Chemistry
2004-2006 Undergraduate Catalog | Catalogs

The chemistry program offers a Bachelor of Science degree that is approved by the American Chemical Society and a Bachelor of Arts degree. Graduation with the approved BS degree meets the eligibility requirements for membership in the American Chemical Society. Both programs provide sound training in the fundamental principles and the basic experimental techniques for the understanding of the interaction of matter.

The BS degree is appropriate for those students who will continue to study or work in chemistry or the natural sciences. The BA degree is a useful option for those students who wish a strong scientific background but who are considering taking a wider variety of courses or pursuing study or work in another area such as business, medicine, government, or law. Course requirements are different for each degree. Chemistry majors interested in teaching science in the high schools should meet with an advisor early in their program to plan an appropriate course sequence.

Chemistry majors with strong academic backgrounds are encouraged to apply to the Roosevelt Scholars Program.

Certificate

In fulfilling the electives toward the chemistry degree, students may qualify to receive the certificate in biotechnology. A certificate in chemical science is also available to science students in related fields who wish to obtain extensive training in chemistry but less than what is required for a degree. See the sections on biotechnology and chemical science in this catalog for details.

Regulations for degrees in chemistry

• Courses applying to the major must be taken on a letter grade basis.
• All chemistry, biology, physics, mathematics, and computer science courses must be passed with a grade of C or higher.
• At least 25 semester hours of the required chemistry courses must be completed at Roosevelt University.
• Chemistry courses must be taken within eight years of graduation to be accepted for credit without examination.
• Undergraduate research with a faculty member is recommended for graduation.
• Entering students with a score of at least three on the AP chemistry placement examination will receive credit for Chem 101.

Requirements for a Major in Chemistry leading to a BA degree

Requirements for a Major in Chemistry leading to a BS degree

	Math 231	Calculus I	4
	Math 232	Calculus II	4
	One other mathematics course in calculus, linear algebra, statistics, or differential equations		3
	Chem 101	General Chemistry I	4
	Chem 202	General Chemistry II	4
	Chem 211	Organic Chemistry I	4
	Chem 212	Organic Chemistry II	4
	Chem 313	Advanced Organic Chemistry Laboratory
	or Chem 347	Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory	4
	Chem 321	Physical Chemistry I	3
	Chem 322	Physical Chemistry II	3
	Chem 325	Physical Chemistry Laboratory	4
	Chem 337	Instrumental Analysis	4
	Chem 341	Inorganic Chemistry	3
	Phys 231	Mechanics and Thermodynamics	6
	Phys 232	Waves, Light, and Electromagnetism	6
	Two 300-level courses in chemistry, biology, physics, mathematics, or computer science, including at least one laboratory course		7-9
	General education, University Writing Requirement, and electives to total		120

Minor in Chemistry

Students may earn a minor in chemistry by completing the courses listed below for a total of 19 semester hours.

At least eight semester hours must be completed at Roosevelt University. Students who have transferred three or more equivalent courses may earn a minor in chemistry by completing at least two additional chemistry courses numbered 200 or above and totaling at least eight semester hours at Roosevelt University. Students must complete all courses counted towards the chemistry minor with a grade of C or higher.