Degree in Chemistry at Governors State University
The curriculum for the undergraduate major in Chemistry provides a strong background in the basic concepts of analytical, organic, physical, and inorganic chemistry. Laboratory courses provide hands-on experience in the operation of a number of modern scientific instruments.
Upon graduation, the student is prepared for employment in government and industrial laboratories in a variety of entry level positions. The student also has the necessary preparation for graduate work in chemistry and meets all requirements for admission to the M.S. in Analytical Chemistry at Governors State University.
American Chemical Society Certification
The B.S. in Chemistry at Governors State University is approved by the American Chemical Society. The American Chemical Society approves professional programs designed to meet guidelines that define high quality undergraduate education. Students qualify for certification by completing the degree requirements below, including at least six trimester hours of advanced courses and sufficient laboratory course work for a total of 500 laboratory hours. All qualified graduates will receive certification by the American Chemical Society. Certified graduates are eligible for full membership in the American Chemical Society immediately upon graduation.
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Students must meet all university requirements for a bachelor's degree. In addition, only grades of "C" or better will be accepted for transfer for the following courses normally taken at the lower-division level:
Eight hours of general chemistry with laboratory
Eight hours of organic chemistry with laboratory
Eight hours of physics with laboratory
Eight hours of calculus
The following courses must be taken at the lower-division level:
General Chemistry II with Laboratory (4)
Calculus II (4)
The following courses can be taken at either the lower- OR upper-division level:
Organic Chemistry with Laboratory (8)
Physics with Laboratory (8)
CHEM315 Analytical Chemistry (3)
CHEM3l6 Analytical Chemistry Laboratory (1)
MATH 455 Differential Equations (3)
The following courses must be taken at the upper-division level:
CHEM350 Chemical Safety (1)
CHEM351 Chemistry and Ethics (1)
CHEM366 Physical Chemistry I: Lecture (3)
CHEM367 Physical Chemistry I: Laboratory (1)
CHEM368 Physical Chemistry II: Lecture (3)
CHEM369 Physical Chemistry II: Laboratory (1)
CHEM426 Instrumental Analysis (3)
CHEM427 Instrumental Analysis Laboratory (1)
CHEM433 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry (3)
CHEM434 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory (1)
CHEM452
Through the agreement no 02 of 1998, the Supreme Council adopted the Plan of Undergraduate Studies Program in Industrial Chemistry, Faculty of Technology and with the agreement No 10 of February 16, 2000 issued the administrative act to ratify the agreement before. In this agreement the Board of Governors choose to offer the program as a cycle of professional Chemical Technologists.
The program of industrial chemicals, coded ICFES No.111146600006600111100 of July 22, 1999, provides a range of undergraduate college and five years, attendance and mixed, according to data from the National Institutions of Higher Education (SNIES).
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAM
To train professionals
Chemistry is central to the fields of biology, physics, materials, ecology, and environmental and health sciences. A degree in chemistry from Chadron State College can open doors to the best graduate and medical schools in the country as well as careers in education, law, research & development, sales and a broad range of related careers.
Chadron State College hosts an informational health career day, Health Professions Day, for anyone interested in learning how to become a health care provider.
Sonoma State University is fortunate to be situated within the greater
Bay Area, which is rapidly becoming a leading area for research
in disciplines such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, materials science,
and proteomics. Sonoma State graduates have a high success
rate for acceptance into advanced degree programs in chemistry
and biochemistry; medical, dental, and veterinary schools; cell and
Internships
Allegheny County Medical Examiner's Office
Travel Opportunities
Study abroad at Karlstad University in Sweden. Students also had an opportunity to visit Pittcon 2007 in Chicago, the world's largest and most comprehensive conference and exposition for laboratory sciences.
Graduate School
Chemistry graduates have been accepted into such prestigious institutions as University of North Carolina, Georgia Tech, University of Arizona, Marshall University, Youngstown State University, Ohio State University, Penn State, Purdue University, and the State University of New York.
Highlights
Students and faculty, alike, have made presentations and been recognized for their work throughout the country.
The MAT Chemistry Education 7-12 program leading to Initial Teaching Certification in Chemistry grades 7-12 is a 52 credit hour program. Qualified candidates are admitted to the program in the fall and spring semesters. The program is intended for students with a BA or BS degree in Chemistry or equivalent and wish to earn New York State teacher certification.
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