Academic Catalog - 2023-2024

College of the Environment, Forestry, and Natural Sciences

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Chemistry, Minor


Academic Information

This minor is a natural companion to careers in biology, physics, geology, environmental studies, genetics, science education, etc. A science minor is an excellent credential in the eyes of future employers and enhances opportunities for students interested in medical or other professional schools.

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Academic Catalog - 2023-2024

College of the Environment, Forestry, and Natural Sciences

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Chemistry, Minor


Careers

What Can I Do with a Minor in Chemistry?

Choose a minor with guidance from your advisor. The minor should complement your major and your personal academic goals. You may also use the same course or courses to meet both liberal studies and minor requirements as long as you meet all requirements for the minor.

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Academic Catalog - 2023-2024

College of the Environment, Forestry, and Natural Sciences

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Chemistry, Minor


University Requirements

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Academic Catalog - 2023-2024

College of the Environment, Forestry, and Natural Sciences

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Chemistry, Minor


Overview

In addition to University Requirements:

Students may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.

No more than fifty percent of the units used to satisfy minor requirements may be used to satisfy major requirements.

Minimum Units for Completion 18 - 21
Highest Mathematics Required MAT 108

Purpose Statement

The major purposes of the Chemistry minor are to (1) provide students with the prerequisite chemistry courses and skills needed for their major, (2) prepare non-majors with the chemistry-related knowledge and skills needed to compete in the workforce or enter graduate school, and (3) provide courses needed for a basic understanding of the principles of chemistry either for a chosen major or to meet liberal studies requirements. A minor in chemistry allows students to enhance their degrees by making themselves more attractive to graduate programs, future employers, and medical and professional schools. Students in the biological sciences and health-related disciplines in particular find that the chemistry minor fits comfortably into their schedules and adds  an interdisciplinary approach to their degree. This minor allows students to use a chemistry concepts and ideas in a variety of future career pathways across a range of scientific, educational and social fields.
 
Scope of Program
A chemistry degree allows you to develop excellent laboratory techniques but as it overlaps with other degrees, it also gives you skills that are useful in the areas of biology and medicine, physics and engineering, and geology and earth science. Chemistry is also studied in an environmental and social context, so you can gain awareness of its ethical implications and issues relating to environmental impact and sustainability. As well as developing strong mathematical/numerical ability, a chemistry degree gives you transferable skills, including:

 
There are three tracks leading to the chemistry minor (18–21 units). All three require General Chemistry (CHM 151, CHM 151L, CHM 152) and at least one semester of Organic Chemistry (CHM 235). CHM 151 and 152 both meet the Science and Applied Science requirements and address the essential skill Quantitative Reasoning. CHM 151L meets the Lab Science requirement. Students then chose additional courses from various sub-disciplines of chemistry, depending on their major (organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, or biochemistry). 
 
Student Learning Outcomes

Outcomes for all chemistry minors (based on required courses CHM 151, 152, 151L, and 235) 
CHM 238: Organic Chemistry II (required in Track 1 and Track 3): 
CHM 320: Analtyical Chemistry (an option for Fundamental Chemistry Track  and Physical Chemistry Track) 
CHM 341: Physical Chemistry (an option for Fundamental Chemistry Track  and Physical Chemistry Track) 
CHM 350 (an option for Fundamental Chemistry Track  and Physical Chemistry Track) 
CHM 360 (an option for Fundamental Chemistry Track  and Physical Chemistry Track) 
CHM 442C (an option for Physical Chemistry Track) 
CHM 461/462C (Biochemical Track)

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Academic Catalog - 2023-2024

College of the Environment, Forestry, and Natural Sciences

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Chemistry, Minor


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Minor Requirements
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College of the Environment, Forestry, and Natural Sciences

Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Chemistry, Minor


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