B.S. in Chemistry
College: College of Arts and Sciences
Program: Chemistry
See Also: Department of Chemistry
Program Information
Chemistry deals with the nature of all substances and the changes that occur therein. It ranges from the study of the structure of atoms and molecules to that of the reactions occurring in living organisms. The study of chemistry can provide knowledge that will give students a greater understanding and appreciation of the world in which they live. In addition, a knowledge of chemistry is a great asset in areas such as biology, physics, and health-related fields. It is a logical basis for premedical training.
Career Opportunities
Suggested Schedule of Courses
This is a suggested 4-year schedule of courses for students interested in Physical or Analytical Chemistry or Biochemistry with ACS Certification based on degree requirements in the 2007-2008 Undergraduate Catalog.
If a student does not want ACS certification they do not need to take Chem 4210, 4330, 4170 and 4600. This guide is not a substitute for academic advisement — contact your advisement office if you have any questions about scheduling or about your degree requirements. Also see the Undergraduate Catalog for a complete list of requirements and electives to choose from.
Students may choose to attend a summer term to reduce their load during fall or spring semesters but still stay on track to graduate in four years.
Freshman Year
Term 1
| Course |
Hours |
| Chem 1211K |
4 |
| Math 1113 |
3 |
| Engl 1101 |
3 |
| GSU 1010 |
3 |
| Area B Elective |
2 |
|
Term 2
| Course |
Hours |
| Chem 1212K |
4 |
| Engl 1102 |
3 |
| Math 2211 |
4 |
| Area B Elective |
3 |
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Freshman Milestones:
Sophomore Year
Term 3
| Course |
Hours |
| Chem 2010 |
2 |
| Chem 2400 |
4 |
| Chem 3100 |
2 |
| Math 2212 |
4 |
| Phys 2211K |
4 |
| Pols 1101 |
2 |
|
Term 4
| Course |
Hours |
| Chem 3410 |
4 |
| Chem 3110 |
2 |
| Phys 2212K |
4 |
| Area C Elective |
3 |
| Area H Elective |
3 |
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Sophomore Milestones:
Junior Year
Term 5
| Course |
Hours |
| Chem 4000 |
3 |
| Chem 4110 |
3 |
| Area C Elective |
3 |
| Area E Social Science Elective |
3 |
| Area H Elective |
3 |
|
Term 6
| Course |
Hours |
| Chem 4010 |
3 |
| Chem 4120 |
3 |
| Chem 4160 |
2 |
| Area E Global Issues Elective |
3 |
| Area H Elective |
3 |
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Junior Milestones:
- Meet with Faculty Advisor
- Register with Career Services Office
Senior Year
Term 7
| Course |
Hours |
| Chem 4190 |
3 |
| Chem 4600 |
5 |
| Area H Elective |
3 |
| Area H Elective |
3 |
|
Term 8
| Course |
Hours |
| Hist 2110 |
3 |
| Area H Elective |
3 |
| Area H Elective |
3 |
| Area H Elective |
3 |
| Area H Elective |
3 |
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Senior Milestones:
- Students must have 39 hours at GSU taken at the 3000/4000 level for residency, and complete 120 hours required for graduation.
