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Chemistry Program > Degree Requirements

Degree Requirements

• Requirements for Bachelor of Science in Chemistry – American Chemical Society Certified
• Requirements for Bachelor of Science in Chemistry: Biochemistry Option – American Chemical Society Certified
• Requirements for Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry
• Requirements for Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Chemistry (Double Major)
• Requirements for Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry – Business Management Track
• Requirements for Associate of Arts in Chemistry
• Requirements for Minor in Chemistry
• Requirements for Minor in Environmental Chemistry

Requirements for Bachelor of Science in Chemistry – American Chemical Society Certified

This program is designed for students interested in a strong and comprehensive preparation in chemistry and other related sciences. This is especially recommended for students who plan to pursue graduate studies in chemical sciences, including analytical, biological, inorganic, organic, medicinal, pharmaceutical, polymer, and physical chemistry, as well as those who are interested in pursuing further studies in chemical ENGineering or medical and allied medical fields. Students completing this program will receive a certificate from the American Chemical Society.

Requirements

In addition to the "General Requirements for Undergraduate Degrees at IU Southeast" (General Education: ENG-W131, Level II Written Communication, SPCH-S121, First Year Seminar, Ethical Reasoning (PHIL-P100 recommended), Diversity (POLY-Y107 or 109, SOC-S163 recommended), Arts course, Humanities course (PHIL-P100 recommended), 2 Social and Behavioral Sciences courses (POLY-Y107 or 109, SOC-S163 recommended)) described in this bulletin, the candidate must complete at least 48 credit hours in chemistry, 3 credit hours in biology, 6 credit hours in communication, 10 credit hours in physics, 13 credit hours in mathematics, and 18 credit hours of science electives chosen from the list below, with a grade of C or higher in each core course. Students with credits from other institutions pursuing a major in chemistry must complete at least three advanced chemistry courses (300 level or higher), 1 credit hour of seminar (CHEM-C 301, C 302, or C 305), and 3 credit hours of research (CHEM-C 409) at IU Southeast. For more information contact an advisor at the School of Natural Sciences (812) 941-2184.

Minimum Required Courses   CHEM-C 105, C 106, C 125, C 126, C 301 or C 302, C 315, C 317, C 318, C 341, C 342, C 343, C 344, C 361, C 362, C 364, C 409, C 430, C 484; BIOL-L 100; MATH-M 215, M 216, M 311; PHYS-P 221-P 222, and ENG-W 131, W 234, and Speech S 121.

List of Science Electives   CHEM-C 303, C 333, C 393, C 443, C 444, C 485, C 486; MATH-M 313, M 303 (highly recommended); PHYS-P 301, P 310, P 340; BIOL-L 211, L 312, L 304, L 350, K 312, K 313, L 311, L 319; PHSL-P 215; MICR-M 310, M 315; GEOL-G 100, G 221, G 222, G 210.

Students who take MATH-M303 or M313 qualify to receive a Minor in Mathematics

Total Credits: 122

∗ To be discussed with your departmental and/or faculty advisor

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Bachelor of Science in Chemistry: Biochemistry Option – American Chemical Society Certified

This program would serve primarily students who plan to either become professional biochemists or pursue other careers that would require a strong background in biochemistry. Those who complete this program may either directly enter the work force in chemical, pharmaceutical, and related industries, or pursue graduate or professional studies.   The graduate programs that are most commonly selected include biochemistry, chemistry, biochemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, forensic sciences, environmental sciences and toxicology.   The professional fields of study include health sciences such as medicine, dentistry, optometry, or other related areas. Students completing this program will receive a certificate from the American Chemical Society.

Requirements

In addition to the "General Requirements for Undergraduate Degrees at IU Southeast" (General Education: ENG W131, Level II Written Communication, SPCH-S121, First Year Seminar, Ethical Reasoning (PHIL-P100 recommended), Diversity (POLY-Y107 or 109, SOC-S163 recommended), Arts course, Humanities course (PHIL-P100 recommended), 2 Social and Behavioral Sciences courses (POLY-Y107 or 109, SOC-S163 recommended) described in the bulletin, the candidate must complete at least 54 credit hours in chemistry, 13 credit hours in biology, 6 credit hours in communication, 10 credit hours in physics, 13 credit hours in mathematics, and 3 credit hours of science electives chosen from the list below, with a grade of C or higher in each core course. Students with credits from other institutions pursuing a major in chemistry must complete at least three advanced chemistry courses (300 level or higher), 1 credit hour of seminar (CHEM-C 301, C 302, or C 305), and 3 credit hours of research (CHEM-C 409) at IU Southeast. For more information contact an advisor at the School of Natural Sciences (812) 941-2184.

Minimum Required Courses   CHEM-C 105, C 106, C 125, C 126, C 301 or C 302, C 315, C 317, C 318, C 341, C 342, C 343, C 344, C 361, C 362, C 364, C 409, C 430, C 484, C 485, C 486; BIOL-L 101, L 102, L 211; MATH-M 215, M 216, M 311; PHYS-P 221-P 222; ENG-W 131, W 234, and SPCH-S121.

Elective

Choose one course from: BIOL-L 311 (highly recommended), BIOL-L 312, BIOL-K 312, BIOL-K 322, BIOL-K 323, BIOL-L 323, MICR-M 310, MICR-M 315, PHSL-P 416, PHSL-P 418, MATH-M 313

Total Credits: 123

∗ To be discussed with your departmental and/or faculty advisor

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Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry

This program is designed for students who need more flexibility or those who desire to complete a chemistry BA with the minimum chemistry requirements but rich in other courses of interest.  This program is recommended for students who plan to begin a career in a chemical laboratory immediately after graduation, as well as those who are considering a profession in such areas as politics or chemistry-related law and plan to attend a law school. 

Requirements

In addition to the "General Requirements for Undergraduate Degrees at IU Southeast" (General Education: ENG W131, Level II Written Communication, SPCH-S121, First Year Seminar, Ethical Reasoning (PHIL-P100 recommended), Diversity (POLY-Y107 or 109, SOC-S163 recommended), Arts course, Humanities course (PHIL-P100 recommended), 2 Social and Behavioral Sciences courses (POLY-Y107 or 109, SOC-S163 recommended) and "General Requirements for the Bachelor of Arts," (1 additional Social and Behavioral Sciences course, 2 Historical Investigation courses, 4 semesters of Foreign Language, 1 Biology course) described in this bulletin, the candidate must complete at least 33 credit hours in chemistry, 10 credit hours in physics, and 10 credit hours in mathematics, with a grade of C or higher in each core course. Students with credits from other institutions pursuing a major in chemistry must complete at least three advanced chemistry courses (300 level or higher) and 1 credit hour of seminar (CHEM C 301, C 302, or C 305) at IU Southeast. For more information contact an advisor at the School of Natural Sciences (812) 941-2184.

Minimum Required Courses   CHEM-C 105, C 106, C 125, C 126, C 301 or C 302, C 315, C 317, C 318, C 341, C 342, C 343, C 344, C 361; MATH-M 215, M 216; and PHYS-P 201-P 202 or P 221-P 222.

It is essential that students who plan to become professional chemists complete PHYS-P 221-P 222 and MATH-M 215-M 216 by the end of the sophomore year and CHEM-C 361 Physical Chemistry by the end of the junior year, as shown in the following recommended programs.

1. Students who take MATH-M311 and M313 or M303 qualify to receive a Minor in Mathematics.
2. Students who complete 10 credits of 100-Level, 3 credits of 200-Level and 6 credits of 300-Level Biology courses qualify to receive an Associate of Arts in Biology.

Total Credits: 122

∗ To be discussed with your departmental and/or faculty advisor

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Double Major in Biology and Chemistry

This program is designed for students who desire to have a solid background in both chemistry and biology.  This is especially recommended for individuals who plan to enter medical, dental, optometry or other allied-medical schools.

Requirements

Students in the double major in biology and chemistry program will complete the requirements discussed in "General Requirements for Undergraduate Degrees at IU Southeast" (General Education: ENG W131, Level II Written Communication, SPCH-S121, First Year Seminar, Ethical Reasoning (PHIL-P100 recommended), Diversity (POLY-Y107 or 109, SOC-S163 recommended), Arts course, Humanities course (PHIL-P100 recommended), 2 Social and Behaviorial Sciences courses (POLY-Y107 or 109, SOC-S163 recommended)) and "General Requirements for the Bachelor of Arts," (1 additional Social and Behavioral Sciences course, 2 Historical Investigation courses, 4 semesters of Foreign Language) in this bulletin (47-53 credit hours), introductory biology sequence (usually L 101, L 102), 23 credit hours of upper level biology core (see below), 36 credit hours of chemistry and the following courses: PHYS-P 201-P 202 or P 221-P 222 (10 credit hours), and MATH-M 215, M 216 (10 credit hours), with a grade of C or higher in each course.

Total Credits: 137

∗ To be discussed with your departmental and/or faculty advisor

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Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry--Business Management Track

This program is recommended for students who plan to pursue careers in industry, government, law, sales, or other areas where business and administrative skills could enhance success in the field. It could also provide the basis for further studies in either fields of chemistry or business. Graduates of this program will have a seamless transition in the business of science and can earn both the B.A. and an M.B.A. degrees with a five-year full-time enrollment.

Requirements

In addition to the "Graduation Requirements for the Bachelor of Arts Degree" described in this bulletin, the candidate must complete at least 33 credit hours in chemistry, 30 credit hours in business, 10 credit hours in physics, and 10 credit hours in mathematics, with a grade of C or better in each core course. Students with credits from other institutions pursuing a major in chemistry must complete at least three advanced chemistry courses (300 level or higher) and 1 credit hour of seminar (CHEM C 301, C 302, or C 305) at IU Southeast.

Minimum Required Courses 

• Chemistry: C 105, C 106, C 125, C 126, C 301 or C 302, C 315, C 317, C 318, C 341, C 342, C 343, C 344, C 361
• Business: A 201, A 202, F 301, M 301, K 321, P 301, Z 302 or W 301, L 201
• Economics: E 100, E 200, E 280
• Mathematics M 215, M 216, and Physics P 201-P 202 or P 221-P 222.

Total Credits: 131

∗ To be discussed with your departmental and/or faculty advisor

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Associate of Arts in Chemistry

In addition to the "Technical Requirements for Undergraduate Degrees" and "General Requirements for the Associate of Arts Degree" described in this IU Southeast bulletin, the candidate must complete the following (a minimum of 60 credit hours), with a grade of C or higher:

• First Year Seminar (1 cr.)
• Writing requirement: ENG-W 131 (3 cr.)
• Arts: One course (3 cr.)
• Humanities: One course (3 cr.)
• Social and Behavioral Sciences: Two courses (6 cr.)
• Natural sciences: Two courses, including one biology course and a laboratory course in either biology or physics (5 cr.). mathematics: MATH-M 215 (5 cr.), or M119 (3 cr.). Note: while M119 counts toward the associate degree in chemistry, only M215 will count toward a bachelor degree in chemistry.
• Foreign language: Two courses in one language (8 cr.)
• Chemistry Requirements:
  • CHEM-C 105 Principles of Chemistry I (3 cr.)
  • CHEM-C 106 Principles of Chemistry II (3 cr.)
  • CHEM-C 125 Experimental Chemistry I (2 cr.)
  • CHEM-C 126 Experimental Chemistry II (2 cr.)
  • CHEM-C 341 Organic Chemistry I Lecture (3 cr.)
  • CHEM-C 342 Organic Chemistry II Lecture (3 cr.)
  • CHEM-C 343 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory (2cr.)
• Chemistry elective: two courses from C 303, C315 - consult instructor, C 317, C 318, C 344, C 361, C 362, C 364 - consult instructor, C 393, C 430, C 483 , C 484, C 485 .

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Minor in Chemistry

The minor in chemistry requires 20-21 credit hours, with a grade of C or higher in each core course; at least 8 credit hours must be completed at IU Southeast. The courses include:

• CHEM-C 105 Principles of Chemistry I (3 cr.)
• CHEM-C 106 Principles of Chemistry II (3 cr.)
• CHEM-C 125 Experimental Chemistry I (2 cr.)
• CHEM-C 126 Experimental Chemistry II (2 cr.)
• CHEM-C 341 Organic Chemistry I Lecture (3 cr.)
• CHEM-C 343 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory (2 cr.)
• and two of the following:
  • CHEM-C 303 Environmental Chemistry (3 cr.)
  • CHEM-C 317 Equilibria and Electrochemistry (3 cr.)
  • CHEM-C 318 Spectrochemistry and Separations (3 cr.)
  • CHEM-C 333 Experimental Environmental Chemistry (2 cr.)
  • CHEM-C 342 Organic Chemistry II Lecture (3 cr.)
  • CHEM-C 344 Organic Chemistry II Laboratory (2 cr.)
  • CHEM-C 361 Physical Chemistry of Bulk Matter (3 cr.)

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Minor in Environmental Chemistry

The minor in environmental chemistry requires at least 24 credit hours with a grade of C or higher in each core course, and must be chosen from the following:

• CHEM-C 105 Principles of Chemistry I (3 cr.)
• CHEM-C 106 Principles of Chemistry II (3 cr.)
• CHEM-C 125 Experimental Chemistry I (2 cr.)
• CHEM-C 126 Experimental Chemistry II (2 cr.)
• CHEM-C 303 Environmental Chemistry (3 cr.)
• CHEM-C 315 Chemical Measurements Laboratory I (3 cr.) or
• CHEM-C 333 Experimental Environmental Chemistry (2 cr.)
• CHEM-C 317 Equilibria and Electrochemistry (3 cr.)
• CHEM-C 318 Spectrochemistry and Separations (3 cr.)
• CHEM-C 341 Organic Chemistry I Lectures (3 cr.)
• CHEM-C 343 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory (2 cr.)

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