Chemistry:
The science that explains the material in the world around us.
Course topics include: How and why are different materials so different? How and why does matter change? How do we determine what materials are present in a sample, living or not, and how much of each material is there? How can we make new materials to fit specific purposes and needs.
Work Program:
In the Work Program, chemistry students have multiple job opportunities that relate to their studies. Student workers tutor their peers, grade papers, use lab instruments in hands-on experience, instruct fellow students in the labs, and assist professors with experiments.
Students may apply to work as:
- Chemistry tutor
- Department assistant
- Chemistry Lab assistant
Success:
Very high acceptance rate for students interested in graduate programs.
Growth:
$1,200,000 in equipment upgrades in the past 5 years
Class Environment:
Upper level classes are small and tailored to individual student needs and interests
Faculty:
Professor is present in every lab section of each course
5 Hot Job Outlooks:
- Chemical Oceanographer
- Clarifying Plant Operator
- Cosmetics Developer
- FDA Inspector
- Forensic Chemist
More information on careers in chemistry may be found at the American Chemical Society’s website.
Faculty Members
