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Associate of Science, Chemistry: 2008-2009 Catalog
Programs of Study

Chemistry

Associate of Science

The Chemistry emphasis 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: $48,481–$74,025 / year (Nevada)

Career Outlook: Slower than average growth through 2014

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: For more information about this program of study, please contact the Science, Mathematics & Engineering Division.


Additional Information

Total Requirements: 60 credits

 
Emphasis Requirements 36 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
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
 
Emphasis Electives
Choose 8 credits from the following list:
CHEM 220 Introductory Organic Chemistry 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
GEOL 101 Physical Geology 3
GEOL 103 Physical Geology Laboratory 1
GEOL 132 Rocks & Minerals 3
MATH 283 Calculus III 4
MATH 285 Differential Equations 3
METE 250 Elements of Material Science 3
 
General Education Requirements 24 Credits
English/Communications Requirements (Recommended: ENG 101, ENG 102) 6
Fine Arts Requirements 3
Humanities Requirements (Recommended: CH 201, CH 202) 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 Degree Requirements 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.
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