Chemistry at Ozarks

Major

The chemistry major is designed primarily to prepare students for graduate studies in chemistry. It is also an appropriate major for premedical students or for students seeking to obtain positions as bachelor's-level chemists in industry.

Intended Student Outcomes for the Chemistry Major
1. Students will demonstrate proficiency in the mathematical and logical strategies employed in addressing problems of a chemical nature
2. Students will demonstrate the ability to report their scientific work in clearly written, well organized prose consistent with the style of a professional chemistry journal
3. Students will develop their observational skills and attentiveness to the outward details of natural (especially chemical) processes
4. Students will become adept at using basic scientific equipment, as well as more sophisticated instruments used to study chemical phenomena
5. Students will develop ethical and safe work habits in the performance and design of scientific experiments, the collection of data, and the reporting of their findings
6. Students will become proficient in the techniques and procedures used to execute common chemical reactions
7. Students will demonstrate understanding of chemical phenomena and the principles that govern their behavior

Requirements for a Major

A bachelor of science degree in chemistry requires the following:

Chemistry Requirements:
CHM 1014, CHM 1024, CHM 3014, CHM 3024, CHM 3034, CHM 3044, CHM 3104, Six hours of advisor-approved upper-division chemistry electives

Additional Requirements:
MTH 2015, MTH 2024, MTH 3114, PHY 2114, PHY 2124, PHY 2014, College Physics I and PHY 2024 (may be substituted for PHY 2114, General Physics I and PHY 2124, General Physics II with the approval of a student’s chemistry advisor).

Prospective students are encouraged to view Ozarks suggested eight semester plans before pursuing a degree in Chemistry.

Minor

For more information on a minor in Chemistry, click here.

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