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B.A. in Chemistry
Southern Wesleyan University offers a B.A. and a B.S. in Chemistry. The B.S. is more rigorous, and is better preparation for chemistry-related careers.
Graduation Requirements for the Degree
| Core Courses (all must be taken) | ||
Computer course beyond CPSC 1103, acceptable to the Coordinator of Studies in Chemistry.
| Specified General Education Courses | |
The following courses required:
CHEM 1004 General Chemistry I back to top
Principles of inorganic chemistry as illustrated by important elements, compounds, and reactions. Lab fee required. Prerequisite: Mathematics competency. CHEM 1004 is a prerequisite for taking CHEM 1054 along with math competency.
CHEM 1054 General Chemistry II back to topIntroduction to physical chemistry and qualitative analysis. Includes laboratory. Lab fee required. Prerequisite: Mathematics competency. CHEM 1004 is a prerequisite for taking CHEM 1054 along with math competency.
CHEM 2001 Chem. Cornerstone Sem. back to topAn introductory seminar for chemistry majors dealing with the use of library, methods and goals of research, and vocational options for the chemist. P/NC. May be taught concurrently with BIOL 2001. Prerequisites: Mathematics competency and instructor's permission.
CHEM 2504 Organic Chemistry I back to topStudy of the preparations and reactions of the various organic functional groups with emphasis upon the mechanisms of the reactions. Prerequisites: CHEM 1004, 1054 or permission of instructor, and mathematics competency. Includes laboratory. Lab fee required.
CHEM 2514 Organic Chemistry II back to topStudy of the preparations and reactions of the various organic functional groups with emphasis upon the mechanisms of the reactions. Prerequisites: CHEM 1004, 1054 or permission of instructor, and mathematics competency. Includes laboratory. Lab fee required.
CHEM 3254 Biochemistry back to topA study of physiologically significant organic molecules. Prerequisites: BIOL 1003 or 1004, CHEM 2503; or Medical Laboratory Technician or equivalent certification, and mathematics competency. Includes laboratory. Lab fee required.
CHEM 3404 Inorganic Analysis back to topAnalysis of inorganic compounds and inorganic elements in organometallic compounds. Laboratory included: Prerequisites: CHEM 1054 and mathematics competency. Lab fee required.
CHEM 3414 Organic Analysis back to topChemical and instrumental methods commonly used on organic compounds and mixtures. Laboratory included. Prerequisites: CHEM 1054 and mathematics competency. Lab fee required.
CHEM 4001 Chemistry Studies back to topAny topic in chemistry meeting the approval of the division chair and the academic dean. Hours of credit and laboratory fee (if any) are to be determined. Courses numbered 400-409 are directed study by individuals; those numbered 410-419 are experimental courses not described above. Offered on sufficient demand. 400-409 graded P/NC. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
CHEM 4501 Chem. Capstone Sem. back to topStudy of philosophy of science literature, presenting scientific information in oral and written form, final science comprehensive oral examinations, administration of required final assessment instrument (Major Field Test, or equivalent). Prerequisites: Senior standing or permission of instructor, ENGL 1013, and BIOL 2001 or CHEM 2001, and mathematics competency.
CHEM 4901 Independent Studies back to topAny topic in chemistry meeting the approval of the division chair and the academic dean. Hours of credit and laboratory fee (if any) are to be determined. Courses numbered 400-409 are directed study by individuals; those numbered 410-419 are experimental courses not described above. Offered on sufficient demand. 400-409 graded P/NC. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
MATH 2504 Calculus I back to topA three-semester study of calculus with the goal of enabling the student to understand and become skilled in the use and application of the following mathematical concepts: analytical geometry and trigonometry, limits, differentiation and integration of real valued singled and multiple variables, functions, and vectors. Concepts of calculus and mathematical modeling will be used to represent and solve real world-problems. Prerequisite: level of math proficiency as determined by math SAT/ACT scores; satisfactory completion of MATH 1023/4, MATH 1053, or MATH 1033; or permission of instructor; 2504 is prerequisite to 2514; 2514 to 3524.
PHYS 2044 General Physics I back to topAn algebra-based physics course covering mechanics, thermodynamics, and waves including sound (first semester), and electricity and magnetism, optics, and "modern" physics (second semester). Prerequisite: Math competency. Lab included. Lab fee required.
PHYS 2054 General Physics II back to topAn algebra-based physics course covering mechanics, thermodynamics, and waves including sound (first semester), and electricity and magnetism, optics, and "modern" physics (second semester). Prerequisite: Math competency. Lab included. Lab fee required.
SEMR 2051 Scientific Literacy back to topA one-semester seminar class focusing on the skills associated with written scientific communication. Students learn how to interpret and critically analyze scientific research literature and how to write scientific papers. Designed for science majors but open to all students.
Although every effort has been made to make this page accurate, the printed catalog is the officialannouncement of SWU academic requirements. Contact SWU admissions to obtain a catolog or view it on-line.