preparing for professional work in medicine, dentistry, nursing, engineering,
medical technology and other allied health areas;
- To prepare students for graduate work in chemistry.
CHEMISTRY MAJOR
Four options are available in this major:
- Professional Chemist's Comprehensive - Bachelor of Science Degree
- Chemistry - Bachelor of Arts Degree
- Chemistry Comprehensive - Bachelor of Science Degree
- Chemistry 7-12 Teaching Subject Endorsement - Bachelor of Science in Education Degree
The minors in Chemistry and Environmental Science are
available for students pursuing majors in other disciplines.
The Department offers the Pre-Food Science Program.
Courses with the prefix CHEM are offered by the department.
