Chemistry Department - Degree Requirements
BACHELOR OF ARTS
Major in Chemistry
- CHM 115, 116 General Chemistry I, II or CHM 105, 106 Principles of Chemistry I, II
- CHM 351, 352 Organic Chemistry I, II
- CHM 353 Quantitative Analytical Chemistry
- CHM 361 Physical Chemistry I
- CHM 363 Physical Chemistry Laboratory I
- CHM 491 Chemistry Seminar (4 semesters)
One course in biochemistry and one additional course from:
- CHM 364 Physical Chemistry II
- CHM 367 Properties of Polymers
- CHM 464 Advanced Organic Chemistry
- CHM 481 Advanced Analytical Chemistry
- CHM 482 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
- CHM 470 Principles of Medicinal Chemistry
Also required:
- PHY 121, 122 General Physics I, II
- MAT 145, 146 Calculus I, II
Because upper division courses have mathematics and physics prerequisites, students should plan to take MAT 145, 146 in the first year and PHY 121, 122 in the sophomore year.
Teaching Licensure in Physical Science
The State of Minnesota has specific licensing requirements for teachers that may differ slightly in emphasis from the Augsburg major requirements. The state requirements may also be subject to change after publication of this catalog. Students therefore should consult with the Augsburg Department of Education to identify current Minnesota teacher licensure requirements.
Chemistry for Pre-Professional Students
Pre-medical students should plan to make at least three courses (and usually more) in biology. Other pre-health and preprofessional
students (physician assistant, pharmacy, engineering, etc.) should consult members from the chemistry department for assistance in course planning early in their college careers.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
American Chemical Society Approved Major
- CHM 115, 116 General Chemistry I, II or CHM 105, 106 Principles of Chemistry I, II
- CHM 351, 352 Organic Chemistry I, II
- CHM 353 Quantitative Analytical Chemistry
- CHM 361, 363 Physical Chemistry and Laboratory I
- CHM 364, 365 Physical Chemistry and Laboratory II
- CHM 464 Advanced Organic Chemistry
- CHM 481 Advanced Analytical Chemistry
- CHM 482 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
- One course in biochemistry
One course from:
- CHM 367 Properties of Polymers
- CHM 470 Principles of Medicinal Chemistry
- CHM 495 Topics in Chemistry
Also required are:
- CHM 491 Chemistry Seminar (four semesters)
- MAT 145, 146, 245 Calculus I, II, III
- PHY 121, 122 General Physics I, II (should be taken in sophomore year)
Recommended: Modern Physics, additional mathematics, research experience, and computer proficiency.
General Education Accommodation
B.S. chemistry majors are allowed a two course reduction in the general education program.
Graduation Skills
The Critical Thinking and Writing graduation skills are embedded throughout the chemistry major for both B.A. and B.S. degrees. ENL 111 should be taken in the first year. Consult members of the chemistry faculty concerning the Quantitative Reasoning (QR) graduation skill. The Speaking skill is met through COM 115 (or COM 111) and further developed in upper division chemistry courses.
Departmental Honors
Full ACS major; GPA of 3.50 in chemistry, mathematics, and physics, 3.00 overall; one course or summer of approved research; participation in seminar.
Minor
Five courses that must include:
- CHM 105, 106 or CHM 115, 116,
- CHM 351, 352
- CHM 353
Note: Credit will not be granted for both CHM 105 and 115, or for both CHM 106 and 116.