Chemistry Minor

Students completing a minor in chemistry can look forward to a wide range of career options. Careers in chemistry include laboratory science, industrial management, government and science teaching. Many interdisciplinary careers are open to graduates with a background in chemistry. These include computer science, patent or environmental law, chemical and pharmaceutical sales, chemical information, pollution control and ecology, and technical writing.

Required courses for the chemistry minor are listed below. Biology majors may count CHE 102, 351, 352, 461, and their laboratories toward a chemistry minor.

The minor in chemistry requires a minimum of 19 credit hours of chemistry, including CHE 101/101L and CHE 102/102L, at least 6 credit hours numbered 300 or above, an additional 3 credit hour elective (any level), and at least 2 additional laboratory credit hours.

Requirements

Chemistry Minor Requirements

CHE 101	Gen Chem: Inorganic Chem	3
CHE 101L	Gen Chemistry I Lab	1
CHE 102	General Chemistry II	3
CHE 102L	Gen Chemistry II Lab	1
	Chemistry Electives (any level)	3
	Upper Level Chemistry Electives (300 level or above)	6
	Additional Chemistry Laboratory Electives (any level)	2

Total Credit Hours: 19