Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
Angola, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
USD 33,650 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* full-time tuition based on 12-18 credit hours per semester
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Introduction
Learn the central science with a chemistry degree
As the central science, connecting the physical and life sciences, a Bachelor of Science with a major in chemistry at Trine University puts students at the heart of scientific discovery.
The experience: Explore your areas of interest
At Trine, the chemistry curriculum provides a solid foundation in chemistry fundamentals, with the flexibility you need to delve deeper into specific areas of interest. Small class sizes allow you to work closely with your professors in an environment that encourages you to ask questions and become engaged.
You'll work in laboratories and receive hands-on experience using cutting-edge analytical equipment such as:
- NMR
- GC-Mass Spectrophotometers
- High-Performance Liquid Chromatography equipment
- Atomic Absorption Spectrometers
Curriculum
The degree: Covering varieties of chemistry
Covering millions of chemical compounds and reactions, the Bachelor of Science with a major in chemistry program offers study in:
- Organic chemistry
- Inorganic chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Analytical chemistry
- Physical chemistry
Curriculum
The Bachelor of Science with a major in chemistry requires the completion of 120 hours of coursework over a wide variety of chemistry disciplines. The average course load is 15-16 hours based on eight semesters (suggested four-year plan-update pending).
- General Education Requirements – 30 credit hours
- BIO 114 Principles of Biology I and Laboratory
- ENG 133 Technical Communication
- OR ENG 143 College Composition
- ENG 153 Introduction to Literature
- HUM 203 Humanities Seminar
- SP 203 Effective Speaking
- OR COM 163 Interpersonal Communication
- PSY 113 Principles of Psychology
- Humanities or Social Sciences Elective - 3 credit hours
- MA 134 Calculus I
- MA 164 Calculus II
Chemistry Core – 67 credit hours
- UE 101 University Experience
- CH 104 General Chemistry and Laboratory
- CH 114 General Chemistry II and Laboratory
- CH 202 Introduction to Chemical Literature and Communication
- CH 204 Organic Chemistry I and Laboratory
- CH 214 Organic Chemistry II and Laboratory
- CH 234 Quantitative Chemical Analysis
- CH 302 Professional Practice in Science
- CH 324 Chemical Instrumental Analysis and Laboratory
- CH 344 Inorganic Chemistry and Laboratory
- CH 354 Physical Chemistry I and Laboratory
- CH 374 Physical Chemistry II and Laboratory
- CH 434 Biochemistry I and Laboratory
- CH 444 Biochemistry II and Laboratory
- MA 213 Calculus III
- MA 253 Statistics
- PH 224/224H University Physics I and Laboratory
- PH 234/234H University Physics II and Laboratory
- SCI 412 Senior Research Seminar and SCI 422 Senior Research Project
- OR SCI 434 Science Internship
Choose one of the following 3 tracks in addition to the Chemistry Core.
Traditional Track – 23 credit hours
- Unrestrictive Electives - 23 credit hours
Physician Assistant Track - 23 credit hours
- BIO 124 Principles of Biology II and Laboratory
- BIO 163 Medical Terminology
- BIO 324 Microbiology and Laboratory
- BIO 384 Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Laboratory
- BIO 394 Human Anatomy and Physiology II and Laboratory
- Unrestrictive electives - 4 credit hours
Pre-Medical Track - 23 credit hours
- BIO 124 Principles of Biology II and Laboratory
- SOC 103 Principles of Sociology
- PHL 313 Ethics
- Unrestrictive electives -13 credit hours
Pre-Physician Assistant degree path majoring in Chemistry
Chemistry course requirements for students pursuing the Trine University Pre-Physician Assistant degree path or are interested in pursuing an advanced degree in physician assistant studies.
General Education Requirements – 30 credit hours
- BIO 114 Principles of Biology I and Laboratory
- ENG 133 Technical Communication
- OR ENG 143 College Composition
- ENG 153 Introduction to Literature
- HUM 203 Humanities Seminar
- SP 203 Effective Speaking
- OR COM 163 Interpersonal Communication
- PSY 113 Principles of Psychology
- Humanities or Social Sciences Elective - 3 credit hours
- MA 134 Calculus I
- MA 164 Calculus II
Chemistry Core – 67 credit hours
- UE 101 University Experience
- CH 104 General Chemistry and Laboratory
- CH 114 General Chemistry II and Laboratory
- CH 202 Introduction to Chemical Literature and Communication
- CH 204 Organic Chemistry I and Laboratory
- CH 214 Organic Chemistry II and Laboratory
- CH 234 Quantitative Chemical Analysis and Laboratory
- CH 302 Professional Practice in Science
- CH 324 Chemical Instrumental Analysis and Laboratory
- CH 344 Inorganic Chemistry and Laboratory
- CH 354 Physical Chemistry I and Laboratory
- CH 374 Physical Chemistry II and Laboratory
- CH 434 Biochemistry I and Laboratory
- CH 444 Biochemistry II and Laboratory
- MA 213 Calculus III
- MA 253 Statistics
- PH 224/224H University Physics I and Laboratory
- PH 234/234H University Physics II and Laboratory
- SCI 412 Senior Research Seminar and SCI 422 Senior Research Project
- OR SCI 434 Science Internship
Physician Assistant Track - 23 credit hours
- BIO 124 Principles of Biology II and Laboratory
- BIO 163 Medical Terminology
- BIO 324 Microbiology and Laboratory
- BIO 384 Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Laboratory
- BIO 394 Human Anatomy and Physiology II and Laboratory
- Unrestrictive electives - 4 credit hours
Program Outcome
The result: Preparation for research or graduate school
Chemistry majors are prepared for positions that include research in drug development, cosmetics, agrochemicals, and biotechnology. Recent graduates have accepted jobs with top companies such as Dow AgroSciences, Eli Lilly and Company, and Univertical Corporation. Others continue their educations in prestigious graduate programs such as the University of Nevada, Las Vegas; the University of Indianapolis; and the University of Southern Florida.
Career Opportunities
Many types of industries involved in the manufacturing and distribution of pharmaceuticals, food, plastics, and metallurgy hire chemistry graduates to be lab technicians, sales/technical support staff members, or quality control analysts.
- Pharmaceuticals
- Health Services
- Cosmetics
- Biotechnology
- Agrochemicals
- Education
- Business
- Sales
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