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Chemistry Major, B.A.

This program is designed for students who intend to pursue further professional studies, or who seek employment in areas where knowledge of chemistry would be advantageous. Specific required courses are held to a minimum to allow the student considerable flexibility in designing a program of study. The student should also select a minor or a major in another area.

I. Required Courses

Note: Students enrolled in CHEM 1111 who elect this major should enroll in CHEM 1212 during the second semester.
Select one of the following courses:
CHEM 1111 General Chemistry I (4 credits)
CHEM 1211 Principles of Chemistry I (4 credits)

Complete the following courses:
CHEM 1212 Principles of Chemistry II (4 credits)
CHEM 2311 Organic Chemistry I (3 credits)
CHEM 2312 Organic Chemistry II (3 credits)
CHEM 2371 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I (1 credit)
CHEM 2372 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II (1 credit)
CHEM 2510 Analytical Chemistry (3 credits)
CHEM 2570 Analytical Chemistry Laboratory (1 credit)
CHEM 3100 Journal Club (1 credit)
CHEM 3110 Laboratory Management and Safety (2 credits)

Select one of the following courses:
CHEM 3411 Biochemistry I (3 credits)
CHEM 3811 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry I (3 credits)

Subtotal 26 Credits

II. Required Electives

Select 5 credits of electives from CHEM 3100 or above. Up to 4 credits of research (CHEM 3980 or 4980) may be used in this area.

Subtotal 5 Credits

Total Semester Credits Required for Major 31 Credits

A Total of 128 Semester Credits is Required for a Bachelor's Degree

SUGGESTED SEMESTER SCHEDULE FOR CHEMISTRY MAJOR, B.A.

The following is a list of required courses for the Chemistry Major, B.A., arranged by year. This schedule is intended to assist students in planning their academic program and may be altered somewhat to fit the students background and circumstances.

Freshman

CHEM 1211 Principles of Chemistry I
CHEM 1212 Principles of Chemistry II
Liberal Education requirements
Electives

Sophomore

CHEM 2311 Organic Chemistry I
CHEM 2312 Organic Chemistry II
CHEM 2371 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I
CHEM 2372 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II
CHEM 2510 Analytical Chemistry
CHEM 2570 Analytical Chemistry Laboratory
Liberal Education requirements

Junior/Senior

CHEM 3411 Biochemistry I
or CHEM 3811 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry I
CHEM 3100 Journal Club (2 times)
CHEM 3110 Laboratory Management and Safety
Chemistry electives
Complete Liberal Education requirements
Electives

Chemistry Major, B.S.

This program is designed for students who plan a professional career in chemistry, in a related science, or in a professional area such as medicine or dentistry. It will prepare the student for graduate study in the sciences. Students are advised to speak with a chemistry advisor, as this curriculum may soon change.

An internship in a field of chemistry or related field is strongly advised. Participation in an internship greatly enhances the placement of graduates. Internships normally are taken during the summer between the junior and senior years, but some internships also include time during the academic year. These internships for the most part are paid positions. Students wishing ACS certification of their degrees must participate in research at Bemidji State University or an internship or both.

I. Required Core Courses

Note: Students enrolled in CHEM 1111 who elect this major should enroll in CHEM 1212 during the second semester. Entry into MATH 2471 requires suitable scoring on a math placement exam. Students needing a review of algebra and trigonometry will need to modify this schedule. See the Chair of the Department of Chemistry or your advisor for assistance in planning.
Select one of the following courses:
CHEM 1111 General Chemistry I (4 credits)
CHEM 1211 Principles of Chemistry I (4 credits)

Complete the following courses:
CHEM 1212 Principles of Chemistry II (4 credits)
CHEM 2311 Organic Chemistry I (3 credits)
CHEM 2312 Organic Chemistry II (3 credits)
CHEM 2371 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I (1 credit)
CHEM 2372 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II (1 credit)
CHEM 2510 Analytical Chemistry (3 credits)
CHEM 2570 Analytical Chemistry Laboratory (1 credit)
CHEM 3100 Journal Club (1 credit)
CHEM 4510 Instrumental Methods of Analysis (3 credits)
CHEM 4571 Instrumental Analysis Laboratory I (1 credit)
CHEM 4572 Instrumental Analysis Laboratory II (1 credit)
MATH 2471 Calculus I (5 credits)
PHYS 2101 Physics I (5 credits)

Subtotal 36 Credits

II. Required Emphasis

Select one of the following emphases:
A. Chemistry (certified by the American Chemical Society)

1. Required Courses
CHEM 3411 Biochemistry I (3 credits)
CHEM 3711 Physical Chemistry I (3 credits)
CHEM 3712 Physical Chemistry II (3 credits)
CHEM 3771 Physical Chemistry Laboratory I (1 credit)
CHEM 3772 Physical Chemistry Laboratory II (1 credit)
CHEM 3811 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry I (3 credits)
CHEM 3871 Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory I (1 credit)
MATH 2472 Calculus II (5 credits)
PHYS 2102 Physics II (5 credits)

Select one of the following courses:
CHEM 3412 Biochemistry II (3 credits)
CHEM 3812 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry II (3 credits)

Subtotal 28 Credits

2. Required Electives
Select 9 credits of electives from CHEM 3100 or above and/or the following courses (STAT 2610 has a prerequisite not included in this major). CHEM 3100 may be repeated with 1 credit applying to this area.
MATH 2480 Multivariable Calculus (4 credits)
MATH 2490 Differential Equations (4 credits)
MATH 3210 Foundations and Discrete Mathematics (4 credits)
PHYS 3300 Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer (3 credits)
PHYS 3600 Modern Physics (4 credits)
STAT 2610 Applied Statistics (4 credits)

Subtotal 9 Credits

Total Semester Credits Required for Major, Field of Emphasis A 73 Credits

A Total of 128 Semester Credits is Required for a Bachelor's Degree

B. Biochemistry
1. Required Courses
BIOL 1211 Introductory Biology I (4 credits)
BIOL 1212 Introductory Biology II (4 credits)
CHEM 3411 Biochemistry I (3 credits)
CHEM 3412 Biochemistry II (3 credits)
CHEM 3471 Biochemistry Laboratory I (1 credit)
CHEM 3472 Biochemistry Laboratory II (1 credit)

Select two of the following courses:
BIOL 2110 Human Anatomy and Physiology (5 credits)
BIOL 2360 Genetics (4 credits)
BIOL 3580 Immunology (4 credits)
BIOL 3590 Cell Biology (4 credits)
BIOL 3710 Microbiology (4 credits)

Subtotal 24-25 Credits

2. Required Electives
Select 6 credits of electives from CHEM 3100 or above. Up to 3 credits of research (CHEM 3980 or 4980) and internship (CHEM 3970 or 4970) may be used in this area. CHEM 3100 may be repeated with 1 credit applying to this area.

Subtotal 6 Credits

Total Semester Credits Required for Major, Field of Emphasis B 66-67 Credits

A Total of 128 Semester Credits is Required for a Bachelor's Degree

C. Environmental Chemistry
1. Required Courses

Note: CHEM/ENVR 4102 has a prerequisite not included in this major with Field of Emphasis C., Option a., or requires consent of instructor.
CHEM 3150 Standard Methods of Water Analysis (3 credits)
CHEM/ENVR 4101 Environmental Chemistry I (3 credits)
CHEM/ENVR 4102 Environmental Chemistry II (3 credits)
ENVR 2000 Introduction to Environmental Science (3 credits)
ENVR 4220 Sampling and Analysis (4 credits)

Select one of the following courses:
CHEM 3711 Physical Chemistry I (3 credits)
CHEM 3712 Physical Chemistry II (3 credits)

Subtotal 19 Credits

2. Required Electives
Select 3 credits of electives from CHEM 3100 or above or ENVR 4000 or above. Up to 3 credits of research (CHEM 3980 or 4980) or internship (CHEM 3970 or 4970) may be used in this area. CHEM 3100 may be repeated with 1 credit applying to this area.

Subtotal 3 Credits

3. Required Option
Select one of the following options:

Chemical Toxicology
CHEM 3140 Chemical Toxicology (3 credits)
CHEM 3411 Biochemistry I (3 credits)
CHEM 3412 Biochemistry II (3 credits)
CHEM 3471 Biochemistry Laboratory I (1 credit)
CHEM 4650 Bioinorganic Chemistry (2 credits)
ENVR 4500 Environmental Toxicology (4 credits)
Subtotal 16 Credits

Hydrogeochemistry
Note: Asterisked (*) courses either have prerequisites not included in this major or require consent of instructor.
CHEM 3811 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry I (3 credits)
CHEM 3871 Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory I (1 credit)
ENVR 4050 Geochemistry (3 credits)
*ENVR 4200 Wastewater Treatment (3 credits)
GEOL 1110 Physical Geology (4 credits)
*GEOL 3211 Hydrogeology I (3 credits)

Subtotal 17 Credits

Total Semester Credits Required for Major, Field of Emphasis C 74-75 Credits

A Total of 128 Semester Credits is Required for a Bachelor's Degree

D. Criminalistics
1. Required Courses

Note: Asterisked (*) courses either have prerequisites not included in this major or require consent of instructor.
BIOL 1211 Introductory Biology I (4 credits)
BIOL 1212 Introductory Biology II (4 credits)
CHEM 2210 Criminalistics (3 credits)
CHEM 2270 Criminalistics Laboratory (1 credit)
CHEM 3411 Biochemistry I (3 credits)
CHEM 3471 Biochemistry Laboratory I (1 credit)
CHEM 4970 Internship (6 credits)
CRJS 1120 Criminal Justice and Society (4 credits)
CRJS 3358 Criminal Law (4 credits)
CRJS 3359 Criminal Investigation (4 credits)
STAT 2610 Applied Statistics (4 credits)

Select one of the following courses:
CHEM 3711 Physical Chemistry I (3 credits)
*CHEM 3712 Physical Chemistry II (3 credits)

Subtotal 41 Credits

Total Semester Credits Required for Major, Field of Emphasis D 77 Credits

A Total of 128 Semester Credits is Required for a Bachelor's Degree

SUGGESTED SEMESTER SCHEDULE FOR CHEMISTRY MAJOR, B.S.

The following is a list of required courses for the Chemistry Major, B.S., arranged by year. This schedule is intended to assist students in planning their academic program and may be altered somewhat to fit the student's background and circumstances.

Freshman

CHEM 1211 Principles of Chemistry I
CHEM 1212 Principles of Chemistry II
MATH 2471 Calculus I
or appropriate beginning math course
MATH 2472 Calculus II
Liberal Education requirements

Sophomore

CHEM 2311 Organic Chemistry I
CHEM 2312 Organic Chemistry II
CHEM 2371 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I
CHEM 2372 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II
CHEM 2510 Analytical Chemistry
CHEM 2570 Analytical Chemistry Laboratory
PHYS 2101 Physics I
PHYS 2102 Physics II
Liberal Education requirements
Electives

Junior

CHEM 3711 Physical Chemistry I
CHEM 3712 Physical Chemistry II
CHEM 3771 Physical Chemistry Laboratory I
CHEM 3772 Physical Chemistry Laboratory II
CHEM 3811 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry I
Complete Liberal Education requirements
Electives

Senior

CHEM 3871 Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory I
CHEM 4510 Instrumental Methods of Analysis
CHEM 4571 Instrumental Analysis Laboratory I
CHEM 4572 Instrumental Analysis Laboratory II
Electives in Chemistry
Research in Chemistry
Electives

Chemistry Minor, B.A., B.S.

This minor is designed to supplement such majors as Biology, Physics, Geology, Environmental Studies, and health-related programs.

I. Required Courses

Select one of the following courses:
CHEM 1111 General Chemistry I (4 credits)
CHEM 1211 Principles of Chemistry I (4 credits)

Complete the following courses:
CHEM 1212 Principles of Chemistry II (4 credits)
CHEM 2311 Organic Chemistry I (3 credits)
CHEM 2312 Organic Chemistry II (3 credits)
CHEM 2371 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I (1 credit)
CHEM 2372 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II (1 credit)

Subtotal 16 Credits

II. Required Specialization

Select one of the following specializations:

A. Analytical Chemistry

Complete the following courses:
CHEM 2510 Analytical Chemistry (3 credits)
CHEM 2570 Analytical Chemistry Laboratory (1 credit)

Select one of the following courses:
CHEM 3411 Biochemistry I (3 credits)
CHEM 3811 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry I (3 credits)

Subtotal 7 Credits

B. Biochemistry

Complete the following courses:
CHEM 3411 Biochemistry I (3 credits)
CHEM 3412 Biochemistry II (3 credits)
CHEM 3471 Biochemistry Laboratory I (1 credit)

Subtotal 7 Credits

C. Criminalistics

Complete the following courses:
CHEM 2210 Criminalistics (3 credits)
CHEM 2270 Criminalistics Laboratory (1 credit)
CHEM 2510 Analytical Chemistry (3 credits)
CHEM 2570 Analytical Chemistry Laboratory (1 credit)
CRJS 1120 Criminal Justice and Society (4 credits)

Subtotal 12 Credits

Total Semester Credits Required for Minor 23-28 Credits

Chemistry Specialty, Science Education Major, B.S. (Teacher Licensure)

This program is designed to meet the requirements for Science teacher licensure with a specialty in Chemistry in the State of Minnesota. Students who complete this major will be eligible for teacher certification in Chemistry in grades 9-12 and for teaching all sciences in grades 5-8. Students should consult their academic advisor in Chemistry prior to developing their program.

Students should complete the science core courses listed below prior to beginning the Chemistry specialty. Consult with your academic adviser if you wish to have an alternative method of satisfying this requirement considered or wish to begin a specialty prior to completion of the science core courses.

I. Core Courses for Science Teaching in Grades 5-8

Note: PHYS 2101 has a prerequisite not included in this major

BIOL 1211 Introductory Biology I (4 credits)
BIOL 1212 Introductory Biology II (4 credits)
CHEM 1111 General Chemistry I
or CHEM 1211 Principles of Chemistry I (4 credits)
CHEM 1112 General Chemistry II
or CHEM 1212 Principles of Chemistry II (4 credits)
GEOL 1110 Physical Geology
or GEOL 1120 Historical Geology (4 credits)
PHYS 1101 General Physics I (4 credits)
or PHYS 2101 Physics I (5 credits)
SCI 3100 Integrative Science for Teachers (4 credits)
SCI 3450 Science Methods for Grades 5-8 (4 credits)

Total Science Credits 32-33 Credits

II. Required Professional Education Core

33 Credits

III. Chemistry Specialty

CHEM 2311 Organic Chemistry I (3 credits)

CHEM 2312 Organic Chemistry II (3 credits)

CHEM 2371 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I (1 credit)

CHEM 2372 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II (1 credit)

CHEM 2510 Analytical Chemistry (3 credits)

CHEM 2570 Analytical Chemistry Laboratory (1 credit)

CHEM 3110 Laboratory Management and Safety (2 credits)

CHEM 3411 Biochemistry I

or CHEM 3811 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry I (3 credits)

Chemistry elective numbered 3100 or above (3 credits)

Select the following two courses from the Chemistry options in the core:

CHEM 1211 Principles of Chemistry I

CHEM 1212 Principles of Chemistry II

Total credits for Chemistry Specialty 20 Credits

Total Semester Credits Required for Major 85-86 Credits

A Total of 128 Semester Credits is Required for a Bachelor’s Degree

SUGGESTED SEMESTER SCHEDULE FOR CHEMISTRY SPECIALTY, SCIENCE EDUCATION MAJOR, B.S. (TEACHER LICENSURE)

The following is a list of required Science (Chemistry) Major, B.S. courses arranged by year. This schedule is intended to assist students in planning their courses. There is some flexibility in this schedule, but graduation within four years will require close adherence to the specified sequence of courses. Always consult your Chemistry academic advisor as to the proper courses and sequence of courses needed for graduation.

Freshman

BIOL 1211 Introductory Biology I

BIOL 1212 Introductory Biology II

CHEM 1211 Principles of Chemistry I

CHEM 1212 Principles of Chemistry II

Liberal Education requirements

Sophomore

CHEM 2311 Organic Chemistry I

CHEM 2312 Organic Chemistry II

CHEM 2371 Organic Chemistry Laboratory I

CHEM 2372 Organic Chemistry Laboratory II

CHEM 2510 Analytical Chemistry

CHEM 2570 Analytical Chemistry Laboratory

GEOL 1110 Physical Geology

or GEOL 1120 Historical Geology

PHYS 1101 General Physics I

or PHYS 2101 Physics I

Liberal Education requirements

Junior

CHEM 3411 Biochemistry I

or CHEM 3811 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry I

SCI 3100 Integrative Science for Teachers

SCI 3450 Science Methods for Grades 5-8

Other Professional Education requirements

Liberal Education requirements

Senior

CHEM 3110 Laboratory Management and Safety

Chemistry Electives numbered 3100 or above

Complete Professional Education requirements including one semester of student teaching

Complete Liberal Education requirements

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