Chemistry (CHEM) Undergraduate Programs

358 ROBERT H. WICK SCIENCE BUILDING/(320) 308-3031
www.stcloudstate.edu/chemistry

Chairperson: Daniel Gregory
Faculty: Dvorak, Gregory, Jeannot, Krystyniak, Leenay, Mahroof-Tahir, McKenna, Mechelke, Neu, Ramakrishnan, Sadrai, Sreerama, Winter.

Courses in chemistry are offered as part of the education of every college student and as preparation for (1 ) careers in chemical industries or in government, forensic and environmental laboratories, (2) graduate study in chemistry, biochemistry and related fields, (3) professional careers in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, medical technology, nursing, and allied health professions, (4) teaching in secondary schools. Students planning to major in chemistry are urged to consult with the chemistry faculty at the earliest possible time.

All students majoring in chemistry must successfully complete CHEM 391 and 491. Normally, students register for CHEM 391 in the spring semester of the junior year, and CHEM 491 in the spring semester of the senior year. The successful completion of CHEM 391 and 491 satisfies the Upper Division Writing Requirement (UDWR) for all chemistry majors, excluding Chemistry Teaching.

In addition to the requirements for majors and minors given below, students who have not had advanced algebra and trigonometry in high school are required to complete MATH 112 and 113 or MATH 115.

Note: For those students taking the B.A. 27-28 credit minor, only high school advanced algebra or MATH 112 is required.

Students majoring in chemistry do not need to take additional courses to fulfill Area B of the General Education requirements. Courses in the major can be used to double count and/or waive 9 credits in Area B. Chemistry majors do not need to take MATH/STAT 193 since MATH 211 or MATH 221 will also satisfy the Core 3 requirement of the General Education program.

The Chemistry Department provides programs approved by the American Chemical Society (ACS). Those students who wish to be certified by the ACS must complete all required courses for the Chemistry ACS Approved Major, or one of the options. For further details, students should consult with the chemistry faculty.

Note: In the 54 credit B.A. major and B.S. Biochemistry Major, additional credits must be taken at the 300-400 level to meet the upper division university requirement.

Bachelor of Arts

This program is designed for those in the liberal arts or chemistry related fields who wish to have a major or minor in chemistry. The BA major is designed to provide the student with a basic chemistry curriculum and allow for maximum flexibility in terms of electives. The size of the BA major will allow the student to complete a second major without exceeding the minimum number of credits required for graduation.

Major (54)
CHEM +210, 211, 310, 311, 350, 391, 420, 430, 450, 491; MATH 211, 212; PHYS 231, 232; plus at least 4 credit electives from the following: CHEM 421, 422, 423, 431, 440, 452, 453, 460-469, 480, 481, 489, 490

Minor (27-28)
CHEM +210, 211, 240 or 310, 241 or 311, 350; CHEM electives (7 Cr. with at least 3 Cr. at 300-400 level). Department approval is required.

Bachelor of Elective Studies

Major (36)
Completion of 36 credits with the approval of the department.

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry (74)

This degree is designed to provide a basic chemistry curriculum along with additional courses in biology. The degree is intended primarily for students interested in a career in biochemistry or admission to medical, veterinary, or other professional schools.

CHEM +210, 211, 310, 311, 350, 391, 420 or 482, 450, 480, 481, 491; MATH 211, 212; PHYS 231, 232; BIOL 151, 152, 262, 360, 362

Bachelor of Science - ACS Approved

The Chemistry ACS Approved Major and ACS Approved Options are designed for those individuals who wish to obtain a professional chemistry degree and who are interested in chemical industries, chemical professions or graduate study in chemistry and its related fields. Because of the breadth of these programs, students may apply to waive or double count the distribution requirements in Area B of the General Education Program. MATH 221 will substitute for MATH 193 in the core. The ACS approved majors include a senior-year capstone experience involving student-faculty collaborative research (CHEM 489) or a pre-approved internship experience (CHEM 444) and Senior Thesis oral and written presentation (CHEM 491).

Chemistry ACS Approved Major (72)
CHEM +210, 211, 310, 311, 350, 391, 420, 421, 422, 423, 430, 431, 450, 480, 489 (2x for 1 credit each) or 444 (2 Cr.), 491; MATH 221, 222; PHYS 234, 235; plus at least 3 credits of electives from the following: CHEM 440, 444, 452, 453, 460-469, 481, 489, 490. Completion of these courses satisfies the requirements for approval by the American Chemical Society.

Chemistry ACS Approved Major - Biochemistry Option (87)
CHEM +210, 211, 310, 311, 350, 391, 420, 421, 422, 423, 430, 450, 480, 481, 489 (2x for 1 credit each) or 444 (2 Cr.), 491; MATH 221, 222; PHYS 234, 235; BIOL 151, 152, 262, 360. Completion of these courses satisfies the requirements for approval by the American Chemical Society.

Chemistry ACS Approved Major - Chemical Physics Option (78)
CHEM +210, 211, 310, 311, 350, 391, 420, 421, 422, 423, 430, 431, 450, 480, 489 (2x for 1 credit each) or 444 (2 Cr.), 491; MATH 221, 222; PHYS 234, 235, 328, 329, 346. Completion of these courses satisfies the requirements for approval by the American Chemical Society.

Chemistry ACS Approved Major - Environmental Chemistry Option (78)
CHEM +210, 211, 310, 311, 350, 391, 420, 421, 422, 423, 430, 431, 440, 450, 480, 489 (2x for 1 credit each) or 444 (2 Cr.), 491; MATH 221, 222; PHYS 234, 235; EAS 220, 300. Completion of these courses satisfies the requirements for approval by the American Chemical Society.

Forensic Science Minor (25)
The forensic science minor is an interdisciplinary program that integrates courses and internships related to the theory and practice of forensic science. The courses offered in the forensic science minor are designed to familiarize individuals with methods and techniques currently employed in the field so that they have a working knowledge and understanding of the forensic science discipline. This minor is not designed to train individuals to be forensic scientists, rather it is designed to assist individuals in planning for continued study and practice in one of the many fields of forensic science. For further information contact Chemistry Department at 320-308-3031.

CHEM 207, 307; ANTH 447; CJS 489; PESS 248; Electives: At least 10 credits at 300 and/or 400 level taken with the approval of program advisor.

Bachelor of Science - Science Teaching,
Chemistry Emphasis (64)

This program provides the background required by State of Minnesota science-content and science-education licensure standards for science teachers in grades 5-8 and chemistry teachers grades 9-12. All students interested in science teaching must complete both the 5-8 science teaching core and a 9-12 science content emphasis. The courses in this major result in a waiver of 9 credits in Area B (Natural Sciences) of the General Education distribution requirement. MATH 211 should be taken instead of MATH 193 in the General Education core. Students considering this major are encouraged to contact the science education adviser in the Department of Chemistry at the earliest opportunity.

5-8 Science Teaching Core (43)
ASTR 106; BIOL 151, 152; CHEM 210, 211; EAS 205; PHYS 231, 232; SCI 420, 430, 440

9-12 Chemistry Teaching Emphasis (21)
CHEM 310, 311, 350, 420, 489 (1 cr.); MATH 212