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Chemistry Major
The Department of Chemistry offers a well balanced program for the education of its students. To prepare them for their professional careers, the Department is committed to providing quality teaching and research experiences emphasizing critical and independent thought. The curriculum provides strong and innovative instruction in the theory and practice of the chemical sciences. It is designed to introduce students to modern laboratory methods and technology using state-of-the-art scientific equipment. The faculty is committed to providing an environment that addresses the individual needs of each student and encourages them to develop their potential through life-long learning and to be responsible members of their profession and community.
Courses Appropriate to the Major (18 Hrs)*:
CHEM 1145 Principles of Chemistry I
CHEM 1146 Principles of Chemistry II
PHYS 2211/1113 Principles of Physics I w/Lab
PHYS 2212/1114 Principles of Physics II w/Lab
MATH 1441 Calculus I
MATH 2242 Calculus II
*Chemistry majors must complete each course in this area.
Required Courses (37 Hrs):
CHEM 2031 - Intro to Research Methods
CHEM 2242 - Analytical Chemistry
CHEM 3341 - Organic Chemistry I
CHEM 3341 - Organic Chemistry II
CHEM 3441 - Physical Chemistry I
CHEM 3442 - Physical Chemistry II
CHEM 3140 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
CHEM 4241 - Instrumental Analysis
CHEM 5541 - Biochemistry I
CHEM 3610 - Junior Seminar
CHEM 4611 - Senior Seminar
Elective Courses (11 Hrs):
*CHEM 4040 Polymer Chemistry
*CHEM 4242 Electrochemical Analysis
*CHEM 4244 Advanced NMR Spectroscopy
*CHEM 4340 Advanced Organic Chemistry
*CHEM 5243 Environmental Chemistry
*CHEM 5542 Biochemistry II
CHEM 3790 Teaching Internship
CHEM 4790 Chemistry Internship
CHEM 4890 Chemical Research Experience
*Two (2) of these stars (*) required
NOTES
*Necessary to meet 125 hr requirement. At least 3 hrs. must be
outside of Chemistry.
*A Chemistry major must earn a "C" or better in each
major in chemistry must have a GPA of 2.0 or better on
all hours attempted at other institutions and at GSU.
*Students wishing to change their major to chemistry
must have an adjusted GPA of 2.0 or better in all course
work completed at Georgia Southern.
*Transfer students from other institutions who wish to major in chemistry must have a GPA of 2.0 or better on
all hours attempted at other institutions and at GSU.
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