B.S. Chemistry: ACS Certified Degree
Print checklist for this majorThe ACS-certified B.S. in Chemistry is for the student who would like to pursue a career as a chemist. This track is recommended for students interested in graduate study in chemistry or in chemical industry. This degree does not require a minor. Please refer to the current Course Catalog for Liberal Studies and General Electives requirements and prerequisite information.
Major Requirements: 73 hours
Liberal Studies Requirements: 35 hours
General Electives: 12 hours
TOTAL: 120 hours
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
CHM 151 General Chemistry I: 4 hrs
CHM 151L General Chemistry I Lab: 1 hr
CHM 152 General Chemistry II: 3 hrs
CHM 152L General Chemistry II Lab: 1 hr
CHM 235 General Organic Chemistry I: 4 hrs
CHM 235L General Organic Chemistry I Lab: 1 hr
CHM 238 General Organic Chemistry II: 3 hrs
CHM 238L General Organic Chemistry II Lab: 2 hrs
CHM 320 Analytical Chemistry: 3 hrs
CHM 320L Analytical Chemistry Lab: 1 hr
CHM 341 Physical Chemistry I: 3 hrs
CHM 342 Physical Chemistry II: 3 hrs
CHM 342L Physical Chemistry II Lab: 2 hrs
CHM 350 Inorganic Chemistry I: 3 hrs
CHM 425 Instrumental Analysis: 3 hrs
CHM 425L Instrumental Analysis Lab: 2 hrs
CHM 450 Inorganic Chemistry II: 3 hrs
CHM 450L Inorganic Chemistry II Lab: 1 hr
BIOLOGY, MATH & PHYSICS REQUIREMENTS
MAT 136 Calculus I: 4 hrs
MAT 137 Calculus II: 4 hrs
MAT 238 Calculus III: 3 hrs
MAT 316 Introduction to Linear Algebra: 3 hrs
PHY 161 University Physics I: 3 hrs
PHY 161L University Physics I Lab: 1 hr
PHY 262 University Physics II: 3 hrs
ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK REQUIREMENTS
Three hours of advanced coursework in chemistry, physics, computer science molecular biology, engineering, or mathematics: 3 hrs
JUNIOR WRITING REQUIREMENTS
One of CHM 300W, ENG 302W or ENG305W: 3hrs
SENIOR CAPSTONE REQUIREMENTS
At least two courses from CHM408C, 485C, 497C, or 498C
Extended B.S. Chemistry; Biochemistry Emphasis: ACS Certified Degree (TOP)
Print checklist for this majorThe ACS-certified B.S. in Biochemistry is for the student who would like to pursue a career in a biochemically-related area. This track is recommended for students interested in graduate study in biochemistry or toxicology. This degree does not require a minor. Please refer to the current Course Catalog for Liberal Studies and General Electives requirements and prerequisite information.
Major Requirements: 85 hours
Liberal Studies Requirements: 35 hours
TOTAL: 120 hours
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
CHM 151 General Chemistry I: 4 hrs
CHM 151L General Chemistry I Lab: 1 hr
CHM 152 General Chemistry II: 3 hrs
CHM 152L General Chemistry II Lab: 1 hr
CHM 235 General Organic Chemistry I: 4 hrs
CHM 235L General Organic Chemistry I Lab: 1 hr
CHM 238 General Organic Chemistry II: 3 hrs
CHM 238L General Organic Chemistry II Lab: 2 hrs
CHM 320 Analytical Chemistry: 3 hrs
CHM 320L Analytical Chemistry Lab: 1 hr
CHM 341 Physical Chemistry I: 3 hrs
CHM 342 Physical Chemistry II: 3 hrs
CHM 342L Physical Chemistry II Lab: 2 hrs
CHM 350 Inorganic Chemistry I: 3 hrs
CHM 425 Instrumental Analysis: 3 hrs
CHM 425L Instrumental Analysis Lab: 2 hrs
CHM 450 Inorganic Chemistry II: 3 hrs
CHM 450L Inorganic Chemistry II Lab: 1 hr
CHM 460L Biochemistry Lab: 1 hr
CHM 461 Biochemistry I: 3 hrs
CHM 462 Biochemsitry II: 3 hrs
BIOLOGY, MATH & PHYSICS REQUIREMENTS
BIO 181 Unity of Life I: 4 hrs
BIO 182 Unity of Life II: 4 hrs
BIO 205 Microbiology: 4 hrs
BIO 344 Cell and Molecular Biology: 3 hrs
MAT 136 Calculus I: 4 hrs
MAT 137 Calculus II: 4 hrs
MAT 238 Calculus III: 3 hrs
MAT 316 Introduction to Linear Algebra: 3 hrs
PHY 161 University Physics I: 3 hrs
PHY 161L University Physics I Lab: 1 hr
PHY 262 University Physics II: 3 hrs
ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK REQUIREMENTS
Three hours of advanced coursework in chemistry, biology, or other biochemistry-related area: 3 hrs
JUNIOR WRITING REQUIREMENTS
One of CHM 300W, ENG 302W or ENG305W: 3hrs
SENIOR CAPSTONE REQUIREMENTS
At least two courses from CHM408C, 485C, 497C, or 498C
B.S. Environmental Chemistry: ACS Certified Degree (TOP)
Print checklist for this majorThe ACS-certified B.S. in Environmental Chemistry prepares a student to be a practicing environmental chemist or to pursue graduate study in environmental chemistry. This degree does not require a minor. Please refer to the current Course Catalog for Liberal Studies and General Electives requirements and prerequisite information.
Major Requirements: 82 hours
Liberal Studies Requirements: 35 hours
General Electives: 3 hours
TOTAL: 120 hours
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
CHM 151 General Chemistry I: 4 hrs
CHM 151L General Chemistry I Lab: 1 hr
CHM 152 General Chemistry II: 3 hrs
CHM 152L General Chemistry II Lab: 1 hr
CHM 235 General Organic Chemistry I: 4 hrs
CHM 235L General Organic Chemistry I Lab: 1 hr
CHM 238 General Organic Chemistry II: 3 hrs
CHM 238L General Organic Chemistry II Lab: 2 hrs
CHM 320 Analytical Chemistry: 3 hrs
CHM 320 L Analytical Chemistry Lab: 1 hr
CHM 341 Physical Chemistry I: 3 hrs
CHM 342 Physical Chemistry II: 3 hrs
CHM 342L Physical Chemistry II Lab: 2 hrs
CHM 350 Inorganic Chemistry I: 3 hrs
CHM 420 Envronmental Analytical Chemistry: 3 hrs
CHM 420L Envronmental Analytical Chemistry Lab: 2 hrs
CHM 425 Instrumental Analysis: 3 hrs
CHM 440 Environmental Chemistry: 3 hrs
CHM 450 Inorganic Chemistry II: 3 hrs
CHM 450L Inorganic Chemistry II Lab: 1 hr
BIOLOGY, MATH & PHYSICS REQUIREMENTS
MAT 136 Calculus I: 4 hrs
MAT 137 Calculus II: 4 hrs
MAT 238 Calculus III: 3 hrs
MAT 316 Introduction to Linear Algebra: 3 hrs
PHY 161 University Physics I: 3 hrs
PHY 161L University Physics I Lab: 1 hr
PHY 262 University Physics II: 3 hrs
ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK REQUIREMENTS
Six additional hours in biology, geology, environmental science, environmental engineering, or other environmentally-related science: 6 hrs
JUNIOR WRITING REQUIREMENTS
One of CHM 300W, ENG 302W or ENG305W: 3hrs
SENIOR CAPSTONE REQUIREMENTS
At least two courses from CHM408C, 485C, 497C, or 498C
Extended B.S. Chemistry (TOP)
Print checklist for this majorThe most basic chemistry degree that does not require a minor. This track is popular for dual majors. Please refer to the current Course Catalog for Liberal Studies and General Electives requirements and prerequisite information.
Major Requirements: 59 hours
Liberal Studies Requirements: 35 hours
General Electives: 26 hours
TOTAL: 120 hours
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
CHM 151 General Chemistry I: 4 hr
CHM 151L General Chemistry I Lab: 1 hr
CHM 152 General Chemistry II: 3 hr
CHM 152L General Chemistry II Lab: 1 hr
CHM 235 General Organic Chemistry I: 4 hr
CHM 235L General Organic Chemistry I Lab: 1 hr
CHM 238 General Organic Chemistry II: 3 hr
CHM 341 Physical Chemistry I: 3 hr
18 additional hours of chemistry and related courses selected with your advisors approval: 18 hr
BIOLOGY, MATH & PHYSICS REQUIREMENTS
MAT 136 Calculus I: 4 hr
MAT 137 Calculus II: 4 hr
PHY 161 University Physics I: 3 hr
PHY161L University Physics I Lab: 1 hr
PHY 262 University Physics II: 3 hr
JUNIOR WRITING REQUIREMENTS
One of CHM 300W, ENG 302W or ENG305W: 3hrs
SENIOR CAPSTONE REQUIREMENTS
At least two courses from CHM408C, 485C, 497C, or 498C
B.S.Ed. Chemistry (TOP)
Print checklist for this majorThe B.S.Ed. degree in Chemistry is for the student who would like a career teaching chemistry in
high school. This degree does not require a minor.
Please refer to the current Course Catalog for Liberal Studies and General Electives requirements and prerequisite information.
Major Requirements: 66 hours
Teacher Certification Requirements: 31 hours
Liberal Studies Requirements: 35 hours
TOTAL: 132 hours
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
CHM 151 General Chemistry I: 4 hr
CHM 151L General Chemistry I Lab: 1 hr
CHM 152 General Chemistry II: 3 hr
CHM 152L General Chemistry II Lab: 1 hr
CHM 235 General Organic Chemistry I: 4 hr
CHM 235L General Organic Chemistry I Lab: 1 hr
CHM 238 General Organic Chemistry II: 3 hr
CHM 238L General OrganicChemistry II Lab: 2 hr
CHM 320 Analytical Chemistry: 3 hr
CHM 320 L Analytical Chemistry Lab: 1 hr
CHM 341 Physical Chemistry I: 3 hr
CHM 350 Inorganic Chemistry I: 3 hr
CHM 460 Biochemistry: 3 hr
ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK REQUIREMENTS
BIO 181 Unity of Life I: 4 hr
BIO 430C Science Teaching Methods (capstone): 2 hr
GLG 101 Physical Geology: 3 hr
GLG 103 Physical Geology Lab: 1 hr
MAT 136 Calculus I: 4 hr
MAT 137 Calculus II: 4 hr
PHY 161 University Physics I: 3 hr
PHY 161L University Physics I Lab: 1 hr
PHY 262 University Physics II: 3 hr
SCI 460 Secondary Science Methods: 3 hr
SCI 461 Secondary Science Techniques: 3 hR
JUNIOR WRITING REQUIREMENTS
One of CHM 300W, ENG 302W or ENG305W: 3hrs
TEACHER CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
You must complete 31 hours of professional courses offered by the Center for Excellence in
Education to qualify for certification to teach chemistry in Arizona and most other states.
For information about these requirements, consult the Teacher Preparation in Secondary
Education (within Instructional Leadership) in the Education section of the catalog. You should
also receive advisement from the Center for Excellence in Education for this part of your
academic program.
Extended B.S. Chemistry; Geochemistry Emphasis (TOP)
Print checklist for this majorThe Extended B.S. in Geochemistry prepares a student to be a practicing geochemist, or to pursue graduate study in geochemistry. As an extended major, this degree requires no minor. Please refer to the current Course Catalog for Liberal Studies and General Electives requirements and prerequisite information.
Major Requirements: 79-82 hours
Liberal Studies Requirements: 35 hours
General Electives: 3-6 hours
TOTAL: 120 hours
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS:
CHM 151 General Chemistry I 4 hrs
CHM 151L General Chemistry I Lab 1 hr
CHM 152 General Chemistry II 3 hrs
CHM 152L General Chemistry II Lab 1 hr
CHM 235 General Organic Chemistry I 4 hrs
CHM 235L General Organic Chemistry I Lab 1 hr
CHM 320 Analytical Chemistry 3 hrs
CHM 320L Analytical Chemistry Lab 1 hr
CHM 341 Physical Chemistry I 3 hrs
CHM 350 Inorganic Chemistry I 3 hrs
Additional 9 hours from the following: CHM 238, 342, 425, 425L, 450, and 450L: 9hrs
BIOLOGY, MATH & PHYSICS REQUIREMENTS
MAT 136 Calculus I 4 hrs
MAT 137 Calculus II 4 hrs
PHY 161 University Physics I 3 hrs
PHY 161L University Physics I Lab 1 hr
PHY 262 University Physics II 3 hrs
EXTENDED MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
GLG 101 Physical Geology 3 hrs
GLG 102 Historical Geology 3 hrs
GLG 103 Physical Geology Lab 1 hr
GLG 104 Historical Geology Lab 1 hr
GLG 240 Intro to Field Methods and Report Writing 2 hrs
GLG 309 Mineralogy 4 hrs
GLG 312 Optical Mineralogy 3 hrs
GLG 315 Petrology 4 hrs
GLG 324 Sedimentology and Stratigraphy 4 hrs
GLG 435 Structural Geology: 4hrs
JUNIOR WRITING REQUIREMENTS
One of CHM 300W, ENG 302W or ENG305W: 3hrs
SENIOR CAPSTONE REQUIREMENTS
At least two courses from CHM408C, 485C, 497C, or 498C or the 6 hrs geology capstone GLG 440C (which has prerequisites of GLG 315, 324 and 435)
Extended B.S. Chemistry; Health Preprofessional Emphasis (TOP)
Print checklist for this majorThe Extended B.S. in Chemistry with Health Preprofessional Emphasis is for the student planning to go on to health professional school in medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, osteopathic, chiropractic, podiatry, or optometry. As an extended major, this degree requires no minor. Please refer to the current Course Catalog for Liberal Studies and General Electives requirements and prerequisite information.
Major Requirements: 61 hours
Liberal Studies Requirements: 35 hours
General Electives: 24 hours
TOTAL: 120 hours
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
CHM 151 General Chemistry I: 4 hrs
CHM 151L General Chemistry I Lab: 1 hr
CHM 152 General Chemistry II: 3 hrs
CHM 152L General Chemistry II Lab: 1 hr
CHM 235 General Organic Chemistry I: 4 hrs
CHM 235L General Organic Chemistry I Lab: 1 hr
CHM 238 General Organic Chemistry II: 3 hrs
CHM 341 Physical Chemistry I: 3 hrs
BIOLOGY, MATH & PHYSICS REQUIREMENTS
BIO 181 Unity of Life I: 4 hrs
BIO 182 or BIO 205 Unity of Life II or Microbiology: 4 hrs
MAT 136 Calculus I: 4 hrs
MAT 137 Calculus II: 4 hrs
PHY 161 University Physics I: 3 hrs
PHY 262 University Physics II: 3 hrs
EXTENDED MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
12 additional hours in chemistry and/or biology (at least 6 hrs must be in chemistry, CHM 461 Biochemistry is recommend): 12 hrs
JUNIOR WRITING REQUIREMENTS
One of CHM 300W, ENG 302W or ENG305W: 3hrs
SENIOR CAPSTONE REQUIREMENTS
At least two courses from CHM408C, 485C, 497C, or 498C
Extended B.S. Chemistry; Pre-Forensic Chemistry & Criminalistics Emphasis (TOP)
Print checklist for this majorThe B.S. in Chemistry with Pre-forensic Chemistry and Criminalistics Emphasis is for the student who plans to pursue a career in a criminal investigation laboratory, medical examiners office, drug testing facility, or DNA forensics laboratory. As an extended major, this degree requires no minor. Please refer to the current Course Catalog for Liberal Studies and General Electives requirements and prerequisite information.
Major Requirements: 78-81 units
Liberal Studies: 35 units
General Electives: 4 -7 units
TOTAL: 120 units
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
CHM 151 General Chemistry I: 4 units
CHM151L General Chemistry I Lab: 1 unit
CHM 152 General Chemistry II: 3 units
CHM 152L General Chemistry II Lab: 1 unit
CHM235 General Organic Chemistry: 4 units
CHM235L General Organic Chemistry I Lab: 1 unit
CHM 238 General Organic Chemistry II: 3 units
CHM 238L General Organic Chemistry II Lab: 2 units
CHM 320 Analytical Chemistry: 3 units
CHM 320L Analytical Chemistry Lab: 1 unit
CHM341 Physical Chemistry I: 3 units
CHM 408C Fieldwork Experience: 12 units
CHM 425 Instrumental Analysis: 3 units
CHM 425L Instrumental Analysis Lab: 1 unit
CHM 461 Biochemistry I: 3 units
BIOLOGY, MATH & PHYSICS REQUIREMENTS
MAT 136 Calculus I: 4 units
MAT 137 Calculus II: 4 units
PHY 161 University Physics I: 4 units
PHY161L University Physics Lab: 1 unit
PHY 262 University Physics II: 3 units
EXTENDED MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
CJ 101 Introduction to Criminal Justice: 3 units
And ONE (1) of the following tracks.
Track1
BIO 181 Unity of Life I: 4 units
BIO 182 Unity of Life II: 4 units
BIO 350 Molecular Genetics (prerequisite required): 3 units
Track2
CJ270 Criminal Law: 3 units
CJ 275 Criminal Procedure and Constitutional Rights: 3 units
CJ 390 Criminal Investigation: 3 units
Track3
CJ 270 Criminal Law: 3 units
PSY 101 General Psychology: 3 units
PSY432 Psychophysiology of Drugs and Behavior: 3 units
JUNIOR WRITING REQUIREMENTS
One of CHM 300W, ENG 302W or ENG305W: 3hrs
SENIOR CAPSTONE REQUIREMENTS
At least two courses from CHM408C, 485C, 497C, or 498C
B.S. Chemistry (TOP)
Print checklist for this majorThe B.S. in Chemistry is for the student who would like to combine a basic major in chemistry with a minor. This track is also popular for dual majors. Please refer to the current Course Catalog for Liberal Studies and General Electives requirements and prerequisite information.
Major Requirements: 47 hours
Liberal Studies Requirements: 35 hours
Minor Requirements: 18-24 hours
General Electives: 20-14 hours
TOTAL: 120 hours
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
CHM 151 General Chemistry I: 4 hrs
CHM 151L General Chemistry I Lab: 1 hr
CHM 152 General Chemistry II: 3 hrs
CHM 152L General Chemistry II Lab: 1 hr
CHM 235 General Organic Chemistry I: 4 hrs
CHM 235L General Organic Chemistry I Lab: 1 hr
CHM 238 General Organic Chemistry II: 3 hrs
CHM 341 Physical Chemistry I: 3 hrs
6 additional hours of non-duplicating chemistry courses: 6 hrs
BIOLOGY, MATH & PHYSICS REQUIREMENTS
MAT 136 Calculus I: 4 hrs
MAT 137 Calculus II: 4 hrs
PHY 161 University Physics I: 3 hrs
PHY 161L University Physics I Lab: 1 hr
PHY 262 University Physics II: 3 hrs
JUNIOR WRITING REQUIREMENTS
One of CHM 300W, ENG 302W or ENG305W: 3hrs
SENIOR CAPSTONE REQUIREMENTS
At least two courses from CHM408C, 485C, 497C, or 498C
B.S. Chemistry; Health Preprofessional Emphasis (TOP)
Print checklist for this majorThe B.S. in Chemistry with Health Preprofessional Emphasis is for the student planning to go on to health professional school in medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, osteopathic, chiropractic, podiatry, or optometry. Popular minors include biology or exercise science. Please refer to the current Course Catalog for Liberal Studies and General Electives requirements and prerequisite information.
Major Requirements: 55 hours
Liberal Studies Requirements: 35 hours
Minor Requirements: 18-24 hours
General Electives: 12-6 hours
TOTAL: 120 hours
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
CHM 151 General Chemistry I: 4 hrs
CHM 151L General Chemistry I Lab: 1 hr
CHM 152 General Chemistry II: 3 hrs
CHM 152L General Chemistry II Lab: 1 hr
CHM 235 General Organic Chemistry I: 4 hrs
CHM 235L General Organic Chemistry I Lab: 1 hr
CHM 238 General Organic Chemistry II: 3 hrs
CHM 341 Physical Chemistry I: 3 hrs
6 additional hours of non-duplicating chemistry courses: 6 hrs
BIOLOGY, MATH & PHYSICS REQUIREMENTS
BIO 181 Unity of Life I: 4 hrs
BIO 182 or BIO 205 Unity of Life II or Microbiology: 4 hrs
MAT 136 Calculus I: 4 hrs
MAT 137 Calculus II: 4 hrs
PHY 161 University Physics I: 3 hrs
PHY 262 University Physics II: 3 hrs
JUNIOR WRITING REQUIREMENTS
One of CHM 300W, ENG 302W or ENG305W: 3hrs
SENIOR CAPSTONE REQUIREMENTS
At least two courses from CHM408C, 485C, 497C, or 498C