Chemistry
Associate of Science
The Chemistry degree is designed to prepare students to transfer to baccalaureate programs in the science, health, teaching, and engineering fields, or the work force in chemistry-related industries.
Salary: $51,810–$101,130 / year (Nevada)
Career Outlook: Much slower than average growth
Good To Know: For advancement, some fields require graduate degrees. Much of growth will be in drug manufacturing companies and research testing services.
WNC Academic Division: Science, Mathematics & Engineering
Total Requirements: 60 Units (Credits)
| Program Requirements | 36 Units (Credits) | |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 190 | Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology | 3 |
| BIOL 190L | Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology Lab | 1 |
| CHEM 121 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHEM 122 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| CHEM 241 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM 241L | Organic Chemistry for Life Sciences Laboratory I | 1 |
| CHEM 242 | Organic Chemistry II | 3 |
| CHEM 242L | Organic Chemistry for Life Sciences Laboratory II | 1 |
| MATH 181 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MATH 182 | Calculus II | 4 |
| PHYS 180 | Engineering Physics I | 3 |
| PHYS 180L | Engineering Physics I Lab | 1 |
| PHYS 181 | Engineering Physics II | 3 |
| PHYS 181L | Engineering Physics II Lab | 1 |
| General Education Requirements | 24 Units (Credits) | |
|
English/Communications Requirement |
6 | |
| Fine Arts Requirement | 3 | |
|
Humanities Requirement |
6 | |
| Social Sciences Requirements | 6 | |
| U.S. and Nevada Constitution Requirements | 3 | |
| A list of all courses filling general education requirements for the Associate of Science can be found on the Associate of Science page. | ||
Note: NOTE: EPY 150 is strongly recommended but not required for graduation. PHYS 151 & 152 are acceptable in lieu of PHYS 180 & 181. GEOL 101/103 recommended in addition to the above for those pursuing a bachelor's degree in geochemistry.
Suggested Course Sequence
1st Year
First Semester: 15 Credits
Second Semester: 15 Credits
2nd Year
Third Semester: 14 Credits
Fourth Semester: 16 Credits
Mission and Outcomes
Mission: To prepare students for baccalaureate programs in the science, health, teaching, and engineering fields, or the work force in chemistry-related industries.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Have the ability to design and conduct laboratory experiments, as well as analyze and interpret data
- Be able to demonstrate an introductory level of knowledge in: principles of general and organic chemistry with applications to biological systems
- Be able to use mathematics and computers to solve chemistry problems
- Be able to demonstrate an understanding of the scientific method
- Be capable of applying safety standards when using laboratory chemicals, equipment, and instruments
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