The purpose of the Chemistry major is to prepare students in professional careers in industrial chemistry, medicine, forensic science, teaching, and graduate studies.
We believe that God is revealed in both His Word and His world and a study of both is necessary to develop a healthy, biblical worldview. We teach students to study the natural world in order to critically evaluate the results of their observations about the world, gain a deeper understanding of God as he is revealed in the world, develop a sense of responsibility to the world, and appreciate aesthetically the wonders of the world.
Program Outcomes:
Students completing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry will be able to:
- compare favorably in content knowledge with those students completing similar programs
- communicate scientific concepts orally
- communicate scientific concepts in written form
- conduct independent research by collecting and analyzing data and presenting the results in a formal presentation
- analyze bioethical issues from a Christian worldview
Chemistry Major
All Chemistry Majors must take the Chemistry Core. In addition, they must choose at least one area of emphasis: Professional Chemistry, Pre-Medical, or Forensic Science.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Chemistry Core | ||
| Required Courses for General Education | ||
| CH 111 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| MA 121 | Calculus and Analytic Geometry I | 4 |
| Required Chemistry Courses | ||
| CH 112 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| CH 211 | Organic Chemistry I | 4 |
| CH 212 | Organic Chemistry II | 4 |
| CH 312 | Instrumental Analysis | 4 |
| CH 320 | Biochemistry | 3 |
| CH 340 | Laboratory in Chemistry | 1 |
| CH 410 | Chemistry Seminar | 1 |
| Required Physics Supporting Courses | ||
| PHY 111 | General Physics I | 4 |
| PHY 112 | General Physics II | 4 |
| Required Bioethics Supporting Courses (Choose One) | 3 | |
| Introduction to Bioethics | ||
| Undergraduate Bioethics Institute | ||
| Required Professional Experience (Choose One) | 1-4 | |
| Scientific Applications Professional Experience | ||
| Advanced Scientific Applications Professional Experience | ||
| Undergraduate Research | ||
| Scientific Applications Professional Experience | ||
| Advanced Scientific Applications Professional Experience | ||
| Undergraduate Research 1 | ||
| Total Hours | 41-44 | |
Professional Chemistry Emphasis
Requirements for the Chemistry major with Professional Chemistry emphasis total a minimum of 53 hours. This includes 36 hours of required Chemistry courses, 12 hours in supporting courses and 5-6 hours of Bioethics courses. An additional 7 hours fulfill general education requirements.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Chemistry Courses | ||
| CH 311 | Quantitative Analysis | 4 |
| CH 411 | Inorganic Chemistry | 3 |
| CH 412 | Physical Chemistry of Biological Systems | 4 |
| CH 442 | Undergraduate Research 1 | 4 |
| Required Mathematics Supporting Courses | ||
| MA 122 | Calculus and Analytic Geometry II | 4 |
| Required Bioethics Supporting Courses (Choose One) | 2-3 | |
| Topics in Bioethics: | ||
| Undergraduate National Conference | ||
| Research Ethics | ||
| Total Hours | 21-22 | |
Pre-Medical Emphasis
Students having a Chemistry major with a Pre-Medical emphasis should be aware of unique opportunities for conferences, internships, and experiences associated with the Center for Bioethics and Human Dignity on Trinity's campus, as well as the MA in Bioethics Dual Degree through Trinity Graduate School. Requirements for the Chemistry major with Pre-Medical emphasis total a minimum of 59-60 hours. This includes 29 hours of required Chemistry courses, 27-28 hours in supporting courses and 3 hours of Bioethics courses. An additional 11 hours fulfill general education requirements.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses for General Education | ||
| BIO 111 | General Biology | 4 |
| Required Chemistry Courses | ||
| CH 311 | Quantitative Analysis | 4 |
| CH 412 | Physical Chemistry of Biological Systems | 4 |
| Required Biology Supporting Courses | ||
| BIO 340 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| BIO 341 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| Choose Three: | 11-12 | |
| Microbiology | ||
| Genetics | ||
| Immunology | ||
| Cell and Molecular Biology | ||
| Developmental Biology | ||
| Any of the above biology courses are strongly recommended as electives. | ||
| Electives (highly Recommended additional courses) | ||
| PSY 140 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| Choose One: | 3-4 | |
| Introductory Statistics | ||
| Statistics | ||
| Choose One: | 3 | |
| Child Development | ||
| Psychology of Adolescence | ||
| Adult Development | ||
| Total Hours | 40-42 | |
Forensic Science Emphasis
Requirements for the Chemistry major with Forensic Science emphasis total a minimum of 61-62 hours. This includes 28 hours of required Chemistry courses, 30-31 hours in supporting courses and 3 hours of Bioethics courses. An additional 8 hours fulfill general education requirements.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Chemistry Courses | ||
| CH 105X | Introduction to Forensic Science | 3 |
| CH 412 | Physical Chemistry of Biological Systems | 4 |
| Required Biology Supporting Courses | ||
| BIO 340 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| BIO 341 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| BIO 315 | Genetics | 4 |
| BIO 445 | Pathophysiology | 3 |
| Choose two: | 7-8 | |
| Microbiology | ||
| Cell and Molecular Biology | ||
| Immunology | ||
| Electives (highly recommended additional courses): | ||
| HS 6401 | Pharmacology and Ergogenic Aids | 3 |
| BIO 5340 | Gross Anatomy | 4 |
| Total Hours | 36-37 | |
| 1 | CH 442 also fulfills the professional experience requirement for graduation. |
