Chemistry (BS)

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  Program Learning Outcomes

  Graduates of this program will be able to

  1. work safely and effectively in a laboratory.
  2. design experiments.
  3. use and interpret (qualitatively, quantitatively, and statistically) data collected by the following instruments: pH meter, analytical balance, UV/vis spectrometer, FTIR, GC/MS, NMR and HPLC.
  4. recognize the value and limitations of modern methods of analysis based on knowledge of instrument design and applicable calibration methods.
  5. communicate effectively through oral and written reports.
  6. search the chemical literature including online sources.
  7. critically read the chemical literature.
  8. use computers to assist data collection and processing.
  9. master factual knowledge across the five content areas of chemistry: organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, and biochemical.
  10. work effectively in small groups and teams.
  11. demonstrate an awareness of the ethical issues in chemistry. 
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  Degree Requirements - Bachelor of Science with a Major in Chemistry (120 credits)

  Course Requirements

  • CHM 1070 General Chemistry I (3 credits)
  • CHM 1080 General Chemistry II (3 credits)
  • CHM 1100 Chemistry Laboratory I (1 credit)
  • CHM 1120 Chemistry Laboratory II (1 credit)
  • CHM 2250 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I (1 credit)
  • CHM 2270 Organic Chemistry I (3 credits)
  • CHM 2290 Organic Chemistry II (3 credits)
  • CHM 2310 Advanced Organic and Inorganic Synthetic Laboratory (1 credit)
  • CHM 3200 Computers in Chemistry and Molecular Modeling (1 credit)
  • CHM 3410 Chemical Thermodynamics and Applications (3 credits)
  • CHM 3420 Chemical Dynamics and Quantum Chemistry (3 credits)
  • CHM 3430 Physical Chemistry Laboratory A (2 credits)
  • CHM 3870 Quantitative Analysis (3 credits)
  • CHM 3880 Quantitative Analysis Laboratory (1 credit)
  • CHM 4010 Inorganic Chemistry (3 credits)
  • CHM 4710 Biochemistry I (3 credits)
  • CHM 4720 Biochemistry II (3 credits)
  • CHM 4740 Recent Advances in Chemistry and Biochemistry (3 credits)
  • CHM 4810 Instrumental Analysis (3 credits)
  • CHM 4830 Instrumental Analysis Laboratory (1 credit)
  • CHM 4990 Chemistry Senior Assessment (0 credits)
  • Optional: Laboratory Research (CHM 3980, CHM 4980) max 6 credits

  Additional Mathematics and Science Requirements

  • MTH 1410 Analytical Geometry and Calculus I (4 credits)
  • MTH 1420 Analytical Geometry and Calculus II (4 credits)
  • PHY 1600 General Physics I (3 credits)
  • PHY 1610 General Physics Lab I (1 credit)
  • PHY 1620 General Physics II (3 credits)
  • PHY 1630 General Physics Lab II (1 credit)

  Core Curriculum Courses

  In addition to the courses required for this program listed above, the student must also fulfill the requirements of the University Core Curriculum for this program.

  Some of these courses may be satisfied by courses in your program.  Please review your Degree Evaluation or consult your academic advisor for more information.

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  Optional Concentration-Neuroscience

  The Neuroscience concentration focuses on the scientific investigation of behavior, neurological and mental processes as well as provides students with basic scientific skills training. A concentration in neuroscience will offer students an opportunity to learn about theory and research on the brain and nervous system from a number of perspectives. Students will come to understand how developments in biology, psychology, chemistry and related fields alter knowledge and research techniques in the other fields. This cross-disciplinary concentration is not housed within a single department but, rather, is directed and taught primarily by faculty in the departments of Biology, Chemistry and Biochemistry and Psychology.

  Choose 1 of the following

  • BIO 3800 Principles of Neurophysiology (3 credits)
  • PYC 3070 Psychobiology (3 credits)

  Choose 1 of the following

  • BIO 2840 Animal Behavior (3 credits)
  • BIO 3800 Principles of Neurophysiology (3 credits)
  • CHM 4740 Recent Advances in Chemistry and Biochemistry (3 credits)
  • CHM 4600 Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Discovery

  Choose 2 of the following (at least one course must be PYC)

  • PYC 4090 Perceptual and Cognitive Processes (3 credits)
  • BIO 2840 Animal Behavior (3 credits)
  • BIO 3800 Principles of Neurophysiology (3 credits)
  • BIO 4350 Fundamentals of Pharmacology (3 credits)
  • CHM 4600 Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Discovery (3 credits)
  • CHM 4740 Recent Advances in Chemistry and Biochemistry (3 credits)
  • PYC 2010 Research Methods II (3 credits)
  • PYC 4070 Advanced Psychobiology (3 credits)
  • PYC 4080 Advanced Psychobiology Laboratory (3 credits)
  • PYC 4090 Perceptual and Cognitive Processes (3 credits)
  • PYC 4100 Perceptual and Cognitive Process Laboratory (3 credits)

  Total Credits: 12 credits

  Six credits must be 3000 level or higher.

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  Optional Concentration-BS Chemistry Research

  The Research Concentration within the B.S. Chemistry major is designed for students who are interested in pursuing further research in graduate school or careers in industry, medicine, and science education. A research concentration will offer students an opportunity to read and explore scientific literature, develop hypotheses, design and implement experiments, collect and analyze data and communicate their findings. The Research Concentration involves both course-based research experiences and mentored laboratory research experiences. Students will gain experience problem solving by using the scientific method.

  The concentration is a minimum of 9 credits and must include six credit hours from courses 3000+ level or higher.

  Inquiry-based laboratory or course-based undergraduate research experience (at least 1 credit)

  • BIO 1040 – Fundamentals of Bioinformatics (3 credits) 
  • BIO 2710 – Genetics Laboratory (2 credits) 
  • BIO 3201 – Applied Metagenomics (3 credits) 
  • BIO 3510 – Histology Laboratory (2 credits) 
  • BIO 3950 – Advanced Microbial Phage Genomics: SEA GENES (4 credits) 
  • BIO 4490 – Ecology Laboratory (2 credits) 
  • BIO 4640 – Physiology Laboratory (2 credits) 
  • BIO 4750 – Cell and Molecular Biology Laboratory (2 credits) 
  • CHM 1150 – Research in Chemistry Lab (1 credit) 
  • CHM 1980 – Introduction to Research Methods in Chemistry and Biochemistry (1 credit)
  • CHM 4830 – Quantitative Analysis Laboratory (1 credit)

  Note-Another laboratory course could be acceptable if it has the research attribute.

  Laboratory Research (3-8 credits):

  Each student must take two (2) academic semesters and/or summers of mentored research and it must include the preparation and presentation of a thesis.

  • BIO 4920 (1-2 credits): Directed Studies: Laboratory Research
  • BIO 4930 (1-2 credits): Directed Studies: Advanced Laboratory Research
  • SCIE 4998 (0-1.5 credits): Undergraduate Research Thesis I
  • SCIE 4999 (0-1.5 credits): Undergraduate Research Thesis II

    -OR-

  • CHM 3980 (1-2 credits): Introduction to Undergraduate Research
  • CHM 4980 (1-2 credits): Undergraduate Research
  • SCIE 4998 (0-1.5 credits): Undergraduate Research Thesis I
  • SCIE 4999 (0-1.5 credits): Undergraduate Research Thesis II 

  -OR- 
  

  • SCIE 4980 (0 credits): Undergraduate Research 
  • SCIE 4998 (0-1.5 credits): Undergraduate Research Thesis I
  • SCIE 4999 (0-1.5 credits): Undergraduate Research Thesis II

  -OR-
  

  • HON 4997 (1 credit): Honors Thesis Proposal
  • HON 4998 (1 credit): Honors Thesis Approval
  • HON 4999 (1 credit): Honors Thesis Defense

  Research Portfolio (0 credits, Pass/Fail):

  Each student must prepare and submit a research portfolio containing the products from each of the courses in the research concentration. These include the presentations, reports, posters, research proposal, research reflections, final thesis, and final presentation. The research portfolio is the full story of the student's research trajectory and achievements. The portfolio is evaluated by the Research Concentration Committee.

  Total Credits: 9 credits

  Contact Kendra Evans, Ph.D., (kendrakr@udmercy.edu) for more information.