Chemistry

Chemistry is the study of matter: the structure and properties of matter, the transformations from one form of matter to another and the energy transformations associated with these transformations.

Before Graduating Students Must

• Achieve at least 50% on the Diagnostic of Undergraduate Chemistry Knowledge (DUCK) exam.
• Obtain minimum grades of C in laboratory courses CHM 2211L, 3120L, 4130L and either CHM 4411L or CHM 4413L.
• Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by the chemistry faculty.

Skills Students will Acquire in the Major (SLOs)

1. Standard Chemistry: Explain and apply facts, theories and concepts in a) physical,
   b) organic, c) inorganic and d) analytical chemistry.
   Biochemistry: Explain and apply facts, theories and concepts in a) physical,
   b) organic, c) inorganic, d) analytical chemistry and e) biochemistry.
2. Standard Chemistry: Demonstrate and safely apply laboratory skills in a) synthetic, b) quantitative and c) instrumental methods as scientific approaches to gathering and verifying knowledge.
   Biochemistry: Apply laboratory skills in (a) synthetic, (b) quantitative, (c) instrumental and (d) biochemical methods as scientific approaches to gathering and verifying knowledge.
3. Standard Chemistry and Biochemistry: Interpret, evaluate, explain and critically assess theories and experimental results in chemistry or biochemistry.
4. Standard Chemistry and Biochemistry: Collect, analyze and articulate results clearly and effectively in both oral and written formats.

Curriculum Map

I = Introduced; R = Reinforced; A = Assessed

Assessment Types for Both Specializations

• Oral tests or reports
• Written reports
• Lab practicals