Chemistry, BS

The Chemistry major prepares students for employment in industry, government, and academia in positions that require an in-depth knowledge of chemistry. The major also prepares students to be chemistry teachers and for graduate study in scientific disciplines related to chemistry. Students interested in teaching at the secondary level should see the School of Education section for more information.

Traditional Major Program Requirements (63 units)

Lower Division Requirements

CHE 101 - Orientation to the Discipline
CHE 115 - General Chemistry I
CHE 115L - General Chemistry I Lab
CHE 125 - General Chemistry II
CHE 125L - General Chemistry II Lab
CHE 230 - Introduction to Chemistry Research
MAT 245 - Analytical Geometry and Calculus I
MAT 255 - Analytical Geometry and Calculus II
PHY 214 - Physics for Scientists I
PHY 214L - Physics for Scientists I Lab
PHY 224 - Physics for Scientists II
PHY 224L - Physics for Scientists II Lab

Upper Division Requirements

CHE 321 - Quantitative Chemical Analysis with Lab
CHE 341 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry with Lab
CHE 351 - Organic Chemistry I with Lab
CHE 352 - Organic Chemistry II with Lab
CHE 415 - Physical Chemistry I
CHE 416 - Physical Chemistry II with Lab
CHE 470 - Instrumental Analysis
CHE 480 - Advanced Chemistry Seminar
CHE 490 - Research in Chemistry (1 unit)

Upper Division Elective Requirements

Complete eight (8) additional upper division units from the following:

CHE 400 - Special Topics in Chemistry
CHE 443 - Biochemistry I with Lab
CHE 444 - Biochemistry II with Lab
CHE 453 - Advanced Organic Chemistry
CHE 475 - Forensic Chemistry with Lab
CHE 490 - Research in Chemistry (1-3 units)
CHE 491 - Internship in Chemistry (1-3 units)

Recommended Courses

PHY 214D - Physics for Scientists I Discussion
PHY 224D - Physics for Scientists II Discussion