Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
Chemistry is a field of study which seeks to describe the properties, composition, structure and process of formation of all things that make up the universe. Chemistry, which is commonly known as the central science, bridges the gap between the life sciences and physical sciences.
The Stevens Chemistry program is based on a solid foundation in the major core areas of chemistry which includes organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, inorganic chemistry and biochemistry. Additional courses in advanced chemistry are available in those areas in which Stevens has unique strengths, such as polymer chemistry, natural products, medicinal chemistry, computational chemistry, and instrumental analysis. Research is strongly encouraged due to its importance in preparing for a career in chemistry; it also helps develop independence in solving open-ended problems.
The Stevens program prepares students for career opportunities in diverse fields including pharmaceuticals, petroleum, polymers and plastics, paints and adhesives, electronic materials, waste treatment, agricultural chemistry, and foods and fragrances, in addition to many other industries. Chemists can be involved in research where they either create new knowledge or synthesize new chemicals. They can also choose fields in quality control where testing and analysis are crucial. Chemists are employed in hospitals, as well as clinical, environmental control, and criminology laboratories. Chemistry also occupies a pivotal role in the high-technology areas of bioinformatics, biotechnology, materials technology, ceramics, polymers, and electronic materials. The Stevens program also prepares students for success in graduate programs in chemistry and professional schools.
The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry is certified by the American Chemical Society (ACS).
Chemistry Curriculum
Term I (18 Credits)
| PEP 111 | Mechanics | 3 |
| CS 105 | Introduction to Scientific Computing | 3 |
| CH 115 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| CH 117 | General Chemistry Laboratory I | 1 |
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| MA 121 | Differential Calculus | 2 |
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| MA 122 | Integral Calculus | 2 |
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| CAL 103 | Writing and Communications Colloquium | 3 |
| CH 189 | Seminar in Chemistry and Biology | 1 |
Term II (17 Credits)
| PEP 112 | Electricity and Magnetism | 3 |
| CH 116 | General Chemistry II | 3 |
| CH 118 | General Chemistry Laboratory II | 1 |
| BIO 281 | Biology and Biotechnology | 3 |
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| MA 123 | Series, Vectors, Functions and Surfaces | 2 |
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| MA 124 | Calculus of Two Variables | 2 |
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| CAL 105 | CAL Colloquium: Knowledge, Nature, Culture | 3 |
Term III (16 Credits)
| HUM | Humanities | 3 |
| MA 221 | Differential Equations | 4 |
| BIO 381 | Cell Biology | 4 |
| PEP 221 | Physics Lab I for Scientists | 1 |
| CH 243 | Organic Chemistry I | 3 |
| CH 245 | Organic Chemistry Lab I | 1 |
| | Physical Education | |
Term IV (15 Credits)
| HUM | Humanities | 3 |
| MA 227 | Multivariable Calculus | 3 |
| CH 321 | Thermodynamics | 3 |
| CH 244 | Organic Chemistry II | 3 |
| PEP 222 | Physics Lab II for Scientists | 1 |
| CH 246 | Organic Chemistry Laboratory II | 1 |
| CH 301 | Professional Ethics in Chemical Research | 1 |
| | Physical Education | |
Term V (16 Credits)
| HUM | Humanities | 3 |
| CH 580 | Biochemistry I - Cellular Metabolism and Regulation | 3 |
| CH 362 | Instrumental Analysis I - Spectroscopy and Chromatography | 4 |
| CH 550 | Spectra and Structure | 3 |
| BT 244 | Microeconomics | 3 |
| | Physical Education | |
Term VI (17 Credits)
| HUM | Humanities | 3 |
| PEP 242 | Modern Physics | 3 |
| MA 222 | Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| CH 461 | Instrumental Analysis II - Electrochemistry | 4 |
| CH 581 | Biochemistry II: Biomolecular Structure and Function | 3 |
| | Physical Education | |
| CH 398 | Research Proposals for Undergraduate Research | 1 |
Term VII (16 Credits)
| HUM | Humanities | 3 |
| G.E. | General Elective | 3 |
| T.E. | Technical Elective | 3 |
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| CH 496 | Chemistry Project I | 3 |
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| CH 498 | Chemical Research I | 3 |
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| CH 421 | Chemical Dynamics | 4 |
Term VIII (16 Credits)
Note:
CS 105: Students may choose CS 115, Intro. to Computer Science, in place of CS 105.
BT 244: Students may choose BT 243, Macroeconomics, in place of BT 244.
Humanities requirements can be found in the College of Arts and Letters, Humanities Requirements.
General Education Electives: Chosen by the student, can be any approved 3 or 4 credit course needed towards a minor, major concentration, research, independent study, language course or a course taken during an international experience.
Technical elective: can be selected from available CH and BIO 4XX and 5XX.