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Department of Natural Sciences<br />
MINOR IN CHEMISTRY<br />
Chemistry is the basis for many fields of<br />
engineering, biology and other sciences. Therefore,<br />
a minor in chemistry attempts at teaching students<br />
about the relationship between chemistry and the<br />
world around them and allows students to gain a<br />
broad introduction to the basics of theoretical and<br />
applied chemistry. Combining chemistry with other<br />
areas gives a valuable expertise in cross-disciplinary<br />
areas and makes <strong>academic</strong> preparation more<br />
distinctive. Pursuing a minor in chemistry would<br />
widen student’s choices of further studies such as<br />
health professional schools, chemical engineering,<br />
environmental chemistry and technical chemistry<br />
fields including cosmetics, textile and polymers. At<br />
the same time, the chemistry Minor complements<br />
premedical requirements for students interested in<br />
Medicine.<br />
MISSION<br />
The mission of the Chemistry Minor program is<br />
to offer a consistent general program, providing<br />
students with a supportive environment to learn<br />
the general basic principles in chemistry and<br />
the different laboratory skills and instrumental<br />
techniques.<br />
EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES<br />
The purpose of the Minor in Chemistry:<br />
1. To provide students with basic general<br />
information in Chemistry through lecture<br />
and laboratory courses.<br />
2. To provide students with the ability to<br />
work effectively and safely in laboratory<br />
environment.<br />
3. To provide student access to modern<br />
instrumental analytical techniques and<br />
applications.<br />
4. To prepare students interested in pursuing<br />
further education in health-professional<br />
fields, chemical engineering, technical and<br />
industrial chemistry fields, environmental<br />
science and scientific communication<br />
fields.<br />
5. To offer students with a wider scope of job<br />
opportunities.<br />
LEARNING OUTCOMES<br />
Students with a Minor in Chemistry will:<br />
1. Students will successfully show acquisition<br />
of basic concepts in chemistry.<br />
2. Students will demonstrate adequate<br />
experience in laboratory and instrumental<br />
modern techniques.<br />
3. Students will be able to identify and solve<br />
applied chemical problems.<br />
4. Students will attain adequate preparation<br />
for any career related to chemistry or<br />
entrance into professional studies such<br />
as health and chemical engineering; and<br />
technical advanced fields.<br />
MINOR’S REQUIREMENTS<br />
Students interested in Minor in Chemistry must<br />
complete 18 credits of the following:<br />
Core Courses (12 Credits)<br />
CHM201 Chemical Principles 3<br />
CHM202 Analytical Chemistry 3<br />
CHM204 Quantitative Analysis 2<br />
CHM311 Organic Chemistry I 3<br />
CHM313 Organic Chemistry I Lab 1<br />
Elective Courses (6 Credits)<br />
Choose two courses out of the following selection<br />
CHM312 Organic Chemistry II 3<br />
CHM331 Thermodynamics 3<br />
CHM421 Inorganic Chemistry I 3<br />
CHM401 Instrumental Analysis 3<br />
MINOR IN ENVIRONMENTAL<br />
SCIENCE<br />
The minor in Environmental Science is an<br />
interdisciplinary program, which gives students<br />
the opportunity to examine environmental issues<br />
from a variety of perspectives. The knowledge of<br />
environmental science major issues is central to<br />
theories and research in chemistry, biology, civil<br />
engineering, as well as social science, and public<br />
policy.<br />
MISSION<br />
The mission of the environmental science minor<br />
is to introduce students to environmental issues<br />
by increasing their competence and ability to<br />
address and analyze environmental issues, their<br />
origins, ramifications, and resolutions.<br />
EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES<br />
1. Provide students with an understanding<br />
of the social, economic, political and legal<br />
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