Chemistry Degrees Online

The academic program of the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering involves processes to economically produce useful products by physically, chemically or biologically treating non-expensive substances or energies in nature for the survival of the human race and convenience of living.

The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering deals with basic theories, engineering principles and relevant applications required to improve the value of raw material substances through physical, chemical or biological transformation processes in an environment-friendly way.

The core courses include Thermal Dynamics, Industrial Chemistry, Separation Technology, Transfer Phenomenon, Energy, Clean & Environmental Technologies, Materials, Catalysts & Reaction Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Processing Systems, and Chemical Process Safety.
The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering offers various core courses such as Physical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering Calculus, Chemical Engineering Thermal Dynamics, Hydromechanics, Thermal Transfer, Substance Transfer, Transfer Phenomenon, Chemical Engineering Computer Application, Separation Processing, Reaction Engineering, Process Control, Energy Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Clean Production Engineering, Water Treatment Engineering, Waste Treatment Engineering, Air Pollution Prevention Engineering, Factory Design, Industrial Chemistry, Petrochemistry, and Polymer Engineering. Students can acquire the understanding of theoretical concepts and application technologies through a wide variety of basic courses, and train them to become creative professionals with chemical engineering theories, application technologies and executive ability.

The Department of Chemistry aims to cultivate professionals who can cope with the rapid progress in scientific technologies and contribute to the development of an advanced industrial society by understanding the fundamental chemical changes of various substances closely related to human life.
The main majors are categorized into Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, and Biochemistry. In this Department, students majoring in Physical Chemistry study basic principles of the structure, properties, chemical equilibrium and chemical changes of substances; those in Organic Chemistry learn about the theories of the structure, properties and synthesis of organic compounds; those in Inorganic Chemistry conduct research on the structure, chemical bonds and reaction of inorganic substances; those in Analytical Chemistry deal with theories to confirm the structure, components and composition of unknown substances; and those in Biochemistry investigate chemical reactions and biological phenomena inside the organisms. The Department has not only divided core courses further, but also offers several relevant courses required by the chemistry majors in order for the students to pursue their major in more in-depth and diverse ways.

In addition, the Department is also devoted to applied research on metal-containing enzymes, organic transition-metal compounds, clusters, superconductors and natural chemical compounds – which have increasingly been receiving more attention – and relevant research on life sciences and environmental chemistry. According to the academic requirements of each subject, the Department endeavors to help students understand better by using lab sessions, seminars and audio & video study materials.

11 courses including:
CHM 105 General Chemistry 3 Credits
CHM 107 Chemistry I 3 Credits
CHM 108 Chemistry II 3 Credits
CHM 109 Chemistry I Laboratory 1 Credits
CHM 110 Chemistry II Laboratory 1 Credits
CHM 205 Organic Chemistry I 3 Credits
CHM 206 Organic Chemistry II 3 Credits
CHM 209 Inorganic Chemistry 3 Credits
CHM 215 Elementary Organic Laboratory 2 Credits
CHM 216 Organic Chemistry Laboratory 2 Credits
CHM 311 Physical Chemistry I 3 Credits
CHM 338 Biochemistry I 3 Credits
CHM 317 Integrated Chemistry Laboratory 2 Credits
CHM 340 Biochemistry, Cell, and Molecular Biology Lab 2 Credits

13 courses, including:
CHM 105 General Chemistry 3 Credits
CHM 107 Chemistry I 3 Credits
CHM 108 Chemistry II 3 Credits
CHM 109 Chemistry I Laboratory 1 Credits
CHM 110 Chemistry II Laboratory 1 Credits
CHM 205 Organic Chemistry I 3 Credits
CHM 206 Organic Chemistry II 3 Credits
CHM 209 Inorganic Chemistry 3 Credits
CHM 215 Elementary Organic Laboratory 2 Credits
CHM 216 Organic Chemistry Laboratory 2 Credits
CHM 311 Physical Chemistry I 3 Credits
CHM 317 Integrated Chemistry Laboratory 2 Credits
CHM 318 Chemical Analysis Laboratory 3 Credits
CHM 340 Biochemistry, Cell, and Molecular Biology Lab 2 Credits

26 courses including:
CHM 105 General Chemistry 3 Credits
CHM 107 Chemistry I 3 Credits
CHM 108 Chemistry II 3 Credits
CHM 109 Chemistry I Laboratory 1 Credits
CHM 110 Chemistry II Laboratory 1 Credits
CHM 205 Organic Chemistry I 3 Credits
CHM 206 Organic Chemistry II 3 Credits
CHM 209 Inorganic Chemistry 3 Credits
CHM 215 Elementary Organic Laboratory 2 Credits
CHM 216 Organic Chemistry Laboratory 2 Credits
CHM 311 Physical Chemistry I 3 Credits
CHM 312 Physical Chemistry II 4 Credits
CHM 317 Integrated Chemistry Laboratory 2 Credits
CHM 318 Chemical Analysis Laboratory 3 Credits
CHM 322 Topics in Analytical Chemistry 3 Credits
CHM 338 Biochemistry I 3 Credits
CHM 340 Biochemistry, Cell, and Molecular Biology Lab 2 Credits
CHM 498 Tutorial 4 Credits
CHM 499 Tutorial 4 Credits
IND 350 Scientific Research Methods 2 Credits
MTH 151 Calculus I 4 Credits
MTH 152 Calculus II 4 Credits
PHY 251 Principles of Physics I 4 Credits
PHY 252 Principles of Physics II 4 Credits
PHY 255 Physics Laboratory I 1 Credits
PHY 256 Physics Laboratory II 1 Credits

16 courses, including:
CHM 105 General Chemistry 3 Credits
CHM 107 Chemistry I 3 Credits
CHM 108 Chemistry II 3 Credits
CHM 109 Chemistry I Laboratory 1 Credits
CHM 110 Chemistry II Laboratory 1 Credits
CHM 205 Organic Chemistry I 3 Credits
CHM 206 Organic Chemistry II 3 Credits
CHM 209 Inorganic Chemistry 3 Credits
CHM 215 Elementary Organic Laboratory 2 Credits
CHM 216 Organic Chemistry Laboratory 2 Credits
CHM 498 Tutorial 4 Credits
CHM 499 Tutorial 4 Credits
IND 350 Scientific Research Methods 2 Credits
MTH 151 Calculus I 4 Credits

Approved by the American Chemistry Society, the curriculum includes intensive preparation for graduate study and careers in the chemical industry or governmental laboratories. Secondary education certification in chemistry also available.

Major Requirements (B.A. Degree)
Major Requirements (B.S. Degree)
Interdisciplinary Major Requirements
Minor Requirements

The Department of Chemistry is dedicated to its goal of preparing women for a career in Chemistry or for continuing education at a graduate school. The department offers a wide selection of courses leading to B.S. and B.A. degrees in Chemistry, as well as courses supported Biochemistry and Chemical Engineering degrees. Our B.S. chemistry program is approved by the American Chemical Society, allowing graduates to be certified by the ACS. Students majoring in our programs also constitute the majority of the membership of Chatham’s Chemistry Society, a Student Affiliate Chapter of the ACS.

Approved by the American Chemical Society, the curriculum includes intensive preparation for graduate study and careers in the chemical industry or governmental laboratories. Secondary education certification in chemistry is also available.

18 courses, including:
BIO 143 The Cell 3 Credits

BIO 143L The Cell Laboratory 1 Credits

BIO 144 The Organism 3 Credits

BIO 144L The Organism Laboratory 1 Credits

CHM 105 General Chemistry 3 Credits

CHM 107 Chemistry I 3 Credits

CHM 108 Chemistry II 3 Credits

CHM 109 Chemistry I Laboratory 1 Credits

CHM 110 Chemistry II Laboratory 1 Credits

CHM 205 Organic Chemistry I 3 Credits

CHM 206 Organic Chemistry II 3 Credits

CHM 215 Elementary Organic Laboratory 2 Credits

CHM 216 Organic Chemistry Laboratory 2 Credits

CHM 338 Biochemistry I 3 Credits

CHM 339 Biochemistry II 3 Credits

CHM 340 Biochemistry, Cell, and Molecular Biology Lab 2 Credits

CHM 498 Tutorial 4 Credits

CHM 499 Tutorial 4 Credits

BIO 498 Tutorial 4 Credits

BIO 499 Tutorial 4 Credits

IND 350 Scientific Research Methods 2 Credits

Biochemistry is a science whose boundaries now encompass many aspects of chemistry and biology, from molecules and cells to organisms and ecology. Scientists use the tools of biochemistry and molecular biology to explore cures for disease, improve public health, remediate environmental pollution, and develop cheaper and safer natural products. The program is ideal for students who are planning graduate work in biochemistry or molecular biology, seeking jobs in biotechnology, or applying to medical school.