Chemistry

Overview

The AS - Chemistry degree prepares students for transfer to four-year institutions for continued study in the field of chemistry or for pre-professional studies for medical and dental programs. This program fulfills the lower-division requirements recommended by the American Chemical Society and is typical of requirements at four-year institutions. The program also satisfies lower division requirements in chemistry for engineering and biology transfer majors. General Education courses should be selected carefully to meet the requirements of the intended transfer institution. Some transfer institutions require more general education units than are required by the A.S. degree. Students should consult the catalog of the transfer institution for requirements and should consult a counselor for additional information.

Program Learning Outcome(s)

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate proficiency in solving complex problems in and conceptual understanding of General Chemistry as measured by the ACS Full-Year General Chemistry Exam.
2. Demonstrate proficiency in solving complex problems in and conceptual understanding of Organic Chemistry as measured by the ACS Full-Year Organic Chemistry Exam.
3. Design and conduct laboratory experiments, and analyze and interpret their data.
4. Effectively communicate the methods, analysis, results, and conclusions of their experiments.
5. Quantitively analyze nature at the atomic scale by applying fundamental chemical concepts, ranging from atomic theory to organic synthesis
6. Skillfully perform experimental measurements, techniques, and protocols, properly use standard laboratory instruments, and adhere to safe laboratory practices.

Chemistry (AS): Program Requirements