Chemistry Option, Mathematics/Science, A.S.

Students who wish to pursue four-year degrees in chemistry or medicine or to enter pharmacy degree programs should choose this option which combines chemistry and related science courses with liberal arts requirements. Bachelor’s degree graduates may become chemists, chemical engineers, laboratory technicians and pharmacists.

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Explain basic chemical concepts and theories
Apply chemical concepts, mathematical techniques and critical thinking skills to solve chemical problems
Utilize instruments/computers to gather and analyze data and present findings

Requirements

General Education - 30-32 credits

As described in the General Education section of the catalog.

The following General Education courses are required:

ENGL121 - English Composition: The Writing Process Credits: 3
ENGL122 - English Composition: Writing and Research Credits: 3
MATH153 - Pre-Calculus Mathematics Credits: 4
MATH171 - Calculus I Credits: 4
PHYS121 - General Physics I Credits: 4
Social Science Credits: 3
Humanities Credits: 3-4
Social Science or Humanities Credits: 3-4 *
COMP126 - Computer Logic and Design Credits: 3
or
COMP129 - Information Technology Credits: 3
* One course is recommended from the Cultural and Global Awareness knowledge area.

Career Studies - 28 credits as follows:

All career studies courses must be passed with a grade of “C” or higher.

CHEM101 - General Chemistry I Credits: 5
CHEM102 - General Chemistry II Credits: 5
CHEM203 - Organic Chemistry I Credits: 5
CHEM204 - Organic Chemistry II Credits: 5
MATH172 - Calculus II Credits: 4
PHYS122 - General Physics II Credits: 4

Elective - 0-2 credits

Total credits required for degree: 60

Program Code for registration: MSCHM

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Suggested Sequence - Mathematics/Science Program A.S. Degree Chemistry Option

The following sequence is an example of how this degree can be completed in two years. This sequence is based on satisfaction of all Foundational Studies requirements and *prerequisites and presumes a Fall Term start date. An individual’s program may vary depending on transfer institution, career objectives, or individual needs. See a counselor for other options and to monitor your progress.

Semester 1 - Fall Term

CHEM101 - General Chemistry I Credits: 5
MATH153 - Pre-Calculus Mathematics Credits: 4
ENGL121 - English Composition: The Writing Process Credits: 3
Humanities Credits: 3-4

Total credits: 15-16

Semester 2 - Spring Term

CHEM102 - General Chemistry II Credits: 5
ENGL122 - English Composition: Writing and Research Credits: 3
Social Sciences Credits: 3
MATH171 - Calculus I Credits: 4

Total credits: 15

Semester 3 - Fall Term

CHEM203 - Organic Chemistry I Credits: 5
MATH172 - Calculus II Credits: 4
PHYS121 - General Physics I Credits: 4
Humanities or Social Sciences Credits: 3-4 ⁽¹⁾

Total credits: 16-17

Semester 4 - Spring Term

CHEM204 - Organic Chemistry II Credits: 5
PHYS122 - General Physics II Credits: 4
COMP126 - Computer Logic and Design Credits: 3
or
COMP129 - Information Technology Credits: 3
Electives Credits: 0-2

Total credits: 12-14

Sequence Notes:

⁽¹⁾ One course is recommended from the Cultural & Global Awareness knowledge area.

Transfer Information

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