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Minimum Requirements for Chemistry B.S.: 120 credits

Optional Concentrations: Biochemistry, Environmental Chemistry

American Chemistry Society-approved

Students must earn a C- grade or better in each course.

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Fulfills the baccalaureate capstone requirement.

Note: Upon completing the required curriculum and fulfilling all general university requirements, students will receive a certificate from the American Chemical Society indicating approval of their degree program.

Optional Concentrations: Biochemistry, Environmental Chemistry

Biochemistry

Minimum Requirements for Degree: 120 credits

Students must earn a C- grade or better in each course.

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Courses selected under these areas must meet baccalaureate degree requirements for 39 upper-division credits.

Note: This degree is intended for students interested in careers in biochemistry or pre-professional students, providing extra depth in biological sciences. The selection of optional courses will determine if the curriculum conforms to the American Chemistry Society-approved chemistry degree. Students desiring an ACS-approved chemistry degree should consult with their advisor about optional courses that will meet ACS requirements.

Environmental Chemistry

Minimum Requirements for Degree: 120 credits

Students must earn a C- grade or better in each course.

Note: A course in statistics (e.g. STAT F200X, STAT F300, or GEOS F430) is suggested. The selection of optional courses will determine if the curriculum conforms to the American Chemistry Society-approved chemistry degree. Students desiring an ACS-approved chemistry degree should consult with their advisor about optional courses that will meet ACS requirements.

Requirements for Chemistry Teachers (Grades 7-12)

Note: We strongly recommend that prospective secondary science teachers seek advising from the Alaska College of Education early in their undergraduate degree program so that they can be appropriately advised of the State of Alaska requirements for teacher licensure.

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Learning Outcomes are measurable statements that describe knowledge or skills achieved by students upon completion of the program.

Students graduating from this program will be able to:

• Obtain fundamental chemical knowledge consistent with national standards for chemistry competency
• Attain baccalaureate-level chemistry knowledge in accordance with American Chemical Society Guidelines
• Have problem-solving, laboratory and safety skills
• Have hands-on experience with modern chemical instrumentation
• Effectively communicate their work through oral/audiovisual presentations
• Have writing skills consistent with professional standards
• Be employed or continue education following graduation